John F. Baker

AI is driving stocks higher—but narrow market leadership means that there is more to these gains than meets the eye. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management CIO Brent Schutte examines what’s underneath the gains and why diversification still matters. http://spr.ly/6186B8iYYO

A financial plan is like a road map that shows you where you are and how to get where you want to go. But what does that really mean? Learn more about what’s actually included in a good plan. Please reach out if you’d like to start building your plan. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/what-is-included-in-a-financial-plan/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=lifeandmoney&utm_content=lm_your-financial-plan_field&utm_term=a-financial-plan&agentid=009642

AI leadership, hotter inflation signals, and a changing of the guard at the Fed—Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company CIO Brent Schutte breaks down the economic data and markets news investors need to know. http://spr.ly/6186B8VDcq

Let’s talk through the right type of life insurance for your needs and goals. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/the-different-types-of-life-insurance-explained/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=lifeandmoney&utm_content=lm_life-insurance_field&utm_term=types-of-life&agentid=009642

As AI-leveraging stocks continue to surge, many have asked whether investors are ignoring the risks of the Iran energy crisis. The answer is yes, but only at the index level. In reality, the answer is far more nuanced. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company CIO Brent Schutte addresses this question and more in the latest Weekly Market Commentary. http://spr.ly/6189BB4eI9

Your child’s future may not follow a single path—and your savings strategy shouldn’t either. Read this article to learn how to build a plan that fits your family’s needs. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/flexible-ways-to-save-for-your-kids-future/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=lifeandmoney&utm_content=lm_your-family_field&utm_term=your-kids-future&agentid=009642

Equities moved higher again this week, supported by continued strong earnings, fresh evidence of a stabilizing labor market, and growing optimism surrounding artificial intelligence. Beneath the surface, however, the U.S. economy has only grown more divided. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company CIO Brent Schutte breaks down the latest market news and economic data. http://spr.ly/6182BBsJFK

Young households are spending less and saving more. Read this article for ideas on how you can take control of your finances, and then let’s connect so we can build a plan that’s tailored to your goals. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/mindful-spending-is-the-new-flex-save-more-splurge-smarter/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=lifeandmoney&utm_content=lm_your-financial-plan_field&utm_term=mindful-spending&agentid=009642

The S&P 500 closed at a record high on Friday as the Fed opted to hold rates steady amid signs of a stabilizing labor market and strong AI-fueled economic growth. Brent Schutte, chief investment officer of the Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, breaks down the latest news and key data you need to know. http://spr.ly/6186BBwNpp

I can guide you through major milestones like sending the kids off to college. Reach out if you’d like to discuss the details. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/student-loans-101-everything-you-need-to-know-before-you-borrow/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=lifeandmoney&utm_content=lm_managing-debt_field&utm_term=student-loans-101&agentid=009642