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Money with Murphy – The New Era at the Federal Reserve
Big shifts may come as Kevin Warsh becomes Fed Chair, but “don’t fight the Fed” still holds. Kara outlines three ways policy could change—communication, measurement, and application—and how markets may react.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute – The Role of Bonds in Portfolio Construction
The Role of Bonds in Portfolio Construction May 26, 2026 Ryan Chang Championships Are Won Up Front A month after the NFL Draft, the conversation is beginning to move beyond early headlines and toward long-term expectations. While the...
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - International Markets: Short-term Rotation or Long-Term Trend?
International Markets: Short-term Rotation or Long-Term Trend? May 19, 2026 Kara Murphy, CFA After more than a decade of U.S. leadership, international markets are making a powerful case as a complement to portfolios. With attractive...
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Strong Fundamentals During Uncertain Times
Headlines are Loud, Earnings are Louder: Strong Fundamentals During Uncertain Times May 12, 2026 Kara Murphy, CFA Earnings are exceeding expectations at one of the strongest rates in years, signaling broad resilience across corporate...
Read MoreFinancial Challenges for Women in Divorce: Stay-at-Home Mothers and Primary Earners
Rebuilding After Divorce: How to Protect Your Estate and Your IndependenceApril 22, 2026Breanne Polonia, AAMS®, CDFA®Estate Planning After Divorce: Mistakes to AvoidGoing through a divorce is an emotionally and financially overwhelming...
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Money with Murphy - AI's Second Act
With $1 trillion pouring into AI infrastructure, investors are wondering whether we are in a bubble and how long this boom can last. In this week’s Money with Murphy, Kara uses past technological revolutions across railroads,...
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Private Credit: Between Pressure and Performance
Private Credit: Between Pressure and PerformanceApril 28, 2026 Joan Alexandre The private credit space has grown enormously over the last decade, luring investors with juicy yields and borrowers with bespoke terms. More recently,...
Read MoreRebuilding After Divorce: How to Protect Your Estate and Your Independence
Breanne Polonia, AAMS®, CDFA® from Symphony Wealth Group shares how to avoid costly mistakes like outdated beneficiaries, legal documents, and hidden tax issues to protect your assets and secure your financial future.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Finding Higher Ground: Cautiously Optimistic For 2026
An Iran-driven oil shock pushed the S&P 500 to its first quarterly loss in a year. Inflation pressures resurfaced and bonds stalled, but strong earnings, market rotation, and U.S. economic resilience leave room for cautious optimism 2026.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy – Q1 2026 Market Review: Adjusting to Volatility
Markets started 2026 strong but faced volatility as conflict in Iran pushed oil prices higher. Despite turbulence, key Q1 takeaways highlight resilience and reasons for optimism beneath the market noise.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - Higher Gas Prices on the K-Shaped Economy
Rising oil prices from the Iran conflict are squeezing households unevenly. In Money with Murphy, Kara explains how the energy shock is deepening the K‑shaped economy and widening economic divides.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - The Iran Conflict, Geopolitics, and Oil – What Matters for Investors
U.S.–Iran conflict has lifted oil volatility and rattled markets, but Iran seeks to outlast strikes, causing disruption not destruction. Fighting may fade in 1–3 months; history shows diversified investors often adapt over time
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - Managing Market Volatility During Iran Conflict
Iran tensions have driven volatility and higher oil prices, hitting consumers. In Money with Murphy, Kara explains why the U.S. can absorb the oil shock and why markets have remained surprisingly resilient.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Market Tensions and an IPO Comeback: What to Expect and Why it Matters
IPO activity may rebound in 2026 as market conditions improve, with unicorns and AI firms leading the way. Volatility and geopolitical risks remain, making timing, selectivity, and discipline key for investors.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Higher Oil, Higher Stakes: A New Test for Consumers and the Fed
Oil prices are surging amid Middle East conflict, raising inflation risks and pressuring consumers. The impact hinges on how long prices stay high, but history shows long‑term investors are rewarded for staying disciplined.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Can U.S. Stocks Continue Earnings Momentum?
S&P 500 companies closed 2025 with strong momentum, posting 14% YoY earnings growth and five straight quarters of double‑digit gains. All sectors grew, and analysts expect solid double‑digit earnings growth to continue through 2026.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - Market Noise
Market volatility is rising amid tariff worries, AI headlines, and private‑credit concerns. This week’s Money with Murphy breaks down the noise and highlights a steadier part of the market.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Small and Mid Caps are Re-Entering the Conversation
Small- and mid-cap stocks are showing new strength as lower rates, better valuations, and rising earnings support a potential rotation away from mega caps. While risks remain, SMIDs may play a bigger role in markets ahead.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Beyond Big Tech: The Global Surge in AI Adoption and Implications for Investor
AI adoption is accelerating globally, spreading beyond Big Tech. Emerging markets lead in usage, while investors reward AI-focused companies. Benefits include innovation and satisfaction, with cost savings growing as use cases mature.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - The Rise of Active ETFs and the Implications for Investors
Active ETFs combine the flexibility and transparency of ETFs with professional management. They give investors access to active strategies while maintaining liquidity, tax efficiency, and competitive costs.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - Will 2026 Finally Break Big Tech’s Grip on CapEx?
In this episode of Money with Murphy, Kara explores why the broadening out of business investment is critical for sustained productivity, earnings growth, and stock market performance.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Thriving in Uncertainty
Thriving in Uncertainty: Market Review and OutlookJanuary 13, 2026Kara Murphy, CFAKey TakeawaysThe S&P 500 posted its third consecutive year of double-digit gains, although its 17% gain for 2025 was short of the 20% gain in the...
Read More3 Financial Resolutions for the New Year 2026: Start Strong with a Smarter Financial Plan
Start 2026 strong with expert financial resolutions from Symphony Wealth Group in Plano, TX. Learn how to reassess your coverage, refresh your budget, and set achievable financial milestones for a secure future.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - Market Resilience in the Face of Headwinds
As we look at 2026, we will be monitoring continued political uncertainty, heightened valuations, and the sustainability of AI-related capital expenditures. In this week’s Money with Murphy, Kara walks through the highlights of 2025.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - 2025 Year in Review
Watch as Kara Murphy covers the biggest stories in 2025 and how they affected the resiliency of the markets this year. From tariff announcements to growth from AI-driven technology companies, the market covered a lot of ground this year.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - The Fed's Final Act of 2025: More Rate Cuts?
Powell faces a tough final stretch as Fed chair, balancing high inflation, a weakening labor market, internal splits, and rising political pressure. This week’s rate decision could shape the economy, markets, and his legacy.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Worried About an AI Bubble? The Case for Emerging Markets
Emerging markets are surging in 2025, offering diversification from AI-driven U.S. stocks. With stronger growth, attractive valuations, and rising EPS forecasts, they present opportunity—but also higher political and economic risks.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Gratitude in the Markets: What Investors Can Be Thankful For
From resilient rebounds after the tariff shock to robust corporate earnings, and a Federal Reserve that’s easing the path forward, 2025 has brought plenty of positive developments for investors. We reflect on the factors driving strength.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - The Popularity of Private Credit: Wall Street’s Latest Trending Asset Class
Understanding both the opportunities and risks of the evolving private credit asset class is essential for investors looking to tap into one of the market’s most compelling areas of growth.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Déjà Vu: Low-Quality Stocks Are Rallying Again, but Time Isn’t on Their Side
After a strong run for low-quality stocks, i.e. those without reliable corporate earnings, investors may wonder if fundamentals still matter. We explore what’s driving these gains—and why quality remains key for long-term success.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - The Ripple Effects of a Government Shutdown
*This content was originally published in November 2023 and re-shared on September 30, 2025, in anticipation of a potential government shutdown. As of October 1, 2025, the United States has officially entered a government shutdown....
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Common End-of-Year Tax Client Considerations
The end of the year offers a chance for thoughtful tax planning. As portfolios shift with another strong market, investors are well served to consider if their portfolio is still on track—both from a risk and tax standpoint.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - Solid-footing: Stability, New Highs and the Road to 2026
Markets regained their footing in the third quarter, with stocks, bonds, commodities, and real estate all posting gains and nearly every S&P 500 sector ending the period higher.
Read MoreTips to Reduce Risk of Financial Exploitation
Recent research by the FINRA Investor Education Foundation highlights certain factors that can increase the risk of becoming a victim of financial fraud. However, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - A Rising Tide: Third Quarter Market Review and Outlook
U.S. stocks hit new highs in Q3 2025 on strong earnings and AI-driven growth. Bonds rallied as rates fell. With a cooling job market, the economy stays resilient, aided by Fed rate cuts and tax incentives from the One Big Beautiful Bill.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy – The AI Revolution part 2: Managing the Transition
AI has the potential to boost productivity, reshape labor markets, alter income distribution, and change global economic dynamics, but for now, it’s a wait-and-see game.
Read MoreWhat Is the Phantom Hacker Scam?
The Phantom Hacker Scam is a sophisticated, multi-phase fraud targeting mostly older adults, where scammers impersonate tech support, financial institutions, and government agencies to trick victims into transferring their money to...
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - The AI Revolution: From Pirate Speak to Productivity
Artificial intelligence is rapidly moving from fun everyday uses — like translating text into pirate speak — to potentially reshaping how businesses and economies function. Adoption is skyrocketing, with hundreds of millions of users...
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Why M&A Matters for Everyone
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are a key economic indicator, and after a record-breaking year in 2021, M&A activity decreased in 2023 due to rising interest rates and inflation, before rebounding slightly in 2024.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Buffer ETFs: An Honest Look at Protection at a Cost
Looking for a way to grow your portfolio, while minimizing how much you can lose in the market? Who would say no? A growing number of financial products have been designed and adopted by investors over the last few years to do just...
Read MoreHousing Market Pain Points & What’s Next
No Place Like Home: Pain Points in the Housing Market and the Path AheadAugust 26, 2025 A home is more than a place to live. It’s where we make memories, form community connections and grow families. According to Pew Research, home...
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - AI’s Impact on Q2 Earnings
This quarter's earnings results are one of the strongest earnings seasons in recent years, due in part to how AI is reshaping not just the tech industry, but deep into other industrials as well.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - The Fed Effect: Power, Politics, and Your Portfolio
For over a century, the Federal Reserve has played a central role in shaping the U.S. economy, balancing its dual mandate of promoting maximum employment and maintaining stable prices. Yet, it remains one of the most scrutinized—and...
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - China: Myths and Realities through the eyes of a dragon
Modern China is seen as many things, from different angles through different lenses. This article unpacks five myths about China's economy and trade, showing it's the same China no matter the view.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - Meme Stocks: Risk vs. Reward in Today’s Market
A new wave of meme stock mania has taken over social media, sending the prices of some surprising companies soaring. As Kara Murphy relates, fundamentals still matter when it comes to investing.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy – The One Big Beautiful Bill: What It Means for Markets
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into effect, introducing a range of incentives aimed at supporting U.S. businesses. This week focuses on how the bill's provisions could influence investment portfolios.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Tariff Turmoil and Rebound: Second Quarter Market Review and Outlook
U.S. markets rebounded sharply in Q2, with the S&P 500 up 6% YTD. Bonds rallied, inflation cooled, and international stocks outperformed. Risks remain, but diversification proved key amid volatility and uncertainty.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - From Bear Scare to Record Highs: A Resilient Q2 Recap
This week’s Money with Murphy breaks down the key drivers behind Q2’s volatility, what the latest numbers are telling us, and why diversification remains critical heading into the second half of the year.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - Stars, Stripes, and Spending
In light of the Independence Day holiday, we explore how Americans celebrate Independence Day—past and present. We’ll highlight some surprising stats, a few historical quirks, and even what markets tend to do in July.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Beyond the Bloomberg Aggregate: Rethinking the Fixed Income Playbook
The Bloomberg AGG no longer captures today’s bond market. With Treasuries dominating and key sectors excluded, investors need a “three-point strategy”—diversifying into high yield, ABS, and MBS for better yield, flexibility, and resilience.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - Tensions Rise, Oil Surges – Markets React
Tensions in the Middle East flared last week as Israel launched strikes on Iranian targets, prompting a swift reaction in oil markets and a more modest response in equities.
Read MoreMoney with Murphy - Evaluating Economic Implications of the “One Big Beautiful Bill”
The “One Big Beautiful Bill” encompasses sweeping changes in tax policy, spending and regulations, but according to the CBO, if enacted, the changes would significantly add to the national deficit.
Read MoreMarkets in a Minute - The Debate of Dollar Dominance: What Advisors Need to Know
Over the last few months, many have started to question how long the U.S. dollar can retain its preeminent status. Read more from our investment experts to get the full analysis.
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