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10/26/2026

Who you gonna call? This week, CIO Gene Goldman is joined by two very special guests as he suits up for Halloween with his baby twins in a Ghostbusters-inspired edition of .
Beyond the costumes, Gene breaks down the biggest event on investors’ radar: the upcoming Fed meeting. Will policymakers hold rates steady, signal a December hike, or surprise markets? Tune in as he explores inflation trends, Fed messaging, and the key signals investors should be watching this week.

“Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

10/26/2026

Ready to make the most of your six-figure income? Check out this comprehensive guide to help you unlock the strategies to secure your financial future and thrive at your new income level.

10/23/2026

The AI trade isn't ending. It's expanding. Cetera's latest commentary examines what's driving the recent selloff, where they see opportunities emerging, and why staying invested still matters.

The AI trade isn't ending. It's expanding. Our latest commentary examines what's driving the recent selloff, where we see opportunities emerging, and why…

10/23/2026

Will your dream retirement become a reality? The answer might not be what you think. Learn more here.

Many pre-retirees can become focused on the “ideal” retirement, but turning that dream into a reality can be tricky.

10/21/2026

Whether you’re building your career, starting a family, or planning for retirement, a tax-intelligent Financial Professional can be your greatest asset at any stage of life. Reach out to us so we can put our tax intelligence to work for you!! 🚀

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10/19/2026

Read the latest issue of Financial Watch here:

You can do everything right online and still end up on a spreadsheet you never agreed to be part of. In this month's Financial Watch, learn how to respond…

10/19/2026

Earnings season takes center stage this week. Brian Klimke breaks down what investors should watch, including corporate guidance, earnings revisions, market breadth, and the latest signals from Cetera's weekly chartbook.

“Cetera Financial Group” refers to the network of independent retail firms encompassing, among others, Cetera Advisors LLC, Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors), and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. All firms...

10/19/2026

As complex as the details of taxes can be, the income tax process is fairly straightforward.

A quick look at how federal income taxes work.

10/16/2026

Just entering retirement? Here's what you need to know.

Regardless of how you approach retirement, there are some things about it that might surprise you.

10/14/2026

The stock market has a long and storied history, from the Dutch East India Company to Wall St.

From the Dutch East India Company to Wall St., the stock market has a long and storied history.