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John Hancock: Weekly Market Recap Week Ended October 16
Earnings kickoff Overall earnings expectations were modestly scaled back after mixed results came in from the major U.S. banks that opened earnings season. As of Friday, analysts projected that third-quarter earnings for companies in the S&P 500 rose 29.0%, down from a forecast of 29.4% a week earlier, according to FactSet. Such an outcome would […]
Franklin Templeton: Bond Market Blues – Real or Inflationary?
Rising Bond Yields: What’s Driving the Increase and What It Means for Investors October 15, 2026 U.S. Treasury yields have been climbing, raising questions about what higher interest rates could mean for the stock market and the broader economy. While rising yields often bring concerns about inflation, the latest increases appear to be driven by […]
Visual Capitalist: U.S. States With The Highest Tax Burden In 2026
Where you live can have a significant impact on your finances, and state taxes are an important part of that equation. From income and property taxes to sales taxes, the amount residents pay varies considerably across the country. A recent analysis published by Visual Capitalist highlights the differences in state and local tax burdens across […]
John Hancock: Weekly Market Recap Week Ended October 9
Elevated earnings Wall Street analysts maintained high expectations as major U.S. banks prepared to open quarterly earnings season. As of Friday, analysts surveyed by FactSet were forecasting an average third-quarter earnings growth rate of 29.6% for companies in the S&P 500. Such an outcome would mark the third consecutive quarter of earnings growth exceeding 25%. […]
John Hancock: When Value Starts Looking More Like Growth
Growth vs. Value: Why Traditional Investment Categories Are Changing The 2026 Russell index updates reveal an important shift in how stocks are classified, raising new questions about portfolio diversification and investment strategy. For decades, investors have relied on growth and value investing as two distinct approaches to building diversified portfolios. Growth stocks have traditionally represented […]
Visual Capitalist: The Global Stock Market Boom, By Country (2011-2025)
How the Global Stock Market Changed from 2011 to 2025 Global equity markets grew dramatically between 2011 and 2025, adding more than $100 trillion in market value over the 15-year period. According to data from the World Federation of Exchanges published in SIFMA’s Capital Markets Fact Book, total global equity market capitalization increased from approximately […]
John Hancock: Weekly Market Recap Week Ended October 2
Yield curve steepens The week produced another bumpy ride for bond investors, as yields of some government debt maturities briefly touched the highest levels since 2002 before modestly retreating. Yields of shorter duration bonds generally finished the week flat overall, with the 2-year Treasury ending at 4.84%. Longer duration yields rose, with the 10-year Treasury […]
Nuveen: The Fed Dishes A Dose Of Tightening
Fed Raises Rates as Inflation Remains in Focus The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, bringing renewed attention to inflation, economic growth and the direction of monetary policy. At its September meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee increased the federal funds target range by 0.25 percentage points to 3.75%–4.00%. […]
Visual Capitalist: U.S. Wealth By Generation In 2026
How U.S. Wealth Is Distributed by Generation in 2026 American households collectively hold an estimated $185.7 trillion in net worth, but that wealth is far from evenly distributed across generations. According to Federal Reserve data highlighted by Visual Capitalist, Baby Boomers continue to hold the largest share of U.S. household wealth, accounting for roughly 52.5% […]
John Hancock: Weekly Market Recap Week Ended September 25
Weekly Market Recap: Week Ended September 25 September 29, 2026 Markets closed out the week with investors watching rising global bond yields, continued strength in the U.S. dollar, new highs for the NASDAQ, and the next round of employment data. Government Bond Yields Rise Around the World Higher bond yields weren’t limited to the United […]