Blanken Management

08/31/2026

WALL STREET RIDES THE AI WAVE

Weekly Market Insights: Stocks Upbeat on AI; Warsh: “Less Is More”

AI optimism helped fuel another positive week for stocks, while Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh put markets on notice with a message that could shape the path ahead: when it comes to Fed guidance, less may be more.

With AI investment accelerating, inflation still in focus, and interest-rate expectations shifting, investors have plenty to watch as we head into September.

What could it mean for your portfolio?

Stay informed. Stay disciplined. Keep your long-term financial strategy in focus.

Blanken Management: Weekly Market Insights

08/24/2026

Markets took a hit last week. Here's what happened. Oil-supply fears pushed inflation worries back into focus, sending stocks lower across the board. The S&P 500 dropped 1.43%, the Nasdaq slid 2.05%, and the Dow dipped 0.85%. Even global markets felt the pressure, with the MSCI EAFE off 0.40%. The real story? Eyes are shifting to the bond market. Are you positioned for what's next?
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08/18/2026

One Number. Four Definitions. Which Inflation Rate Is Actually Yours? "Inflation is 3%." But which inflation? Measured how? For whom? The U.S. publishes several inflation gauges and the one used to adjust your Social Security check isn't even the same one the Federal Reserve watches. Understanding the difference could change how you think about your retirement income.

Why the Government's Inflation Rate Might Be Lying to You When inflation makes headlines, you usually hear one number. But did you know the U.S. publishes several inflation measures and the one used to calculate Social Security COLAs actually excludes retirees' spending patterns? Here's what that means for your financial picture.

Different inflation indexes may tell different stories. Here's what that could mean for you.

08/17/2026

Weekly Market Insights: Inflation Cools Again; S&P Up Third Week

Markets Keep Investors Guessing

Stocks delivered a mixed performance this week as cooling inflation gave investors a reason to cheer, while sluggish retail sales raised fresh questions about the strength of the economy.

Inflation is cooling.
Consumers are showing some caution.
Markets are watching every signal.

The big question: Is the economy slowing just enough to tame inflation
or too much?

Stay informed. Stay focused. Stay invested with a long-term perspective. READ MORE---->

08/13/2026

A Reminder for New Parents, Growing Families, and Anyone Who Loves Them.

The moment a baby arrives, most families are so focused on the joy that one critical financial task gets completely overlooked and it could leave your child unprotected.

There are some financial moves every new parent could think about to make in the first 90 days.

Most families miss at least one. Don't be one of them.
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08/12/2026

While you likely have a household budget in place, you might find that using a special tracker may offer you a different perspective.

Here is a budget calculator that you can use
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08/11/2026

Don’t Wait for Life to Change. Plan for It.
Our free Financial Checklist for Families helps you prepare financially for the moments that matter most.

Most families don’t think about financial planning until a major life event forces them to. A new baby. A first home. A job loss. A divorce. A parent who needs care. A spouse who passes away unexpectedly. By then, the window to make the best decisions has often already closed.

At Blanken Management, we help families get ahead of life’s biggest transitions not just react to them.

We created a free Financial Checklist for Families covering marriage and combining finances, welcoming a new child, buying a first home, paying for college, career changes and job loss, divorce and separation, caring for aging parents, retirement as a couple, and estate planning essentials.
Drop a comment or send me a message and I’ll send it your way free, no strings attached.

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Blanken Management doesn’t follow the crowd, we outmaneuver it.

08/10/2026

Weekly Market Insights. Stocks Have Best Week in Four Months

Stocks posted their strongest week in four months as investor confidence improved and markets responded to the latest economic developments.

What does the recent rally mean for investors—and what should you be watching next?

Read this week’s Weekly Market Insights from Blanken Management.

08/08/2026

The clients who show up most prepared for their first consultation all have one thing in common, they already know what questions to ask.

We built guides for exactly that. Divorce. Retirement. Inheritance. Career change. Each one walks you through what to expect financially before you ever sit down with an advisor.

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08/07/2026

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