Search Party
What people search for can tell us a lot about how they’re feeling—and right now, market fears seem to be cooling off. Check out this week’s chart to see what a drop in “Dow Jones” searches might be saying about sentiment and spending.
Stressed Out
Americans are falling behind on student loans at the fastest pace in years. With savings shrinking and debt piling up, the financial strain is starting to show.
Layoff Alerts
Layoffs are on the rise, and one of our favorite early-warning indicators is flashing yellow. While the broader economy still looks healthy, the recent surge in announced job cuts could be the first crack in the labor market’s foundation.
Financial Focus – June 4th, 2025
Tax season may be months away, but now’s the time to check your withholdings and make sure you’re not giving the IRS an interest-free loan. In this week’s Financial Focus, Nate Kreinbrink walks through smart summer tax planning tips that could help you keep more of what you earn.
Buyback Backstop
Stocks have rebounded lately in part due to corporate buybacks. John Nelson joins us to share the historic numbers and why companies are using this tactic that is popular with shareholders.
I’ll Take a Big Mac D, Please
Momentum is building again in the market, and one of our favorite indicators just turned bullish. Check out this week’s commentary to see what it’s saying—and why it backs up the broader trend.
Europe Shows Strength
Most investors keep their eyes on the U.S.—but sometimes, the real story is happening elsewhere. This week, a rare and powerful signal just flashed in European markets, and history says it’s one worth watching.
More Typical
Interest rates are rising—and so are the headlines. But while the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield has been labeled everything from a warning sign to a market menace, the reality might be far less dramatic. This week’s chart puts the move in context, showing that today’s yields aren’t unusually high—they’re just not unusually low anymore.
Financial Focus – May 28th, 2025
Summer’s here, and with it comes a fresh reminder to review your Medicare coverage—especially with midyear changes, network shifts, and potential premium adjustments starting to roll in. This week’s Financial Focus digs into what to watch for, how to make the most of plan perks, and why staying informed now can save you money (and headaches) later.
Return To Normal
There has been increased focus on market data recently as experts attempt to predict the future of the economy. David Nelson is here to explain the goals for inflation and economic growth going forward.
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