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In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments’ Founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his perspective on whether deep market crashes and recessions are less likely today, what history tells us about the relationship between government debt and GDP, whether construction trends are a reliable leading economic indicator and how investors should think about risk and market volatility in their portfolios. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 08/17/2026. Visit our episode page, where you will find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Bull market’s four-year anniversary • Financial companies kick off Q3 earnings • September US inflation readings Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1.) Source: FactSet, as of 10/15/2026. S&P 500 bull markets, daily, 6/1/1932 – 9/30/2026. Current bull market is ongoing. 2.) Source: FactSet, as of 10/13/2026. MSCI World Index return with net dividends, 1/4/2022 – 10/12/2022. 3.) Source: Finaeon, as of 10/13/2026. S&P 500 Total Return Index from 12/31/1929 – 12/31/2025. 4.) FactSet, as of 10/13/2026. Earnings Insight Report, published 10/9/2026. 5.) Source: CNBC, as of 10/13/2026. “Bank Earnings Takeaways: Here’s how JPMorgan, Goldman, Wells Fargo and…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • The latest stock market record high • The details behind the latest Fed rate hike • Spain’s surprise election Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. CNBC, as of 10/07/2026. “S&P 500 Posts First Close Above 7,800, Boosted by Tech Gains and Cooler Yields,” 10/06/2026. 2. FactSet and Finaeon, Inc., as of 7/10/2026. S&P 500 quarterly total returns, Q1 1926 – Q2 2026. 3. Federal Reserve, as of 10/07/2026. Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, September 15-16, 2026. 4. Federal Reserve, as of 10/06/2026. Economy at a Glance – Inflation (PCE), 8/02/2024. 5. CNBC, as of 10/06/2026. “Vance Says Fed Should Lower Interest Rates,” 9/03/2026. 6. The Wall…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • What happened in Q3 • The US September jobs report • US-China trade developments Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: FactSet, as of 10/01/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, 12/31/2025 – 9/30/2026. 2. Source: European Central Bank, as of 9/10/2026. Monetary policy decisions, 9/10/2026. 3. Sources: Federal Reserve, as of 9/28/2026. Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement, 9/16/2026. 4. Source: The Wall Street Journal, as of 9/15/2026. “Global Bond Selloff Deepens as 10-Year Yields Hit Multiyear Highs,” 9/15/2026. 5. Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, as of 8/20/2026. Debt to the Penny, 8/19/2026. 6. Source: The Wall Street Journal, as…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Stock and bond market volatility • Bitcoin volatility • Financial planning Roth conversions Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1.) Source: FactSet and Macrobond, as of 9/24/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, US, Germany, UK, Canada and Greece 10-year government bond yields, monthly, 9/21/2026 – 9/25/2026. 2.) Source: CNBC, as of 9/22/2026. “Trump Says DOJ Will Rein in AI ‘If We Have To,’” 9/21/2026. 3.) Source: FactSet and Macrobond, as of 9/24/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, US, Germany, UK, Canada and Greece 10-year government bond yields, monthly, 1/1/1990 – 9/25/2026. 4.) Source: Macrobond, as of 9/24/2026. US and GDP-weighted developed…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • The Fed’s interest rate decision • Tech volatility amid AI pause talks • Climbing bond yields Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: WSJ, as of 9/16/2026. “U.S. Stocks Fall After Fed Rate Increase,” 9/16/2026. 2. Source: Macrobond, as of 9/16/2026. US and GDP-weighted developed markets excluding US government bond yield spreads (10Y – 3M), daily, 1/1/2025 – 9/15/2026. 3. Source: FactSet, as of 9/16/2026. Q1 reported earnings and Q2 estimated earnings for the MSCI World, S&P 500, MSCI Japan, MSCI European Economic and Monetary Union and MSCI UK, Q1 2026 – Q2 2026. 4. Source: WSJ, as of 9/15/2026. “U.S. Stocks Fall on Fears AI Companies, Fed…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • US inflation data for August • British Chancellor John Healey’s speech on the UK government budget • Eurozone interest rates Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 9/11/2026. Y/y US headline and core CPI inflation, May 2026 – July 2026. 2. Source: Macrobond, as of 9/11/2026. Y/y percent change in M2 (money supply) for US, UK, eurozone and Japan, local currencies, monthly, August 2025 – August 2026. 3. Source: Welcome to GOV.UK , as of 9/8/2026. Chancellor John Healey’s Growth Speech 2026, 9/7/2026. 4. Source: The Guardian, as of 9/8/2026. “Burnham Beware, the Bond Markets Will Demand Proper Answers in the…

This Week in Review | US-Iran War, Employment Data, G20 Finance Ministers’ Meeting (Sept. 4, 2026) The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • US-Iran war escalation • US employment data for August • The G20 finance ministers’ meeting Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: WSJ, as of 9/3/2026. “U.S. and Iran Trade Strikes in Latest Fight for Control of Hormuz” 2. Source: MarketWatch, as of 9/4/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 9/3/2026. 3. Source: FactSet, as of 9/4/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, 8/31/2026 – 9/3/2026. 4. Source: MarketWatch, as of 9/4/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 1/1/2022 – 9/3/2026. 5. Source: MarketWatch, as of 9/4/2026. Brent Crude continuous…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • US-Canada trade negotiations • AI data center pushback • Treasury department’s debt buyback Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: CNBC, as of 8/25/2026. “Canada Unveils Retaliatory Tariffs on About $20 Billion of U.S. Goods”, 8/25/2026. 2. Source: FactSet, as of 8/25/2026. Canadian Imports to US, 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025. 3. Source: FactSet, as of 8/27/2026. US Imports to Canada, 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025. 4. Source: National Conference of State Legislatures, as of 8/26/2026. “Which States Are Banning Data Centers?”, 7/1/2026. 5. Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, as of 8/20/2026. Debt to the Penny, 8/19/2026. 6. Source: CNBC, as of 8/25/2026.…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • US debt reaching $40 trillion • Rising global bond yields • US-Canada trade negotiations Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, as of 8/20/2026. Debt to the Penny, 8/19/2026. 2. Source: Treasury Direct, as of 8/21/2026. Recent Auction Results. 3. Source: Office of Management and Budget, as of 8/21/2026. Fiscal Year Federal Interest Outlays as a Percent of Annual Federal Tax Receipts from 1940 - 2025. 4. Source: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, as of 8/20/2026. Market Yield on U.S. Treasury Securities at 30-Year Constant Maturity, Quoted on an Investment Basis (DGS30), 8/19/2026. 5. Source: Macrobond, as of…

In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments’ Founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his perspective on artificial intelligence (AI) for investment advice, inflation’s relationship with wage growth and investor portfolios, and his stock-selection process. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 06/17/2026. Visit our episode page, where you will find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • US and global markets all-time highs • US nonfarm payroll and unemployment data • Yen intervention Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: FactSet, as of 8/7/2026. S&P 500 Total Returns Index and MSCI World Total Returns Index, daily, 6/1/2026 – 8/7/2026. 2. Source: FactSet, as of 8/6/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, monthly, 1/1/1970 – 7/31/2026. All-time high is calculated according to month-end numbers. 3. Source: Trading Economics, as of 8/7/2026. United States Non Farm Payrolls and Unemployment Rate, June 2026 – July 2026. 4. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 8/7/2026. Civilian Labor Force Participation Rate, July 2026. 5.…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • The Fed’s recent interest rate decision • US first estimate for Q2 2026 GDP growth • The eurozone’s first estimate for Q2 2026 GDP growth Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: Trading Economics, as of 7/30/2026. United States Fed Funds interest rate, 7/29/2026. 2. Source: Bureau of Economic Analysis, as of 7/31/2026. US GDP growth, annualized, Q1 2026 – Q2 2026. 3. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 7/31/2026. Y/y US Headline and Core CPI Inflation, January 2026 – June 2026. 4. Source: FactSet, Finaeon, Inc., as of 7/31/2026. S&P 500 Total Return Index annual returns categorized by US real GDP annual percent changes of the…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Recent market volatility • Tariff announcements • SpaceX earnings date Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: FactSet, CoinMarketCap, and Finaeon, as of 7/24/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, Brent crude oil, Bitcoin close price, & US Treasury Constant Maturity, 10-Year Yield, daily, 7/20/2026 – 7/24/2026. 2. Source: Macrobond, as of 7/23/2026. Brent crude oil futures positioning (open interest) across the futures curve, August 2026 – May 2027. 3. Source: The Wall Street Journal, as of 7/22/2026. “Trump Imposes Additional 50% Tariffs on Certain Canadian Goods,” 7/20/2026. 4. Source: CNBC, as of 7/21/2026. “SpaceX sets earnings date,…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • US-Iran Conflict • US Inflation • New UK Prime Minister Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: MarketWatch, as of 7/17/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 1/1/2026 – 7/16/2026. 2. Source: MarketWatch, as of 7/17/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 1/1/2022 – 12/31/2022. 3. Source: MarketWatch, as of 7/17/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 7/16/2026. 4. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 7/14/2026. Y/y US Headline and Core CPI Inflation, January 2026 – June 2026. 5. Source: Macrobond, as of 7/6/2026. Y/y percent change in M2 (money supply) for US, UK, eurozone and Japan, local currencies, monthly, May 2025 – May 2026. Want…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • June’s final composite PMIs • SpaceX joins the Nasdaq 100 • Required Minimum Distribution reminder Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: • Source: TradingEconomics, as of 7/7/2026. US and Japan Composite PMIs, May 2026 - June 2026. • Source: TradingEconomics, as of 7/7/2026. Eurozone Composite PMI,May 2026 - June 2026. • Source: TradingEconomics, as of 7/7/2026. United Kingdom Composite PMI, June 2026. • Source: TradingEconomics, as of 7/7/2026. United States, University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index, July 2016 – June 2026. • Source: Reuters, as of 7/7/2026. “MSCI Confirms Early Index Inclusion Rules Ahead of SpaceX IPO,” 6/8/2026. Want to dig…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Q2 market performance • June’s US jobs report • US-Mexico-Canada agreement Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: • Source: FactSet, as of 7/1/2026. MSCI World Index Total Return Level, monthly and quarterly, 3/31/2026 – 6/30/2026. • Source: MarketWatch, as of 7/1/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 1/31/2026 – 6/30/2026. • Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 7/2/2026. Y/y US Headline CPI Inflation, January 2022 – May 2026. • Source: Trading Economics, as of 7/2/2026. United States Non Farm Payrolls and Unemployment Rate, March 2026 – June 2026. Want to dig deeper? • What monthly jobs data actually means for markets:…

In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments’ Founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his perspective on a potential shift of the current monetary system to digital currencies, whether rising oil prices lead to inflation and if he still hates annuities. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 05/15/2026. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Oil price changes • The UK Prime Minister resignation • Tech stock pullback Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: MarketWatch, as of 6/26/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 1/1/2026 – 6/25/2026. 2. Source: MarketWatch, as of 6/26/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 1/1/2026 – 6/25/2026. 3. Source: FactSet, as of 6/25/2026. S&P 500 Total Return Index, 12/31/2025 – 6/25/2026 4. Source: MarketWatch, as of 6/26/2026. Brent Crude contracts for monthly delivery for August 2026 – April 2027, 1/1/2026 – 6/25/2026. 5. Source: Wall Street Journal, as of 6/26/2026. “U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer Resigns Amid Labour Party Rebellion,” 6/22/2026.…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Eurozone and UK inflation data trends • The Fed’s recent interest rate decision • US and Iran peace deal developments Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: The Federal Reserve, as of 6/18/2026. Fed Funds Policy Rate. 2. Source: The Federal Reserve, as of 6/18/2026. “Federal Reserve Issues FOMC Statement”, 6/17/2026. 3. Source: FactSet, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, as of 6/18/2026. S&P 500 Price Return Index, Market Yield on US Treasury Securities at 2-Year Constant Maturity, Quoted on an Investment Basis, 6/16/2026 – 6/17/2026. 4. Source: Trading Economics, as of 6/18/2026. European Central Bank Interest Rate Decisions, United Kingdom…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • The SpaceX IPO • Rising US inflation • The European Central Bank’s rate hike Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: J.P. Morgan as of 6/10/2026, Global Markets Strategy, June 2026. 2. Source: Warrington College of Business, University of Florida as of 4/23/2026. 3. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 6/10/2026. Y/y US Headline CPI Inflation, January 2023 – May 2026. 4. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 6/10/2026. Y/y US Headline CPI Inflation, May 2026. 5. Source: Macrobond, as of 6/10/2026. Y/y percent change in M2 (money supply) for US, UK eurozone and Japan, local currencies, monthly, January 2005 – April 2026. 6.…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Recent IPO Activity • May US jobs data • Rising credit card debt Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: The Wall Street Journal, as of 6/2/2026. “Anthropic Files to Go Public in Blockbuster Year for IPOs”, by Kate Clark and Corrie Driebusch. 2. Source: The Wall Street Journal, as of 6/4/2026. “Terms Revealed for SpaceX’s Unconventional $75 Billion IPO”, by Becky Peterson and Corrie Driebusch. 3. Source: Warrington College of Business, University of Florida as of 6/2/2026. Returns from IPOs held 1980 – 2024 during the first/second year after issuing and averaged annually across the first five years. Compared to equally weighted average returns…

In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments’ Founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his thoughts on whether high inflation and a worsening job market signal a recession, if US policy unpredictability makes the country less “investable”, whether the "Sell in May" investing adage holds up to scrutiny and what risks the rising national debt poses to investors. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 04/22/2026. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Eurozone consumer confidence • Developments in Iran • Rising government bond yields Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: • Source: FactSet, Macrobond, as of 5/28/2026. Eurozone government bond spreads (10Y – 3M), 1/1/2025 – 5/27/2026. Y/y eurozone loan growth, monthly, 9/30/1997 – 4/30/2026. • Source: European Commission, as of 5/28/2026. Euro Area Consumer Confidence Index, May 2016 – May 2026. • Source: The Wall Street Journal, as of 5/28/2026. “Iran Talks Bog Down Over Nuclear Program and Sanctions Relief”, 5/25/2026. • Source: FactSet, as of 5/29/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, 1/1/2026 – 5/28/2026. • Source: FactSet, as of 5/19/2026. 10-year…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • The latest in UK politics • What a new Fed chair means for markets • Recent and expected IPO activity Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: • Source: GOV.UK, as of 5/22/2026. Past Prime Ministers. • Source: BBC, as of 5/21/2026. “Election Results at a Glance”, 5/9/2026. • Source: FactSet, as of 5/22/2026. S&P 500 average and median price returns in the 6 and 12 months from market close before the new Fed head’s start date, 9/16/1930 – 2/5/2019. • Source: University of Florida, as of 5/22/2026. Percentage returns on IPOs from 1980-2024 during the first five years after issuing, January 1980 – December 2024. Want to dig deeper? • What recent UK political…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: US April inflation data President Trump meets with Xi Jinping Fed Chair confirmation hearing Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 5/12/2026. US Headline CPI Inflation, January 2023 – April 2026. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 5/12/2026. US Core CPI Inflation, April 2026. Source: Center for Financial Stability, FactSet, as of 5/12/2026. Divisia M4 (index), January 2016 – April 2026, Eurozone M3, January 2016 – April 2026. Source: Trading Economics, as of 5/12/2026, Brent Crude Oil spot price per barrel, 3/1/2026 – 5/11/2026. Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, FactSet, as of 5/14/2026.…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Strong Q1 earnings • US national debt concerns • April employment data Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: • Source: Macrobond, as of 5/5/2026. S&P 500, price returns, USD, daily, 1/1/2025 – 2/25/2026. • Source: Fisher Investments Research, FactSet, as of 4/17/2026. Bilateral trade as a percentage of global trade. • Source: Macrobond, US Office of Management & Budget, as of 5/4/2026. Federal Interest Payments / Tax Revenue, yearly, 1970 – 2031. Data beyond 2025 is estimated. • Source: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED), as of 5/4/2026.Market Yield on U.S. Treasury Securities at 10-Year Constant Maturity, 1/02/1962 – 5/1/2026. • Source: Bureau of…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • April market recap • The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) withdrawal from OPEC • The latest US and eurozone GDP figures Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: FactSet, as of 5/1/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, daily, from 12/31/2025 – 4/30/2026. 2. Source: FactSet, as of 5/1/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index and Brent oil prices, daily, from 12/31/2025 – 4/30/2026. 3. Source: Macrobond, FactSet, as of 4/21/2026. 12-month forward earnings per share growth estimates for the MSCI World, MSCI Europe and S&P 500, weekly, 1/1/2026 – 4/13/2026. 4. Source: CNN, as of 4/30/2026. “UAE Quits OPEC in Blow to Cartel That Could Reshape Global Oil…

In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments’ founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his thoughts on whether world wars create or end recessions, what will happen with inflation in 2026, if REITs are sound investment options and why cap-weighted indexes are superior to price-weighted indexes. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 03/23/2026. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • An update on the Iran-US conflict negotiations • Senate confirmation hearing for Fed chair nominee • Stocks recover from recent pullback to set new all-time highs Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1.) Source: Macrobond and FactSet, as of 4/23/2026. US and global developed market GDP-weighted yield curves, 3/31/2025 – 3/31/2026. 2.) Source: CNBC, as of 4/23/2026. “Tillis maintains blockade on Fed pick Kevin Warsh over Powell probe”. 3.) Source: CNBC, as of 4/23/2026. “Powell says he will stay on as head of the Fed until Warsh is confirmed”. 4.) Source: FactSet, as of 4/23/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, daily, from 1/1/2026 – 4/20/2026. 5.)…

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Iran conflict ceasefire negotiations • Canada’s byelection • UK economic update Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: FactSet, as of 4/16/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, daily, 3/30/2026 – 4/15/2026. 2. Source: FactSet, Trading Economics and Macrobond, as of 4/16/2026. Y/y S&P 500 earnings and revenue growth, actual and estimated, 4/10/2026. US, UK, eurozone, and Japan flash manufacturing and service PMIs, March 2026. US and global developed market GDP-weighted yield curves, 3/31/2025 – 3/31/2026. 3. “Elections and Defections Unshackle Canada’s Liberals Under Carney”, Ian Austen, The New York Time, 4/14/2026. 4. Source: FactSet, as of…

In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments’ founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his thoughts on topics like the accuracy of inflation data, whether a currency reset is underway, should investors consider commodity opportunities and leading economic indicators. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 02/20/2026. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Updates on the Middle East conflict • Recent US inflation data • Market Trends: Liberation Day Tariffs Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show: 1. Source: FactSet and Trading Economics, as of 4/10/2026. MSCI World Index return with net dividends and Brent crude oil, 12/31/2025 – 3/31/2026. 2. Source: FactSet, as of 4/10/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, Brent crude oil, and Dutch TTF natural gas, 4/8/2026. 3. Source: FactSet, as of 4/10/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, 3/30/2026 – 4/8/2026. 4. Source: Macrobond and FactSet, as of 4/10/2026. US and global developed market GDP-weighted yield curves, 3/31/2025 – 3/31/2026. 5. Source: U.S. Bureau of…

In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments’ founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his thoughts on topics like tariffs’ economic impact, the probability of a recession in 2026, being a “perma-bull,” and comparisons between AI stocks and the dot-com bubble.. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 01/12/2026. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments’ founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his thoughts on topics like dollar devaluation fears, the importance of time in the market versus timing the market, the potential risks posed by private credit markets during a period of financial crisis, the price-to-sales ratio and more. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments’ founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his expert insights on topics like investing during periods of high inflation, recognizing the turning point in a bear market, the potential impact of phasing out pennies, and the rise of cashless payments. With a blend of historical perspective and practical advice, Ken offers valuable guidance on markets and long-term investing. Episode recorded on 11/20/2025. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder Ken Fisher answers a fresh batch of listener questions. Ken discusses the role of sentiment in short-term market swings, the market impact of natural disasters, how US debt compares to other governments around the world and whether home affordability and student debt are headwinds to markets and the economy. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 10/14/2025. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder Ken Fisher answers a fresh batch of listeners questions. Ken discusses whether stocks are in a bubble, if budget deficits impact the US dollar’s global reserve currency status, what rising long bond yields mean for the global economy and the impact of presidential term cycles on stock market returns. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 9/18/2025. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder Ken Fisher answers a fresh batch of listeners questions. Ken discusses the pros and cons of owning cryptocurrency, whether the end of the bull market is near, and if the leading economic index could be signaling recession. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 8/19/2025. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Michael Hanson, Senior Vice President of Research at Fisher Investments, answers a fresh batch of listeners questions. Michael answers questions on the service cost of the national debt, utilizing dividend stocks for cash flow and whether the “One Big Beautiful Bill” is beneficial for companies and stocks. These insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 7/10/2025 Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder Ken Fisher answers a fresh batch of listeners questions. Ken discusses the post-“Liberation Day” market drop and whether investors should expect more tariff-related volatility. He also addresses sequence of return risk, before taking a closer look at the relationship between rising interest rates and the dollar. These insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Episode recorded on 6/18/2025 Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder, Ken Fisher, answers a fresh batch of listeners questions. Ken discusses the hidden reality behind trade deficits and tariff collection. He also delves into the parallels between this year’s market volatility and that of 1998. All that, and much more, in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder Ken Fisher answers a fresh batch of listeners questions. Ken discusses the pitfalls of technical investing, stop losses and wealth taxes. He also shares his thoughts on whether US tariffs will bring manufacturing jobs back to the US, and whether life and long-term care insurance are good investments. All that, and much more, in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder Ken Fisher answers a fresh batch of listeners questions. Ken discusses the market impact of the current administration’s regulatory approach, the Federal Reserve's balance sheet reduction and its implications for investors. He also shares his thoughts on the oil market and whether the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) will influence the economy. All that, and much more, in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder and Co-Chief Investment Officer Ken Fisher answers a new round of listener questions. Ken explains why the Trump administration’s pro-crypto agenda hasn’t changed his outlook on bitcoin. He also discusses how the continued development of the election vehicle market might affect the auto industry. All that, and much more, in this episode of the Market Insights podcast. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder and Co-Chief Investment Officer Ken Fisher answers a new round of listener questions. Ken offers his thoughts on digital currencies and defines investor sentiment and ways to gauge it. He also discusses the likelihood of an impending bear market and whether meme stocks are something worth paying attention to. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder and Co-Chief Investment Officer Ken Fisher answers a new round of listener questions. Ken covers the tax efficiencies of capital gains vs dividends, along with how to think about portfolio diversification. He also offers his thoughts on algorithmic trading and lastly, reveals what he believes is the biggest mistakes that investors make. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder and Co-Chief Investment Officer Ken Fisher answers a new round of listener questions. Ken shares his thoughts on the current state of investor sentiment, along with discussing when is the best time to buy a home. He also discusses the impact of tariffs on the economy. Visit our episode page, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder and Co-Chief Investment Officer Ken Fisher addresses a common investor concern—US national debt. Visit our episode page https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/insights/podcasts/june-2024-ken-fisher-discusses-us-national-debt-fears, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.

In this episode, Fisher Investments’ founder and Co-Chief Investment Officer answers a new round of listener questions. Ken provides his inflation outlook and why you should be forward looking when buying stocks. He also offers his thoughts on the state of the commodity market and highlights emerging markets opportunities outside of China. Visit our episode page https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/insights/podcasts/apr-2024-ken-fisher-answers-questions-on-inflation, where you’ll find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor. And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at marketinsights@fi.com. We may use them in an upcoming episode.