by Ben Hockema, CFP® | Jun 8, 2026 | Market Updates
Key Observations Global equities continued to push higher in May, bolstered by strong Q1 corporate earnings and an acceleration in enthusiasm surrounding AI. Emerging markets led the way, on the back of strong gains in Korea and Taiwan. Equity markets appear...
by Ben Hockema, CFP® | Oct 15, 2025 | Investing, Market Updates
TranscriptBen Hockema:Welcome to our Investment Review and Outlook. Today we’re talking about the third-quarter update—how markets have performed so far this year, what headlines are shaping the investment landscape, and reasons to be both cautious and optimistic as...
by Ben Hockema, CFP® | Jul 28, 2025 | Investing, Market Updates
In this mid-year 2025 market update, Ben Hockema, CFP® breaks down what’s driving markets so far this year—and what may be ahead. He discusses why U.S. stock valuations leave little room for error, how bonds are finally looking attractive again, and why...
