Fact Sheets
August 19, 2025
2025
Equity markets rebounded strongly in the second quarter, recouping losses from Q1. Trump’s aggressive stance on tariffs and trade, which heightened fears of recession in the first quarter, culminated with the highly anticipated and shocking ‘Liberation Day’ reciprocal tariffs on April 2, which were far higher than anyone expected. Looking backwards, the sharply negative market reaction to this tariff announcement marked ‘peak uncertainty’ and the market’s low point. Stocks began a rebound, which gained steam through the quarter end after the administration announced a 90-day delay in tariff implementation to provide time for negotiation.
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August 19, 2025
2025
U.S. stocks staged an impressive rebound in the second quarter following a rocky first quarter that witnessed the worst performance by major indices in nearly three years. The S&P 500 gained 10.6%, the Nasdaq surged 17.8%, and the Russell 2000 rose 8.1%. Q2 brought a welcome mix of diminishing tariff tension, positive earnings surprises, resurgent AI enthusiasm, resilient consumer data, and a series of cooler-than-expected inflation prints.
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Commentary and Research Papers
August 19, 2025
2025
Oil and natural gas prices have been mixed amid production increases and worries about the global economy, but energy equities appear to have found their footing recently. Pinnacle’s Jack Bocock weighs in on several Energy Sector stocks that may present a favorable risk/reward opportunity in the latest article in U.S. News & World Report.
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August 19, 2025
2025
In our Spring Financial Planning Newsletter, we explore key topics to consider during times of professional change. Inside this guide, you’ll find essential insights on budgeting, managing both new and existing 401(k) plans, evaluating life insurance options, and reassessing your overall insurance needs. We also explore how these decisions can influence your broader financial strategy.
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August 19, 2025
2025
Stocks were strong in May, driven by easing trade tensions, lower-than-expected inflation readings and increasing investor optimism. After bottoming in mid-April, when the S&P 500, NASDAQ and the Russell 2000 all entered bear market territory of -20% from their highs, stocks have been on a tear. The S&P has risen 22% off of its intraday lows in April, the NASDAQ +29% and the Russell 2000 +19% through the end of May. Once again, those bearish market-timing commentators shouting “sell!” in the midst of trade uncertainty and oversold market conditions in mid-April have been proven wrong, while investors with a patient, fundamentally driven posture were proven right….at least through the end of May.
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Commentary and Research Papers
August 19, 2025
2025
I attended two weddings this weekend, and among all the dancing and celebrations, a common question was posed to many of the recently engaged or married couples: “So, are you thinking about buying a house soon?” A simple question that increasingly haunts the younger generation.
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