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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...

Special Edition - Iran conflict sparks market volatility

Gary Pzegeo, CFA
March 02, 2026

March 2, 2026 Latest developments The United States and Israel have launched a major combat operation across Iran, prompting retaliatory missile and drone attacks from Iran targeting Israel and U.S. bases. This escalation has driven significant volatility across global markets, especially in energy. ...

Planning for incapacity

Lucy Bickford
January 29, 2026

While many people believe that estate planning is entirely about distributing assets at death, an equally important aspect is preparing for potential incapacity during life. Here are some steps that may help you or a family member plan for potential capacity issues: 1....