Montse Terepocki - Financial Advisor

All eyes are on Tuesday’s Consumer Price Index report—the first timely read on inflation in months and a key signal for the Fed. Early signs point to upward pressure: potential payback from understated November data, strong holiday demand, and tariff-related impacts on imported goods prices. On this week’s , CIO Gene Goldman explains why this CPI report matters and what it could mean for rates and markets in 2026.

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Low holiday trading volume and sparse economic data put the spotlight on one thing: the Fed’s divide. This Wednesday’s FOMC meeting minutes could reveal more about the December rate cut and why not every Fed member agreed. With some pushing for deeper cuts and others resisting any move, the minutes may offer critical clues on what’s next for interest rates. On this week’s , CIO Gene Goldman explains why this release matters as markets head into 2026—and what it could mean for stocks if the Fed holds firm.

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Due to the government shutdown, October and November reports are hitting at once—revealing a labor market under pressure and consumer spending losing steam. With CPI expected to rise to 3.1%, bond investors and policymakers are on alert ahead of January’s Fed meeting. On this week’s , Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke breaks down what these reports mean for rates, markets, and your portfolio.

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