We believe pent-up demand, gradual improvement in supply chain challenges, solid labor force growth, and productivity gains will all contribute to another year
Historically, December has been a great month for stocks, but now we have the Omicron variant causing major volatility and uncertainty. Still, we remain
Here comes December, historically a pretty solid month for stocks, but now we have the Omicron variant wreaking havoc on markets. “What a difference a week
There are only six weeks to go in 2021 and it has been an incredible year for the stock market bulls. In fact, in many ways it could go down as one of the best
Since we began our investing careers, we’ve had the concept of diversification drilled into our heads. Some refer to it as the only free lunch in investing
The S&P 500 Index has gained more than 20% so far this year, making more than 50 record highs along the way. Certainly nobody should be upset with that return
Stocks are back at new highs and the S&P 500 Index is up more than 20% for the year with more than two months to go in 2021. This week in the LPL Market Signals
We have used most of the superlatives we know to describe corporate America’s stunning performances over the past two earnings seasons. Despite lofty
With the fourth quarter underway—historically the best quarter for stocks, by the way—2022 is fast approaching. While a lot can still happen between now and the
And just like that, the calendar turned to October and volatility picked up in a big way, with three consecutive 1% moves for the S&P 500 Index to start the
They're back! Required minimum distributions (RMDs) are back in 2021 after a hiatus in 2020 thanks to the COVID-inspired CARES Act. And new for 2021, there are
LPL Research explores a few policy-related risks that may increase market volatility in the near-term but maintains the fundamental backdrop for the economy