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The episode discusses the market performance and economic outlook as of July 4, 2026, featuring insights from research analyst Nick Antonucci.

The first half of the year is behind us, the Fourth of July marks the unofficial midpoint of summer, and it's the perfect time to step back and assess where the markets, the economy, and your retirement plan stand today. Research Analyst Nick Antonucci returns to the show to recap a remarkable first half of 2026. We discuss which sectors and asset classes led the way, which lagged behind, and the economic and market themes that could define the second half of the year. Along the way, we expla...

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Host: Henssler Financial

Guest: Nick Antonucci

Topics covered

• markets
• economy
• retirement planning
• investment sectors
• asset classes
• economic themes

Keywords

• markets
• economy
• retirement
• investment
• July 4
• 2026
• asset classes
• economic themes

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Organizations: Henssler Financial

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