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With so much in the news right now, it’s natural to wonder how global events can impact markets. This quick read from Daken Vanderburg, Chief Investment Officer MassMutual Wealth Management, breaks down the current geopolitical situation and why staying grounded in fundamentals is so important during volatile periods. If the headlines have raised questions, this is a good place to start.

War with Iran: Analyzing the market challenges | MassMutual Wars are atrocious. But the history of markets and capitalism can offer some guidance.

Last week, markets were volatile as inflation surprises, AI disruption concerns, and private credit risks weighed on sentiment. Equities drifted lower despite strong earnings, while Treasuries rallied, pushing yields below key levels. With different sectors taking turns leading the market, diversification remains critical amid heightened volatility. Learn more with this week’s market perspective.

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Following the State of the Union, many investors are asking what the economic data actually shows. In this market update, Daken Vanderburg, Chief Investment Officer MassMutual Wealth Management, reviews growth, inflation, and employment trends using historical context to offer a sense of where the economy stands today. Worth a few minutes if you’re interested in data-driven perspective.

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Last week markets were volatile as AI disruption concerns weighed on equities despite solid economic data. Strong job growth and easing inflation pushed Treasury yields lower, highlighting a growing disconnect between fundamentals and market sentiment. Give our weekly market perspective a read for more takeaways.

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