Cynthia Branca, Certified Financial Planner

09/09/2026

As an investor, you’ll encounter times when volatility picks up and markets cycle lower. But if you’re approaching retirement, you may need to consider how a down-market could impact your next chapter.

This short video illustrates the importance of understanding sequence of returns risk.

09/08/2026

Jobs, inflation, and interest rates remain closely connected, making this week's inflation data especially important for markets and the Federal Reserve.
Join CIO Gene Goldman on this week's episode of as he examines the final inflation reports before the Fed's September 16 meeting, what recent labor market data tells us about the economy, and why persistent price pressures could influence the outlook for interest rates and market performance.

“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...

09/08/2026

Read the latest issue of Retire Wise here:

For a lot of retirees, filing for Social Security felt like crossing a finish line. But the strategy behind that decision doesn't have to stay frozen the day…

09/07/2026

Markets pushed higher in August as AI-driven optimism helped investors look past softer economic data. The S&P 500 gained 2.62% and the S&P/TSX Composite rose 2.96%, even as softening retail sales kept consumer spending in focus. Back-to-school season adds another data point to that story, with spending expected to reach \$146.8 billion in the U.S. and \$4.5 billion in Canada this year.

The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index advanced 2.62 percent, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 3.93 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged, adding 1.34 percent. The S&P/TSX rose 2.96 percent.1,2

09/07/2026

Did you know... This special day has been celebrated in the U.S. since 1978? Today is National Grandparents' Day! If you are a grandparent, what is one sentence of wisdom you want to share with the younger generation?

09/07/2026

Building wealth is less about a single big win and more about consistent small choices that compound over time. Good financial habits can act like an “autopilot” system. Here are six money habits worth putting into practice this year.

09/04/2026

Recovery. Recession. Gross Domestic Product. Learn the language of economic cycles.

Understanding the economy's cycles can help put current business conditions in better perspective.

09/02/2026

A windfall from a loved one can be both rewarding and complicated. Learn how to cope with such an outcome with this message.

09/02/2026

This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from August 2026. Read more here:

U.S. stocks returned to gains in August after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both ended negative the prior two months while the Dow Industrials capped a…

08/31/2026

What will this week's economic data mean for rate hike odds?
Join Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke on this week's episode of as he breaks down key reports on manufacturing, services, employment, and Friday's closely watched jobs report. With the Fed meeting just two weeks away, markets will be looking to see whether the data strengthens or weakens the case for another hike.

“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...