Insights

June 2025 Market Update: Confidence rebounds
June 2025 Market Update: Confidence reboundsThe mixed economic data of May highlighted our economy is still slowing. Read Thrivent Asset Management's thoughts on how our outlook has changed in the June market update.
May 2025 Market Update: Volatility goes up and down
May 2025 Market Update: Volatility goes up and downMixed economic data in April presents a lot of uncertainty in the economic markets. Read Thrivent Asset Management's analysis on what this means for investors in the May Market Update.
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In this quarter’s Thrivent Market & Economic Update, our investment leaders discuss market and economic trends, including inflation, interest rates, tariffs and the potential safe haven municipal bonds can provide. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3GkXbYa
Market uncertainty: Tariffs and economic policy drive volatility
Market uncertainty: Tariffs and economic policy drive volatilityUncertainty around economic and trade policies is weighing on confidence for both individuals and businesses. Read more from Thrivent's Chief Investment Strategist on current volatility and other market conditions.
February 2025 Market Update: A strong but volatile start
February 2025 Market Update: A strong but volatile startThrivent’s latest market update shares our leadership’s views on the key risks the U.S. economy is facing.
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Are you just starting to save for retirement or are nearing retirement age? This guide will help you understand how to manage your retirement income in a tax-efficient manner, so you can make the most out of your hard-earned savings. ➡️ https://bit.ly/48Wv3ox
Estate planning guide: Essential documents & checklist
Estate planning guide: Essential documents & checklistDiscover some estate planning essentials in this article. Then let's talk through any questions you have.
Basics of a financial plan: What it is & getting started
Basics of a financial plan: What it is & getting startedLet's pursue your financial goals, together. We can help you get started by providing insight on three important steps to establishing a financial plan. 1. Identify where you are. 2. Define financial success so you can outline your goals. 3. Uncover some events that might move you further away from your goals. Learn more about what makes up a solid financial plan and the process for creating your own. Disclosures: thrivent.com/social
August 2024 Market Update: Volatility surges
August 2024 Market Update: Volatility surgesLearn why Thrivent Asset Management expects market volatility will continue through the remainder of the year in the August 2024 Market Update.
A proactive approach
A proactive approachIf you want to avoid tax surprises in retirement, it helps to implement tax efficient strategies into your financial plan. George and Judy became Thrivent clients in 1968 to prepare for their financial futures. Learn more about their proactive approach and the different ways you can be more tax efficient.
2nd Quarter 2024 Market Review: Goldilocks returns
2nd Quarter 2024 Market Review: Goldilocks returnsIn this recap of second quarter markets, Thrivent Asset Management discusses how markets were unstable early on, but evened out at the end of the quarter. Learn more in the 2nd Quarter Market Review.
Thrivent Market & Economic update
Thrivent Market & Economic updateAs we move into 2024. Inflation is slowing yet prices remain high. Rate cuts are anticipated, but when? Investing opportunities exist, but where? Check out Thrivent’s March Market & Economic Update to hear our investment leaders’ perspectives. Watch the full recording or just the highlights. 👇
Thrivent ranked among Barron’s Best Fund Families
Thrivent ranked among Barron’s Best Fund FamiliesThrivent Mutual Funds was ranked among Barron’s Best Fund Families of 2023. Learn more about this ranking. 👇
March 2024 Market Update: AI points stocks to new highs
March 2024 Market Update: AI points stocks to new highsTake a look at Thrivent’s March 2024 Market Update to learn why we think February’s economic data supports a soft landing in the markets and an eventual easing of monetary policy.
TCJA set to expire: Tax moves to consider if you're nearing or in retirement
TCJA set to expire: Tax moves to consider if you're nearing or in retirementWith tax brackets changing at the end of 2025, now is a good time to tune-up your retirement strategy. Consider these tax moves to get started. 👇
How to plan for taxes in retirement
How to plan for taxes in retirementHow tax-efficient is your retirement saving? Consider these strategies to boost your retirement readiness. 👇
Bring your retirement into focus
Bring your retirement into focusWhether retirement is far off or fast approaching, now’s the time to plan. Here’s how you can take charge of the four stages of the retirement journey. 👇 If you’d like to have a discussion about retirement planning, let’s connect.
February 2024 Market Update: On the road to recovery
February 2024 Market Update: On the road to recoveryTake a look at Thrivent’s February 2024 Market Update for in-depth commentary on these three key points: • January’s data highlights that an economic soft landing was achieved • U.S. Federal Reserve may continue to be conservative on raising interest rates this year • There is anticipation of sustained economic growth
Multi-year guaranteed annuity (MYGA) vs. certificate of deposit (CD)
Multi-year guaranteed annuity (MYGA) vs. certificate of deposit (CD)Certificates of deposit and multi-year guarantee annuities can both help offer predictability to your portfolio, particularly in an uncertain market. Here’s how to know which might make sense for you. 36386k-2
4th Quarter 2023 Market Outlook: Entering the turn
4th Quarter 2023 Market Outlook: Entering the turnThe stress of higher interest rates is beginning to take its toll on the economy. Under these conditions, bonds have become increasingly attractive. Read Thrivent's 4th Quarter 2023 Outlook for more.