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Launch Financial with Brad Sherman.

Brad Sherman, of Sherman Wealth Management, talks about finances, investing and much more...

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Ep. 286 Launch Financial- Consumer Confidence Fell in August on Sluggish Outlook

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week of economic news for the markets to digest including lower consumer confidence, PCE, the Fed's preferred metric of inflation, along with wholesale and retail inventory numbers. All eyes remain on the bond market and oil prices and on a planning front, back to school checklist items! Show Notes:

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Ep. 285 Launch Financial- Bond Yields Hit Records on High Inflation and Oil

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss bond yields hitting record highs amid continuing inflation pressures, and rising oil prices. As the summer nears an end, we are thinking about tax planning, back to school budgets, and the housing market as interest rates are still top of mind! Show Notes:

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Ep. 284 Launch Financial- Dow Notches On Strong Earnings and Dip in Oil

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big day in the markets, with the Dow notching a record high on strong earnings to start the week and a decline in oil. All eyes remain on the geo-political developments in the Middle East, interest rates and oil prices as earnings season continues. It's been a great season of earnings, with "more than 84% of S&P 500…

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Ep. 283 Launch Financial- Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady Amid Huge Earnings Week

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week of economic data, with GDP numbers, the Federal Reserve decision to hold interest rates steady, and a monster week of earnings reports from tech companies. All eyes are on the markets as they continue to digest this slew of information and the impact on the bond market. Show Notes:

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Ep. 282 Launch Financial- Markets Brace for Big Week of Earnings

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a busy week ahead of corporate earnings. All eyes have remained on oil prices as investors believe it could keep consumer goods prices elevated, and in turn impact the future of interest rate policy. As we are nearing the final month of summer, we discuss financial planning topics that are top of mind for our clients. Show…

Ep. 281 Launch Financial- Markets Head For Strong End To Q2 & First Half of the Year

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we recap the end of the second quarter and reflect on what has been a volatile, but ultimately resilient, start to the year for the markets. We discuss the key drivers behind recent market performance, what investors can learn from the first half of the year, and why staying focused on a long-term financial plan remains as important as…

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Ep. 280 Launch Financial- SpaceX Surpasses Amazon in Market Cap

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss the recent market volatility following continued tensions in the Middle East, the Space X IPO, inflation data, and this week's Federal Reserve interest rate decision. Show Notes:

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Ep. 279 Launch Financial- Markets Face Volatility to Kick Off June

Overview: As we kick off June and head into the heart of summer, we discussed what investors should be paying attention to amid the recent market volatility. While headlines continue to focus on inflation, interest rates, tariffs, and economic uncertainty, we explored why staying disciplined and focused on long-term goals remains critical, especially given the rollercoaster we've seen in the…

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Ep. 278 Launch Financial- The Hidden Value of Rebalancing Your Portfolio Amid Volatility

Overview: After a brief hiatus, we're back just in time for the start of summer. Join us on this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss what's been driving markets lately, why volatility can make investors uneasy, and the importance of staying focused on your long-term plan. Given where the markets were just a few months back in March to the recent record highs, it might be prudent to…

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Ep. 277 Launch Financial- Markets Continue to Spike as All Eyes Are On Earnings Season & The Fed

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week ahead with teh Federal Reserve kicking off their FOMC interest rate meetinng, inflation data, and the Magnificent Seven reporting earnings. All eyes look to the markets just off record highs as we await more economic clarity. Show Notes:

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Ep. 276 Launch Financial- Markets Await for Corporate Earnings in the Week Ahead

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as the markets digest rising geopolitical tensions, a fragile Iran ceasefire and potential end to the war, and a packed slate of economic data, earnings, and Fed developments. Stocks pulled back after a historic run even as valuations hit extreme levels, widening the gap between strong market performance and weak consumer sentiment. All…