Stocks Stall as Iran Deal Signals Whipsaw Oil and Risk Appetite

Stocks ended mixed and largely flat Wednesday as traders weighed conflicting signals on U.S.-Iran negotiations and the potential reopening of normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Big market swings might make retirement investors want to act fast. But with a 401(k), the key question isn’t what the market will do next—it’s whether your portfolio has drifted from your target mix and needs review. Rebalancing keeps your investments aligned with your goals; it’s not about predicting the market.

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I hope you each had a nice, long weekend. Just because many of us got the chance to rest and relax this past weekend doesn’t mean the good news had to take a break too.

Stocks Climb as Iran Peace Hopes Lift Risk Appetite

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May 26, 2026

Stocks started the holiday-shortened week on firmer footing, with the S&P 500 reaching a record high as investors leaned into hopes that US-Iran peace talks could prevent a broader energy shock.

Working With an Advisor on 401(k) Rebalancing as Part of a Larger Plan

Retirement

May 26, 2026

On the surface, rebalancing a 401(k) might seem straightforward: check your current mix of funds against your target allocation, and make changes if things have drifted. But in reality, your 401(k) is just one piece of your financial puzzle.

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Retirement

May 26, 2026

Rebalancing looks simple: set a target mix, monitor your portfolio, and correct when it drifts. Emotionally, rebalancing is difficult, especially when selling top-performing investments.