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Federal funds futures traders have been steadily pricing in the likelihood of fewer rate cuts over the next year. At the end of September, markets were pricing more than six 25 basis points rate cuts by October 2025, but as of 11/13, the number of expected cuts fell to barely more than three. (Source: Chicago Mercantile Exchange)

Federal funds futures traders have been steadily pricing in the likelihood of fewer rate cuts over the next year. At the end of September, markets were pricing more than six 25 basis points rate cuts by October 2025, but as of 11/13, the number of expected cuts fell to barely more than three. (Source: Chicago Mercantile Exchange)

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What is dollar cost averaging?

Investing Essentials: Consider buying investments at a range of prices at set intervals instead of attempting to perfectly time the markets.

When markets fluctuate, the last thing many of us want to do is continue investing in them. But rather than being scared by market volatility, take advantage...

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November 2024 Market Update: Stocks and bonds take a breath

November 2024 Market Update Government bond yields rose in October, while U.S. stocks fell.

The economy and consumer remain resilient.

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5 Financial To-Dos Before the End of 2024 Check off these tasks now and you’ll start 2025 on the right financial foot.

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Money Canvas Introduction Video

Gain confidence and control over everyday money decisions with Money Canvas®️, a free virtual coaching program from Thrivent.

Money Canvas Introduction...

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The technology sector’s weighting in the S&P 500 eclipsed 32% on October 10. Since 1990, the tech sector’s average S&P 500 weighting has been just under 18%, but over the last five years, its average weighting has been 27.5%. The financials sector is the next largest in the index with a weighting of just 13%. (Source: Bloomberg)

The technology sector’s weighting in the S&P 500 eclipsed 32% on October 10. Since 1990, the tech sector’s average S&P 500 weighting has been just under 18%, but over the last five years, its average weighting has been 27.5%. The financials sector is the next largest in the index with a weighting of just 13%. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Tie a portfolio review, tax planning, and charitable giving into a one-stop annual portfolio review. Check out this article to learn more: https://www.morningstar.com/retirement/checklist-retirees-finish-this-year See thrivent.com/social for additional information.

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Tie a portfolio review, tax planning, and charitable giving into a one-stop annual portfolio review. Check out this article to learn more: https://www.morningstar.com/retirement/checklist-retirees-finish-this-year See thrivent.com/social for additional information.

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Get a college savings plan in place. That way, you can spend less time worrying about how you’ll pay for their college, and more time enjoying moments. Have questions? I'd be excited to connect with you to discuss utilizing our Money Guide Pro college savings calculator. See thrivent.com/social for additional information.

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Get a college savings plan in place. That way, you can spend less time worrying about how you’ll pay for their college, and more time enjoying moments. Have questions? I'd be excited to connect with you to discuss utilizing our Money Guide Pro college savings calculator. See thrivent.com/social for additional information.

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The “American Dream” includes milestones like having a car, getting married, buying a house, raising and educating kids, having pets, and going on vacation once a year. Combined, these milestones have an average lifetime cost of $4.4 million, or 57% more than the $2.8 million that the average bachelor’s degree holder will earn over their career. (Source: Investopedia)

The “American Dream” includes milestones like having a car, getting married, buying a house, raising and educating kids, having pets, and going on vacation once a year. Combined, these milestones have an average lifetime cost of $4.4 million, or 57% more than the $2.8 million that the average bachelor’s degree holder will earn over their career. (Source: Investopedia)

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Our View: 4th quarter 2024 outlook

A look ahead: Fourth quarter 2024 outlook

Read now for Thrivent Asset Management's view on some key factors influencing the economy and markets in the coming months for the fourth quarter of 2024.

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