David Bennett, Author at Unify Financial Advisors

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Weekly Market Update – 8.17.2026


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Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Wall Street finished higher last week as solid second-quarter earnings continued, and expectations grew that the Federal Reserve may hold interest rates steady following a cooler CPI report. The S&P 500 reached a record high, with nine of 11 sectors posting gains. Treasury yields eased, while crude oil climbed above $82 per barrel as the U.S. increased pressure on Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Economic data ...
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Weekly Market Update – 8.10.2026


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Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Wall Street ended last week on solid footing, with all major indexes posting notable gains, supported by strong second-quarter earnings and a cooler-than-expected labor report. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow each advanced, while technology, consumer discretionary, materials, and communication services outperformed. Gold rallied as the dollar weakened and bond yields fell, while crude oil prices declined late in ...
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Weekly Market Update – 8.3.2026


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Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets finished higher last week despite heightened volatility as investors weighed strong second-quarter corporate earnings, the Federal Reserve’s decision to leave interest rates unchanged, and a slate of economic data. Stocks rebounded after a sharp mid-week decline following the Fed announcement, while long-term Treasury yields moved higher amid lingering inflation concerns. Crude oil prices remained volatile, fluctuating with ...
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Weekly Market Update – 7.27.2026


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Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets ended the week lower despite a broad rally on Friday, with the Global Dow being the only major index to finish positive. Volatility in the Middle East drove sharp swings in oil prices, while Treasury yields climbed to their highest levels since January. Energy, industrials, technology, utilities, health care, and materials outperformed, while consumer discretionary, consumer staples, and communication services lagged. ...
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Weekly Market Update – 7.20.2026


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Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets finished the week lower as escalating conflict in Iran fueled a risk-off sentiment, and weakness in AI and semiconductor stocks weighed on major indexes. Energy stocks outperformed as crude oil climbed to its highest level in a month, while investors shifted away from large-cap technology shares. Last week kicked off a strong Q2 earnings season. Of the 10% of S&P 500 companies that have reported, 88% have beaten ...
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Weekly Market Update – 7.6.2026


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Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Over the weekend, the United States celebrated 250 years of independence! Throughout our nation’s history, the principles of faith, freedom, opportunity, and innovation have created an economic engine unlike any the world has ever seen. The ten largest U.S. companies alone have a combined market capitalization of approximately $26 trillion. By comparison, the entire Chinese stock market is valued at roughly $18 trillion, while ...
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Weekly Market Update – 6.22.2026


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Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets finished the abbreviated week higher as a peace deal with Iran boosted investor sentiment and pushed oil prices lower. Stocks advanced despite the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged and signaling that inflation could lead to a rate hike later this year, with the NASDAQ posting the strongest gains. Economic data were positive, with stronger retail sales, higher industrial production, and ...
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Weekly Market Update – 6.15.2026


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Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets finished the week higher despite a volatile start driven by concerns over the U.S.-Iran conflict, inflation, and the potential for a technology-sector pullback. Sentiment improved as tensions in the Middle East eased and the record-setting SpaceX IPO boosted optimism. Small-cap stocks led gains, while crude oil and gold prices moved lower. In addition to the positive market movement, economic data showed ...
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Weekly Market Update – 6.8.2026


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Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets pulled back last week as stronger-than-expected employment data reduced expectations for a near-term interest rate cut. A sharp selloff on Friday, led by technology stocks, pushed major indexes lower, while rising Treasury yields reflected a shift toward a higher-rate outlook. Economic data remained generally positive, with employers adding 172,000 jobs in May and job openings increasing in April. Manufacturing activity ...
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Weekly Market Update – 6.1.2026


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Unify Financial Advisors Weekly Market Update Markets moved higher last week on easing concerns over U.S.-Iran tensions and renewed IA optimism. Major indexes posted gains, with the S&P 500 extending its winning streak and the Dow reaching new highs. Strong durable goods orders and faster first-quarter GDP growth also helped support markets. Economic data showed contrasting trends, as inflation remained elevated and new home ...
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