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Joshua Rigden

Joshua Rigden

Market Update: Navigating Megatrends: Four Forces Shaping Investor Returns in 2025 and Beyond

As we navigate the complexities of 2025, investors face a landscape defined not just by cyclical economic swings but by profound structural shifts. Four megatrends—artificial intelligence (AI), infrastructure buildout, demographic changes, and deglobalization—stand out as transformative forces with

Q3 2025 Market Commentary: Resilience Amid Uncertainty – A Tech-Fueled Rally Charges Forward

As the third quarter of 2025 drew to a close on September 30, the U.S. stock market capped off another period of robust gains, defying seasonal headwinds and broader economic crosscurrents. The S&P 500 advanced 7.8% for the quarter, marking its strongest September performance in over 15 years and ex

Labor Market Cooling: What Investors Need to Know

As an investment advisory firm, we are always keeping a close eye on economic indicators that can impact your portfolio. The latest labor market data, hot off the press from August 2025, paints a sobering picture that demands our attention. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent focus on the l

What Are Trump Accounts for Kids?

In early 2025, the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) introduced a brand-new program designed to give children a financial head start: Trump Accounts for Kids. While the name comes from President Donald Trump, the legislation was ultimately championed by Senator Ted Cruz (R–Texas) and gained bipartisan

Market Update: Powell’s Jackson Hole Speech Signals Rate Cuts and Economic Vigilance

We are writing to provide you with a comprehensive update following Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent address at the Jackson Hole symposium. This annual event is a critical moment for gauging the Fed’s perspective on the economy, and this year’s speech was particularly significant given r

July 2025 Market Commentary

Overview July 2025 saw a dynamic U.S. market landscape shaped by mixed economic signals, corporate earnings, and Federal Reserve commentary. Investors navigated a complex environment with robust consumer spending, moderating inflation, and uncertainty around tariffs and monetary policy. The S&P 500

Labor Market Update: August 2025

Overview The July 2025 jobs report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), released on August 1, has significantly altered the labor market outlook. Following June’s optimistic signals of stabilization, July’s data delivered a stark reversal, highlighting persistent cooling and heightened do

Key Highlights in Trump’s "Big Beautiful Bill" and Their Impact on Your Finances

On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," a comprehensive tax and spending package that introduces significant changes to the U.S. tax code and financial landscape. This legislation makes permanent the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provisions, introduces new tax b

Five Key Impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Changes for equity investors and potential actions to consider in response On July 3, 2025, Congress passed and on July 4th the President signed into law the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA), a sweeping fiscal package aimed at tax reform, business incentives, and federal budget adjustments. Whi

Markets Have Strong 2nd Quarter

Global Market Commentary: Second Quarter 2025 In the second quarter of 2025, U.S. equity markets posted strong gains, buoyed by moderating inflation and resilient investor sentiment despite global trade tensions. A key driver of market movement was the evolving tariff landscape, with newly imposed l