This week's Investment Friday brings clarity to one of the most confusing economic moments we've had all year. From delayed metrics to understanding what really happens inside the economy during a 45-day government shutdown, this episode breaks down the forces shaping market volatility—and what you actually need to pay attention to as an investor.
In this episode, Hannah Chapman CFP®, APMA®, CRPC® and Brad Haines, CFA, FRM and Chief Investment Officer of Juncture Wealth Strategies explore how delayed economic data, shifting interest rate expectations, and rising consumer stress all feed into today's market environment.
Learn about:
How the government shutdown affects data
Why rate-cut expectations dropped from 95% to 50%
How a 45-day shutdown impacts GDP
Why the market remains strong despite volatility
How MAG-8 concentration affects investor risk
Why AI is still in the early part of the innovation cycle
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Website: https://www.juncturewealth.com
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