Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Brandon Burr

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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05/26/2026

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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05/18/2026

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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05/11/2026

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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05/04/2026

Markets are pushing higher despite geopolitical and energy uncertainty. So what’s driving the momentum?

Senior Global Investment Strategist Angelo Kourkafas breaks down how strong corporate earnings, continued AI investment and a resilient consumer and economy are supporting markets in the latest Weekly Market Wrap.

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04/27/2026

After navigating recent geopolitical shocks, markets are showing notable resilience as investors refocus on economic fundamentals and corporate earnings. From developments in the Middle East to expectations around a potential Fed leadership change and a busy earnings season, Senior Economist James McCann outlines what investors should be on the lookout for in the latest Weekly Market Wrap.

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04/20/2026

Markets have rapidly priced out worst-case risks, with easing oil pressures, stabilizing interest rates and resilient earnings fueling one of the fastest rebounds to new highs on record.

In this week’s Weekly Market Wrap, Senior Global Investment Strategist Angelo Kourkafas examines whether the optimism is justified, and where markets may go from here.

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04/13/2026

Market volatility is unpleasant. Also fact: The more you know about it, the less unpleasant it can be. Check out these 10 volatility facts to help keep volatility in perspective and your goals within reach.

Volatility is part of the investment experience, but the longer an investor holds stocks, the greater the potential for an overall positive return.

04/13/2026

News of a ceasefire deal between the U.S., Iran and Israel triggered a sharp rebound in equity and bond markets. But while volatility has eased, there may well be bumps ahead of the April 21 ceasefire deadline, with significant hurdles to overcome before a peace deal can be reached.

Senior Economist James McCann explains in our Weekly Market Wrap.

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04/06/2026

As markets navigate recent market volatility and weigh the potential duration of oil supply disruptions, underlying U.S. economic fundamentals remain encouraging. For long-term investors, now is not the time to make emotionally charged investment decisions but rather consider a simple pulse check on your portfolio.

Mona Mahajan, Senior Investment Strategist, explains in our Weekly Market Wrap.

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