Carter Griffin
Global Investment Strategist
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3 themes that defined portfolios in 2025 and could continue to shape them in 2026
As the end of the year approaches, we review three key factors that have shaped the investment landscape and consider the implications for the year ahead.By Carter GriffinMarkets
Navigating market highs
New all-time-highs for the S&P 500 have investors wondering whether now could be a good time to invest – here's our take.By Carter GriffinMarkets
What’s behind May’s U.S. stock market rally and can it last?
In May, domestic and global equities experienced a rally, providing a welcome relief after the market volatility seen in April. Read more here.By Elyse Ausenbaugh, CFA®, Carter Griffin|4 minMarkets
What moved US markets in November?
November brought a noticeable chill to equity markets. Still, despite volatility, U.S. equities experienced a seventh straight month of positive returns.By Carter GriffinInvesting
Four reasons investors may benefit from staying invested
While past performance does not guarantee future returns, read on to learn four pieces of evidence that reveal that staying (or getting) invested potentially can reward long-term investors.By Carter Griffin|3 minMarkets
US inflation print increased less than expected in May: Here’s what that means for investors
May’s U.S. Consumer Price Index reading was a welcome sign for investors, with price growth increasing less than expected.By Carter Griffin|3 minMarkets
S&P 500 rallies in September as AI innovation and Fed rate cuts drive U.S. market growth
Global equities surged in September as the Fed resumed rate cuts and AI momentum drove markets. Read more here.By Elyse Ausenbaugh, CFA®, Carter Griffin|4 minMarkets
The S&P 500 hit an all-time high in July: Can it keep up the momentum?
In July, the S&P 500 hit 10 all-time highs and rose over 2% for the month amid an evolving macro backdrop, ongoing tariff negotiations and legislative changes.By Elyse Ausenbaugh, CFA®, Carter Griffin|4 min