Rob Hayes, Financial Advisor

This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from October 2025. Read more here:

October 2025 Monthly Recap The S&P 500 posted solid gains in October, ending within 1% of a new record high set three trading days before month end. Reaffirming optimism in AI, strong earnings and reduced interest rates lifted equities to their sixth straight monthly gain while bonds clinched their third consecutive winning m...

Trade tensions are rising—but so is opportunity. Markets have pulled back amid renewed U.S.–China trade concerns, but history shows volatility often opens the door for long-term growth. Check out the latest commentary for insights on what’s driving the market moves and how investors can stay positioned for what's ahead. Read now:

Trade Tensions Test Investor Nerves - but Opportunity Awaits In our latest commentary, we explore how rising U.S.–China trade tensions are fueling market volatility—and why that may present a buying opportunity. Despite near-term uncertainty, strong fundamentals and ample investor liquidity suggest the pullback could be a healthy reset within a longer-ter...

The federal government has entered its first shutdown in nearly seven years. Check out the latest commentary from Cetera Investment Management that breaks down what it means for the economy, markets, and investors-and why staying focused on the bigger picture matters. Read now:

Government Shutdown Begins: What it Means for Markets and Investors The federal government has entered its first shutdown in nearly seven years. In our latest commentary, we break down what it means for the economy, markets, and investors. While shutdowns can cause near-term disruption, history shows their long-term impact is muted. That’s why staying focused on t...