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As we close out another remarkable year, I want to wish you and your families a very Happy New Year and continued good health throughout 2026. The start of a new year is always a moment of reflection—a time for resolutions, renewed priorities, and ensuring that the financial foundations supporting your life, family, and long-term goals are as strong as possible.

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Volatility Returns
Volatility returned to start the year, not just in financial markets, but in U.S. policy, driving geopolitical uncertainty amid widening global conflict. Even before recent events, this drove a flight to safety in precious metals, with swings in gold and silver prices, alongside a weakening U.S. dollar. Volatility extended to certain technology stocks, which, despite solid earnings, were punished for elevated capital spending, with concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence spreading beyond the sector.