Insights

Working tax efficiency into your financial strategy
Working tax efficiency into your financial strategyWhen it comes to retirement, a tax-efficient strategy can help preserve more of what you’ve built. Sometimes even small adjustments, like reviewing your withholdings or retirement contributions, can create opportunities. Take a look at 2026 tax brackets and the diversification strategies that may be right for you. ⬇️
Investing in volatile markets: Smart strategies for confident investing
Investing in volatile markets: Smart strategies for confident investingMarket fluctuation is normal. Understanding your risk tolerance and sticking to a long-term plan can help you navigate uncertainty. Discover smart strategies to stay on course no matter what the market does next.
Investing & taxes: Understanding tax on dividends, interest & capital gains
Investing & taxes: Understanding tax on dividends, interest & capital gainsUnderstanding how dividends, interest and capital gains are taxed can help you make smarter investment decisions. Get the basics here. ⬇️
June 2026 Market Update: Stocks and inflation keep rising
June 2026 Market Update: Stocks and inflation keep risingMarkets up. Risks remain. See what’s driving Thrivent's outlook. ⬇️
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So far, 2026 has been full of uncertainty around oil and energy, inflation and AI. On April 14, Thrivent investment leaders gathered to unpack the headlines and talk about the potential impacts to consumers and markets. Hear their latest take on inflation, interest rates, tariffs, the energy sector and more: https://bit.ly/4sENZQK
1st Quarter 2026 Market Review: Geopolitics takes center stage
1st Quarter 2026 Market Review: Geopolitics takes center stageQ1 reminded investors that markets don’t move in straight lines. Thrivent's Q1 2026 Market Review highlights increased volatility in stocks, growth in small-cap and value stocks and that bonds faced pressure as yields moved higher.
2nd Quarter 2026 Market Outlook: Caution is warranted, but stay the course
2nd Quarter 2026 Market Outlook: Caution is warranted, but stay the courseMarket volatility may remain elevated—but long term discipline still matters. Thrivent's 2nd Quarter 2026 Market Outlook explores why staying invested, with a more defensive posture, can help investors navigate ongoing uncertainty. ⬇️
February 2026 Market Update: Stocks rose and broadened
February 2026 Market Update: Stocks rose and broadenedInternational equities outperformed U.S. markets, the dollar weakened, and key economic indicators held firm. Catch all the insights in this month’s market update. ⬇️
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Want to know which two key economic indicators Thrivent’s Chief Financial & Investment Officer, David Royal, will be watching in 2026? Hear his thoughts: https://bit.ly/4qryL1x
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Should you expect the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates this year? Hear projections from Thrivent’s Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Strategist Steve Lowe: https://bit.ly/4qBuKr2
2026 Market Outlook: A return to normal?
2026 Market Outlook: A return to normal?What’s ahead for stocks and bonds in 2026? Thrivent Asset Management experts share their base case for a positive environment and why equities may continue to reward investors over time.
The cost of cash: Where to invest when interest rates drop
The cost of cash: Where to invest when interest rates dropWhether you’re saving for something big, hoping to generate a steady income or seeking flexible access to your cash, there are smart ways to keep your money productive and aligned with your needs—regardless of shifting interest rates. Explore your options below and let’s connect to keep your goals on track in a changing interest rate environment.
2026 Social Security COLA increase: What future retirees should know
2026 Social Security COLA increase: What future retirees should knowYou may have heard that the Social Security Administration has announced a 2.8% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for 2026. Here’s a little more on what that means.
How to offset inflation's impact on your retirement savings
How to offset inflation's impact on your retirement savingsInflation can sneak up fast, affecting how far your money can go each day. Many people are already feeling the impact of higher prices. Learn how to prepare and take steps to help your money stretch further in retirement. 👇
Sequence of returns risk: What it means for your retirement
Sequence of returns risk: What it means for your retirementThe market can shift at any time, and big drops early in retirement could affect your savings. The right approach can help keep your savings resilient. Check out this article, then reach out to talk through ways to help protect your savings.👇
4th Quarter 2025 Market Outlook: Strong markets, weakening fundamentals
4th Quarter 2025 Market Outlook: Strong markets, weakening fundamentalsThrivent leadership shares expectations for final markets through year-end in the 4th Quarter 2025 Market Outlook.
August 2025 Market Update: Stocks set new highs, despite concerns
August 2025 Market Update: Stocks set new highs, despite concernsIn the latest market update, Thrivent Asset Management experts discuss concerns about some data, while stocks continue to set new highs.
The differences between real estate, stocks, bonds & mutual funds
The differences between real estate, stocks, bonds & mutual fundsWondering what types of investments you should make? Learn more about the different options available and then let’s connect and discuss which ones may be right for you.
Thrivent Market & Economic update
Thrivent Market & Economic updateThrivent’s investment leaders agree—the first half of 2025 was a little like a rollercoaster. Hear their thoughts for how shifting tariffs, policies and geopolitics may influence future volatility, inflation, interest rates and more.
S&P Global Ratings Affirms Thrivent’s AA+ (Very Strong) Rating with Stable Outlook
S&P Global Ratings Affirms Thrivent’s AA+ (Very Strong) Rating with Stable OutlookProud to be part of a financially strong and stable organization committed to serving clients for the long-term! S&P, an independent rating agency, recently affirmed Thrivent’s AA+ (Very Strong) rating along with a stable outlook. Learn more. ⬇️