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1/12/2026
Raymond James Chief Economist Eugenio J. Alemán evaluates economic conditions heading into 2026.
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2026 investing outlook
1/6/2026
Raymond James Chief Investment Officer Larry Adam identifies 10 themes for the markets and economy.
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S&P 500 tallies double-digit gains in 2025
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The S&P 500 tallied double-digit gains for the third consecutive year and hit 38 new record highs in 2025.
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January 2026 Investment Strategy Quarterly
1/5/2026
Members of the Raymond James Investment Strategy Committee share their views on the markets, the economy and key themes that are impacting investors.
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Keep on giving
Prioritizing philanthropy in retirement starts with strategy.
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Tech nostalgia: In with the old
What inspires the recent appeal of obsolete technology.
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Giving is a family affair
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The balancing act of income and net worth
Maintaining a balance between net worth and income will need to be adapted throughout your lifetime – learning strategies to manage the two can help.
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Technical refinancing
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The grandparent effect
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