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Weekly Commentary October 12th – 16th
U.S. stocks moved lower this week as investors took profits and digested mixed economic data, earnings results, and renewed uncertainty surrounding AI-related spending and debt financing. While Treasury yields eased from recent highs, market sentiment remained cautious, particularly toward growth and technology stocks. Concerns over valuations, future capital spending needs, and the broader economic outlook contributed to weakness across the major indexes.
Weekly Commentary October 5th – 9th
Equity markets rallied this week as investors looked past mixed corporate and economic headlines, with developments in artificial intelligence, telecommunications, consumer spending, and interest rates driving much of the conversation. Investors weighed SpaceX’s ambitious push into the wireless industry, signs of slower-than-expected growth in the AI boom, evolving consumer trends from snacks to used cars, and whether elevated bond yields may ultimately prove more beneficial to the economy and markets than many initially feared.
Weekly Commentary September 28th – October 2nd
Equity markets were mixed, as the tech-heavy Nasdaq outperformed the more value-oriented Dow Jones. Bonds endured another difficult week, pushing long-term Treasury yields to 25-year highs. Meanwhile, cooler inflation and labor market data reduced the likelihood of an October rate hike, trimming expectations for additional hikes from four to three.
Weekly Commentary September 14th – 18th 2026
Equity markets moved lower this week as investors digested the Federal Reserve’s latest policy decision and continued to assess the outlook for inflation, interest rates, and economic growth. While the Fed’s message reinforced its commitment to maintaining price stability, recent inflation data suggested that underlying price pressures remain persistent, contributing to higher Treasury yields and renewed volatility across financial markets.
Weekly Commentary September 7th – 11th 2026
Equity markets moved lower this week as investors weighed rising geopolitical tensions, higher energy prices, and renewed concerns that inflation and interest rates could remain elevated for longer. With oil climbing above $100 per barrel, Treasury yields reaching multi-year highs, and the Federal Reserve poised to make its next policy decision, markets continue to grapple with the shifting outlook for growth, inflation, and monetary policy.
Weekly Commentary August 31st- September 4th 2026
Equity markets finished roughly flat for the week, but beneath the surface investors were met with a steady stream of encouraging economic and market data. From a resilient labor market and strong corporate earnings to favorable historical trends and dividend leadership, several key themes continue to support the investment outlook.
Weekly Commentary August 24th – 28th 2026
Equity markets posted a modest but positive week, supported by strong gains in technology stocks as upbeat earnings from software companies and Nvidia reinforced confidence in AI-driven growth.
Weekly Commentary August 17th – 21st 2026
Markets edged lower this week as investors tracked progress in cancer treatment, Treasury liquidity reforms, and Bitcoin’s rebound.
Weekly Commentary August 10th – 14th 2026
Equity markets were largely unchanged this week following the strong rally that pushed major indexes to record highs.
Weekly Commentary August 3rd – 7th 2026
Markets staged an impressive rally this week, with the Dow Jones and S&P 500 reaching new record highs as investors looked beyond softer labor market data and focused on blockbuster earnings growth and the accelerating wave of AI-related investment.
Weekly Commentary July 27th – 31st 2026
This week was marked by a series of market-moving events that created a volatile environment for investors. The Federal Reserve struck a hawkish tone following its interest rate decision, mega-cap technology companies delivered mixed earnings results, and new inflation data reignited concerns about the economic outlook.
Weekly Commentary July 20th – 24th 2026
Investors had plenty to digest this week, including higher oil prices, rising interest rates, corporate earnings reports, a new round of tariffs, and escalating tensions in the Middle East. Despite these headwinds, equity markets remained relatively resilient, with most of the weakness concentrated in the technology sector.
Weekly Commentary July 13th – July 17th 2026
With few major economic releases on the calendar, investors shifted their attention to escalating tensions in the Middle East and the potential impact on the Federal Reserve’s path for interest rates. The week also featured the release of minutes from Kevin Warsh’s inaugural FOMC meeting, as well as new data on the housing market.
Weekly Commentary July 6th – July 10th 2026
With few major economic releases on the calendar, investors shifted their attention to escalating tensions in the Middle East and the potential impact on the Federal Reserve’s path for interest rates. The week also featured the release of minutes from Kevin Warsh’s inaugural FOMC meeting, as well as new data on the housing market.
Weekly Commentary June 29th – July 3rd, 2026
As a summer heat wave grips much of the country, equity markets have been generating plenty of heat of their own. With the first half of 2026 officially behind us, this week we unpack a weaker-than-expected jobs report, highlight notable corporate news, and evaluate equity market performance year-to-date.
Weekly Commentary June 22nd – 26th, 2026
Equity markets finished the week in the red as inflation data continued to support the case for higher interest rates. Meanwhile, investors were met with several notable developments, including Apple’s decision to raise prices, a positive revision to GDP growth, and the introduction of a new member to the Dow Jones Industrial Average.
Weekly Commentary June 15th – 19th, 2026
Despite the holiday-shortened week, the S&P 500 extended its rally, notching a ninth consecutive weekly gain as the bull market remains firmly intact. Key barometers of the AI trade such as Micron and Dell continue to fuel the advance, helping drive broader market momentum.