Edward Jones - Financial Advisor Josh Stewart

10/15/2026

The first $100,000 is often the hardest milestone to reach — and the most rewarding.

Early on, progress can feel slow, especially when you're balancing family, work and other financial priorities. But once your portfolio grows, investment returns can begin doing more of the heavy lifting.

If you're working toward your first $100,000, stay focused on the habits that matter most: investing consistently, staying diversified and remaining committed through market ups and downs. Those habits can make all the difference over time.

Your first $100,000: why it matters most

10/13/2026

What would happen if you had to retire sooner than expected?

Many people focus on their target retirement date but spend less time preparing for the possibility of an earlier exit due to a job loss, health issue or family caregiving needs.

If you'd like to explore how your retirement strategy would hold up under an unexpected scenario, let's talk. Planning for the "what-ifs" today can help reduce stress tomorrow.

Concerned about a forced retirement? 4 tips to prepare

10/12/2026

This week marks the fourth anniversary of the current bull market. But what makes this bull market different from previous ones, and does it still have room to run?

Angelo Kourkafas, Senior Global Investment Strategist, shares his perspective on what's helping sustain this bull market and what investors should watch next in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/3VFnwbi

10/09/2026

AI-powered scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, making it harder to distinguish legitimate requests from fraud. Understanding common tactics can help you better protect yourself and your financial accounts.

Take a look at these five emerging scam types and practical steps you can take to stay vigilant.

5 AI-powered financial scams that are hard to spot

10/07/2026

With the 2026 midterm elections approaching, investors are once again asking what politics may mean for markets and whether the elections have the potential to disrupt this year's positive momentum. Here's what history says – and what's different this time:

With the 2026 midterm elections approaching, investors are once again asking what politics may mean for markets and whether the elections have the potential to disrupt this year's positive momentum. History suggests that elections often create short-term uncertainty, but they have rarely been the pr...

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/4s7mWzf

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/3VDiPhU

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/4AGqz2W

09/17/2026

When I talk with clients about retirement, the conversation goes beyond numbers pretty quickly. Yes, we plan for income, savings and longevity — but we also talk about what your days will look like, who you’ll spend time with and what will give you a sense of purpose.

If you’re thinking about retirement, let’s make sure you’re prepared for both sides of the equation.

Retirement is more than a financial milestone. It is a psychological transition. Learn how to design the next phase of your life with purpose.

09/15/2026

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