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The market pulled back slightly so far this week and retail sales fell below expectations—declining by 0.9%. There was also a 3.5% decline in auto sales, indicating consumers’ hesitation to make big ticket purchases. Watch as Gary Quinzel, Vice President for Portfolio Consulting, discusses the Federal Reserve’s reaction and other macroeconomic headlines.
6/18/2025
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Choosing a retirement date is an exciting time. Not only does it mean you no longer have to bust your hump at a nine-to-five for years on end, but it also signifies your transition into the next phase of your life–potentially the best phase of your life.
6/15/2025
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Explore the latest economic insights with Aya Yoshioka in this episode of 7 Market Movers. From strong job growth and easing inflation to fiscal policy impacts and bond market trends—get the key takeaways shaping markets in 2025.
6/12/2025
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Discover why market volatility isn’t unprecedented and how history offers valuable lessons for investors. Learn why disciplined, long-term strategies outperform market timing and how quality investments rebound over time.
6/10/2025
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Learn smart strategies for paying taxes in retirement, including how a one-time tax withholding distribution from your IRA can simplify your tax process, reduce penalties, and potentially boost earnings. Get expert financial planning tips today.
6/8/2025
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This week on 7 Market Movers, Aya Yoshioka, Doug Huber, and Gary Quinzel from Wealth Enhancement’s Investment Management team discuss the positive indicators they saw in the markets this week. Inflation came in softer than expectations, the consumer sentiment index came in higher than expected, and the jobs report also exceeded expectations, indicating an increase in hiring from US companies.
6/5/2025
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What do retirees wish they’d done differently with their money? Discover timeless financial lessons from those in their 70s and 80s—on saving, investing, healthcare, and finding true financial freedom.
6/5/2025
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May 2025 saw the S&P 500 post its best May return since 1990 amid easing trade tensions, resilient earnings, and a U.S. debt downgrade. Explore key market drivers and investor takeaways.
6/4/2025
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This week on 7 Market Movers, Wealth Enhancement’s Deputy Chief Investment Officer Doug Huber discusses multiple developments in the news, including trade wars, tech earnings, and the new federal budget bill working its way through Congress. He talks about how “markets can handle bad news; the uncertainty is what they struggle with.” Find out what this means for markets in the video below.
5/30/2025
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Join Gary Quinzel and Aya Yoshioka for the May 2025 edition of “Markets Monthly: Strategies & Perspectives.” Gary and Aya provide market updates and insights from Wealth Enhancement’s Investment Management team, including a resurgence for U.S.
5/28/2025