Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Peter Smart

10/10/2026

Thieves want you to act without giving you time to think. If you’re feeling pressured, stop and consider the situation. If an offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/478nD1s

10/08/2026

Inheritance or lottery scams try to get the victim to send money in order to receive the funds. However, you should never need to send money to receive legitimate winnings. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4zm4W6n

10/06/2026

A New York state study found that for every documented case of older adult financial exploitation, another 44 went unreported. Click here to learn more about how to report suspected financial elder abuse: https://bit.ly/47Df3b7

10/05/2026

Rising rates have grabbed headlines, but they're only one inning in a much longer game. Easing inflation, healthy consumer spending and growing corporate profits point to an economy that remains on solid footing.

Investment Analyst Brock Weimer shares insights from market history, exploring how stocks have performed following sharp increases in bond yields and what those trends may signal for investors in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/4hDrBDX

10/04/2026

Although anyone can become a victim of fraud, some scams specifically target older adults. Learn strategies to help prevent elder financial fraud from happening to you or a loved one: https://bit.ly/3VvIIjJ

10/02/2026

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, so throughout the month, we'll be highlighting some common scams and how to spot them. Learn more about how Edward Jones works to help protect clients from falling victim to fraud: https://bit.ly/3W2Cmse

10/01/2026

An important part of protecting your financial future is staying vigilant against fraud and cyber threats. This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, I encourage you to stay vigilant, protect sensitive information and be aware of common scams that continue to evolve. If you have questions about fraud prevention or protecting your financial information, I'm always available to help.

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09/28/2026

Bond yields recently climbed to their highest levels in decades as investors weighed sticky inflation, booming AI investment and robust economic growth. In this evolving environment, higher interest rates are creating new opportunities in fixed income while shifting market leadership across equities.

Senior Economist James McCann shares his perspective on how investors can navigate today's higher-rate environment in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/4hxNa99

09/22/2026

The Fed raised interest rates for the first time in three years, as widely expected. While the announcement prompted an initial market reaction, resilient economic growth, strong corporate earnings and continued consumer spending could help support equities, even if interest rates move somewhat higher. Meanwhile, higher short-term bond yields may create new opportunities for investors seeking income.

Brian Therien, Investment Strategist, shares his perspective on what a more hawkish Fed policy could mean for investors in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/4Ao9mek

09/18/2026

Many people assume financial confidence comes with age. In my experience, it's not quite that simple.

New research from Edward Jones and Gallup shows that people across generations share concerns about their financial future. Younger adults are often working to build wealth, while older adults are focused on making their savings last. But both are looking for greater peace of mind about what's ahead.

That's one reason I enjoy helping clients create personalized strategies that align with their goals and priorities, both today and as their needs evolve over time.

Read more from Gallup: https://bit.ly/46xzANN



Source: Gallup & Edward Jones, "Money and Meaning: Understanding Financial Fulfillment," 2026.

Older adults are much more confident than younger adults in managing their current finances. Confidence in managing future finances, however, differs less by age.