Shawn C. Smith, APMA, CRPC

06/10/2026

Feeling confident today doesn’t remove the need to plan ahead.

Ameriprise Financial research shows many financially solo adults are thinking carefully about aging, long‑term care costs, and making savings last — key considerations when planning independently.

06/05/2026

When financial decisions aren’t shared, the role of guidance can become even more meaningful.

Ameriprise Financial research shows that among financially solo adults who work with an advisor, guidance supports both confidence and clarity — helping people feel more secure about the future, navigate major decisions, and bring structure to long‑term planning.

06/03/2026

Planning independently often requires looking further ahead.

Ameriprise Financial research shows that advisors help solo adults translate long-term goals into concrete plans — from timing and income planning to defining long‑term financial goals.

06/01/2026

What’s fueling our recent rallies and are the risks really behind us? Ameriprise Financial Chief Market Strategist Anthony Saglimbene breaks down the dynamics driving the recent market movements.

3 factors driving U.S. stocks higher.

05/28/2026

Emerging markets today look very different than they did just a few years ago. It's important to understand how international stocks could fit into your broader investment strategy.

An important market shift is underway in developing economies.

05/26/2026

Market leadership may be broadening beyond the Magnificent 7. Here’s some thoughts on how to identify new, high-quality investment opportunities in this evolving environment. And let’s connect if you’d like to put these insights into action.

How to invest in “the best of the rest.”

05/20/2026

New research from Ameriprise Financial takes a closer look at how Americans managing life — and finances — on their own build confidence, plan ahead and make long-term decisions.

Read the highlights from Flying Solo: Navigating Financial Autonomy — and if you’re navigating on your own, I'm here to help you turn today’s choices into a plan you can feel good about.

🔗 Learn more: Ameriprise.com/FlyingSolo

05/18/2026

Midterm elections don’t just shape the political landscape; they impact financial markets too. Find how stocks typically behave during a midterm election year and learn portfolio positioning strategies to navigate the 2026 election cycle.

05/15/2026

What would make you say, “Yep…this is the retirement I pictured”? Reach out, and we’ll build a strategy to help support the life you want – not just the number you need.