Diane DiTullio Agostino, Financial Planner, Baystate Financial

If you had 5+ extra years to fund, what would you want them to look like? A quick review can help connect today’s choices to your long-term goals. Let's connect.

U.S. markets ended last week mixed as strong economic data, higher Treasury yields, and rising U.S.-Iran tensions influenced sentiment. The S&P 500 gained 0.13%, led by technology and energy, while rate-sensitive sectors lagged. Strong August payrolls boosted expectations for tighter Fed policy, lifting oil prices and pressuring gold.

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U.S. equities edged higher last week on strong AI-driven tech earnings, though gains were limited by hawkish Fed commentary. Persistent inflation kept investors focused on the outlook for interest rates, leading to mixed Treasury performance. Meanwhile, lower oil prices helped ease some inflation concerns. Check out this week’s market perspective to learn more.

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Last week, U.S. markets weakened as higher Treasury yields and borrowing costs weighed on investor sentiment, especially among growth-oriented areas of the market. Inflation concerns linked to energy prices and geopolitical tensions pushed bond yields higher. Economic data was mixed, with softer consumer spending balanced by stronger business activity. Read this week’s market perspective to learn more.

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As more Americans reach retirement age, the need for retirement income planning continues to grow. Start the conversation early to help clients prepare for a confident transition into retirement. Let's connect.