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Federal Reserve Signals Supportive Economic Outlook with Rate Cuts and Inflation Progress
On September 17, 2025, the Federal Reserve took a forward-looking step by lowering interest rates by 0.25%, bringing the federal funds target range to 4.00%–4.25%. This marks the first rate cut since December 2024 and reflects the Fed’s commitment to supporting the economy amid signs of softening growth and labor market conditions.
Fall Benefit Review: Why Now Is the Time to Take a Fresh Look
As we move into October, many employers are opening their annual benefit enrollment period. While the choices you make may feel routine, fall is an excellent time to step back and think about how your benefits fit into your broader financial plan.
The Fall Financial Reset: September Is the New January
Fall naturally brings structure: kids back in school, vacations behind us, and routines returning. With four months left in the year, it’s the perfect time to pause, reset, and make small adjustments that can have an outsized impact. At Plan & Prosper, we call it your “second January.”
Why Talking About Money Is the Most Powerful Thing You Can Do (Especially for Women)
What You Need to Know AboutWhy Talking About Money Is the Most Powerful Thing You Can Do (Especially for Women)By Ruthanne Monteleone, CFP® & Seth Borders CFP®, CPWA®We’ll talk about almost anything—health, relationships, career struggles—but when it comes to...
Weekly Market Commentary
Market Commentary | October 6th, 2025
Last week’s economic data painted a mixed picture of the U.S. economy.
Market Commentary | September 29th, 2025
The week began with key sentiment data from the S&P Global Manufacturing and Services Purchasing Managers’ Indices (PMIs). Both readings came in slightly below market expectations and last month’s figures, suggesting some softening in forward-looking sentiment. However, with Manufacturing at 52.0 and Services at 53.9, both remain above the 50 threshold, signaling continued expansion in economic activity rather than contraction.
Market Commentary | September 22nd, 2025
FOMC Decision and Inflation Outlook, Retail Sales and Industrial Production, Housing Market Weakness, and more.