Meikle Financial Group

10/05/2026

Stubborn inflation problem meets a Goldilocks jobs report
The latest economic data is giving investors a mixed picture. The labor market remains solid, which is encouraging for the economy and markets. At the same time, inflation is proving to be persistent.
What does it mean for investors? Our latest market commentary breaks down what’s happening with jobs, inflation, rate hikes, and the markets:

Stocks bounced to close the week, with the Nasdaq jumping 1.2% on Friday and finishing the week up 0.5%. It wasn't a clean sweep. The S&P 500 slipped

10/02/2026

The Good Ol’ Days

09/28/2026

Stocks Climb Despite Soaring Yields

Treasury yields shot higher last week. Stocks basically shrugged.

The S&P 500 gained, the Nasdaq hit new highs, and the economic data still looked pretty solid. Consumers are spending, layoffs remain low, and earnings have held up even as inflation and interest rates stay elevated.

Higher yields still matter. But so far, they haven’t been enough to knock stocks off course.

More on what’s holding up and what could change the picture: https://www.meiklegroup.com/insights/blog/market-commentary-stocks-climb-despite-soaring-yields/

09/25/2026

The good old days weren’t really about having more time. They were about taking the time to enjoy it.

Maybe we could all use a little more of that today. 🌼

09/23/2026

Social Security’s 2032 deadline is getting real. What could this mean for your future benefits and retirement plans? Dail Meikle takes a closer look at the latest projections and what you should know.

👉 Read the latest blog: https://www.meiklegroup.com/insights/blog/social-securitys-2032-deadline-is-getting-real/

09/22/2026

Join us for an informative seminar.

09/21/2026

The Fed raised rates for the first time in three years.

That sounds hawkish. The rest of the message was less so.

Even with stronger growth, lower unemployment, and higher inflation in its own projections, the median Fed official still sees just one more hike this year and none in 2027.

See why the headline rate hike may not tell the whole story: https://www.meiklegroup.com/insights/blog/market-commentary-a-dove-in-hawks-clothing-the-fed-hikes-but-its-still-a-dovish-fed/

09/18/2026

A big thank you to Western Bank for joining us for our Fraud Prevention seminar! We truly appreciate the time and expertise they shared with our clients and community.

The presentation was informative, practical, and incredibly well done, providing valuable information on recognizing potential fraud and taking steps to protect ourselves and our finances.

We’re grateful to Western Bank for helping us spread awareness and empower others with the knowledge they need to stay vigilant and protect what matters most.

Thank you again for a fantastic presentation! 👏

09/18/2026

Good Old Days!

09/14/2026

Stocks Wobble as the Fed Gets Ready to Act

Oil may be getting most of the attention, but the inflation story is broader than energy.

Prices are still rising across everyday services, while manufacturers are also dealing with higher costs for things like electronics, steel, and semiconductors.

That broader pressure is one reason Carson’s Investment Research team is taking another look at what the Fed may do next.

See what’s changing in the inflation picture and why it could matter for rates: https://ow.ly/eKkw50ZNyvT