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Bond yields recently climbed to their highest levels in decades as investors weighed sticky inflation, booming AI investment and robust economic growth. In this evolving environment, higher interest rates are creating new opportunities in fixed income while shifting market leadership across equities.

Senior Economist James McCann shares his perspective on how investors can navigate today's higher-rate environment in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/4dZsmWQ

The Fed raised interest rates for the first time in three years, as widely expected. While the announcement prompted an initial market reaction, resilient economic growth, strong corporate earnings and continued consumer spending could help support equities, even if interest rates move somewhat higher. Meanwhile, higher short-term bond yields may create new opportunities for investors seeking income.

Brian Therien, Investment Strategist, shares his perspective on what a more hawkish Fed policy could mean for investors in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/4dOsl84

Rising oil prices and a hotter-than-expected CPI report have strengthened expectations for potential Fed rate hikes as we head into what is likely to be the year's most closely watched Federal Reserve meeting.

Angelo Kourkafas, Sr. Global Investment Strategist, shares his perspective on whether this is the start of a longer policy tightening path, and what it could mean for portfolios in the latest Weekly Market Wrap.



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Investors will be closely watching the September Federal Reserve interest rate decision. What factors are the voting members of the FOMC likely to weigh?

Our Principal, Head of Investment Strategy Mona Mahajan digs into three in our latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/4r6roOc

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NVIDIA's earnings reinforced the strength of the AI investment cycle, while Kevin Warsh's Jackson Hole remarks provided greater clarity on the Fed's inflation-fighting priorities. Despite seasonal headwinds, the fundamental backdrop for equities remains constructive.

Angelo Kourkafas, Sr. Global Investment Strategist, discusses the latest developments in AI, Fed policy, and markets in this week's Weekly Market Wrap.



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A business retirement plan does more than help your employees save — it signals you are invested in their future. It's also a powerful way to attract and keep the people who help your business grow.

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Higher Treasury yields weighed on equities last week, renewing concerns about whether the economy and markets can withstand elevated rates. Despite the potential for seasonal volatility, resilient economic activity and strong corporate earnings support a constructive backdrop for equities.

Investment Strategist Brock Weimer explains what’s behind the move higher in long-term yields in the latest Weekly Market Wrap.



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Financial fulfillment is about more than money. It's having confidence in your future, being prepared for the unexpected, and feeling in control of your financial life.

Research from Edward Jones and Gallup found that financially fulfilled individuals often:
• Have an emergency fund
• Follow a retirement strategy
• Save for major goals
• Have an estate plan
• Work with a financial advisor

Financial fulfillment may be closer than you think. Let's talk about the steps that can help you get there.



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

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