Karen Patel-Financial Advisor

06/05/2026

No team wins with just one superstar, and no portfolio should bet on just one market. With the World Cup as a backdrop, the Cetera Investment Team explains why portfolios with global exposure are better equipped to adapt, adjust, and stay competitive no matter how the game changes.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup features a record 48 teams from six continents, with matches held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Billions of viewers…

06/02/2026

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

U.S. stocks extended gains in May, with the S&P 500 ending the month with seven straight daily gains and its ninth consecutive weekly gain, its longest winning…

06/01/2026

Markets are riding a nine-week rally, but a data-heavy week will test that momentum. With PMIs, job openings, and the May jobs report in focus, we are watching labor strength and inflation signals closely. The question: can the rally continue, or does volatility return? See what Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke thinks in .

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05/26/2026

A quiet week for data, but Thursday’s PCE report still matters. Inflation is expected to remain above the Fed’s target. But the bigger driver? Geopolitics—especially in the Middle East. See why Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke says markets may take cues from headlines, not data, in .

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05/21/2026

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here:

When basic money management principles such as saving, spending, earning, and giving are taught at an early age children are more likely to grow into teens and…

05/18/2026

A quieter market week is setting the stage for something bigger. Fed signals, fresh leadership, and inflation trends all coming into focus. Stay tuned—this is where clarity begins. CIO Gene Goldman explains in .

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05/14/2026

Markets are high, risks are real—but so are opportunities. With solid growth and cash on the sidelines, pullbacks don’t have to be scary. Staying flexible and opportunistic still matters.

Markets are at record highs—but it’s not all smooth sailing. Inflation and global headlines may stir up some bumps, and rate cuts may be harder to come by.…

05/12/2026

You’ve spent a lifetime building your values, goals, and legacy.
But how do you help ensure those lessons, intentions, and wishes positively impact the next generation?

Legacy Planning is about more than finances — it’s about conversations, clarity, and creating meaningful influence TODAY for your heirs and future beneficiaries.

How do you start those conversations?
What steps should you take now to help protect the people and values that matter most?

Join us for our May Retirement Readiness: Legacy Planning webinar on Wednesday, May 13th.
Register today or use the QR code below to reserve your spot.

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05/11/2026

CPI hits Tuesday. PPI follows Wednesday. With elevated energy costs and sticky services prices, the data could surprise—and influence how long the Fed stays on hold. CIO Gene Goldman breaks down what to watch and why it matters for markets in .

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05/04/2026

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

U.S. stocks strongly rallied in April, with investors shaking off geopolitical headwinds, rising inflation concerns, and intense oil volatility, thanks to…