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March 2026 FOMC Update

Tim Musial, CFA
March 18, 2026

The Federal Reserve (Fed) left its target policy rate unchanged today, maintaining a range of 3.50%–3.75%. The decision passed with an 11-1 vote, with Stephen Miran as the lone dissenter in favor of a 25 basis point cut. Current conditions: Economic activity is expanding at a solid pace. However, the outlook for the U.S. economy remains uncertain due to developments in the...

Planning ahead for Medicare and long-term care

John Batterton
March 11, 2026

As individuals approach retirement and later stages of life, navigating the complexities of healthcare becomes increasingly important. With rising costs, evolving insurance systems and the realities of aging, proactive planning is essential to ensure both financial security and quality of life. Below are some key considerations as you plan for your own...

February 2026 Employment Report

Gary Pzegeo, CFA
March 06, 2026

The U.S. economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) survey of employers. Payrolls were revised lower for the prior two months. February’s drop was well below expectations for a gain of 55,000. The economy added an average of just 6,000 jobs over the trailing three months, versus an...