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13 SEP 2026 · Trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada are escalating, with new tariffs and trade restrictions beginning to ripple through supply chains and businesses on both sides of the border. At the same time, rising conflict in the Middle East has pushed oil prices higher, adding new pressure to inflation and market expectations. We'll explore what it all means for consumers, investors, the Federal Reserve, and how to prepare for key retirement milestones as the "Silver Tsunami" gains momentum.
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6 SEP 2026 · Mark Beck and Dr. Brian Jacobsen break down a week that shook up Wall Street as investors dramatically shifted their expectations for the Federal Reserve following Chair Warsh's Jackson Hole comments, pushing Treasury yields to their highest levels in more than a year and sparking fresh debate about the path of interest rates. They also examine a labor market stuck in a "no-hire, no-fire" mode, rising oil prices tied to growing Middle East tensions, and what the Fed's latest Beige Book reveals about the AI boom's impact on the real economy. Plus, practical planning topics including how to make the most of your Health Savings Account and smart strategies for tackling student loan debt.
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30 AUG 2026 · This week, Dave Spano and Dr. Brian Jacobsen unpack the biggest economic and market stories, including Fed Governor Kevin Warsh's closely watched Jackson Hole remarks and the implications for interest rates. They discuss stubborn inflation, signs of a slowing consumer, and why stronger-than-expected second quarter spending data paints a different picture than current sentiment. They also cover Treasury buybacks, falling oil prices, Nvidia's latest surge, and what it all means for investors. Plus, we discuss the proposed Trump account regulations and how to approach retirement planning when your career goals and workplace direction no longer align.
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23 AUG 2026 · Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stepped into a bond market rattled by soaring long-term yields and a federal debt load that has now surpassed $40 trillion, but did his intervention solve anything or simply expose a bigger problem? This week, Dave Spano and Dr. Brian Jacobsen unpack the drama in the Treasury market, the Fed's increasingly hawkish stance, and what a weaker dollar, rising gold prices, and surging oil could mean for investors. Plus, they examine the growing divide in the consumer economy as Walmart stumbles, Target surges, and Wall Street searches for the next signal on the health of the U.S. economy. We also discuss planning for the rising costs of healthcare and your first year of retirement.
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16 AUG 2026 · Sunday, August 15th. The Inflation Illusion: Why Prices Still Hurt
Cooling inflation, softer consumer spending, stronger small-business optimism, and rising markets: this week's economic data offered something for both optimists and skeptics. We break down the latest inflation reports, what they may signal for Federal Reserve policy, why consumers are still feeling pressure from higher prices, and what upcoming jobs data could reveal about the economy's direction. This discussion is for informational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice.
Senior Annex team members contribute market updates, investment trends, and answer questions related to investing and planning.
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| Author | Woodward Podcast Network |
| Organization | Woodward Community Media |
| Categories | Business |
| Website | www.whby.com |
| podcast@wcmnew.com |
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