07/24/2026
In this episode of the “Building Your Wealth Bridge” podcast, Financial Advisors William E. Will, CFA, and Zachary B. Morgan, CFA, CFP®, review market performance during the second quarter of 2026 and discuss what investors may expect during the remainder of the year. The conversation explores the market’s recovery from first-quarter volatility, shifting leadership across asset classes, and the importance of maintaining a long-term, diversified investment strategy.
The team engages in a detailed discussion on the following topics:
• Q2 2026 Market Recap: A review of second-quarter and year-to-date performance across U.S. stocks, international markets, emerging markets, small-cap companies, and bonds.
• Expanding Market Leadership: Insights into the continued strength of small-cap and international investments, along with signs that market performance is broadening beyond the largest technology companies.
• Interest Rates & the Role of Bonds: A discussion of the current Treasury yield curve, how changing interest rates affect bond prices, and why higher starting yields may support future bond returns and portfolio stability.
• Preparing for Second-Half Uncertainty: Perspective on geopolitical risks, inflation, artificial intelligence investment, and the historical volatility associated with midterm election years. Along with why remaining invested and diversified continues to be important.
As always, please send our team any questions or topics you’d like us to cover in the future.
We hope this finds you well.
In this episode of the “Building Your Wealth Bridge” podcast, Finan...