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Markets Navigate Volatile Week as Fed Keeps Rates Unchanged

Markets Navigate Volatile Week as Fed Keeps Rates Unchanged

U.S. equity markets ended higher during a volatile week characterized by sharp swings tied to the Federal Reserve's policy decision, ongoing U.S.-Iran geopolitical tensions, and heavy fluctuations in AI-related technology stocks. Major U.S. stock indices closed mixed...

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AI Spending Concerns Overshadow Earnings Strength

AI Spending Concerns Overshadow Earnings Strength

U.S. equity markets declined during the week as renewed concerns over AI-related spending overshadowed continued strength in second-quarter earnings and resilient economic data. While corporate earnings have generally exceeded expectations, investor focus shifted...

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Markets Retreat Despite Strong Fundamentals

Markets Retreat Despite Strong Fundamentals

U.S. equity markets declined during the week as a sharp selloff in semiconductor and AI-related stocks overshadowed encouraging inflation data, continued strength in energy prices and a solid start to second-quarter earnings season. Early results have been strong,...

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Softer Payrolls Fuel Equity Gains

Softer Payrolls Fuel Equity Gains

U.S. large-cap stocks gained 1.8% during the holiday-shortened week. Sentiment was supported by a softer June employment report, reducing concerns that the Federal Reserve would need to raise rates in the near term. Growth generally led value, and larger companies...

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Health Care Rallies as Investors Rotate Out of Tech

Health Care Rallies as Investors Rotate Out of Tech

U.S. large-cap stocks declined last week, weighed down by sharp losses in technology and communication services, even as mid- and small-cap stocks posted gains. Value continued to outperform growth across all size segments, extending a lead that has defined markets...

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Markets Shake Off a Hawkish Fed

Markets Shake Off a Hawkish Fed

Equity markets advanced last week as easing tensions in the Middle East and falling oil prices offset a hawkish shift from the Federal Reserve. Small-cap stocks continued their recent momentum, outpacing large- and mid-caps. Growth stocks generally outperformed value...

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Q1 2026 Plan Sponsor Insights

Q1 2026 Plan Sponsor Insights

Preparing for the Season Ahead We’re pleased to share our latest newsletter, featuring important updates that may impact your retirement plan. This issue highlights upcoming regulatory requirements, key compliance considerations, operational enhancements and new tools...

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Take Control of Your Plan Fees—On Your Terms

Take Control of Your Plan Fees—On Your Terms

Managing your retirement plan shouldn't mean wrestling with administrative complexity. When it comes to quarterly recordkeeping and plan administration fees, flexibility isn't just a convenience—it's a key driver for making sure your plan runs exactly the way you need...

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Important Update: Changes to Our Payroll Auto ACH Process 

Important Update: Changes to Our Payroll Auto ACH Process 

As of March 23, 2026, we have implemented updates to our Auto ACH processing for 401(k) plan contributions and loan repayments. These changes are designed to streamline your experience, improve funding timeliness and reduce complexity in how payroll contributions are...

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