It’s a common misconception that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is only relevant for families with financial need. In reality, completing the FAFSA can benefit all families — including those with significant income or assets. Here are a few...
U.S. equities extended their winning streak last week, with the S&P 500 rising for the eighth consecutive week, its longest run since 2023, gaining 0.91%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced to an all-time high of 50,579. Small-cap and value stocks...
U.S. equities slowed their pace last week, as earnings strength and ongoing AI enthusiasm did its best to offset rising Treasury yields and inflation worries. The S&P 500 eked out a 0.17% gain, while the Dow dipped 0.11%. However, as earnings season winds down,...
U.S. equity markets rose for the sixth consecutive week as stronger-than-expected corporate earnings and hopes of a peace deal kept investors in a jovial mood. The S&P 500 ended the week up 2.4% while the Nasdaq finished up 4.5% for the week. As we enter the final...
By John Deglow After twenty-five years in financial planning, one pattern stands out to me which often surprises others. That is, the clients who worry most about having enough money for retirement are often the ones who have the most. Some of the most anxious people...
By Mike Samford More than 150,000 people leaned toward the track as Golden Tempo came charging through the final stretch. Hats tilted, phones raised, strangers formed a phalanx of cheers. In the grandstand, in the boxes, and along the rail every eye seemed fixed on...
Market Data as of Week Ending: 5/1/2026 unless noted otherwise U.S. equity markets rose modestly for the second week in a row on the back of strong corporate earnings. The S&P 500 and NASDAQ each rose around 1% for the week, with both benchmarks reaching new...
Market Data as of Week Ending: 4/24/2026 unless noted otherwise U.S. equity markets posted a modest week of gains, with major indexes continuing their upward trend as the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite finished the week at record levels. Earnings remain at the...
Market Data as of Week Ending: 4/17/2026 unless noted otherwise U.S. equity markets posted a robust week, with major indexes rallying as the S&P 500 climbed 4.55% and small-cap stocks outperformed, evidenced by the Russell 2000 gaining 5.57%. Earnings have moved...
Market Data as of Week Ending: 4/10/2026 unless noted otherwise U.S. equity markets posted another strong week, as major indexes shook off recent volatility following a breakthrough U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement. The S&P 500 climbed 3.58%, while small-cap stocks...