Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Justin Harper

10/16/2026

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...

10/15/2026

Many of the conversations I'm having with clients right now start in the same way – with the news. Clients see market-driven headlines and ask: "How does this affect me and my life?"

In a recent Bloomberg interview, our Managing Partner Penny Pennington discusses how financial planning can help investors look beyond today's market noise and stay focused on their goals.

Watch the full conversation: https://bit.ly/47o9opn

If the headlines have you wondering how all of this affects your financial strategy, let's talk.

10/13/2026

Higher interest rates have created new challenges for investors, but they may also be creating new opportunities. As bond yields reach levels not seen in decades, it may be time to take a fresh look at the role bonds can play in generating income, managing risk and supporting long-term goals.

Learn more in our October Monthly Portfolio Brief: https://bit.ly/3W8zdY1

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/4jTfl4Z

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/47xfF1Y

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/4hiHL6Z

09/25/2026

As the third quarter comes to an end, three numbers are moving markets — $100 oil, a 5% yield on the 10-year Treasury, and 35% earnings growth. Two are headwinds, and one is the reason the market hasn’t buckled. Senior Global Investment Strategist Angelo Kourkafas breaks down each number and what it means for your portfolio.

09/23/2026

What might investors make of the Federal Reserve's first rate hike since 2023?

Our Principal, Head of Investment Strategy Mona Mahajan breaks down the key takeaways from the September meeting, including the path for future rates, the inflation outlook and what continued economic resilience could mean for markets.

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/4AlBgrj

09/17/2026

Market headlines got you worried? Staying focused on what you can control can help you feel more at ease. And one of the ways to do that is by diversifying your investment portfolio.

Diversification can't guarantee profits or prevent losses, but it can help manage risk and smooth out some of the ups and downs that can come with investing. However, diversification isn't one-size-fits-all. The right approach depends on your goals, timeline and comfort with risk.

If you'd like to talk about your portfolio or have questions about navigating today's market environment, I'm here to help.



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