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Markets are weighing three key forces right now: elevated oil prices, higher-for-longer interest rates and growing questions around the sustainability of AI-driven investment.

James McCann, Senior Economist, explores how these trends are influencing markets, what's supporting the economic outlook, and what investors should keep in focus in the latest Weekly Market Wrap.

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Weekly market wrap A summary of last week's market highlights and economic news.

The first $100,000 is often the hardest milestone to reach — and the most rewarding.

Early on, progress can feel slow, especially when you're balancing family, work and other financial priorities. But once your portfolio grows, investment returns can begin doing more of the heavy lifting.

If you're working toward your first $100,000, stay focused on the habits that matter most: investing consistently, staying diversified and remaining committed through market ups and downs. Those habits can make all the difference over time.

Your first $100,000: why it matters most Your first $100,000: why it matters most

Market leadership has shifted in October, with investors rotating from technology and AI-focused stocks toward value-oriented and more defensive sectors amid concerns about rates, debt levels and growth expectations.

Mona Mahajan, Head of Investment Strategy, shares her perspective on what's driving the recent market rotation, why the broader fundamental backdrop remains constructive, and what it could mean for investors in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/4dQKlPs

What would happen if you had to retire sooner than expected?

Many people focus on their target retirement date but spend less time preparing for the possibility of an earlier exit due to a job loss, health issue or family caregiving needs.

If you'd like to explore how your retirement strategy would hold up under an unexpected scenario, let's talk. Planning for the "what-ifs" today can help reduce stress tomorrow.

Concerned about a forced retirement? 4 tips to prepare Concerned about a forced retirement? 4 tips to prepare

This week marks the fourth anniversary of the current bull market. But what makes this bull market different from previous ones, and does it still have room to run?

Angelo Kourkafas, Senior Global Investment Strategist, shares his perspective on what's helping sustain this bull market and what investors should watch next in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/4AZ3nwZ

For the Edward Jones Annual Day of Caring, the Independence offices teamed up to support our local Food Bank with a Peanut Butter Drive. Thanks to the generosity of our clients and staff, we were able to collectively deliver nearly 400 pounds of peanut butter to the Community Access Center! Thank you to everyone who donated and helped us make a meaningful difference in our community.

Rising rates have grabbed headlines, but they're only one inning in a much longer game. Easing inflation, healthy consumer spending and growing corporate profits point to an economy that remains on solid footing.

Investment Analyst Brock Weimer shares insights from market history, exploring how stocks have performed following sharp increases in bond yields and what those trends may signal for investors in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/3VssacA

Bond yields recently climbed to their highest levels in decades as investors weighed sticky inflation, booming AI investment and robust economic growth. In this evolving environment, higher interest rates are creating new opportunities in fixed income while shifting market leadership across equities.

Senior Economist James McCann shares his perspective on how investors can navigate today's higher-rate environment in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/4xOAzEw

The Fed raised interest rates for the first time in three years, as widely expected. While the announcement prompted an initial market reaction, resilient economic growth, strong corporate earnings and continued consumer spending could help support equities, even if interest rates move somewhat higher. Meanwhile, higher short-term bond yields may create new opportunities for investors seeking income.

Brian Therien, Investment Strategist, shares his perspective on what a more hawkish Fed policy could mean for investors in the latest Weekly Market Wrap: https://bit.ly/4xx3Nrf

Rising oil prices and a hotter-than-expected CPI report have strengthened expectations for potential Fed rate hikes as we head into what is likely to be the year's most closely watched Federal Reserve meeting.

Angelo Kourkafas, Sr. Global Investment Strategist, shares his perspective on whether this is the start of a longer policy tightening path, and what it could mean for portfolios in the latest Weekly Market Wrap.



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