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September 2026 Market Update: Healthy growth sends stocks to new highs

Markets continue to navigate a mix of opportunities and challenges. Strong earnings, AI-driven investment and a resilient labor market supported equities, while higher interest rates remain a key consideration for investors. Learn more in Thrivent's September Market Update. ⬇️

U.S. economy continues to grow at a healthy rate, but key risks remain for investors.

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August 2026 Market Update: Strong economy, higher yields

The market continues to navigate a changing landscape. While technology and AI remain important drivers, leadership is expanding into areas like financials and energy. Combined with a resilient economy and attractive bond yields, diversification remains as important as ever. Read Thrivent's August Market Update for more. ⬇️

Strong economic growth, broadening market leadership and attractive bond yields remain key market themes.

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June 2026 Market Update: Stocks and inflation keep rising

Markets up. Risks remain. See what’s driving Thrivent's outlook. ⬇️

Positive equity momentum continues, tempered by concerns around inflation, consumer resilience, and global conflict.

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Happy to share Thrivent has been named to the Fortune 500 list in 2026 for the 32nd consecutive year! Honored to be part of an organization with a legacy of financial strength and stability, guided by purpose and good stewardship.

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Happy to share Thrivent has been named to the Fortune 500 list in 2026 for the 32nd consecutive year! Honored to be part of an organization with a legacy of financial strength and stability, guided by purpose and good stewardship.

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May 2026 Market Update: Optimism inflates equities

Thrivent's May Market Update breaks down what’s driving recent volatility, how stocks and bonds are responding, and why staying diversified and focused on fundamentals remains important.

Moderating growth, steady inflation and ongoing global uncertainty are shaping our outlook.

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Gain insight into the potential ripple effects of energy sector disruption with John Groton, Thrivent’s Sector Lead for Materials, Energy and Utilities: https://bit.ly/4myuzf0

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Gain insight into the potential ripple effects of energy sector disruption with John Groton, Thrivent’s Sector Lead for Materials, Energy and Utilities: https://bit.ly/4myuzf0

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Multi-year guaranteed annuity (MYGA) vs. certificate of deposit (CD)

Certificates of deposit and multi-year guarantee annuities can both help offer predictability to your portfolio, particularly in an uncertain market. Here’s how to know which might make sense for you. 36386k-2

Multi-year guaranteed annuities (MYGAs) and certificates of deposit (CDs) are two solutions that help protect your money while providing the opportunity to...

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What is a multi-year guaranteed annuity (MYGA) & how does it work?

Which one of the following tools have you used to help add predictability to your portfolio during periods of market uncertainty? 1. Certificate of deposit (CD) 2. High-yield savings account 3. Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity (MYGA) If you’ve never heard of a MYGA before, you’re not alone. Let’s explore what it is and how it might work for you. 36386k

When you're looking for investment solutions that offer stability and security—especially in an uncertain market—your options aren't just limited to CDs and...

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What’s the new expectation for Federal interest rate cuts? Hear Thrivent’s Chief Investment Strategist Steve Lowe share his predictions: https://bit.ly/4cw8MQF

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What’s the new expectation for Federal interest rate cuts? Hear Thrivent’s Chief Investment Strategist Steve Lowe share his predictions: https://bit.ly/4cw8MQF

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1st Quarter 2026 Market Review: Geopolitics takes center stage

Q1 reminded investors that markets don’t move in straight lines. Thrivent's Q1 2026 Market Review highlights increased volatility in stocks, growth in small-cap and value stocks and that bonds faced pressure as yields moved higher.

Escalating geopolitical tensions reshaped markets, influencing inflation, consumer confidence, equity leadership, bond yields and commodity prices during a...

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