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March 2026 Market Update: Wobbling stocks, stronger bonds

Markets shifted in February, and that matters for how portfolios are positioned today. Thrivent's March Market Update explains what drove stock volatility, why bonds strengthened, and how we’re thinking about risk and diversification moving forward.

Heightened geopolitical and market uncertainty in February pushed investors toward bonds and commodities.

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Interest rates are shifting. Understanding the purpose and timeline of your cash can help you decide whether and how to invest it for optimal returns. Ask yourself two questions. ⬇️ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Interest rates are shifting. Understanding the purpose and timeline of your cash can help you decide whether and how to invest it for optimal returns. Ask yourself two questions. ⬇️ See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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"Stop Fighting on the Way to the Funeral Home" Presentation by Jolene Brown Tuesday, March 31 at 5:30 PM at the Clay County Fairgrounds It happens, far too often in family business. Promises are spoken and broken, facts are assumed, habits are hardened…and before we know it, we’ve got family fighting on the way to the funeral home. It’s time we honor the family and do the business right! This value-packed, fun-filled workshop highlights the important work for successful transitions. Tested tools are provided to help increase productivity, profitability, and peace of mind. From conversations to contracts, from assumptions to clarification, and from complaints to celebrations, we will open eyes and save fighting on the way to the funeral home. Dinner event in Spencer-- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stop-fighting-on-the-way-to-the-funeral-home-presentation-by-jolene-brown-tickets-1981347265006?aff=oddtdtcreator Disclosure: No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.

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"Stop Fighting on the Way to the Funeral Home" Presentation by Jolene Brown Tuesday, March 31 at 5:30 PM at the Clay County Fairgrounds It happens, far too often in family business. Promises are spoken and broken, facts are assumed, habits are hardened…and before we know it, we’ve got family fighting on the way to the funeral home. It’s time we honor the family and do the business right! This value-packed, fun-filled workshop highlights the important work for successful transitions. Tested tools are provided to help increase productivity, profitability, and peace of mind. From conversations to contracts, from assumptions to clarification, and from complaints to celebrations, we will open eyes and save fighting on the way to the funeral home. Dinner event in Spencer-- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stop-fighting-on-the-way-to-the-funeral-home-presentation-by-jolene-brown-tickets-1981347265006?aff=oddtdtcreator Disclosure: No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.

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With interest rates shifting, now's the time to make sure your cash, investments and other savings are still well positioned to support your needs and goals—whether that means prioritizing flexibility or focusing on higher potential returns. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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With interest rates shifting, now's the time to make sure your cash, investments and other savings are still well positioned to support your needs and goals—whether that means prioritizing flexibility or focusing on higher potential returns. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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February 2026 Market Update: Stocks rose and broadened

International equities outperformed U.S. markets, the dollar weakened, and key economic indicators held firm. Catch all the insights in this month’s market update. ⬇️

Resilient economic data, broadening market strength and improving bond conditions set an encouraging tone for investors in January’s dynamic market landscape.

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The cost of cash: Where to invest when interest rates shift

Whether you’re saving for something big, looking to generate a steady income, or seeking flexible access to your cash, there are smart ways to keep your money productive and there for you when you need it—regardless of shifting interest rates. Explore your options below and let’s connect to keep your goals on track as interest rates change.

Keeping too much cash on hand can hurt your portfolio. Discover tips to help optimize returns when rates fluctuate. Contact a financial...

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When you’re juggling big priorities—saving for a home, paying down debt or supporting a growing family—investing is easy to push to the bottom of the list. But here’s why it deserves your attention. 👇 Even small, steady contributions can grow meaningfully over time thanks to compound growth. The earlier you begin and the more consistent you are, the greater your long-term potential. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aS7iRG

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When you’re juggling big priorities—saving for a home, paying down debt or supporting a growing family—investing is easy to push to the bottom of the list. But here’s why it deserves your attention. 👇 Even small, steady contributions can grow meaningfully over time thanks to compound growth. The earlier you begin and the more consistent you are, the greater your long-term potential. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aS7iRG

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As retirement gets closer, your financial focus may shift, and reassessing your risk tolerance becomes even more important. Here’s why. 👇 Your goals, time horizon and comfort level with market swings likely look different than they did 5 or 10 years ago. Your portfolio should reflect that. This guide can help you understand how risk tolerance works, why it matters and what influences it: https://bit.ly/49cq5pt Let’s review your strategy together and make sure your investments support your next chapter.

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As retirement gets closer, your financial focus may shift, and reassessing your risk tolerance becomes even more important. Here’s why. 👇 Your goals, time horizon and comfort level with market swings likely look different than they did 5 or 10 years ago. Your portfolio should reflect that. This guide can help you understand how risk tolerance works, why it matters and what influences it: https://bit.ly/49cq5pt Let’s review your strategy together and make sure your investments support your next chapter.

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Want to know which two key economic indicators Thrivent’s Chief Financial & Investment Officer, David Royal, will be watching in 2026? Hear his thoughts: https://bit.ly/4qryL1x

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Want to know which two key economic indicators Thrivent’s Chief Financial & Investment Officer, David Royal, will be watching in 2026? Hear his thoughts: https://bit.ly/4qryL1x

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Thrivent’s Head of Equity Investments, Jim Tinucci, shares what he’s watching most closely as we head into 2026, given market volatility and mixed economic signals: https://bit.ly/3LM213M

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Thrivent’s Head of Equity Investments, Jim Tinucci, shares what he’s watching most closely as we head into 2026, given market volatility and mixed economic signals: https://bit.ly/3LM213M

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