National Retirement Consulting, LLC

10/08/2026

Stocks finished the third quarter mixed. The S&P 500 gained 2.03%, and the Nasdaq Composite rose 2.47%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 2.70%. Halloween is next on the calendar, with U.S. consumers expected to spend \$13.5 billion USD this year and 6.26 million Canadian children in their trick-or-treating years.

Stocks were mixed in the third quarter as economic, geopolitical, and corporate earnings news pushed the broad market higher while weighing on the Dow Industrials.

09/19/2026

DON'T DIE WITH AN ANNUITY.
If you no longer need it for income, your annuity may be leaving your family a taxable inheritance instead of a larger, generally income-tax free legacy.

See what your family could receive:

09/14/2026

Gold Fell for a Third Week—So Why Did Gold Funds Reach Record Holdings?

Gold declined approximately 1.5% last week. Silver fell about 2.6%.

But beneath those price moves, three important facts emerged:

Global gold-backed funds added $18 billion during August.
Their physical holdings reached a record 4,189 metric tons.
China added approximately 650,000 ounces to its reserves, extending its reported buying streak to 22 months.

Does that guarantee higher gold prices? No.

It shows why one down week—or even three—does not tell the whole story.

Interest rates, the dollar and futures traders can move prices quickly. Central-bank policies, investment demand and mine supply tend to develop over much longer periods.

The smart question is not, “Will gold go up next week?”

It is:

“What do I own, what did I pay, how easily can I sell it, and what role does it serve in my retirement plan?”

National Retirement Consulting can help you evaluate physical bullion, pre-1933 U.S. coins and precious-metals retirement alternatives based on facts—not fear.

Schedule a complimentary NRC Gold, Silver & Pre-1933 Coin Review:
Call 417-209-7755 or schedule a 15-minute consultation.

Gold, silver and collectible coins fluctuate in value and may involve dealer markups, bid/ask spreads, storage expenses, insurance costs and liquidity considerations. Numismatic values are subjective and may differ substantially from underlying metal value. Diversification does not ensure a profit or protect against every loss. This material is for general educational purposes and is not individualized investment, legal or tax advice.

09/04/2026

Markets pushed higher in August as AI-driven optimism helped investors look past softer economic data. The S&P 500 gained 2.62% and the S&P/TSX Composite rose 2.96%, even as softening retail sales kept consumer spending in focus. Back-to-school season adds another data point to that story, with spending expected to reach \$146.8 billion in the U.S. and \$4.5 billion in Canada this year.

The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 2.62 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 3.93 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged, adding 1.34 percent. The S&P/TSX rose 2.96 percent.1,2

08/30/2026

Are you ready for National 401(k) Day? Established by the Plan Sponsor Council of America, this day is observed on the Friday following Labor Day. It’s a great opportunity to focus on retirement strategy and your financial future.

08/14/2026

Sometimes it’s easy to think “I’m doing it wrong” when you look at your financial plan.

Maybe that’s just not true. Maybe the difference is the need for a professional set of eyes that can analyze, review and assess how close you are to your goals (and often what those goals even may be).

Be good to yourself and get someone who can walk alongside you as you traverse this path. It’s not always easy but it can truly be clear and the right guide can make everything so much better!

I can be this person for you. Ownership makes a difference.

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08/07/2026

Markets navigated mixed signals in July. Inflation eased, tech faced pressure, and energy surged. Meanwhile, Americans are planning record travel spending in 2026: \$1.37 trillion. What's shaping your household budget this summer?

Stocks were mixed in July as investors navigated a cross-current of news on the outlook for AI spending and Q2 corporate reports.

07/20/2026

Retirement readiness is more than a dollar figure. In my conversations with clients, I look at the whole picture: income needs, spending habits, family plans, and how you want your days to look. If this article gives you a few questions to think about, feel free to reach out.

Retirement readiness isn't just about reaching a certain age or account balance. Learn the signs that may indicate you're financially and emotionally prepare...

07/18/2026

Everybody likes a picnic. Unfortunately with the price of groceries not everyone can afford to go on a picnic.

Retirement planning is like a picnic—pack it with essentials like guaranteed income, protection, and more for the perfect post-work treat! 🧺