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Best Quarter for Stocks Since Q4 2013 | Weekly Market Commentary | October 1, 2018

We’ve just wrapped up the best quarter for the S&P 500 Index since the fourth quarter of 2013, despite a variety of challenges.

The Dot Disconnect | Weekly Economic Commentary | October 1, 2018

While the Fed raised its policy rate last week, the more important meeting outcome was the Fed’s guidance on future policy.

The Dow Joins the Party | Weekly Market Commentary | September 24, 2018

When the Dow hits a fresh record high after a long drought, as it did last week, it tends to be followed by above-average performance.

Fed Meeting Preview | Weekly Economic Commentary | September 24, 2018

The Federal Reserve’s monetary policy meeting will be a focal point for markets this week.

Portfolio Compass | September 19, 2018

Positions maintained (no changes); updates on LPL Research's views on equity, equity sectors, fixed income, and alternative asset classes.

Midterm Mayhem? | Weekly Market Commentary | September 18, 2018

Policy uncertainty surrounding the upcoming midterm elections may lead to an increase in near-term market volatility.

Market Insight Monthly | August 2018

Overall, economic reports released in August—mostly reflecting economic activity in July—indicated solid U.S. economic growth without significant inflationary pressures, even though evidence grew of some cooling from trade concerns.

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