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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Understanding the “No Tax on Tips” Deduction
In 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act established a temporary federal tax deduction to help reduce the tax liability of certain tipped workers.
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What Can You Learn from Your Tax Return?
Tax season may be over, but a completed tax return offers information that can help with financial strategy for the rest of the year.
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HOT TOPIC: Geopolitics and the U.S. Financial Markets
This article looks at market reactions to previous global conflicts and emphasizes that long-term market movements are generally driven by corporate earnings, interest rates, and the broader economy.
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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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Impact of Inflation
Estimate the future cost of an item based on today’s prices and the rate of inflation you expect.
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Life Insurance
How much life insurance would you need to produce a sufficient income stream for your family?
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Mortgage Acceleration
This calculator can help you determine how soon you can pay off your mortgage.