Presented By: Kemple Financial December was a mixed month for markets due to a late month sell-off. Despite the volatility to end the period, 2025 was still a strong year for investors, as most major stock indices notched double-digit returns for the year. Looking ahead, continued economic growth and market appreciation are expected in 2026.   1. Beyond the Headlines: Mixed December Caps Off Strong Year 2. Falling Interest Rates: Stocks and Bonds Benefit 3. Economic Report Up

Presented By Kemple Financial November was a mixed month for markets, as concerns about AI caused an early month sell-off. Solid fundamentals and growing expectations for an interest rate cut in December helped support markets later in the month and led to a Thanksgiving week rally that offset some of the earlier losses. Looking ahead, risks remain, but further market appreciation remains the most likely path forward.   1. Beyond the Headlines: Stocks Mixed in November 2. Fal

Presented By: Kemple Financial Markets continued their rally in October, driven by improving fundamentals and supportive monetary policy. Falling short-term interest rates and stronger-than-expected earnings growth supported the rally amid delayed economic updates. Looking forward, risks remain but economic growth and market appreciation remain the most likely path.   1. Beyond the Headlines : Stock Rally Hits Six-Month Mark 2. Federal Reserve and Rates : Fed Continues Rate C

Presented By: Kemple Financial Markets continued their upward climb in September, with U.S. stocks reaching new record highs despite the...

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Presented By: Kemple Financial August was another strong month for markets, with major U.S. stock indices reaching new highs despite some...

Presented By: Kemple Financial July brought continued gains for U.S. stocks, driven by strong corporate earnings and easing trade...

Presented By: Kemple Financial The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) was signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025. As its...

Presented By: Kemple Financial Markets wrapped up June on a strong note, extending the rally that began in late spring. Investor...

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Presented By: Kemple Financial Markets found their footing in May, delivering strong gains across major indices amid a calmer policy...

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Presented By: Kemple Financial Quick Hits 1.      Challenging Start to the Year for Stocks A negative March for stocks capped off a weak...

Presented By: Kemple Financial Recently, the stock market—represented by the S&P 500—rose for three consecutive days as investors hoped...

Presented By: Kemple Financial The start of 2025 was bumpy for investors. After a strong finish to 2024, markets started the year on a...

Presented By: Kemple Financial As of the end of trading on Thursday, March 13, the S&P 500 dropped by 10 percent from its all-time high,...

Presented By: Kemple Financial Every year has its own set of risks, and 2025 is no exception. But before reacting to recent market...

Presented By: Kemple Financial Quick Hits 1.      Challenging Month for Markets February was a challenging month for U.S. stocks. 2.     ...

Presented By: Kemple Financial Quick Hits 1.      Markets Rally in January Markets rebounded in January after mixed results in December....