Best Quarter for Stocks Since Q4 2013 | Weekly Market Commentary | October 1, 2018

We’ve just wrapped up the best quarter for the S&P 500 Index since the fourth quarter of 2013, despite a…..

The Dot Disconnect | Weekly Economic Commentary | October 1, 2018

While the Fed raised its policy rate last week, the more important meeting outcome was the Fed’s guidance on future…..

The Dow Joins the Party | Weekly Market Commentary | September 24, 2018

When the Dow hits a fresh record high after a long drought, as it did last week, it tends to…..

Fed Meeting Preview | Weekly Economic Commentary | September 24, 2018

The Federal Reserve’s monetary policy meeting will be a focal point for markets this week...

Portfolio Compass | September 19, 2018

Positions maintained (no changes); updates on LPL Research's views on equity, equity sectors, fixed income, and alternative asset classes...

Beige Book: Window on Main Street | Weekly Economic Commentary | September 18, 2018

Beige book suggests continued moderate economic growth...

Midterm Mayhem? | Weekly Market Commentary | September 18, 2018

Policy uncertainty surrounding the upcoming midterm elections may lead to an increase in near-term market volatility...

Market Insight Monthly | August 2018

Overall, economic reports released in August—mostly reflecting economic activity in July—indicated solid U.S. economic growth without significant inflationary pressures, even…..

Manufacturing Health at 14-Year High | Weekly Economic Commentary | September 10, 2018

Strong manufacturing growth is a bellwether for overall economic health...

Is EM Washed Out? | Weekly Market Commentary | September 10, 2018

Sentiment on emerging markets (EM) is reaching levels consistent with a contrarian buy signal...