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Thrivent’s investment leaders agree—the first half of 2025 was a little like a rollercoaster. Hear their thoughts for how shifting tariffs, policies and geopolitics may influence future volatility, inflation, interest rates and more.

Thrivent Market & Economic update Gain insights from Thrivent investment leaders on the latest economic trends and market performance.

The mixed economic data of May highlighted our economy is still slowing. Read Thrivent Asset Management's thoughts on how our outlook has changed in the June market update.

June 2025 Market Update: Confidence rebounds Markets showed signs of optimism in May following pauses in planned tariffs.

Mixed economic data in April presents a lot of uncertainty in the economic markets. Read Thrivent Asset Management's analysis on what this means for investors in the May Market Update.

May 2025 Market Update: Volatility goes up and down Economic data from April showed the economy slowing and raising the odds for a recession.

Choosing what to invest in during a market downturn depends on a few factors, such as your financial goals, time horizon and risk tolerance. This resource provides investment opportunities for your consideration, so you can make thoughtful decisions about how you want to invest.

Let’s connect if you’d like to discuss what changes you can make to your investment portfolio to help hedge against risk and position you to reach your long-term goals.

How to invest during a market downturn Recessions are an inevitable part of the economic cycle, but they also present potential investment opportunities. Discover tips and strategies for investing during a recession.

Uncertainty around economic and trade policies is weighing on confidence for both individuals and businesses. Read more from Thrivent's Chief Investment Strategist on current volatility and other market conditions.

Market uncertainty: Tariffs and economic policy drive volatility It can be difficult for markets to assess the impact of tariffs because they can be added or removed quickly, and there isn’t always insight into what’s coming next.

Curious about how Private Equity, Private Debt, Real Assets, or Hedge Funds can complement your portfolio? Let's chat. (Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.)

Take a look at Thrivent’s March 2024 Market Update to learn why we think February’s economic data supports a soft landing in the markets and an eventual easing of monetary policy.

March 2024 Market Update: AI points stocks to new highs The economy continues to remain (surprisingly) resilient, and we continue to remain optimistic on stocks and positive on bonds, although the fixed income path is likely to be bumpy.

The end of the prolonged increase in U.S. policy rates may be in sight, but the economic consequences are only beginning to show and 2024 could bring more challenges. Read the November 2023 Market Update to learn more.

November 2023 Market Update: Rising rates take their toll The long period of rising U.S. policy rates is likely near its end. But the toll that higher rates extract from economic growth has a lagged effect, and we believe the impact will become steadily more apparent as we head into 2024.

Meet Erin Lowry, author of “Broke Millennial,” joining us LIVE on Nov. 14 at 6:30 p.m. PT to break down the discomfort and frustration that can come with financial conversations amongst loved ones.

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The stress of higher interest rates is beginning to take its toll on the economy. Under these conditions, bonds have become increasingly attractive. Read Thrivent's 4th Quarter 2023 Outlook for more.

4th Quarter 2023 Market Outlook: Entering the turn The Fed intends to keep interest rates higher for longer, and that stress of higher interest rates is beginning to take its toll on the economy.