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The Market Observatory: Rising Rates, Resilient Markets [Video]
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In the latest episode of the Market Observatory, Chris Fasciano and Sam Millette talk rising rates, resilient markets, and potential opportunities for the well-diversified investor.
The Market Observatory: Reading the Bond Market's Signals [Video]
What message is the bond market sending on inflation—and will the Fed listen? Watch the latest episode of the Market Observatory with Chris Fasciano and Sam Millette for their take on rates, sticky inflation, and what to expect ahead.
Market & Economic Perspectives
09.16.26Estimated Reading Time: 1 Minutes
The Market Observatory: Weak Jobs Report Clouds Fed Rate Path [Video]
Will weak jobs data change the rate outlook for the Fed? In the latest episode of the Market Observatory, Chris Fasciano and Sam Millette talk headline risk, hot inflation, and what the central bank will do next.
Market & Economic Perspectives08.12.26Estimated Reading Time: 1 Minutes
2026 Midyear Outlook: What’s Next for Markets?
What's in store for markets? Chris Fasciano, chief market strategist, provides analysis and insight as we head into the second half of the year.
Market & Economic Perspectives07.20.26Estimated Reading Time: 6 Minutes
LPL Financial 2026 Midyear Outlook: The Market Observatory [Video]
In the LPL Financial 2026 Midyear Outlook edition of the Market Observatory, Chris and Sam discuss what's ahead for investors with LPL CIO Marc Zabicki.
Market & Economic Perspectives07.15.26Estimated Reading Time: 1 Minutes
The Market Observatory: Will the World Cup Be a Win for the U.S. Economy? [Video]
In the latest episode of the Market Observatory, Chris Fasciano and Sam Millette talk the World Cup, economic data, and what it could all mean for investor portfolios.
Market & Economic Perspectives06.17.26Estimated Reading Time: 1 Minutes
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The Market Observatory: Earnings Strength Vs. Inflation Risk [Video]
Will the strength of corporate earnings outweigh the inflation risk? In the latest episode of the Market Observatory, Chris Fasciano and Sam Millette break down what investors should be watching as we look ahead.
Market & Economic Perspectives05.13.26Estimated Reading Time: 1 Minutes
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The Market Observatory: Will the World Cup Be a Win for the U.S. Economy? [Video]
In the latest episode of the Market Observatory, Chris Fasciano and Sam Millette talk the World Cup, economic data, and what it could all mean for investor portfolios.
Market & Economic Perspectives06.17.26Estimated Reading Time: 1 Minutes
The Market Observatory: Earnings Strength Vs. Inflation Risk [Video]
Will the strength of corporate earnings outweigh the inflation risk? In the latest episode of the Market Observatory, Chris Fasciano and Sam Millette break down what investors should be watching as we look ahead.
Market & Economic Perspectives05.13.26Estimated Reading Time: 1 Minutes
LPL Financial 2026 Outlook: The Market Observatory [Video]
In this special LPL Financial 2026 Outlook edition of the Market Observatory, Chris Fasciano and Sam Millette welcome LPL Financial CIO Marc Zabicki to discuss LPL's Outlook and what investors should focus on as we enter the new year.
Market & Economic Perspectives12.17.25Estimated Reading Time: 1 Minutes
2026 Outlook: What’s the Big Picture?
Where will markets and the economy go in the year ahead? Chris Fasciano, chief market strategist, explores the big picture and looks to the LPL Research 2026 Outlook to put the details in focus.
Market & Economic Perspectives12.11.25Estimated Reading Time: 6 Minutes
Inside the HNW Mindset: Marketing Made Personal
How can you effectively use marketing to capture the attention of HNW clients? Learn four best practices for tapping into the HNW mindset and making a lasting impression on this lucrative group.
Marketing & Practice Management
08.12.25Estimated Reading Time: 1 Minutes
2025 Midyear Outlook: For Fixed Income, Slow and Steady Wins the Race
Despite broader market turbulence, fixed income held up well to start the year. Will it be the same story in the second half? Find out in the last installment of our Midyear Outlook from Sam Millette, director, fixed income.
Market & Economic Perspectives
06.20.25Estimated Reading Time: 5 Minutes
2025 Midyear Outlook: The Market Observatory [Video]
In this special Midyear Outlook edition of the Market Observatory, Chris Fasciano, Sam Millette, and guest Brad McMillan talk all things economy and markets for the second half.
Market & Economic Perspectives06.18.25Estimated Reading Time: 1 Minutes
