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2026 Outlook: The Policy Engine
In 2026, we observed a market environment where fiscal and monetary policy decisions, rather than traditional business fundamentals, were the primary drivers of market direction. This shift means that policy influence and market momentum have become significantly more impactful in shaping market trends, often overshadowing underlying economic performance…
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Weekly Market Commentary | Is the Stock Market’s Rally a Sign of Excess? | June 29, 2026
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 both up over 20%. Despite some twists and turns, the path of…
Weekly Market Performance | June 26, 2026
LPL’s Weekly Market Performance for the week of June 22, 2026, highlights choppy equity market trading, bond market gains, and falling oil prices.
A Modern Framework for Portfolio Construction
LPL Research explores the benefits of Unified Managed Accounts (UMAs) and how building block model portfolios can help drive client success.
Oil Falls, Fed Stays Put: What is Next for Markets
LPL Research discusses falling oil supports optimism, but persistent inflation keeps the Fed cautious — leaving markets caught between improving trends and policy risk.
Summer Muni Technicals: A Reliable Tailwind?
Municipal bonds often benefit from summer supply-demand shifts, as reinvestment flows and lighter issuance create a seasonal tailwind for prices and returns.
Weekly Market Commentary | Kevin Warsh Could Shake Up the Fed | June 22, 2026
LPL Research examines Warsh’s evolving Fed approach, infrastructure-led growth, and the impact of China demand on oil prices.
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