Mark Hahn, CRPC

12/29/2025

Low holiday trading volume and sparse economic data put the spotlight on one thing: the Fed’s divide. This Wednesday’s FOMC meeting minutes could reveal more about the December rate cut and why not every Fed member agreed. With some pushing for deeper cuts and others resisting any move, the minutes may offer critical clues on what’s next for interest rates. On this week’s , CIO Gene Goldman explains why this release matters as markets head into 2026—and what it could mean for stocks if the Fed holds firm.

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12/22/2025

As market activity slows and economic data becomes scarce, we’re looking ahead to 2026 and the three key investment themes likely to shape the economy and financial markets. From a stronger-than-expected economy to lower market returns and a shift in market leadership, these trends could define the year ahead. On this week’s , CIO Gene Goldman breaks down what these themes mean for investors and portfolios in 2026.

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12/18/2025

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here:

Starting January 1, 2026, new rules for charitable giving will kick in under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). These changes affect both itemizers and those who take the standard deduction, so no matter how you give, it’s worth knowing what’s ahead. This month's Financial Watch newsletter ...

12/15/2025

Due to the government shutdown, October and November reports are hitting at once—revealing a labor market under pressure and consumer spending losing steam. With CPI expected to rise to 3.1%, bond investors and policymakers are on alert ahead of January’s Fed meeting. On this week’s , Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke breaks down what these reports mean for rates, markets, and your portfolio.

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12/12/2025

2026 is shaping up to be a year of resilience and reinvention. Tax cuts, demographic tailwinds, and productivity gains from AI are fueling moderate growth – even as labor market risks and elevated valuations keep investors on their toes.

The Cetera Investment Management Team’s 2026 Annual Outlook explores what these trends mean for equities, fixed income, and your portfolio strategy. Read the full commentary here: https://cetera.com/CIM-2026-market-outlook?utm_source=nfaaol

12/09/2025

Read the latest issue of Retire Wise here:

About six months before historically high gift, estate, and generation-skipping exemption levels were scheduled to expire, legislation changed course. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law on July 4, 2025, made these exemption amounts permanent. Because they continue to be indexed....

12/08/2025

All eyes are on the Fed’s last interest rate meeting this Tuesday, with an expectation that rates will be cut – but the real story will be Chair Jerome Powell’s press conference after the meeting. Listen in for more thoughts from Gene Goldman in this week’s edition of .

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12/02/2025

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

The S&P 500 carved out a small gain in November after a strong 3.74% month-ending weekly gain, its largest weekly advance in five months. The S&P turned positive for the month on the final trading day in November, gaining 0.54% on Friday’s abbreviated post-Thanksgiving “Black Friday” trading s...

12/01/2025

Plenty of key economic data is on deck this week, including Wednesday’s ADP employment report – the final snapshot of the labor market before the Fed’s next meeting. Chief Investment Officer Gene Goldman breaks down what to expect in this week’s edition of .

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11/24/2025

What’s behind recent market weakness? AI concerns, Fed uncertainty, and crypto declines have pressured a market priced for perfection—despite Friday’s bounce on hopes for a rate cut. On this week’s episode of , CIO Gene Goldman breaks down why volatility persists, key technical levels to watch, and why “buy the dip” remains a valid strategy.

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11/21/2025

Recent market weakness may feel unsettling, but it reflects a normal reset as AI concerns, shifting Fed expectations, and crypto volatility hit a market priced for perfection. A pullback toward the S&P 500’s 200-day average could approach correction territory—and history shows that’s often when opportunity knocks. Read the latest commentary from the Cetera Investment Management Team for what’s driving the pullback and why they see it as a buying opportunity:

In our latest commentary, we break down what’s behind recent market weakness and why it may signal opportunity—not risk. AI concerns, shifting Fed expectations, and crypto volatility have pressured a market priced for perfection. A pullback toward the S&P 500’s 200-day average could approach c...

11/20/2025

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here:

Did you know that nearly 7 in 10 U.S. households are now living paycheck to paycheck? Rising prices and a cooling job market are big factors, but there’s another culprit that often flies under the radar: lifestyle creep. It’s something that can impact anyone, no matter their income. Read this mo...