Financial Compass
Weekly Market Performance — August 7, 2026
LPL’s Weekly Market Performance for the week of August 3, 2026, highlights a positive week for stocks, the July payrolls report, and mixed commodity moves.
24-Hour Trading: A Tool, Not a Magic Elixir
LPL Research analyzes the opportunities and challenges of near-24-hour trading as exchanges adapt to evolving investor demand.
Public vs. Private Real Estate: Key Differences
LPL Research examines public and private real estate markets, cap rate divergence, and why REITs may offer attractive value today.
Building Block Models for Personalized Portfolios
Find out how LPL Research’s building block model portfolios help advisors deliver personalized, professionally managed portfolios at scale.
Weekly Market Performance | July 31, 2026
LPL’s Weekly Market Performance for the week of July 27, 2026, highlights mixed hyperscaler earnings, the latest Fed rate decision, and geopolitical tensions.
Boutiques vs. Large Managers: Our Approach
LPL Research weighs in on the boutique versus larger manager debate within investment manager selection.
Oil Prices, Interest Rates, and Strong Earnings
LPL Research discusses how geopolitical tensions, rising rates, and strong earnings are shaping markets, underscoring the importance of diversification.
Red Flags Missing from Manager Performance Screens
LPL Research continues its manager research series, exploring red flags that never appear in performance screens and often emerge in manager interactions.
Weekly Market Performance | July 24, 2026
LPL’s Weekly Market Performance for the week of July 20, 2026, highlights AI worries, high-profile earnings, and geopolitical tensions.
What’s Next for the Private Equity Buyout Market?
LPL Research examines buyout fund performance, distributions, vintage years, and what investors should expect from private equity ahead.