Stocks Shake Off Tariff Shock; Bonds Drift as Fiscal Questions Linger
Stocks rallied to close out a solid week after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s broad tariff program, with investors viewing the decision as more of a fiscal complication than an economic shock.
Feb 20, 2026·2 min
Iran Tensions Lift Oil, Pressure Equities
Stocks pulled back Thursday as rising U.S.-Iran tensions pushed oil to a six-month high and tempered risk appetite
Feb 19, 2026·4 min
Tech Rebounds as Solid Data Offsets Hawkish Fed Minutes
Stocks advanced as investors balanced resilient economic data and a rebound in technology shares against a more cautious tone in the latest Federal Reserve minutes.
Feb 18, 2026·2 min
AI Anxiety Drives Another Volatile Session
Stocks recovered from early losses to finish marginally higher, but the tone remains fragile following last week’s tech-led pullback.
Feb 17, 2026·2 min
What Diversification in a 401(k) Really Looks Like (Beyond Just Owning Lots of Funds)
If we were chatting over coffee about your 401(k), I'd say: true diversification isn’t just about having a bunch of different funds.
Feb 16, 2026·5 min
Markets Tumble as AI Anxiety Sparks Broad Deleveraging
Markets sold off sharply Thursday as mounting fears over AI-driven disruption triggered a shift in sentiment, leading to a broad-based risk-off move.
Feb 12, 2026·3 min
Strong Jobs Data Pushes Back Fed-Cut Timeline
Markets digested a stronger-than-expected January jobs report that eased recession concerns but reduced the urgency for Fed rate cuts.
Feb 11, 2026·2 min
Tech Pushes S&P 500 Toward Record as Markets Brace for Key Economic Data
US equities extended last week’s sharp rebound, with technology stocks powering the S&P 500 back toward record territory.
Feb 9, 2026·3 min
Markets Rebound Sharply as Dow Clears 50,000 on Aggressive Dip-Buying
Markets staged a powerful rebound Friday, snapping a risk-off stretch as investors aggressively bought the dip in equities and crypto.
Feb 6, 2026·2 min
Wall Street Slide Deepens as AI, Software and Crypto Unwind Gains
Wall Street’s selloff deepened as pressure on technology, AI-linked software, and crypto accelerated, with weak US labor data adding to concerns about stretched valuations and economic momentum.
Feb 5, 2026·2 min
Rotation Pressure Deepens as Tech Slide Continues
Markets were mixed Wednesday as tech stocks saw another steep selloff, led by software and semiconductor names.
Feb 4, 2026·3 min
Markets Reverse as Tech Retreats, Small Caps Shine Amid Rotation
Markets stumbled Tuesday as investors rotated out of mega-cap tech into value and cyclical names, dragging the S&P 500 and Nasdaq lower.
Feb 3, 2026·2 min
Stocks Rebound as Manufacturing Surges; Rate Cut Bets Pushed Back, Gold Slumps
Stocks rebounded with support from unexpectedly strong manufacturing data, halting a recent losing streak.
Feb 2, 2026·2 min
Dollar Soars, Gold Crashes as Trump Nominates Warsh for Fed Chair
Markets ended the week on a volatile note as President Trump’s nomination of Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed Chair jolted rate expectations and triggered the biggest dollar rally since May.
Jan 30, 2026·2 min
A Simple Monthly Money Meeting Agenda for Couples
Regular “money meetings” offer couples a relaxed, structured way to connect about their finances—before any issues have a chance to grow.
Jan 30, 2026·4 min
Aligning Money Goals When You and Your Partner See Risk Differently
Shared financial goals thrive when both partners genuinely feel understood—especially around risk and priorities.
Jan 29, 2026·4 min
Markets Rebound from Intraday Lows as Broader Rotation Gains Momentum
Dip buyers reemerged Thursday after early-session weakness, helping markets claw back losses triggered by renewed skepticism around AI-driven tech spending.
Jan 29, 2026·3 min
Five Signs Your 2026 Financial Plan Is Truly Realistic
A realistic 2026 plan is one that fits your real life—not just on paper, but in the day-to-day ups and downs.
Jan 28, 2026·5 min
Markets Hold Steady as Fed Signals Patience on Rates
Markets ended the day mostly flat after the Fed held interest rates steady and Jerome Powell signaled no urgency to resume cuts.
Jan 28, 2026·3 min
Why a Written Financial Plan Can Help You Sleep Better
Putting your financial life into a written plan can bring real peace of mind.
Jan 28, 2026·5 min
A Pre-Trade Checklist to Keep Emotion Out of Your Next Move
Before your next trade, take a deep breath and give yourself space to think.
Jan 28, 2026·5 min
Don’t Let Recency Bias Derail Your 2026 Investment Plan
It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that last year's winners will keep winning, especially when the headlines are loud and exciting.
Jan 28, 2026·4 min
A 48-Hour Cooling-Off Rule for Smarter Big-Money Decisions
A 48-hour "cooling-off" rule is a simple way to give yourself breathing room before making big money decisions.
Jan 28, 2026·5 min
Markets Push Higher Ahead of Fed Decision; S&P 500 Hits New Record
Markets kicked off the week with strong momentum as the S&P 500 touched new record highs, fueled by solid corporate earnings and continued optimism around a soft landing.
Jan 27, 2026·3 min
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