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November 2023 Market Update: Rising rates take their toll

The end of the prolonged increase in U.S. policy rates may be in sight, but the economic consequences are only beginning to show and 2024 could bring more challenges. Read the November 2023 Market Update to learn more.

The long period of rising U.S. policy rates is likely near its end. But the toll that higher rates extract from economic growth has a lagged effect, and we...

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Interest rates & liquidity challenges drive collapse of two regional banks

The recent failure of two regional banks made headlines and contributed to some market turmoil. Thrivent Chief Investment Strategist Steve Lowe shares insight into the factors behind the collapse, and what markets are watching for moving forward.

Steve Lowe, Chief Investment Strategist at Thrivent, shares insights on the recent collapse of two regional banks.

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Potential for inflation continues to rise

If inflation rises, which investments may make the most sense? Find out what Thrivent’s chief investment officer suggests.

Thrivent’s chief investment officer shares his first-quarter market outlook....

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If you have life insurance through your employer, it may not be enough to cover the financial needs of your loved ones. Let’s talk more about your coverage and identify any gaps you may want to fill. #HelpProtectOurFamilies (If requested, a licensed insurance agent/producer may contact you and financial solutions, including insurance may be solicited.) 

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If you have life insurance through your employer, it may not be enough to cover the financial needs of your loved ones. Let’s talk more about your coverage and identify any gaps you may want to fill. #HelpProtectOurFamilies (If requested, a licensed insurance agent/producer may contact you and financial solutions, including insurance may be solicited.) 

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Tax refund? How to make the most of it

Receiving a tax refund? Tip #1: Divide it up so that a portion goes into your savings, another to a favorite cause, and another toward something fun. Check out more helpful ways to use your refund ☟

5 ways to consider using a potential cash influx....

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Statistics say that women are less likely than men to own life insurance (LIMRA, 2020) – a concerning reality if a woman’s work provides a significant source of income for her family. Let’s help ensure you have the coverage you need. #HelpProtectOurFamilies (If requested, a licensed insurance agent/producer may contact you and financial solutions, including insurance may be solicited.)

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Statistics say that women are less likely than men to own life insurance (LIMRA, 2020) – a concerning reality if a woman’s work provides a significant source of income for her family. Let’s help ensure you have the coverage you need. #HelpProtectOurFamilies (If requested, a licensed insurance agent/producer may contact you and financial solutions, including insurance may be solicited.)

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Blueprint to better prepare for retirement

Retirement is one of the biggest life decisions you’ll ever make. And it comes with plenty of questions. Help bring your vision of retirement to life with these 8 steps. ☟

8 steps to consider long before you retire....

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Congratulations to our friends at Thrivent Credit Union (TCU) for being awarded the National Excellence in Lending from the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Lending Council. Even through the challenging pandemic environment, the award highlights TCU’s capability to produce a loan in minutes—from the start to finish. You can find additional products and services on the TCU website! https://bit.ly/33e5WwZ

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Congratulations to our friends at Thrivent Credit Union (TCU) for being awarded the National Excellence in Lending from the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Lending Council. Even through the challenging pandemic environment, the award highlights TCU’s capability to produce a loan in minutes—from the start to finish. You can find additional products and services on the TCU website! https://bit.ly/33e5WwZ

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Are you ready for something new? Your pursuit of financial clarity has inspired us to make important changes to our brand. We’ve updated our entire experience, bringing you a cleaner, more modern way to engage with us. Check out my website to see what’s new! Connect.thrivent.com/douglas-borstel

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Are you ready for something new? Your pursuit of financial clarity has inspired us to make important changes to our brand. We’ve updated our entire experience, bringing you a cleaner, more modern way to engage with us. Check out my website to see what’s new! Connect.thrivent.com/douglas-borstel

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The winds of change: Politics, the pandemic and the markets

As a new presidential administration prepares to come into office, here’s a look at how the economy and the markets might shape up in the months ahead, by Thrivent’s Chief Investment Strategist, Mark Simenstad: https://bit.ly/37Ni758

As the year winds down, it goes without saying that 2020 has been a year like no other. A microscopic virus triggered a global pandemic, which led to both a...

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