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In the wake of a polarizing election season, remains focused on the economic & investment implications of Trump's win. Read the team's latest commentary to learn why they believe investors could benefit from broader portfolio diversification moving forward.

A New Chapter: Economic Implications of Trump’s Second Term Please read Cetera Investment Management's latest commentary, "A New Chapter: Economic Implications of Trump’s Second Term." We examine key policy initiatives from the campaign trail and outline potential market and economic implications. As we enter a new chapter, corporations are well-positioned...

This week will be crucial to our nation and its economy as we experience both a presidential election and a meeting. Join CIO Gene Goldman, CFA, as he discusses what this week could reveal about the market and where the ’s head is regarding rate cuts.

The Week Ahead | Cetera “Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from October 2024. Read more here:

October 2024 Recap All three major U.S. equity indices were stung by sharp month-ending losses that more than erased earlier October gains amid disappointing Big Tech forward earnings guidance. Nasdaq stocks led the Halloween downturn, skidding nearly 2.8% to end October with a 0.49% loss. Similarly, the S&P 500 and D...

Among a busy week for financial data, CIO Gene Goldman, CFA, will focus on Friday’s nonfarm payroll report. Join him on this week’s episode of as he explains why this report is so important and how it could lead to another question about the ’s recent rate cuts.

The Week Ahead | Cetera “Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

As experience an impressive run, CIO Gene Goldman, CFA suggests taking a cue from the near perfect 2007 New England Patriots team. Join him on this week’s episode of as he explains why he suggests looking out for the unexpected. https://cetera.com/the-week-ahead?utm_source=nfaaol

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here: https://bit.ly/financialwatch3-oct24

Corporate earnings season begins this week. Join CIO Gene Goldman, CFA, on this week’s episode of as he explains why these earnings reports are so important to the stock market. https://cetera.com/the-week-ahead?utm_source=nfaaol

Read the latest issue of Retire Wise here: https://bit.ly/retirewise-oct24

Data has been strong since the cut rates by 50 basis points in September, suggesting they didn’t need to be so aggressive. Join CIO Gene Goldman, CFA, on this week’s episode of as he explains what three answers we need from Wednesday’s Fed FOMC meeting minutes. https://cetera.com/the-week-ahead?utm_source=nfaaol

This Quarterly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from Q3 2024. Read more here: https://cetera.com/third-quarter-2024-recap?utm_source=nfaaol

On Friday, we’ll receive the non-farm payroll report. Join CIO Gene Goldman, CFA, on this week’s episode of as he explains why this report is so important both to the and the . https://cetera.com/the-week-ahead?utm_source=nfaaol

The Fourth Quarter Outlook discusses potential implications from the Fed’s new interest rate cycle. A weakening labor market should bring more cuts, but is the Fed too late? The report also discusses what this means for both stocks and bonds. Click here to read more:

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On Friday, we’ll receive the personal income and spending report, following last week’s rate cut. Join CIO Gene Goldman, CFA, on this week’s episode of as he discusses key perspectives this report provides into the direction of consumer spending and inflation.

The Week Ahead | Cetera “Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here: https://bit.ly/financialwatch-sept24

The is expected to pivot from raising to cutting rates this week. Join CIO Gene Goldman, CFA, on this week’s episode of as he discusses what he expects the to do and how it will update its Dot Plot.

The Week Ahead | Cetera “Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

Read the latest issue of Retire Wise here: https://bit.ly/retirewise2-sept24

It is almost assured that the will cut interest rates at their next meeting later this month. Join CIO Gene Goldman, CFA, on this week’s episode of as he explains how the upcoming CPI report may help determine to what extent the Fed cuts rates.

The Week Ahead | Cetera “Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from August 2024. Read more here:

August 2024 Recap The S&P 500 ended a roller-coaster month with a 2.43% gain, almost entirely recouping an 8.5% July 16 through August 5 pullback. The large cap benchmark index closed August just 0.33% below its most recent all-time high, posting its fourth straight monthly gain, its longest stretch of gains since Ma...