Where Has Active Management Shined and Struggled?

LPL Research discusses its recently updated study of the effectiveness of active management across asset classes, as well as implications for portfolios.

Technical Perspective on the Current Drawdown

LPL Research provides insight into the technical setup for stocks and what history reveals about market drawdowns.

Weekly Market Performance — March 27, 2026

LPL’s Weekly Market Performance for the week of March 23, 2026, highlights the latest geopolitical developments, Treasury auctions, and commodity market moves.

Energy Stocks Don’t Act the Same in Every Cycle

LPL Research explores the energy sector, and the different sub-sectors and business models within, before and after the start of the Iran War.

What’s Driving Gold’s Stumble? Checking Underneath the Tape

LPL Research discusses what’s been driving gold prices this month and the outlook for the yellow metal.

U.S. Dollar Retains Safe Haven Status

LPL Research explains the relationship between currency movements and investor confidence.

Weekly Market Performance — March 20, 2026

LPL’s Weekly Market Performance for the week of March 16, 2026, highlights the latest geopolitical developments, Fed decision, and global market headlines.

Finding Portfolio Resilience in Uncertain Times

LPL Research offers ideas for volatile markets: diversify with alternatives, TIPS, and real assets, and stay disciplined amid ongoing geopolitical risks.

Do Midterm Elections Matter for Markets? A Historical Perspective

LPL Research analyzes how midterm elections affect markets — midterms can rattle sentiment, but history favors patience. Focus on your plan, not politics.

Earnings Strength Remains Amid Mideast Conflict

LPL Research assesses the potential effects of war in Iran on earnings, highlighting the resilience of the U.S. economy and corporate America.