Category: Market Commentary

What Corporate Earnings Reveal About Tariffs

The current earnings season could provide insights into the effect of tariffs on consumers and businesses. For investors, understanding these trends while staying focused on long-term planning are still the best ways to achieve financial goals. Click here to read the full article.

Quarterly Market Update for Q2 2025: Tariffs, Geopolitics, and All-Time Highs

The second quarter demonstrated both market volatility and resilience as investors navigated policy changes and global tensions. For investors, maintaining perspective and focusing on asset allocation strategies remain the most effective way to achieve long-term goals. Click here to read the full article.

What Debt, Deficits, and the Moody’s Downgrade Mean for Investors

A downgraded U.S. credit rating highlights concerns over the country’s long-term fiscal trajectory. The current budget battle could further add to these issues. Nevertheless, history suggests that the best way for investors to navigate these challenges is by staying invested and maintaining a long-term financial plan. Click here to read the full article.

Special Update: What U.S.-China Trade Progress Means for Investors

The latest U.S.-China trade announcement has lowered market uncertainty and recession concerns. For long-term investors, this reinforces the value of maintaining perspective during periods of market turbulence rather than reacting to short-term volatility. Click here to read the full article.

Avalan Market Update: Message from Rich Schuette, Partner and Peter Madlem, Chief Investment Officer

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Special Update: Reciprocal Tariffs and the Market Reaction

As investors, it is important to focus on what we can control. In light of recent market moves and policy changes, the best approach is still to stay focused on the long run and stick to a personalized financial plan. Click here to read the full article.

Monthly Update for February 2025: Inflation and Growth Concerns

Monthly Market Update – February 2025 Investors should stay disciplined as markets adjust to tariffs, inflation, AI trends, and more. Stock market volatility is a normal part of investing. Those who can stay balanced and focused have historically been in a better position to achieve financial success. Click here to read the full article.

Special Update: What the DeepSeek Moment Means for Investors

Despite recent news and stock market swings, transformative technologies like AI create value over decades, underscoring the importance of maintaining a long-term investment approach and financial plan. Click here to read the full article.

2024 Year in Review: Lessons for the Coming Year

2024 is a reminder that staying invested in a well-constructed portfolio is the best way to achieve long-term financial goals. These lessons will apply equally well in 2025 regardless of the challenges the new year may bring. Click here to read the full article.

Trump vs. Harris: How the Upcoming Election Impacts Financial Plans

The election matters for many reasons, but its long-term impact on the stock market and economy is often overestimated. The economy has grown under Democrats and Republicans alike, and it’s important for investors to maintain perspective this election season. Click here to read the full article.