Navigate the complex interplay of strategic and tactical investing: we explore how these distinct approaches diverge in today's markets, examining the factors
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Fourth quarter earnings season is nearly complete, and it has been a good one. S&P 500 companies grew profits more than 18% year over year, according to FactSet
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As the Federal Reserve's (Fed) shift from a zero interest-rate policy (ZIRP) coincides with a substantial $7.5 trillion refinancing cycle, markets are also
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Stocks continued to climb the wall of worry last week and shrugged off tariff headlines, inflation volatility, and signs of a slowdown in retail spending
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Our better-than-expected, or bull case, would feature an extension of strong artificial intelligence (AI) driven earnings growth and investment boosting
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LPL explores the factors that define U.S. exceptionalism, including its de facto global reserve currency, and the responsibilities that come with such privilege
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LPL Research discusses the possibility of inflationary pressures reigniting under the new Trump presidency.
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Earnings season is underway and, thanks to the banks, it’s off to a good start. Currently, consensus estimates are calling for a strong 12% year-over-year
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LPL Research discusses why they believe investors should give the bull market the benefit of the doubt.
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With 2024 fully behind us, it’s a good time to celebrate our winning calls from last year while also reviewing some mistakes to learn from them and improve our
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As 2024 draws to a close, investors have fully embraced the stock market. The S&P 500 is up more than 25% year to date. The broader Russell 3000 Index is up 24%
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The Federal Reserve (Fed) is moving more cautiously in adjusting policy, and markets might have a hard time resetting expectations.
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