Financial Advisor at Edward Jones: Michelle McCarthy

06/04/2026

Not sure how to start your journey toward the financial goals you want to achieve? Check out these 10 investing “rules of the road” that can help you get moving in the right direction.

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06/01/2026

As investors look beyond Middle East tensions, U.S. economic fundamentals are coming into sharper focus, driven by an accelerating AI investment and robust corporate profit growth, reinforcing the constructive case for equities. However, elevated inflation may keep rate cuts off the table and limit near-term progress in bond markets.

Senior Economist James McCann explains what this could mean for investors in our Weekly Market Wrap.

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05/29/2026

When retirement is just around the corner, an unexpected event or major expense can be unsettling. The good news is you don’t have to jeopardize your long-term future. The key is understanding the pros and cons of all your options.

Learn the considerations for retirees and pre-retirees to tap taxable investment accounts and retirement accounts for cash shortfalls.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

05/26/2026

Bond yields have moved back toward multi-year highs, raising important questions about whether equities can sustain their recent momentum. Senior Global Investment Strategist Angelo Kourkafas provides insights into why yields are rising, why today’s inflation backdrop differs from 2022, and what higher rates may mean for portfolios in the latest Weekly Market Wrap.

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05/23/2026

Market conditions can change fast — but your strategy doesn’t have to. Set clear goals, review your progress regularly and keep your portfolio diversified to help you stay on track no matter what the market is doing.

Ready to put these habits into practice? Let's strengthen your long‑term strategy.

Market sentiment, policy backdrop, and geopolitics can change quickly.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

05/21/2026

Market volatility is unpleasant. Also fact: The more you know about it, the less unpleasant it can be. Check out these 10 volatility facts to help keep volatility in perspective and your goals within reach.

Volatility is part of the investment experience, but the longer an investor holds stocks, the greater the potential for an overall positive return.

05/18/2026

As markets push toward new highs, many investors may be wondering whether it’s time to “sell in May.” Senior Investment Strategist Mona Mahajan explains why fundamentals and staying invested still matter more than seasonality in our Weekly Market Wrap.

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05/17/2026

Large IPOs can come with a lot of fanfare. But in the early days of public trading, it can be difficult to separate long-term fundamentals from short-term momentum.

We break down what history shows about IPO performance – and share key considerations to help investors stay grounded in the fundamentals:

Initial public offerings (IPOs) tend to attract a lot of investor interest, especially when the company is large and well-known. The excitement can be tempting, but it doesn't always lead to strong investment results. We encourage investors to look beyond the headlines and focus on whether the share...

05/11/2026

Despite ongoing geopolitical noise, markets have increasingly refocused on underlying fundamentals. Strong corporate earnings, a resilient economy and solid labor market data have helped drive equities to new record highs.

Senior Economist James McCann outlines three key trends to watch in the latest Weekly Market Wrap.

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