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Send us a text 2025 was a successful year for investors, even with a heightened degree of uncertainty. On this episode, some of the topics I covered include:  Performance across various asset classes in 2025The outlook for 2026The state of the economy including data on employment, inflation, and interest ratesThe debate about if we are in a “bubble” and how AI and technology figure into our thinkingThe impact of the bull market on financial plans and how/if asset allocations should be adjusted in responseThis episode is a replay of a client webinar from January 2026.  With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein.

Send us a text We kick off Season 11 of Marc to Markets with Rick Meyers, Bernstein's Head of Client and Advisory Practice. On this episode we discuss: How the wealth management industry has changed over time and the impact it has had on investors.The differences in investing and the capital markets now versus in the past.The effect of AI on financial planning and advice.The changing nature of the role of a financial advisor and the advisory team.How the firm thinks about adding and enhancing investment and service capabilities for clients.With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein.

Send us a text Many investors have questions about IRAs and Roth IRAs as we approach year-end. On this episode I am joined by Andrew Bishop, a Senior Wealth Strategist at Bernstein. We start with the basics on contribution limits, then dive into the impact of the one big beautiful bill act (OBBBA) on retirement planning, the math around Roth IRA conversions, and then get into some of the complexities of using IRAs for generational wealth planning.   With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein.

Send us a text During the third quarter, the stock market continued to rally upon the backdrop of data points and events ranging from weakening labor markets and a government shutdown, to improving corporate profitability and a more accommodative federal reserve. It makes for an incredibly interesting time to review markets and economies.  On this podcast, some of the topics I cover include: Stock market returns, both in the US and abroad, through Q3Our outlook for interest rates, fed policy and the potential impact on bond returnsThe Magnificent 7 stocks’ performance, valuation, and impact on the marketIdeas for how to manage potential volatility without becoming too defensive and hurting your long-term financial trajectoryThis episode is a replay of a client webinar from October 2025.  With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein.

Send us a text On this episode I'm joined by frequent guest Roosevelt Bowman, Senior Investment Strategist at Bernstein. We discuss the recently released economic data on jobs and inflation. We cover what this data means for the economy, the stock market, and bonds. We discuss the impact of the AI trade on the stock market and how to think opportunistically even with markets at all-time highs. With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates.

Send us a text It was a volatile 2nd quarter with markets falling sharply after Liberation Day, only to be followed by a historic turnaround which brought markets to new all-time highs. And now as we enter earning seasons, will the data on the first half of the year be indicative of the path forward? Topics I cover:  Performance of markets through the first half of the year, including the large rally in overseas stocksThe state of the economy, inflation, and employmentThe impact on tariffs thus far and throughout the rest of 2025What the fed does from hereHow to think about 2Q earnings and what it will tell us about the rest of the yearThis episode is a replay of a client webinar from July 2025.  With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein.

Send us a text A common question today is how best to invest during a period of high volatility. One of the most common approaches is dollar-cost-averaging. On this episode, I dig into the topic with Chris Brigham, a Senior Research Analyst at Bernstein. His team recently updated their research on this approach. We discuss the pros and cons, who it works best for, how to implement and how to customize dollar-cost-averaging for your own asset allocation strategy. With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation.

Send us a text On this podcast I cover the recent volatility in the market. We discuss everything including today's market moves as they occured. Among the topics covered: The recent market volatility and the reasons behind it.The impact of tariff policy on markets, the economy, and global tradeA broad look at performance beyond just the S&P 500. This includes International and Emerging Equity Markets, Real Assets, Core Bond and High Yield Bond Markets.The benefits of diversification year-to-date.Probability of loss across a range of asset allocation strategies.The notion of buying opportunistically during market pullbacks. Does it make sense? If so, for who?Fed policy going forward and the impact on interest rates.How to think about long-term financial planning during periods of volatility.The impact of market timing during periods of capital markets stress.I was joined by Roosevelt Bowman, a Senior Investment Strategist at Bernstein. Many of you know Roosevelt.  This episode is a replay of a client webinar from April 10, 2025.  With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein.

Send us a text On this episode I'm joined by Matt Norton, the Chief Investment Officer for Municipal Investing at Bernstein.  Matt and I discuss the importance of municipal bonds in an investment strategy. Among the topics we discuss: The pros and cons of a buy and hold strategy, the importance of credit research, how Matt's team uses AI and data science, the outlook for interest rates, and the financial health of state and local governments. With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates.

Send us a text On this episode I review markets in 2024 and share the outlook for 2025. Topics include: The state of the economy Our outlook for interest rates and fed policyWhat election results mean for the economy, markets, and tax policyThe potential collision course between the bond market, the fed, and proposed policiesAIs impact on the stock market and current valuation levelsThis episode is a replay of a client webinar from January 2025.  With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein.

Send us a text On this episode I'm joined by Anne Bucciarelli, a Director in Bernstein's Wealth Strategies Group, who focuses on Family Engagement within the Ultra-High Net Worth space. Anne and I discuss her team's recently released research piece "Wealth Beyond Measure". The research sits at the intersection of wealth, business, and family. Anne's team interviewed families with net worths ranging from $100 million to $4 billion. On the podcast, we review the research and learn the top concerns for these families and discuss key insights learned from the interviews. With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should 

Send us a text The stock and bond markets continued to rally through the 3rd quarter. Investors are excited about the growth of their portfolios and also nervous about the future. For the first time in years, the Fed has cut interest rates. Topics covered include:  the impact of elections on markets under various scenarios, the performance of stock and bond markets, how to think about bonds and cash in an environment of declining interest rates, how the national debt figures into the picture, and other timely issues. This episode is a replay of a client webinar from November 2024.  With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein.

Send us a text Earlier this month I was joined in New York City for a lunch and learn with Chris Cillizza, the author of the book Power Players: Sports, Politics, and the American Presidency.   This episode is the recording of that discussion. Chris talks about various President's unique relationship with sports and the insights you can gain into understanding their Presidency through looking at them through this lend. He discussed how Presidents use sports to help them connect with the American public, other politicians, and craft their image. Chris also talks about the upcoming 2024 election. We end with a discussion of the state of journalism today. With any questions or comments, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein or its affiliates

Send us a text How risky is the national debt? What's the different between the deficit and the national debt? How long until the debt becomes a problem? What can we do about it? Are the solutions only political? As an investor, how does the increase in the national debt impact how you allocate capital today? I dig into all of these questions and more with Chris Brigham, a Senior Research Analyst at Bernstein, who has led much of a research on the US national debt. With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation.

Send us a text The first half of the year was largely very productive for investors. Stocks reached new highs while bonds held steady with yields as high as we have seen in over a  decade. I’ll cover the following topics and more:   The performance of stock and bonds markets year-to-date;The outlook for inflation, the fed, and interest rates;What is driving the stock market higher and how to think about it going forward;Is AI a game changer for investing;How the election might impact the economy and markets.This episode is a replay of a client webinar from July 2024.  With any questions or comments, or to discuss your own financial situation, I can be reached at [email protected] or 212-969-6655. The information presented and opinions expressed are solely the views of the podcast host commentator and their guest speaker(s).  AllianceBernstein L.P. or its affiliates makes no representations or warranties concerning the accuracy of any data. There is no guarantee that any projection, forecast or opinion in this material will be realized. Past performance does not guarantee future results. The views expressed here may change at any time after the date of this podcast. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. AllianceBernstein L.P. does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. It does not take an investor’s personal investment objectives or financial situation into account; investors should discuss their individual circumstances with appropriate professionals before making any decisions. This information should not be construed as sales or marketing material or an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument, product or service sponsored by AllianceBernstein.