Markets have come a long way since March lows, and we see further gains ahead for stocks. We think small cap stocks in particular may have attractive growth potential.  Read more.

Corporate America will get closer to the return of earnings growth this earnings season. Investors will need to watch for continued impact from COVID-19, policy changes based on the election outcome, and winners that keep winning.  Read more.

Third quarter delivered unexpected S&P 500 Index gains that historically have led to a strong fourth quarter.

Technology has mitigated downside during bouts of pandemic-inspired market volatility, while also posting considerable outperformance. In September, however, it has corrected more than 12% from its prior highs.

“Progress on a COVID-19 vaccine and fiscal stimulus could help the economy and markets in the fourth quarter, but as investors struggle with election uncertainty and US-China tensions remain elevated, it’s likely to be a bumpy ride,” says  LPL Financial Chief Market Strategist Ryan Detrick.  Read Tags:

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Markets have been on a wild ride in September so far, with early strong days followed by one of the sharpest 10% corrections ever for the NASDAQ.

We pause today to reflect on the losses and heroism enshrined on that sunny September day 19 years ago.

Why have stocks done so well in such a challenging economic environment and with COVID-19 still an ongoing threat?  That isn’t the only question we’ve been getting recently, so we’ve compiled our top-10 investor questions and answers.  Read them here

This year, as we celebrate Labor Day weekend as best as we can in our new paradigm, let’s take a moment to reflect on and thank our essential workers.

In the midst of the COVID-19 global pandemic, sustainable investing continues to be a force for positive change—changing the investment industry, improving companies, and helping communities.

Learn more about the impact of COVID-19 on sustainable investing here.