Has Stock Market Exuberance Become Irrational? Printer Friendly Version A strong quarter across major indexes. The second quarter is winding down and what a quarter it has been with the S&P 500 up 12.6% quarter to date, while the Nasdaq-100 and Russell 2000 are...
LPL Research Last Updated: June 26, 2026 LPL Research provides its Weekly Market Performance for the week of June 22, 2026. The last full week of the first half was marked by a push-and-pull between AI-driven optimism and concerns of stretched positioning, leaving...
UMAs for Flexibility and Customization John Lohse | Portfolio Strategist, Model Portfolio Management Last Updated: June 25, 2026 As client portfolios have grown in complexity —incorporating a mix of active and passive strategies, multiple managers, and a heightened...
The Tension Between Market Optimism and Policy Reality LPL Research Last Updated: June 24, 2026. Today’s blog is written by Chris Fasciano, chief market strategist at Commonwealth. He represents Commonwealth in various media appearances, advisor speaking events,...
Summer Seasonal Technicals in Municipal Bonds: A Reliable Tailwind? Lawrence Gillum | Chief Fixed Income Strategist Last Updated: June 23, 2026 Municipal bonds often see a seasonal lift during the summer months. This pattern, known as summer technicals, stems from a...
