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Markets over the past week continued to recover from the previous week's sharp pullback.

In our view, the backdrop of softer inflation and cooling but positive economic growth still points to a Fed that will likely begin cutting rates as soon as the September 18 FOMC meeting.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

For any investors that were looking the 2024 gift horse in the mouth, last week showed some teeth. We don't think the recent pullback should be patently dismissed, but panic is not the proper reaction either.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

The final week of July was a whirlwind, filled with a flurry of earnings reports, three central bank meetings and key labor market data. We look at five key turning points that may define performance in the months ahead.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

After more than 1 ½ years of large-cap growth sectors and the "Magnificent 7" leading the market, what has caused a somewhat sudden rotation away from the tech darlings? We highlight three key elements.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

Not only do women usually live longer than men, but they could also spend twice as much money on long-term care. Women who become widowed or divorced may lack a spousal caregiver at home. Let's discuss options to help you prepare in case this need arises so you can feel truly empowered.

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As we kicked off 2024, one of our 10 key calls for the year was our view that while equity markets would continue to perform well, the market's underlying leadership would rotate, broadening out beyond 2023's Magnificent Seven concentration.

We take a look at how this recently showed up within three key market matchups, and what it may mean for investors' portfolios.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

We break down the latest activity in the U.S. economy, equities, the bond market, international investing and more. Let's discuss what impact these might have on your portfolio.

Quarterly market outlook (US|EN) Our investment strategists provide Edward Jones’ perspective on the latest economic activity and what it may mean for you.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

Confused about how much life insurance your loved ones might need to cover expenses if your income is no longer available? Use this life insurance calculator to help estimate the amount of coverage that might work best for you.

Life insurance calculator: How much do you need? How much coverage do you need? Get an estimate to aid your decision-making process.

Although nearly two-thirds of business owners (64%) have prepared a business succession plan, 16% feel unprepared for their succession plan, according to our latest research with Morning Consult and NEXT360 Partners.

Edward Jones Principal of Retirement Products Katherine Roy joined Yahoo! Finance Wealth to discuss considerations for transitioning businesses from owners to successors.

Passing the torch: What businesses need in succession plan 52 CEOs stepped down in the first quarter of 2024, the highest level in four years according to executive search and leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates. Edward Jones Principal of Retirement Products Katherine Roy joins Wealth! to give insight into how business owners need to start....

Now that we're midway through 2024, we're reflecting on the first half of the year and looking ahead to three key factors we believe will be drivers of the markets and economy in the second half.

Market news is everywhere — but what does it all mean for you? Our Monthly Market Compass helps keep you in the know but also looks ahead to what may be down the road. In this video series, our investment strategists share their thoughts on the latest market and economic developments, and offer investing tips you can use as you work toward your long-term financ...

Check out our midyear review and outlook for the back half of 2024 in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

As interest rates have crept back up from their multiyear lows, it’s important to revisit your debt management strategy. Here are 8 key tips to help get started.

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Our latest Weekly Market Wrap discusses a potential silver lining to the cooling economy and how inflation may also be resuming a gradual cooling period. Read on for potential effects on the markets, whether or not we see moderating inflation.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

Many important life events, including a loved one's death, making a big move or going through a divorce or remarriage, could mean you need to update your estate documents. Read on to learn five common misconceptions people have about wealth transfer, and then let's discuss your unique needs.

5 common misconceptions about wealth transfer We debunk five common misconceptions about transferring wealth as part of leaving a financial legacy.

Interest rates drifted lower in June, and a handful of mega-cap U.S. growth stocks soared back into the spotlight.

Monthly portfolio brief Learn more about portfolio performance, and check out our recommendations for disciplined investors.

With the first half of 2024 now in the books, our latest Weekly Market Wrap takes a look at a few notable winners and losers in the markets. Check out our views on what that performance means for the remainder of the year.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

In our latest Weekly Market Wrap, we explore the current state of the consumer, the outlook for spending and the implications for both the economy and the markets.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

The June FOMC meeting and U.S. inflation data were front and center last week, with both offering some positive news for the bulls. Our Weekly Market Wrap highlights potential market opportunities ahead.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

National Financial Freedom Day is July 1. Have you taken advantage of our state-of-the-art Financial Foundation tools to work toward your goals? Check out this video to learn more, and then let's talk about how we can help you accomplish what's most important to you.

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The onset of summer coincided with signs of a cooling economy and mixed signals on the labor market, best described as a gradual normalization rather than a sudden shift.

We highlight four trends to watch in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

This year's intense focus on the timing of a potential Fed rate cut, as well as the mania around AI, have been well documented. But there's more to this market than meets the eye.

We share three things that might come as a surprise in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

After 4 weeks of rallying, markets took a breather last week, despite stellar earnings from the artificial intelligence (AI) darling Nvidia. While returns were narrow and concentrated in the technology space early on, diversification will likely be a key theme as the bull market continues and matures.

Find out more in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

With inflation's peak in the rear view, and the stock market climbing to a new summit in recent days, last week highlighted the role the descent in inflation is having on the ascent in equities. We think these conjoining trends can persist, though likely with a few more hiccups along the way.

Check out our peak perspectives in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

May 29 is National 529 Day – a great chance for families to learn more about their options to save for a child's (or an adult's!) future education. Feeling overwhelmed trying to learn the ins and outs on your own? Don't stress. I can help tailor a strategy to work toward your education goals.

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As the first quarter earnings season wraps up, we offer our take on the state of corporate America, which provides a valuable compass for evaluating the overall trajectory of stocks.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

After five months of sharp and steady gains beginning last November, the mood in the financial markets has shifted in recent weeks. The catalysts for the swing – Fed policy, the jobs market, corporate earnings – were all in the spotlight last week.

We offer our take in our latest Weekly Market Wrap.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

Working toward retirement savings, preparing for the unexpected and estate planning can support a more complete financial strategy and help protect your financial future.

Do you have these 3 financial goals covered?

You've likely worked hard to plan for your long-term financial objectives, but have you taken the critical steps needed to create safeguards through estate planning? Make sure you avoid these six common mistakes.

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Between a barrage of corporate earnings, the first quarter GDP report, and the release of the Fed's preferred measure of inflation, investors had plenty to digest as markets continue navigate a bumpy start to the second quarter.

While new data flooded in, the narrative stayed largely unchanged in our view, and stocks recovered some of the April losses on the back of strength from tech.

We offer our take on last week's developments along with portfolio implications.

Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.