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09/01/2026

Markets have been supported by resilient growth and enthusiasm around artificial intelligence, but the policy backdrop may be changing. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte explains why sticky inflation, higher debt costs and uncertainty around where AI-related gains ultimately land make diversification especially important. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/what-higher-interest-rates-could-mean-for-markets-northwestern-mutual/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_weekly_field&utm_term=higher-interest-rates&agentid=0C6715

08/25/2026

The economy remains resilient, but rising interest rates and pressure on consumers could create challenges for markets. Here’s why diversification remains important in today’s environment. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/what-rising-interest-rates-could-mean-for-markets-northwestern-mutual/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_weekly_field&utm_term=rising-interest-rates&agentid=0C6715

08/19/2026

Markets are still near record highs, but the economy remains uneven. Our latest commentary looks at recent inflation, consumer, and small business data—and why diversification continues to matter for long-term investors.

Markets are broadening beyond tech. See why diversification still matters.

08/11/2026

Stocks moved higher as stronger economic data and corporate earnings helped offset concerns about a softer labor market. See what this week’s market moves could mean for your financial plan. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/strong-economic-data-and-earnings-push-stocks-higher-northwestern-mutual/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_weekly_field&utm_term=strong-economic-data&agentid=0C6715

08/04/2026

The Fed held rates steady, but markets remain focused on whether tighter financial conditions will be enough to bring inflation back to target. Read Northwestern Mutual’s latest weekly market commentary. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/fed-rate-decision-what-tighter-financial-conditions-mean-for-markets-northwestern-mutual/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_weekly_field&utm_term=fed-rate-decision&agentid=0C6715

07/28/2026

Tariffs and inflation remain in focus as the Fed weighs its next move. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management CIO Brent Schutte explains what this could mean for markets. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/tariffs-complicate-the-feds-inflation-fight-northwestern-mutual/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_weekly_field&utm_term=feds-inflation-fight&agentid=0C6715

07/21/2026

Markets may be starting to broaden beyond the AI stocks that have led much of the recent rally. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company Chief Investment Officer Brent Schutte explains why diversification remains important as leadership shifts and volatility risks linger. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/market-broadening-gains-momentum-as-ai-uncertainty-grows-northwestern-mutual/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_weekly_field&utm_term=market-broadening-gains&agentid=0C6715

07/16/2026

Market gains are no longer coming from just a few stocks. Our latest Quarterly Market Commentary explores why diversification may be playing a bigger role in investor success in 2026. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/markets-broaden-as-ai-costs-rise-and-inflation-lingers/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_quarterly_field&utm_term=markets-broaden&agentid=0C6715

07/15/2026

We are truly honored to share that Thompson Financial has been recognized as a part of the Forbes | Shook Best-in-State Financial Security Professionals list for the third consecutive year. Thank you to all our amazing clients for entrusting our team with their planning needs. It's an honor to serve as your trusted advisors!

Please join us in congratulating sixteen of our dedicated advisors for being named to the Forbes | SHOOK Top/Best-in-State Financial Security Professionals list! Their commitment to serving clients with skill, compassion, and integrity continues to drive real results. We’re proud to see their efforts honored on a national level. 🏆

Ranking Published July 2026. Data as of December 30 of the previous year. No compensation provided for ranking. Licensing fees apply to use Forbes logo.

07/14/2026

The labor market appears to have regained its footing, shifting the focus back to inflation. This week's commentary examines why persistent price pressures—not slowing employment—may be the bigger risk for markets in the second half of 2026. https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/labor-market-strength-shifts-focus-back-to-inflation/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=marketcommentary&utm_content=mc_weekly_field&utm_term=labor-market-strength&agentid=0C6715