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📊 Weekly Market Recap | July 5–11, 2026

🌍 Conflict Resurfaces
Renewed U.S. strikes on Iran ended the recent ceasefire, causing a brief market pullback as oil prices and bond yields moved higher.

📈 Markets Show Resilience
Despite increased volatility, the major indexes remained near record highs, showing continued confidence from investors.

🛢️ Oil & Inflation Remain Key
Higher energy prices continue to keep inflation in focus, making the outlook for interest rates more challenging.

🏦 Higher Rates May Stick Around
The bond market is signaling that interest rates could remain elevated longer, with the possibility of future rate hikes if inflation persists.

🔍 Looking Ahead:
• CPI & PPI inflation reports
• Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's testimony
• Retail sales & consumer sentiment

Markets posted solid second-quarter gains as investors responded to upbeat economic reports, continued diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, and strong first-quarter corporate numbers. The S&P 500 rose 14.87%, the Nasdaq gained 21.41%, and the Dow picked up 12.90%, while Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite added 6.37%. Looking ahead, markets may continue to react to Middle East updates, oil prices, inflation trends, and the pace of global commerce through the Strait of Hormuz. From U.S. home price growth to Canadian housing forecasts, this quarter’s by-the-numbers highlights the data behind one of North America’s most closely watched markets.

Quarterly Market Insights | July 2026 Stocks saw solid gains in the second quarter, riding a wave of enthusiasm over upbeat economic reports, ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, and strong first-quarter corporate numbers.

📊 Weekly Market Recap | June 28 – July 4, 2026

📈 Markets Finish Q2 Strong
After a challenging first quarter, stocks staged an impressive comeback. The S&P 500 posted its best quarter in six years, with major indexes ending the quarter near record highs.

⛽ Oil Eases, But Risks Remain
Lower oil prices helped support the rally, though inflation and ongoing uncertainty surrounding Iran continue to pose risks for markets.

💼 Jobs Report Misses Expectations
June job growth came in weaker than expected, while fewer people participated in the workforce. The softer report raised concerns about the economy but also fueled speculation that the Fed may hold rates steady.

🔍 This Week's Focus
• Fed speakers
• Weekly jobless claims
• Inflation and interest rate outlook

💡 Bottom line: Markets wrapped up the second quarter on a high note, but investors will be watching closely to see whether slowing job growth and persistent inflation begin to weigh on the economy.

We're excited to officially join the Southwest Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce! We're grateful to be part of this community and look forward to continuing to serve families and businesses throughout Magnolia and the surrounding area.

Welcome to the Chamber: Magnolia Wealth!

The Southwest Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome Magnolia Wealth! Magnolia Wealth offers Tax Smart Retirement, Income & Estate Planning for Individuals, Executives and Small Business Owners.

📍 31336 Nichols Sawmill Road, Magnolia, TX 77355
☎️ 281-576-9531
🔗 www.magnolia-wealth.com

Thank You to Magnolia Wealth for joining our Chamber network as a 🩶SILVER🩶 Member – Helping you protect your legacy.

📊 Weekly Market Recap | June 21–27, 2026

🌍 Iran Uncertainty Continues
Tensions remain in the Middle East as negotiations continue, keeping oil prices elevated and markets watching for any signs of escalation.

📉 Tech Stocks Lead Market Decline
Concerns over AI valuations and higher borrowing costs weighed on technology stocks, pulling the Nasdaq lower while the Dow remained relatively resilient.

🏦 Inflation Stays Elevated
The Fed's preferred inflation measure (PCE) came in higher than expected, reinforcing expectations that interest rates could remain higher for longer.

🔍 This Week's Focus
• June jobs report
• ADP employment data
• Consumer confidence
• Job openings (JOLTS)

💡 Bottom line: Inflation and interest rate expectations continue to drive markets, while investors keep a close eye on tech stocks and developments in the Middle East.

📊 Weekly Market Recap | June 14–20, 2026

🌍 Iran Tensions Ease
A new U.S.-Iran agreement helped lower tensions and pushed oil prices down, providing relief to markets.

📈 Markets Move Higher
The Dow topped 52,000 while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq continued climbing toward record highs.

🛢️ Oil Prices Fall
Oil dropped to around $75 per barrel, helping ease concerns about rising energy costs and inflation.

🏦 Fed Holds Rates Steady
The Federal Reserve left rates unchanged, but signaled that rate cuts may take longer than investors had hoped.

🔍 This Week's Focus
• PCE inflation data
• Consumer spending
• GDP and jobless claims

💡 Bottom line: Falling oil prices provided a boost to markets, but investors remain focused on inflation and the Fed's next moves. While optimism has improved, uncertainty around interest rates and global events continues to keep markets on alert.

📊 Weekly Market Recap | June 7–13, 2026

🌍 Iran Deal Appears Near
After months of uncertainty, reports indicate the U.S. and Iran have reached an agreement to end the conflict. Markets reacted to the back-and-forth headlines throughout the week, creating plenty of volatility.

📈 Markets Pull Back, Then Recover
The S&P 500 fell sharply midweek before recovering some losses by Friday. Lower oil prices and hopes for a resolution in the Middle East helped improve sentiment.

🛢️ Oil Prices Ease
Oil prices fell to their lowest level since early March, providing some relief to investors and helping reduce concerns about prolonged energy disruptions.

🤖 Tech & AI Face New Scrutiny
AI and semiconductor stocks came under pressure as investors questioned lofty valuations and considered the impact higher interest rates could have on future growth.

🏦 Inflation Remains Elevated
• CPI rose to 4.2% year-over-year
• PPI climbed to 6.5% year-over-year

Persistent inflation continues to fuel concerns that the Federal Reserve may need to keep rates higher for longer.

🔍 What to Watch This Week
• The first Fed meeting led by new Chair Kevin Warsh
• Interest rate outlook and Fed commentary
• Retail sales and unemployment claims
• Continued developments with Iran and oil prices

💡 Bottom line: Markets are beginning to shift their focus away from geopolitical tensions and back toward inflation, interest rates, and the outlook for technology stocks. Investors will be watching closely for signals from the Fed on what comes next.

We had a great time sponsoring the 12th Annual Houston Bobcat Club Leadership Council Golf Tournament this past Friday! ⛳️

Reconnecting with old friends, making new ones, and supporting Texas State student-athlete success made for a great day. Rain or shine, the Bobcat community always shows up!

Bobcat Club