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Markets may be starting to broaden beyond the AI stocks that have led much of the recent rally. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte explains why diversification remains important as leadership shifts and volatility risks linger. http://spr.ly/6186BEcwqM

Market gains are no longer coming from just a few stocks. Our latest Quarterly Market Commentary explores why diversification may be playing a bigger role in investor success in 2026. http://spr.ly/6186BEpRNg

The labor market appears to have regained its footing, shifting the focus back to inflation. This week's commentary examines why persistent price pressures—not slowing employment—may be the bigger risk for markets in the second half of 2026. http://spr.ly/6186BEpz0M

We are excited to officially welcome Dave Herring and the Impact Wealth Management team as they join forces with Radiant Capital.

Dave has built an exceptional practice rooted in integrity, personal service, and long term client relationships. His decades of experience and commitment to doing what is right for the families he serves align seamlessly with our values.

By coming together, we further strengthen our ability to deliver comprehensive planning, expanded resources, and the backing of Northwestern Mutual to the clients and communities we serve.

Please join us in welcoming Dave and his team to Radiant Capital. We are honored to build this next chapter together.

AI continues to influence the economy and markets—but not all companies are benefiting equally. Rising costs and sticky inflation underscore the importance of a diversified investment plan. Read this week’s Market Commentary to learn more. http://spr.ly/6188BDvh3g

Markets continue to show resilience, but the path forward may depend on inflation, the Fed’s next move, and whether AI-related investment remains strong as financing costs rise. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management CIO Brent Schutte shares why diversification remains important in today’s market environment. http://spr.ly/6189BDwbUL

Big market headlines can create questions for clients. In this week’s commentary, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management CIO Brent Schutte looks at the SpaceX IPO, inflation, and the Fed—and why long-term discipline still matters when markets get noisy. http://spr.ly/6181BDGXB7

Strong jobs data may sound like good news—but with inflation still sticky, markets may see it differently. Brent Schutte, chief investment officer of Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management, breaks down what investors should know. http://spr.ly/6189B8LMJV

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/6180B8icnI

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/6183B8V8Jc