Reflecting on 2025: Finding Calm in the Market’s "New Highs"

Reflecting on 2025: Finding Calm in the Market’s "New Highs"

Reflecting on 2025: Finding Calm in the Market’s "New Highs"Ric Komarek, CFP®
Published on: 02/01/2026

2025 was a record-breaking year for markets despite the headlines. I break down the key lessons for retirees and how to stay disciplined in 2026.

EconomyFinancial PlanningMarketInvesting
Navigating 2026: 7 Key Themes for Your Retirement Journey

Navigating 2026: 7 Key Themes for Your Retirement Journey

Navigating 2026: 7 Key Themes for Your Retirement JourneyRic Komarek, CFP®
Published on: 09/12/2025

Stock markets are up, but so is anxiety. As we head into 2026, are you worried about "giving back" your gains? From AI and elections to the national debt, here are 7 key themes every retiree needs to watch—and why your plan is built to weather them all.

RetirementEconomyMarketInvesting
Reading the Signals: What the Fed's Next Move Means for Your Retirement

Reading the Signals: What the Fed's Next Move Means for Your Retirement

Reading the Signals: What the Fed's Next Move Means for Your RetirementRic Komarek, CFP®
Published on: 25/08/2025

The Fed is signaling a rate cut. Find out what that means, why the bond market is showing confidence, and how it impacts your retirement portfolio.

Economy
Departures From Free-Markets Aren't New

Departures From Free-Markets Aren't New

Departures From Free-Markets Aren't NewBrian S. Wesbury
Published on: 18/08/2025

Recently, due to deals President Trump is making, some are saying the United States has embarked on a version of Chinese-style “state capitalism” – directly entangling markets and government.

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