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Third-quarter earnings season is underway, and expectations are high. Companies in the S&P 500 are projected to deliver ...
10/15/2026

Third-quarter earnings season is underway, and expectations are high. Companies in the S&P 500 are projected to deliver nearly 30% earnings growth, with analysts raising estimates during the quarter rather than lowering them. In this week's |Lines, Stifel's Chief Investment Officer, Michael O'Keeffe explores what's driving the stronger earnings outlook, why growth remains concentrated in certain sectors, what company reports may reveal about consumers and artificial intelligence investment, and why some believe forward guidance may matter as much as the results themselves.

https://stifel.info/SL101526

Checked the weather? Streamed a football game on a flight? Sent a text from a remote area? There's a good chance a satel...
10/14/2026

Checked the weather? Streamed a football game on a flight? Sent a text from a remote area? There's a good chance a satellite played a role. When people think about the space economy, they often picture astronauts, moon missions, and sci-fi-worthy technology. The reality is much more Earth-focused. Satellites already help power communications, navigation, weather forecasting, agriculture, transportation, and national security.

For more information on this and to read the full piece, click here: https://livesocial.seismic.com/a1OnZ-

Many families aspire to give their children a strong financial start, but understanding and determining the best path fo...
10/14/2026

Many families aspire to give their children a strong financial start, but understanding and determining the best path forward can be challenging. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law on July 4, 2025, introduced a new option – the Trump Account.

Here are some of the important details surrounding these new accounts: https://livesocial.seismic.com/aYNgqv

Political tailwinds have benefited the financial services sector during the first two years of President Trump's term. W...
10/13/2026

Political tailwinds have benefited the financial services sector during the first two years of President Trump's term. We doubt that a Democratic win in the midterm elections would create a headwind for the industry, but, it might not enjoy as strong of a following breeze as it has to this point. In this note, it is discussed how the political environment could change for financials. Some headline risk is expected, especially for the Global Systemically Important Banks (GSIBs). However, few changes in policy are expected, although it is acknowledged there is an increased risk for the credit card industry.

Also updated are thoughts on the state of the midterms. The base case remains: The House is likely to flip, while the Republicans still maintain a slim advantage to retain the Senate (an admittedly nonconsensus view). In the Senate, Democrats lead the polls in enough races to win, but several of the leads are within the margin of error. It has been questioned whether they will hold up.

Read more here: https://livesocial.seismic.com/a1dECE

Our Wealth Planning Department offers many services that can help effectively develop each client's personalized strateg...
10/13/2026

Our Wealth Planning Department offers many services that can help effectively develop each client's personalized strategy.

Learn more here: https://livesocial.seismic.com/aetGLx

Should you contribute to a Traditional IRA or a Roth IRA?Traditional and Roth IRAs both provide significant potential ta...
10/12/2026

Should you contribute to a Traditional IRA or a Roth IRA?

Traditional and Roth IRAs both provide significant potential tax benefits. Contribution to one or the other depends on several factors that could potentially impact your personal financial situation, including the current tax framework.

Click here to view a Roth vs Traditional IRA savings scenario:
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Saving for retirement could come with potential added tax incentives depending on your situation. The Saver's Credit may...
10/11/2026

Saving for retirement could come with potential added tax incentives depending on your situation. The Saver's Credit may apply to certain contributions and income ranges.

Learn how it works and see if you may be eligible:
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Now that 2025 has ended, it may be a good time to look at your IRA contributions. The IRS provides individuals with a un...
10/10/2026

Now that 2025 has ended, it may be a good time to look at your IRA contributions. The IRS provides individuals with a unique tax planning opportunity from January 1 to April 15 (the due date for individual income tax returns). During this timeframe, individuals can contribute to IRAs for both 2025 and 2026. This means your tax bill can potentially be reduced after the year has ended!

Review the article to learn how IRA contributions for multiple tax years may fit into your planning strategy:
https://livesocial.seismic.com/aOVJgB

For those who qualify, a Roth IRA can be an integral part of not only an individual's retirement savings, but also can b...
10/09/2026

For those who qualify, a Roth IRA can be an integral part of not only an individual's retirement savings, but also can be used to fund financial goals throughout their lifetime. Read more:
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