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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/6181B8iY31

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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/6186B8VDKg

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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/6188BB4ejw

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/6189BBsJ5h

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/6183BBw2mc

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has the potential to elevate already persistent inflationary pressures and weigh on overall growth. Navigating these uncertainties can feel daunting, which is exactly why establishing a relationship with a dedicated financial advisor can help you stay on track with your long-term goals. http://spr.ly/6188BBzjAi

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A rising tide of optimism had been gathering in the equity markets as Iran announced last week that the Strait of Hormuz had been reopened for business.

Less than 24 hours later, however, Iran reclosed the strait. Oil prices have risen as a result, further fueling economic uncertainty amid a complex tug-of-war between resilient employment and rate-sensitive slowdowns.

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