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Weekly Market Update: May 11, 2026
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Weekly Market Update: May 11, 2026

Markets moved sharply higher last week, led by continued strength in large-cap technology and growth-oriented sectors.

• S&P 500: +2.75%

• NASDAQ: +4.45%

• Dow: +1.36%

Key themes:

• The S&P 500 and NASDAQ reached fresh record highs

• Technical conditions suggested increased short-term caution after the rally

Takeaway:

The broader trend remains constructive, but elevated momentum and upcoming inflation data may lead to continued volatility.

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The Hidden Leverage in Your Compensation
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The Hidden Leverage in Your Compensation

Most high-income professionals aren’t missing opportunities because they lack access to investments.

They’re missing them because their compensation isn’t coordinated.

401(k). ESPP. Equity comp.
Each decision makes sense on its own- but rarely gets aligned.

That’s where the real leverage is.

I put together a short piece breaking down how to think about these pieces together, not in isolation.

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Weekly Market Update: May 4, 2026
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Weekly Market Update: May 4, 2026

Markets moved modestly higher last week as mega-cap earnings and positive macro data supported investor sentiment.

• S&P 500: +0.78%

• NASDAQ: +0.91%

• Dow: +0.67%

Key themes:

• Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon earnings helped support index-level gains

• Economic data reinforced a stable but moderate growth backdrop

Takeaway:

Markets remain near highs, with investors watching earnings, inflation, and broader economic momentum.

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Estate Planning: Small Decisions That Shape a Lasting Legacy
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Estate Planning: Small Decisions That Shape a Lasting Legacy

Most people assume estate planning is about documents and legal strategy.

What I’ve found is—it’s usually about the small things people overlook.

Things like:

  • Outdated beneficiaries

  • Accounts not aligned with intentions

  • Assets unintentionally going through probate

Individually, they seem minor.

But together, they can create a lot of unnecessary complexity for the people you care about most.

Wrote a quick breakdown on how to simplify it.

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Weekly Market Update: April 27, 2026
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Weekly Market Update: April 27, 2026

Markets finished modestly higher last week as investors digested a critical wave of mega-cap earnings.

• S&P 500: +0.79%

• NASDAQ: +1.77%

• Dow: -0.43%

Key themes:

• Mega-cap earnings drove market direction

• Investor reactions became more selective beneath the surface

Takeaway:

Markets remain constructive, but narrow leadership and earnings-driven volatility continue to shape short-term market behavior.

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