Trends Matter Most
OVERVIEW Markets moved higher last week, with all three major U.S. indexes finishing in positive territory. The S&P 500 gained 0.49%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.53%, and the NASDAQ advanced 0.85%. Year to date, the major indexes remain firmly...
The Market Isn’t as Tight as It Looks
There’s no doubt about it: interest rates are high compared with what we became accustomed to over the past decade or more. It’s pretty clear that the Federal Reserve is no longer in “easy mode.” But that doesn’t necessarily mean financial conditions are tight...
Spreads Speak
For this week’s indicator, I want to talk about market leadership. We tend to think about the stock market as one big thing. Either stocks are going up or stocks are going down. But underneath the surface, there is almost always a battle taking place between...
Financial Focus – August 26th, 2026
Check out this week’s Financial Focus as Nate and Mike break down when you need to enroll in Medicare—and when you may be able to wait. They also cover common misconceptions, enrollment windows, employer coverage, and how to avoid costly penalties or gaps in coverage.
It Takes a Lot of “E” to Offset P/E
While the stock market remains near record highs, stock valuations have actually been coming down. David Nelson is here to explain how stocks can be going up and getting cheaper at the same time.
The Higher the Hurdle
OVERVIEW Markets moved lower last week, with all three major U.S. indexes finishing in negative territory. The S&P 500 fell 1.43%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.85%, and the NASDAQ dropped 2.05%. Despite the pullback, the major indexes remain...
Higher Yields, Better Returns
It’s been a rough stretch for the bond market lately. Long-term Treasury yields are pushing higher. The 30-year yield has climbed above 5% and recently reached levels not seen in nearly two decades. For bond investors, this can feel pretty painful. Bond prices...
Working Overtime
This week, I want to highlight a different sort of indicator than we usually talk about. It has to do with overtime work and how it relates to bond prices. Why overtime? Because overtime is something almost everyone understands. When business is good and demand...
Financial Focus – August 19th, 2026
Retirement planning is about more than simply building up a nest egg—it’s about knowing how to turn those savings into reliable income while navigating taxes, Social Security, Medicare, and other important decisions. This week, Nate and Mike discuss why planning ahead can help retirees better understand their income needs and avoid unexpected consequences down the road.
Bonds In Control
Despite the Federal Reserve leaving interest rates unchanged, mortgage rates have continued to inch upward. James Nelson joins us to share how the bond market impacts mortgage rates and why the bond market is more impactful than many realize.
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