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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
Yesterday (Mon 3/23), the White House said it would hold off on striking Iranian power plants for five days, pointing to “productive conversations” about ending the war. Stocks jumped and oil prices fell on the news. Iran says no formal talks are happening, but the delay replaced a deadline that
Oil prices have a way of capturing attention particularly when they move sharply or are tied to geopolitical events. When that happens, it is natural to ask whether something more significant is unfolding beneath the surface. The more important question, however, is not what oil is doing today but whether
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) concluded its March 18, 2026 meeting by holding the federal funds rate steady at a range of 3.50% to 3.75%, a decision that was widely anticipated by financial markets. The vote was nearly unanimous, with only one dissenting member advocating for a modest rate
Please find the next blog in our monthly series that provides a snapshot of the markets and the state of the economy. Economic Overview Market Returns Asset Class Valuations – Rebalancing Rationale Key Risk Factors We Are Watching Disclaimer The views expressed herein are those of Asset Consulting Group (ACG).
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