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07/17/2026

Market volatility has returned, led by weakness in technology stocks. While the headlines may feel unsettling, the broader market has remained more resilient, reinforcing the value of diversification and a long-term perspective.
Read the Cetera Investment Management Team's latest market commentary:

Market volatility has returned, led by weakness in technology stocks. While the headlines may feel unsettling, the broader market has remained more resilient,…

07/17/2026

Social Security claiming rules of thumb can be misleading. The right decision depends on health, income needs, taxes, investments, survivor benefits, Medicare premiums, and your overall retirement plan.

Simple Social Security rules like claiming at 62, waiting until 70, or using a break-even age can miss taxes, survivor benefits, Medicare premiums, investments, and your full retirement income plan.

07/16/2026

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here:

Your emergency fund is one of the most important financial tools you have. It is what stands between an unexpected car repair and a credit card balance that…

07/14/2026

Read the latest issue of Retire Wise here:

Inflation works quietly in the background, and over time, even a modest rise in the cost of everyday goods and services can chip away at the lifestyle you…

07/14/2026

Enjoy Our July Magazine

*Game, Set, Health: Why Padel Is the Sport Everyone’s Talking About.
* Electrolytes Explained: How Much Do You Really Need?
* Mediterranean Magic: Greek Recipes Full of Freshness and Flavour
* Chill Factor: A Guide to Summer’s Coolest Treats

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07/13/2026

Earnings season begins this week, with major banks kicking off a six-week stretch of quarterly reports. Join CIO Gene Goldman as he explains why earnings matter, what investors should watch for in the latest results, and how markets may respond as companies report against elevated expectations in .

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07/08/2026

Working in retirement can affect Social Security if you claim before full retirement age. Earnings may temporarily reduce benefits, while taxes, Medicare premiums, and investment withdrawals should also be considered.

Learn how working in retirement can affect Social Security benefits, including the earnings test, full retirement age, taxes, Medicare premiums, and claiming decisions.

07/07/2026

A July 4 reflection on 250 years of American financial life and how independence, risk, resilience, and planning have shaped the pursuit of financial freedom.

A July 4 reflection on 250 years of American financial life, from self-reliance and risk to retirement planning, Social Security, investing, and financial independence.

07/06/2026

The June Fed meeting minutes will reveal what policymakers are really thinking about inflation, interest rates, and the economy—and offer the first inside look at Chair Kevin Warsh's leadership. Why investors care? Per CIO Gene Goldman, if rates stay higher for longer, borrowing costs rise and stocks could face more pressure. Learn more in .

“Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

07/06/2026

Trump Accounts are now open for eligible children. Learn who qualifies for the $1,000 government contribution, how to enroll, and why opening the account and deciding where long-term savings belong are two very different planning decisions.

Trump Accounts are now available for eligible children. Learn who qualifies for the \$1,000 government contribution, how to open an account, and why parents and grandparents should carefully consider whether future savings belong in a Trump Account or a 529 plan.