Deep Bench

Deep Bench

OVERVIEW   Markets pulled back modestly during the week, with mixed results across major asset classes. Large-cap U.S. equities were under mild pressure, as the S&P 500 declined 0.38% and the NASDAQ fell 0.66%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.29%,...
Confident Credit

Confident Credit

  How do we know when investors are gearing up to embrace risk? We look at credit spreads, the featured metric in this week’s chart shown above. What are credit spreads? Simply put, they are the extra interest investors earn for lending money to companies instead...
Peak Momentum

Peak Momentum

  Momentum can be an interesting thing to measure in markets. Due to the nature of how momentum is calculated (a rate of change), it often tends to fade before prices actually peak. Think of it like a homemade rocket. The speed at which it’s rising slows down...
Financial Focus – January 14th, 2026

Financial Focus – January 14th, 2026

Tax season is officially underway, and there are a few important shifts to keep in mind this year. Nate Kreinbrink and Andy Fergurson break down what documents to look for, common mistakes to avoid, and how to stay ahead of deadlines.

Parking Spot, Not The Destination

Parking Spot, Not The Destination

Last week we discussed money market funds and why cash tools have been so popular lately. David Nelson elaborates more on real cash yields and explains why cash tools provide short-term stability but are not ideal for long-term investing.