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A quiet week for data, but Thursday’s PCE report still matters. Inflation is expected to remain above the Fed’s target. But the bigger driver? Geopolitics—especially in the Middle East. See why Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke says markets may take cues from headlines, not data, in .

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A quieter market week is setting the stage for something bigger. Fed signals, fresh leadership, and inflation trends all coming into focus. Stay tuned—this is where clarity begins. CIO Gene Goldman explains in .

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Markets are high, risks are real—but so are opportunities. With solid growth and cash on the sidelines, pullbacks don’t have to be scary. Staying flexible and opportunistic still matters.

Record Highs Meeting Rising Risks: Stay Opportunistic Amid Potential Volatility Markets are at record highs—but it’s not all smooth sailing. Inflation and global headlines may stir up some bumps, and rate cuts may be harder to come by.…

CPI hits Tuesday. PPI follows Wednesday. With elevated energy costs and sticky services prices, the data could surprise—and influence how long the Fed stays on hold. CIO Gene Goldman breaks down what to watch and why it matters for markets in .

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April 2026 Monthly Recap U.S. stocks strongly rallied in April, with investors shaking off geopolitical headwinds, rising inflation concerns, and intense oil volatility, thanks to…

No rate cut last week — and don't expect one anytime soon. Inflation is still running hot, input costs are rising, and several Fed members are pushing back hard on any talk of cuts. The labor market is softening, but not enough to override the inflation threat. All eyes on Friday's jobs report. See why CIO Gene Goldman expects it to disappoint in .

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With Chair Powell's term expiring mid-May, incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh is signaling key changes — less communication, a new inflation metric, and a preference for rate adjustments over balance sheet moves. A dovish shift may be on the horizon. CIO Gene Goldman discusses this and more in

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Middle East headlines matter—but Tuesday’s Senate Banking Committee hearing for Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh brings the spotlight back to the Fed. With inflation pressures rising, the Fed may be handcuffed—and rate-cut hopes are fading. Learn more as CIO Gene Goldman discusses .

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