Markets navigated mixed signals in July. Inflation eased, tech faced pressure, and energy surged. Meanwhile, Americans are planning record travel spending in 2026: $1.37 trillion.

From $24 billion spent on Father's Day to the popularity of dining out and special outings, this month's by-the-numbers highlights how families celebrate the dads in their lives.

Markets hit record highs—then headlines took over. Q1 2026 reminded investors how quickly sentiment can shift amid geopolitical uncertainty. But does volatility signal lasting damage, or temporary disruption? History offers useful clues. Explore why staying disciplined through uncertainty may matter more now than ever.

Global geopolitical and economic uncertainty has unfortunately become a defining characteristic of the 2020s, the recent increase in military activity and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East being yet another example.

Markets stayed mixed in February as geopolitical tensions stirred volatility. History shows markets often rebound quickly - discover why disruptions rarely derail long‑term performance and what rising oil prices really mean.