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In volatile markets, “performance” can mean different things to different investors. Many investors focus on pre-tax returns or headline benchmarks, but the smartest investors know that what matters most is what you actually keep, and whether your portfolio is still serving its true purpose. Here is how to evaluate your investments
A Step Toward De-escalation Late yesterday afternoon, the White House announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, brokered by Pakistan. The U.S. and Israel will pause military strikes. Iran has agreed to allow safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, coordinated with its own military. Face-to-face talks are set to begin
The latest Employment Situation report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics offers investors a fresh read on the direction of the U.S. labor market—and by extension, the broader economy. March’s data shows a modest gain of roughly 178,000 jobs, signaling a rebound from the prior month’s decline but still pointing
The latest ISM Services PMI came in at 54, indicating the sector is still expanding, though at a slower pace than earlier in the cycle. For investors, the key takeaway is that services (roughly 80% of the U.S. economy) remain in growth territory. This backdrop tends to be supportive for
This March 2026 market update highlights key developments across equities, fixed income, and the broader economic landscape as 2026 continues to unfold. EquitiesMarkets Navigated a Meaningful Pullback, with a Constructive FinishGlobal markets faced a meaningful test in March, driven largely by the conflict involving Iran and the resulting spike in
At different points in life, key moments create meaningful life transitions that often come with financial and personal decisions. Guided by our purpose of helping make people’s lives better, we continue our blog series focusing on these life transitions, offering perspective to help you navigate each one with clarity and
U.S. productivity is usually shorthand for labor productivity: real output produced per hour worked, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics focusing on the nonfarm business sector because it captures most of the private economy. On the latest official data, nonfarm business labor productivity rose at a 1.8% annualized rate in
The latest Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) for February 2026 offers a timely lens into a labor market that is stabilizing—but gradually losing momentum in ways that matter for Gryphon clients and investors. Job openings held steady at 6.9 million, signaling that demand for labor remains intact. However,
The U.S. housing boom of the 1950s is often viewed as a benchmark for affordability and access. Homeownership rose from roughly 44% in 1940 to over 62% by 1960, supported by policy, demographics, and a surge in construction. Programs like the GI Bill and FHA lending expanded access, while builders
At different points in life, key moments create meaningful life transitions that often come with complex financial and personal decisions. Guided by our purpose of helping make people’s lives better, we are launching a blog series focused on these life transitions, offering perspective to help you navigate each one with
As tax season comes to a close, it often leaves behind a heightened awareness around protecting sensitive information. While that focus is important, many of today’s most common risks extend well beyond this time of year. Digital threats have become more frequent, more sophisticated, and often harder to recognize in
Securities-based lending (SBL) has its roots in private banking and margin lending practices that date back decades, but it began to take shape as a distinct wealth management strategy in the late 20th century. Initially, borrowing against a portfolio was largely confined to institutional investors and hedge funds using margin
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