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Whether you’re looking for our perspective on current market conditions, the global economy, retirement, or a specific sector or trend, here we give you access to some of our latest thinking from Griffin’s brightest portfolio managers.

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Quarterly Market Reviews

  • Q2 26 Market Review

    The second quarter of 2026 marked a dramatic turnaround for U.S. equity markets as all major indices – including the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and DJIA – posted their strongest gains since the post-pandemic recovery in 2020.

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  • Q1 26 Market Review

    U.S. equity markets underperformed in the first quarter of 2026 as geopolitical risks weighed heavily on investor sentiment. As we head into Q2, continued volatility is likely but there are several factors that we believe could create positive tailwinds for equity markets.

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  • Q4 25 Market Review

    2026 equity markets are expected to benefit from last year’s interest rate cuts, continued corporate earnings growth, and a further broadening of market leadership. Our optimism is tempered, however, by ongoing geopolitical tensions and the ever-changing policies coming out of Washington D.C.

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  • Q3 25 Market Review

    The market rally continued in the third quarter driven by growing investor confidence in long-term investments in AI infrastructure. Gains were not just limited to large cap tech stocks, as the rally was supported by improving market breadth with many other sectors seeing significant gains as well.

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  • Q2 25 Market Review

    Despite a sharp drop at the beginning of the quarter, the U.S. equity market has shown steadfast resilience. Data suggests that solid economic underpinnings and strong corporate earnings may continue to propel markets in Q3.

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  • Q1 25 Market Review

    It was a rough start for equity markets. Volatility persists as we wait out the uncertainty of the U.S.’s aggressive trade policies, inflationary pressures, and declining consumer sentiment.

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  • Q4 24 Market Review

    It was a good year for equity markets but can it continue? A new U.S. President and changes to foreign policy will likely create some volatility in the coming year of which investors need to be mindful.

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  • Q3 24 Market Review

    U.S. equities advanced to new highs during the third quarter. Learn what’s in store over the next few quarters as the U.S. Presidential election is decided.

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  • Q2 24 Market Review

    Q2 was another positive period for equity markets but the economy is showing signs of cooling off. Our investment team provides their full download on what’s in store for Q3 and Q4.

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  • Q1 24 Market Review

    The resilient economy and recent uptick in domestic inflation have given investors pause. Learn what our investment team believes is in store for Q2 and the remainder of 2024.

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  • Q4 23 Market Review

    Several factors may influence the market’s performance in 2024, including the risk of recession, the Presidential election, and the long-awaited expansion of the stock market’s breadth. Learn what our experts have to say.

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