In this episode of Money Matters, brought to you by Greenberg Financial Group, Dave, Dylan, and Sebastian run the show while Dean and Todd are out, breaking down all the latest as the country celebrates its 250th birthday. What caught our eye this week was the rotation out of technology and into value, with the Dow and the equal-weighted S&P both outpacing the S&P 500 so far this year. We walk through what that rotation is telling us, why we always come back to the equal-weighted S&P as the benchmark that actually makes sense, and how we are thinking about the seasonal patterns that tend to shape the back half of the year. We also dig into oil, which has slid more than 40% and dropped back below 70 for the first time since tensions with Iran flared up. As that conflict looks to be winding down, we talk through how cheaper oil tends to work its way through the whole economy over time, why the rate-hike chatter feels disconnected from where commodity prices are actually heading, and what the latest jobs report is really telling us underneath the headline number. And we have some fun with the World Cup, on US soil for the first time, and the wave of American pride pouring out of visitors from all over the world. It stands in sharp contrast to the story so much of the world has been told about this country, and we get into the very real economic ripple it is creating in host cities across the map. As always, we keep you current on the AI revolution and the companies driving it, from the massive data center buildout to memory chips, cybersecurity, quantum, and the latest shakeup inside the Dow itself. We also spend real time on the discipline that matters most, why trying to time the market so rarely works, how we think about raising a little cash without heading for the exits, and why owning individual bonds gives you something a fund simply cannot promise. We close on two things worth your attention. First, preservation of principal, and the options that exist beyond a bank paying next to nothing, from treasuries to corporate bonds to a MYGA. And second, an important warning about the rise in financial scams targeting older investors, and the simple habits that can keep you protected. It all ties back to having a plan you can lean on when the headlines get loud. If you have been thinking about taking us up on the free financial plan, this is exactly the kind of clarity it can bring. If you would like to contact us to learn more about our firm, our seminars, and our process - call us at 520.544.4909 or go to our website at www.Greenbergfinancial.com or email us at Contact@Greenbergfinancial.com Disclaimer: This show discusses different investment products and strategies. Every product and strategy has some type of inherent risk and we strongly encourage our listeners to properly understand these risks. Past performance is no guarantee of future performance. The information presented on this program is believed to be factual and up-to-date, but we do not guarantee its accuracy and it should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed. The material covered on this program does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice, but is for general information purposes only. A professional advisor should be consulted before implementing any of the options presented. Greenberg Financial Group is registered as an investment advisor with the SEC and only transacts business in states where it is properly registered, or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements.
