Baystate Financial - Jim Dearden

Baystate Financial - Jim Dearden Financial planning, investment advice, insurance (life, disability, long term care, group benefits, Member SIPC (www.sipc.org).

I am licensed to sell insurance in NH, MA, ME, SC, OR, UT, and FL. I am licensed to sell securities in: NH, MA, ME, VA, MN, SC, NY, and FL. I am a registered representative of and offer securities, investment advisory services, and financial planning through MML Investors Services, LLC. Supervisory address:
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Boston, MA 02210
617-585-4500

05/19/2026

Markets were mixed last week. An early AI-driven rally faded into a Friday selloff as rising yields and oil prices renewed inflation concerns. The S&P 500 edged higher on solid earnings and economic data, but sentiment weakened late in the week, highlighting a fragile balance between growth optimism and inflation risks. For more insights, check out this week's market perspective.

05/12/2026

Last week, U.S. equities continued to reach new highs, supported by a resilient labor market. Treasury yields declined modestly amid mixed data, reinforcing expectations of a patient Fed. Economic signals were mixed, with strong job growth offset by weaker consumer sentiment tied to inflation and geopolitical concerns. Read this week’s market perspective to learn more.

05/05/2026

Last week, markets moved higher as investors emphasized strong earnings and economic resilience over geopolitical risks. Treasury yields rose on inflation concerns and reduced expectations for near term easing, with energy prices continuing to pressure costs. Give our weekly market perspective a read for more takeaways.

04/28/2026

Markets ended the week slightly higher, with stocks rising amid volatility tied to Iran-related geopolitical headlines. Treasury yields inched up on higher energy prices and firmer inflation expectations. Consumer spending remained resilient, though sentiment stayed subdued. For more key learnings, give our weekly market perspective a read.

04/21/2026

Markets rallied last week as easing Middle East tensions, lower oil prices, and strong early earnings lifted sentiment, pushing equities back toward record highs. Near-term volatility risks remain given ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and potential energy supply disruptions. Check out this week’s market perspective to learn more.

04/14/2026

Markets rebounded as U.S.–Iran ceasefire optimism eased energy concerns, pushing oil prices lower and supporting risk assets. Treasury yields were largely unchanged, and volatility stayed elevated amid mixed signals on inflation, growth, and geopolitics. Learn more with this week’s market perspective and key insights.

04/07/2026

Markets rallied last week on hopes that tensions in Iran may ease. Oil prices and volatility remained elevated, underscoring that any disruption to the Strait of Hormuz remains a key market risk. Meanwhile, resilient U.S. data supported the view that the economy remains on solid footing. Check out this week’s market perspective to learn more.

03/31/2026

Markets were volatile last week as geopolitical uncertainty and higher energy prices weighed on sentiment. Equities declined, bond yields moved higher, and inflation expectations rose, reflecting a cautious investor backdrop amid ongoing inflation concerns and uneven growth. Read this week’s market perspective for deeper insights on what’s driving markets.

03/23/2026

Last week, markets fell for a fourth straight week as tensions with Iran and higher oil prices drove volatility. Rising energy costs reignited inflation concerns, pushing Treasury yields to multi‑month highs and reinforcing a cautious Fed tone. Read this week’s market perspective to learn more.

03/17/2026

Last week, markets remained volatile as Iran-related tensions drove oil price swings, pressured equities, and lifted bond yields. While inflation showed signs of easing, higher energy prices renewed near term inflation concerns and tempered expectations for 2026 rate cuts. Learn more with this week’s market perspective and key insights.

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