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August 2024 Market Update: Volatility surges

Learn why Thrivent Asset Management expects market volatility will continue through the remainder of the year in the August 2024 Market Update.

A market correction in the current environment is reasonable and healthy, but we are closely watching recent volatility....

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How markets and the economy may respond to rising inflation

Rising inflation has triggered volatility in both the stock and bond markets as the Fed pursues a policy to raise rates and tighten the money supply. Thrivent's chief investment strategist shares insights about what's ahead.

Investors should expect continued volatility as markets factor in multiple risks – inflation, higher rates, slowing growth, and global supply chain issues. It...

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2nd Quarter 2022 Market Outlook: Navigating through the fog of uncertainty

What's ahead for the markets and the economy as the Fed acts to counter inflation, and war in Ukraine continues? Chief Investment Strategist Steve Lowe offers his assessment for the stock and bond markets as we enter the 2nd quarter of 2022.

The 1st quarter of 2022 saw the beginning of two conflicts. The first battle is figurative and financial in nature, featuring the Federal Reserve (Fed...

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How is your credit score calculated?

Wondering what impacts your credit score? From your payment history to credit diversification, here are the key elements that matter.

Our credit scores are typically reviewed whenever we make major financial transactions—buying a house, securing loans and credit cards, renting an apartment...

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How do asset allocation funds work?

Are asset allocation funds right for your financial strategy? Learn more about how these investments work so you can decide.

Answers to questions you may have about this investment option....

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For the 10th year in a row, Thrivent has been named as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It’s an honor to be part of an organization that is committed to being a leader in business ethics and integrity. https://bit.ly/3uwcbbl

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For the 10th year in a row, Thrivent has been named as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. It’s an honor to be part of an organization that is committed to being a leader in business ethics and integrity. https://bit.ly/3uwcbbl

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November 2020 Market Update: Stocks simmer while GDP begins rebound

Stocks continued to pull back from record highs in October while the economy made a strong 3rd quarter rebound. See how the key markets fared over the month leading up to the election: https://bit.ly/2UiafCc

After reaching an all-time high in August, the S&P 500® dipped for the second straight month in October – but remained in positive territory year-to-date. The...

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Election 2020: Politics, policy and the markets

With the U.S. Presidential election fast approaching, market investors are beginning to look at how politics may affect the economy, capital markets and prospective investment returns.

With the U.S. election fast approaching, and two very different candidates on the ballot, market investors are beginning to look at how politics may affect the...

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Gifts of Life Insurance

Happy Life Insurance Awareness Month! Did you know that you can make a charitable gift of life insurance through InFaith Community Foundation? In doing so, you can support one or more of your favorite charities through one life insurance contract. Watch this video to learn more: https://bit.ly/3jq7eL1 InFaith Community Foundation is a public charity that services individuals, organizations and the community through charitable planning, donor advised funds and endowments. InFaith works collaboratively with Thrivent and its financial professionals. For more disclosures, see Thrivent.com/social.

Looking for ways to provide support to the charities closest to your heart? A gift of life insurance through InFaith Community Foundation offers you the...

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Personal Finance Myths—Busted!

Could you withstand a 6-month period without income? Hopefully you won't need to, but a little forethought can go a long way if you ever do. Let's talk about your emergency plan.

Setting the record straight on common misconceptions....

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