Pamela K. McKenzie

06/12/2026

Factor Frenzy: What's driving the volatility beneath the surface?

Markets are sending mixed signals — headline indexes tell one story, but beneath the surface, powerful factor shifts are driving the action. In this week’s Market Signals, Kristian Kerr sits down with Tom Shipp to unpack the momentum unwind, hidden rotations, and what it all means for investors ...

06/12/2026

World Cup-onomics 2026: A More Diversified Economic Event

The 2026 World Cup shifts from concentrated spending to a more diversified economic model, with impacts spread across regions, industries, and cities.

06/09/2026

What's Trending in Managed Futures

LPL Research summarizes the current positioning of the managed futures industry.

06/09/2026

Is Bad News Already Priced into the Bond Market?

This week’s Weekly Market Commentary discusses how Treasury yields have risen sharply amid geopolitical tensions and stronger growth expectations, while markets have largely absorbed risks such as higher-for-longer interest rates and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. It also notes that stable infl...

06/08/2026

Weekly Market Performance — June 5, 2026

LPL's Weekly Market Performance for the week of June 1, 2026, highlights geopolitical tensions, AI earnings, and economic data that rippled across markets.

06/05/2026

Tactical Asset Allocation Guide | Staying Overweight Equities After Modest Defensive Shift

Stocks extended April’s gains with another strong month in May, driven by robust AI demand, strong corporate earnings, and easing geopolitical concerns, while core bonds posted modest gains amid mixed inflation signals and policy uncertainty. Looking ahead, markets are expected to see modest equit...

06/05/2026

Oil Market Underestimates Frictions Beyond a Deal

LPL Research discusses how oil markets are interpreting a potential U.S.-Iran deal, and the near-term path for oil markets and supplies.

06/04/2026

Equity Record Highs Shape May Fund Flows

06/03/2026

Client Letter | Stock Market Near Highs: Is Optimism Overpriced? | June 3, 2026

Equity markets are rallying on strong AI-driven earnings and a resilient macro environment, but elevated valuations, persistent inflation, and geopolitical risks raise concerns about overly optimistic expectations. While AI remains a powerful growth driver—especially within technology—future mar...