Holland Financial

06/17/2026

On today’s PlanStrongerTV® Market Update, Holland Financial Chief Executive Officer, David Holland, CPA/PFS, CLU®, ChFC®, and Chief Investment Officer, Robert Mara, CAIA, JD, begin with a look at recent market activity and the latest economic data, including the impact rising prices are having on both consumers and businesses.

As import and export prices continue to move higher, they examine what those changes mean for the U.S. economy. While higher costs can create challenges for consumers, could certain American companies be benefiting from the current environment? And what role do imports and exports play in overall economic growth?

David and Robert also discuss how shifting prices could influence economic activity in the months ahead. If inflationary pressures begin to ease, what might that mean for consumers, businesses, and the broader economy?

Finally, they share their thoughts on the Federal Reserve's latest meeting and the arrival of a new voice at the table. Could a different approach to monetary policy communication influence market expectations, and what should investors be watching when it comes to the future direction of interest rates?

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06/10/2026

On today’s PlanStrongerTV® Market Update, Holland Financial Chief Executive Officer, David D. Holland, CPA/PFS, CLU, ChFC, CTFA, MCIT Holland, CPA/PFS, CLU®, ChFC®, and Chief Investment Officer, Robert Mara, CAIA, JD, begin with a look at recent market activity, including the surprising strength of international and emerging market stocks compared to many of their U.S. counterparts.

With small-cap stocks leading the way and overseas markets continuing to perform well despite ongoing volatility, they tackle an important question for investors: is this trend nearing its end, or could there be more room to run?

David and Robert also discuss some of the economic and policy developments taking shape around the globe and why investors may want to pay closer attention to opportunities beyond the United States. What factors are helping drive performance overseas, and could those trends continue?

Finally, they explore how investors should think about international exposure within a diversified portfolio. Should investors focus on specific countries or regions, or is a broader approach the better path?

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06/08/2026

On this episode of PlanStrongerTV®, David D. Holland, CPA/PFS, CLU, ChFC, CTFA, MCIT talks with Tiffany Hahne, GBDS, VBS about understanding group health insurance plans. Tiffany is a leading expert helping organizations of all sizes design, administer, and optimize health benefit plans. She works closely with employers, brokers, and employees to understand complex health-insurance concepts and deliver practical solutions.

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06/03/2026

On today’s PlanStrongerTV® Market Update, Holland Financial Chief Executive Officer, David Holland, CPA/PFS, CLU®, ChFC®, and Chief Investment Officer, Robert Mara, CAIA, JD, take a look at recent market activity and the continued strength of the stock market, fueled in large part by investor enthusiasm surrounding artificial intelligence.

As companies continue investing heavily in artificial intelligence, they examine what the technology’s rapid adoption has meant for the labor market so far. With recent employment data showing job openings and hiring activity remaining resilient, they discuss whether concerns about widespread job losses have materialized and what the latest numbers reveal about the current state of employment.

David and Robert also explore which sectors are benefiting most from the AI boom. They highlight growth in professional and business services, along with increased hiring tied to manufacturing and construction projects supporting the buildout of data centers and other projects tied to the growing demand for AI.

Finally, they address an important question for investors: can the market's enthusiasm for AI continue indefinitely? While the technology presents significant opportunities, history suggests that no investment theme rises forever. David and Robert discuss why maintaining a diversified, long-term perspective remains critical, even during periods of market excitement.

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05/26/2026

On this edition of PlanStrongerTV®, David D. Holland, CPA/PFS, CLU, ChFC, CTFA, MCIT talks with Laura Chavez-Salazar of Sunrise Bank about what makes community banks unique, and distinguishes them from larger, nationally recognized banks.

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05/18/2026

On this edition of PlanStrongerTV® David D. Holland, CPA/PFS, CLU, ChFC, CTFA, MCIT talks with Herbert Stewartson, PA CEPA about business brokerage. What exactly is a business broker? Why do business owners need help developing an exit strategy when ready to move on from their business?

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05/15/2026

05/11/2026

On this edition of PlanStrongerTV®, Darlinda Copeland and David D. Holland, CPA/PFS, CLU, ChFC, CTFA, MCIT discuss assisted senior living facilities and managing expectations from a provider. Darlinda is the CEO & Administrator for Paradise Pointe, right here in Ormond Beach.

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05/06/2026

On today’s PlanStrongerTV® Market Update, Holland Financial Chief Executive Officer, David D. Holland, CPA/PFS, CLU, ChFC, CTFA, MCIT Holland, CPA/PFS, CLU®, ChFC®, and Chief Investment Officer, Robert Mara, CAIA, JD, begin with a look at recent market activity.

With the stock market continuing to move higher, they delve into what’s really happening beneath the surface. Is the labor market weakening, or is it stronger than some headlines suggest?

That brings us to the latest JOLTS (Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey) data. David and Robert break down what the report is signaling about hiring and job openings, and they explain why shifts in job quits can offer important clues about worker confidence in the job market.

They also discuss how decreased regulation and the absence of higher taxes could be consistent with an environment supportive of economic stability and labor market resilience.

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