Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Brent Gosnell

After months of expected interest rate cuts, the Federal Reserve is shifting its focus back to managing inflation. This "higher-for-longer" interest rate environment may present compelling opportunities in short-term fixed income, while equities can continue to be supported by strong and broadening earnings growth. Brian Therien, Investment Strategist, explains what this could mean for investors in our Weekly Market Wrap.

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Emotions and investing usually don’t mix well. Fear, excitement and panic often push investors to buy high, sell low or abandon their strategy altogether.

Before reacting to the latest headline, pause and reconnect with your long term goals. Your retirement, your family’s future and your legacy may depend on it.

Avoid Emotional Investing by Taking a Timeout Too often, our emotions can be a barrier to our investment success. In these situations, it’s important to take a timeout and remember why you’re investing.

The majority of Americans are either conflicted or stressed about their finances, but it doesn’t have to be that way. When your finances reflect what matters most to you, everything feels a little more in sync.

That’s why confidence is just as important as the numbers. If you’ve been wanting more clarity, let’s talk.

Source: Gallup & Edward Jones, "Money and Meaning: Understanding Financial Fulfillment," 2026.

A financial strategy isn’t just about investment returns. It can also reflect what matters most to you. Faith-based investing is one way some investors choose to align personal values with their long-term financial goals. If this is something you’d be interested in, give me a call. I’d be happy to help.

As the market navigates a tech rotation and highly anticipated public offerings, investors are seeing a shift toward broader market participation. Angelo Kourkafas, Senior Global Investment Strategist, explains how this could impact investors in our Weekly Market Wrap.

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After beginning the year with markets pricing in multiple rate cuts, a sharply accelerating labor market and energy-driven inflation have meaningfully shifted the outlook toward potential policy tightening — creating a more complex backdrop for equities and fixed income alike. Senior Economist James McCann explains what this could mean for investors in our Weekly Market Wrap.

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I love the slower pace of summer mornings! I get to spend a little extra time hanging out with the kiddos. This week is extra special because I get to take Shiloh to work with me and then walk her to VBS First Baptist Church Decatur, Alabama ⛪️

She’s having a blast! 💥

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Life is full of surprises, but when you’ve got the right guidance and assistance, you can be ready for just about anything. Here are some tips to help you protect your financial future from unexpected events.

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