Midyear Outlook 2025: Pragmatic Optimism, Measured Expectations
We started 2025 on a high note, although we acknowledged that “no market environment is ever permanent, and that change is always potentially around the corner.” Well change did come, and with it, volatility, perhaps in part because we assumed President Trump’s policies would simply mirror those of his prior term. The impact of policy…
Weekly Market Performance | July 24, 2026
LPL’s Weekly Market Performance for the week of July 20, 2026, highlights AI worries, high-profile earnings, and geopolitical tensions.
What’s Next for the Private Equity Buyout Market?
LPL Research examines buyout fund performance, distributions, vintage years, and what investors should expect from private equity ahead.
What History Shows in Midterm Election Years
LPL Research explains why midterm election years often bring volatility and how periods of uncertainty have historically created opportunities for investors.
Oil Rallies as Supply Routes Come Under Pressure
LPL Research examines the latest developments in the oil market and how renewed geopolitical tensions are impacting supply.
Weekly Market Commentary | Oil Prices, China, and U.S. Inflation Risks | July 20, 2026
LPL Research analyzes China’s declining crude imports, inflation risks, and the resilient U.S. economy driving above-trend growth.
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