Top Watch
Global stocks just triggered a key warning signal that’s flagged major tops in the past. Find out what it means—and why another market might be gearing up to take the spotlight.
Financial Focus – July 23rd, 2025
This week on Financial Focus, Nate and Mike warn about misleading Medicare ads and stress the importance of getting personalized help ahead of open enrollment. With plan options varying by county and health needs, one-size-fits-all doesn’t always work.
Trifecta
The stock market’s momentum has continued to gain strength this month. James Nelson explains how the triple golden cross indicates a winning time for stocks right now.
Streaking in Calm Waters
The market’s gone streaking in calm waters. Check out this week’s commentary as we discuss what the current metrics are telling us.
Tracking the Cycle
Can seasonality tell us anything useful about the future course of the stock market? Check out this week’s chart, where we breakdown the Cycle Composite for 2025.
Stocks Like It Cool
This week’s indicator looks at how different asset classes tend to perform depending on whether inflation is running hot or cool. By comparing inflation to its five-year trend, it offers a clearer picture of which environments have historically favored stocks, bonds, cash, or commodities.
Financial Focus – July 16th, 2025
The new tax bill passed on July 4th brings major changes for 2025, including permanent tax brackets and new deductions for Social Security recipients. On this week’s Financial Focus, Nate and Andy break down what it means for your planning.
Value Isn’t Everything
Stock prices are very expensive right now. Nate Kreinbrink joins us to explain how these high valuations don’t necessarily mean low returns.
New Highs Beget New Highs
The S&P 500 just hit another all-time high, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to run for the exits. History shows that buying at new highs can still lead to strong long-term returns—as long as you stay grounded in a disciplined process.
Mixed Messages
This week’s chart shows a widening split between bonds and stocks. One is bracing for cuts, the other is betting on strength—both can’t be right.
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