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June 2025 Market Update: Confidence rebounds

The 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.

Markets showed signs of optimism in May following pauses in planned tariffs.

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May 2025 Market Update: Volatility goes up and down

Mixed 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.

Economic data from April showed the economy slowing and raising the odds for a recession.

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How to invest during a market downturn

Choosing what to invest in during a market downturn depends on a few factors, such as your financial goals, time horizon and risk tolerance. This resource provides investment opportunities for your consideration, so you can make thoughtful decisions about how you want to invest. Let’s connect if you’d like to discuss what changes you can make to your investment portfolio to help hedge against risk and position you to reach your long-term goals.

Recessions are an inevitable part of the economic cycle, but they also present potential investment opportunities. Discover tips and strategies for investing...

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Market uncertainty: Tariffs and economic policy drive volatility

Uncertainty 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.

It can be difficult for markets to assess the impact of tariffs because they can be added or removed quickly, and there isn’t always insight into what’s coming...

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March 2024 Market Update: AI points stocks to new highs

Take 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.

The economy continues to remain (surprisingly) resilient, and we continue to remain optimistic on stocks and positive on bonds, although the fixed income path...

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Download a complimentary copy of Thrivent's digital Will & Estate Planning Guide today. This workbook-style guide walks you through the 4 essential tools of estate planning. Complete this guide and let's connect to discuss your overall financial plan. Get started today and give your loved ones the gift of estate planning 🎁: https://bit.ly/460TTjT See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Download a complimentary copy of Thrivent's digital Will & Estate Planning Guide today. This workbook-style guide walks you through the 4 essential tools of estate planning. Complete this guide and let's connect to discuss your overall financial plan. Get started today and give your loved ones the gift of estate planning 🎁: https://bit.ly/460TTjT See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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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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4th Quarter 2023 Market Outlook: Entering the turn

The 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.

The Fed intends to keep interest rates higher for longer, and that stress of higher interest rates is beginning to take its toll on the economy.

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Wildfires in Maui have caused widespread devastation to homes, businesses, and communities. Let’s send a message that help is on the way. Learn more by visiting https://bit.ly/thrivent-maui-fires #mauifires #mauifiresfundraiser #mauifires2023 #livegenerously #thrivent #thriventactionteam

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June 2023 Market Update: Debt crisis averted while tech stocks surge

Technology stocks have been on a roll in an otherwise sluggish market, but resolution of the debt crisis helped stabilize the markets. For a review of key market and economic developments, read the June 2023 Market Update.

The debt ceiling debate weighed on markets over the month of May, but a last-minute agreement by Congress and the President helped lift the equities market...

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