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Yields have surged to multi-decade highs, raising questions about inflation, interest rates, and what's next for investors. Join CIO Gene Goldman on this week's episode of as he unpacks what's driving the move in bond yields, why higher rates aren't all bad news, and the key catalysts that could bring relief in the weeks ahead.

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This Quarterly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from Q3 2026. Read more here:

2026 Third Quarter Recap Markets carried their momentum into the third quarter, with the S&P 500 finishing near record highs. However, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ended 5.1% below…

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Awareness matters. Support matters. Presence matters.

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🏠 Higher mortgage rates are pushing some homebuyers to look for lower-cost alternatives.

The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage rose to 6.79%, while the average rate for a 5/1 adjustable-rate mortgage fell to 5.94%.

That gap is drawing more attention to ARMs, which made up 8% of mortgage applications last week, their highest share in five weeks.

🔑 The tradeoff is that an ARM’s rate can change later, which means the lower initial rate may come with more uncertainty down the road.

For buyers comparing mortgage options, it’s worth looking beyond the starting rate and understanding how the loan could change over time.


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Demand for riskier mortgages rises along with interest rates Mortgage rates continue to rise, pushing some buyers to riskier, adjustable-rate loans in order to find savings. Rates are at the highest level since June 2025.

In Cetera's latest commentary, they explore how higher rates, geopolitical uncertainty, and shifting market expectations are shaping today’s investment landscape. Discover what’s driving the recent volatility and how investors can navigate an increasingly temperamental market environment.

The Temperamental Era Hits Stocks, Too In our latest commentary, we explore how higher rates, geopolitical uncertainty, and shifting market expectations are shaping today’s investment landscape.…

The price you see on the shelf may not be the exact amount you pay at checkout.

With penny production ended, some merchants have started rounding cash purchases up or down to the nearest nickel. Depending on the total, that could mean a few cents more or a few cents less.

Paying by credit card may come with another wrinkle. Some retailers and service providers are adding surcharges to help offset card processing costs, which may increase the final price.

That means the same purchase could cost slightly different amounts depending on whether you use cash, debit, or credit.

Before you pay, take a second to compare the total for cash, debit, and credit so you know which option makes the most sense for that purchase.


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The post-penny economy: How cash rounding and credit card surcharges are changing what you pay More merchants are rounding change for cash purchases to the nearest nickel due to the end of penny production, or adding surcharges to credit card transactions.

A busy week of economic data could have major implications for markets.
In this week's episode of , Brian Klimke breaks down the key reports investors will be watching, including Friday's nonfarm payrolls report, wage growth, PCE inflation data, and ISM Manufacturing.
With markets focused on both Federal Reserve policy and rising long-term Treasury yields, stronger economic data could reignite concerns about inflation and higher rates.

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We know the interest rate hike doesn't feel good for some of us. Sometimes, understanding the why can make the short term a little more bearable.

"The Fed really has two main jobs. The first is to ensure that prices remain stable, which generally means inflation that is neither too hot, nor too cold.
The second job is to strive for an economy with maximum employment — meaning ensuring the labor market is growing at a healthy pace and people who want jobs can find them."

Checkout this article for a nice overview of how they try to accomplish this:

Ever wonder how the Fed's interest rate actually works? We've got answers The Federal Reserve just raised interest rates this week for the first time this year. So how does it actually work? And what does it mean for the economy — and the rest of us? Here are some answers.

The Fed's latest rate decision has captured attention, but earnings season may provide additional insight into the health of corporate America.
In this week's , CIO Gene Goldman discusses earnings expectations, the sectors driving recent growth, and key areas to watch as companies begin reporting quarterly results.

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