Sam McElroy - Financial Advisor

Markets continued 2026 with positive momentum as the S&P 500 and diversified portfolios posted gains. While growth continues, geopolitical risks and policy uncertainty remain key factors to watch.

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Retirement calculators are helpful, but they can’t tell your whole story. Your lifestyle, goals, and priorities make your plan unique. Discover what truly determines how much you’ll need to retire.
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How Much Do You Need to Retire? - Stride Financial One of the first things people do once they get serious about planning and saving for retirement is look to a retirement calculator to find out how much they need to save for retirement. There’s nothing wrong with that. However, every person’s situation is completely different. What might be the...

📈 Markets stayed resilient in August — shrugging off weak job data and rising inflation. But with September historically the most challenging month for stocks, all eyes are now on the Fed’s upcoming decision. 👀 Will a rate cut keep the rally alive, or is volatility around the corner?

📰 In this month’s commentary, Sam McElroy, PsyD, CEO of STRIDE Financial, breaks down:
- Why investor optimism has held despite economic “yellow flags”
- How tech, healthcare, and value stocks are shaping the market
- What to watch as the Fed prepares its next move

👉 Read the full commentary here and see what it could mean for your portfolio.

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