Brett McClaran: Raymond James-Investment Representative

07/17/2026

Softer inflation data and strong early earnings have supported investor sentiment, but ongoing geopolitical risks remain. Raymond James Chief Investment Officer Larry Adam explores what it could mean for markets moving forward.

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07/17/2026

See CIO Larry Adam's top takeaways for the week and what to be mindful of in the week ahead in his Weekly Headings Snapshot.

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07/17/2026

The cost of education can extend far beyond graduation. Student loan debt may affect major financial milestones, from purchasing a home to starting a family. Planning ahead can help reduce the need for borrowing and create flexibility for future goals.
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07/17/2026

July 17 - Equity futures point to a firmly lower open this morning as semiconductor stocks face an extension of their recent weakness, while the broader market begins to slip.

Read more in the Morning Brew.

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07/16/2026

July 16 - Equity futures point to a mostly lower opening this morning as semiconductor stocks face an extension of yesterday's pressure.

Read more in the Morning Brew.

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07/16/2026

The S&P 500 is essentially trading near the same price it was in late May, but plenty is transpiring beneath the surface.

Read more in the Weekly Market Guide.

07/15/2026

One of the most common misconceptions about 529 plans is that they're only for college tuition. In reality, 529 plans can offer more flexibility than many families realize, supporting a variety of education-related expenses and pathways.
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07/15/2026

Morning Brew --- July 15, Equity futures point to a slightly higher opening this morning after stocks finished yesterday's session mostly higher.

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07/14/2026

Morning Brew --- July 14, The major averages are coming off a losing session to start the week, in which a sharp pullback across weighty semiconductor names combined with a surge in oil prices that pressured pockets of the broader market.

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07/13/2026

Doug Drabik points out that when investor confidence rises, discipline becomes more important. In this elevated-rate environment, high-quality individual bonds may offer investors something that has been harder to find for much of the past decade: meaningful income, greater predictability, and a clearer path for keeping portfolio cash flow intact.

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