MARKET OUTLOOK
LPL Research’s 2026 Midyear Outlook: Policy, Buildouts, & Bottlenecks delivers market insights on what we may expect from the economy, stocks, bonds, and more for the remainder of 2026.
2026 Midyear OutlookNewsletters
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Keeping Cool in Volatile Markets
Overreacting to market movements or trying to “time the market” by guessing its future direction can create additional risk that could negatively affect long-term portfolio performance.
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What Is Value Investing?
At the heart of a value investing strategy is viewing the purchase of stock shares as becoming a part owner of a company.
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Foreign Stocks Outperformed in 2025
Although U.S. stocks have provided a higher return over the past 20 years, foreign stocks outperformed in seven of those years, including 2025.
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How Has SECURE 2.0 Affected 401(k) Plans?
The SECURE 2.0 Act introduced new features designed to make 401(k)s even more appealing to workers.
Calculators
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Lease Payment
How much would your monthly lease payment be?
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Mortgage Acceleration
This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.
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Net Worth
A balance sheet summarizes your assets and liabilities and reveals your net worth.
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Savings Goals
How much do you need to save each year to meet your long-term financial goals?