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ABOUT LPL FINANCIAL

LPL Financial is one of the nation’s leading financial services companies and a publicly traded company under ticker symbol LPLA. The firm’s mission is rooted in the belief that objective financial guidance is a fundamental need for everyone. LPL does not offer proprietary investment products or engage in investment banking activities; this means advisors affiliated with LPL are not pressured or influenced by LPL to sell its products. Thousands of financial advisors nationwide are able to rely on the firm’s tools and resources to help them provide financial guidance and recommendations to help meet their clients’ needs. For more information about LPL Financial, visit www.lpl.com.

LPL Research

LPL Financial houses one of the largest independent research teams in the industry. Their team of experienced analysts, strategists, and investment specialists deliver independent advice and experienced financial solutions. Their comprehensive commentary is available to our valued clients and can be viewed below.

LPL Financial Research Publications

Weekly Market Commentary | AI Wave Continues to Power Technology Earnings Boom | May 4, 2026
LPL Research examines overlooked tech growth, assessing strong earnings, AI skepticism, and valuation opportunities for investors.
Equity Strategy Insights | Technology Riding AI Wave as Earnings Boom Continues | April 29, 2026
LPL Research highlights tech leadership driven by AI capex, accelerating earnings growth, strong margins, and market valuations lagging fundamentals.
Weekly Market Commentary | American Industrial Renaissance: Fact or Fiction? | April 27, 2026
LPL Research assesses the case for an American Industrial Renaissance, focusing on manufacturing investment, supply chain resilience, and energy costs.
Beyond the Numbers | Thematic Research: American Industrial Renaissance | April 23, 2026
LPL Research examines the forces behind a potential American industrial renaissance, including supply chains, industrial policy, and energy competitiveness.
Weekly Market Commentary | Rethinking Fixed Income Allocation in a Multi‑Polar World | April 20, 2026
LPL Research examines the fixed income space as global bonds broaden yields and reduce U.S. concentration, offering diversified income and resilience via non‑U.S. developed and emerging markets.
Thirty-Thousand Feet | Commodities at the Crossroads of Cycle & Value | April 17, 2026
LPL Research examines how inventory cycles and relative value shifts may be setting the stage for a new phase of commodity market opportunity.
Rate and Credit View | Looking Beyond U.S. Bonds: The Case for Global Fixed Income | April 15, 2026
LPL Research explains why adding global bonds may boost income and diversification, while noting currency and credit risks.
Weekly Market Commentary | The Economy Takes Multiple Shocks in Stride | April 13, 2026
LPL Research reviews inflation, growth, and global financial conditions, showing why the economy continues to withstand multiple shocks.
Market Insight Quarterly | Q1 2026
LPL Research assesses Q1 conditions as geopolitics reshape markets, oil spikes, earnings hold, and risks persist amid uncertainty.
Tactical Asset Allocation Guide | Outlook Brightens as Iran Off Ramp Emerges | April 8, 2026
LPL Research analyzes a shifting outlook as markets contend with geopolitical risk from the U.S.–Iran conflict and higher energy prices. The committee remains neutral on equities and core bonds while favoring large‑cap growth, select sectors, and energy commodities, emphasizing diversification amid continued volatility.

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401(k) Options for Small Business Owners

April 29, 2026

Regardless of the business’s size, small business owners have 401(k) retirement savings plan options that may be suitable for their situation. Business owners must plan ...

Social Security Simplified: Common Questions and Answers

April 9, 2026

Most American workers who earn wage income and pay Social Security taxes via withholding receive Social Security benefits at some point in retirement. While the ...

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