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As the U.S. nears its 250th birthday, one legacy stands out: the U.S. dollar’s rise to the center of the global financial system. In the Cetera Investment Management Team’s latest commentary, they explore that despite renewed scrutiny, history suggests the dollar’s dominance rests on deep structural strengths—making a sudden dethroning of “King Dollar” unlikely.

King Dollar Still Reigns: Why the U.S. Dollar’s Global Dominance Is Built to Last As the U.S. nears its 250th birthday, one legacy stands out: the U.S. dollar’s rise to the center of the global financial system. Despite renewed scrutiny, history suggests the dollar’s dominance rests on deep structural strengths—making a sudden dethroning of “King Dollar” unlikely.

Markets remain under pressure as geopolitical risks rise, with news that Iran-backed Houthis have entered the conflict dampening hopes for de-escalation and keeping investors focused on oil prices, yields, and equities. Chief Investment Officer Gene Goldman breaks down why this week’s key economic data will be critical in showing how resilient the economy is amid these headwinds in . https://cetera.com/the-week-ahead

Despite elevated geopolitical uncertainty, the economic and market backdrop entering 2026 remains largely on track. U.S. growth could surprise to the upside, supported by deferred activity, larger tax refunds, and solid underlying demand. Learn more in the latest outlook. Click here to read more:

2026 Second Quarter Market Outlook Despite elevated geopolitical uncertainty, the economic and market backdrop entering 2026 remains largely on track. U.S. growth could surprise to the upside, supported by deferred activity, larger tax refunds, and solid underlying demand. Learn more in our latest outlook.

Oil prices have surged — and the ripple effects are extending well beyond the energy market. With supply disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz, inflation risks rising, and potential implications for Fed policy and economic growth, investors are reassessing what comes next. In Cetera Investment Management Team's latest commentary, they break down what’s driving the oil spike, why it matters for markets, and how investors can stay focused amid volatility. Read now:

Oil Tops $100, Adding Pressure to Inflation Outlook Oil prices have surged — and the ripple effects are extending well beyond the energy market. With supply disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz, inflation risks rising, and potential implications for Fed policy and economic growth, investors are reassessing what comes next. In our latest commentary...

Markets often shake off geopolitical shocks — but this time, volatility may stick around longer. With oil prices surging, the dollar acting as a safe haven, and valuations already stretched, uncertainty is creating stronger headwinds for investors. On this week’s , CIO Gene Goldman breaks down why the Iran conflict could keep volatility elevated, what market signals matter most right now, and what investors should be watching next.

The Week Ahead | Cetera “Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

Geopolitical headlines are back in the driver’s seat, and markets are repricing uncertainty quickly. In the Cetera Investment Management Team's latest commentary, they unpack what’s behind the recent market reaction, why volatility may be higher this time, what they’re watching next, and why discipline and diversification matter most in uncertain environments. Read here:

Why Volatility Is Rising and Why Discipline Still Matters Geopolitical headlines are back in the driver’s seat, and markets are repricing uncertainty quickly. In our latest commentary, we unpack what’s behind the recent market reaction, why volatility may be higher this time, what we’re watching next, and why discipline and diversification matter mos...