Meghan Bright, PhD - Evershore Financial Group

10/10/2025

As market volatility creeps in like a Halloween chill, the Cetera Investment Management team brews up five essential ingredients for building a resilient portfolio in our latest commentary. From understanding risk tolerance to incorporating alternative investments, this seasonal piece blends timely themes with practical diversification insights to help investors stay grounded—no broomstick required. Read now:

As market volatility creeps in like a Halloween chill, our team brews up five essential ingredients for building a resilient portfolio. From understanding your risk tolerance to adding alternative investments, this seasonal commentary blends spooky themes with smart diversification strategies to hel...

10/06/2025

With the government shutdown stalling key economic data, investors are turning to the Fed for clues. Join CIO Gene Goldman on this week’s episode of as he breaks down why the FOMC meeting minutes could be the most important release of the week — and what they reveal about the Fed’s growing divide on interest rates.

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10/02/2025

This Quarterly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from Q3 2025. Read more here:

U.S. stocks posted solid gains for the month and quarter with the S&P 500 delivering its best September performance in 15 years and capped its fifth straight winning month. Gains were driven by continued appetites for tech stocks while bond prices rose, and yields declined in anticipation of the Fed...

10/01/2025

The federal government has entered its first shutdown in nearly seven years. Check out the latest commentary from Cetera Investment Management that breaks down what it means for the economy, markets, and investors-and why staying focused on the bigger picture matters. Read now:

The federal government has entered its first shutdown in nearly seven years. In our latest commentary, we break down what it means for the economy, markets, and investors. While shutdowns can cause near-term disruption, history shows their long-term impact is muted. That’s why staying focused on t...

09/29/2025

Why is this week’s Employment Report a big deal? As the quarter wraps up, key economic data, including Friday’s jobs report, could shape the Fed’s next move and market direction. Join CIO Gene Goldman on this week’s episode of to learn what to expect and why it matters.

“Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

09/23/2025

Check out the latest market outlook from Cetera Investment Management, which discusses the Fed’s next steps, tariff-driven uncertainty, and a weakening labor market — and what it all means for the final stretch of 2025. Click here to read more:

In our Q4 2025 market outlook, we explore how the Fed’s next move, rising tariff risks, and a weakening labor market are shaping investor sentiment. As uncertainty builds, we highlight where we see opportunity — and why diversification remains essential heading into year-end.

09/22/2025

With markets up 35% since April, investors are wondering: is a pause coming? Join CIO Gene Goldman on this week’s episode of as he breaks down why high valuations, tariffs, and market concentration could trigger a short-term pullback — and why it could be a classic “buy the dip” moment.

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09/18/2025

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here: https://bit.ly/financialwatch-september2025

09/15/2025

With a rate cut widely expected, all eyes are on what the Fed signals about the path ahead. Join CIO Gene Goldman on this week’s episode of as he breaks down the updated Dot Plot, Powell’s messaging on inflation and growth, and what it could mean for future policy moves.

“Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

09/09/2025

Read the latest issue of Retire Wise here: https://bit.ly/retirewise-september2025

09/08/2025

With a September rate cut all but certain, this week’s CPI report could be key in shaping what the Fed does next. Join CIO Gene Goldman on this week’s episode of as he breaks down the Fed’s dual mandate, what recent labor market weakness means for policy, and how inflation data could impact future rate cut expectations.

“Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

09/03/2025

This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from August 2025. Read more here:

U.S. stocks ended broadly higher in August, with the S&P 500 posting its fourth consecutive monthly gain and registering five new 2025 all-time highs during the month. Notably, the small-cap-focused Russell 2000 had its best month since last November, widely exceeding the S&P 500’s performance by ...