Mary Woodard - Edward Jones Financial Advisor

06/08/2026

After beginning the year with markets pricing in multiple rate cuts, a sharply accelerating labor market and energy-driven inflation have meaningfully shifted the outlook toward potential policy tightening — creating a more complex backdrop for equities and fixed income alike. Senior Economist James McCann explains what this could mean for investors in our Weekly Market Wrap.

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06/03/2026

Conflict-driven market swings grab attention, but they rarely change the long-term trajectory. Here’s a clear look at what history has shown time and again.

Staying invested despite geopolitical events can pay off in the long run.

06/01/2026

As investors look beyond Middle East tensions, U.S. economic fundamentals are coming into sharper focus, driven by an accelerating AI investment and robust corporate profit growth, reinforcing the constructive case for equities. However, elevated inflation may keep rate cuts off the table and limit near-term progress in bond markets.

Senior Economist James McCann explains what this could mean for investors in our Weekly Market Wrap.

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05/29/2026

It's 529 Month, let’s invest in knowledge! Get started with our lesson to understand the power of 529 plans and strategies to help pave the way for your loved ones' educational success.

Learn about the process, benefits, risks, and tax implications of using a 529 plan to save for college. From Edward Jones and EVERFI

05/26/2026

Bond yields have moved back toward multi-year highs, raising important questions about whether equities can sustain their recent momentum. Senior Global Investment Strategist Angelo Kourkafas provides insights into why yields are rising, why today’s inflation backdrop differs from 2022, and what higher rates may mean for portfolios in the latest Weekly Market Wrap.

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05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor the men and women who laid down their lives in service to our country.

05/21/2026

A recent Edward Jones report found nearly 1 in 4 millennials say they’re not on track to achieve financial fulfillment. But fulfillment isn’t just about saving more — it’s about having the freedom to enjoy life, spend time with loved ones and reduce money-related stress. Learn why building your financial future starts with aligning money to what matters most.

Nearly 25% of millennials say they’re not on track to achieve financial fulfillment — higher than both Generation X and baby boomers, according to Edward Jones’ Pulse of North America report.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

05/18/2026

As markets push toward new highs, many investors may be wondering whether it’s time to “sell in May.” Senior Investment Strategist Mona Mahajan explains why fundamentals and staying invested still matter more than seasonality in our Weekly Market Wrap.

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05/13/2026

Market conditions can change fast — but your strategy doesn’t have to. Set clear goals, review your progress regularly and keep your portfolio diversified to help you stay on track no matter what the market is doing.

Ready to put these habits into practice? Let's strengthen your long‑term strategy.

Market sentiment, policy backdrop, and geopolitics can change quickly.www.edwardjones.com/us-en

05/11/2026

Despite ongoing geopolitical noise, markets have increasingly refocused on underlying fundamentals. Strong corporate earnings, a resilient economy and solid labor market data have helped drive equities to new record highs.

Senior Economist James McCann outlines three key trends to watch in the latest Weekly Market Wrap.

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