Category: Markets
What does diversification really mean?
Diversification is one of the most widely used — and often misunderstood — concepts in investing.
Mid-2026: Optimism remains amidst uncertain times
At the midway point of 2026, the overall market and economy have managed remarkably well, and stock prices reflect optimism.
The Stock Market’s Vanishing Risk Premium
One of the most tried and true tests of relative value for investors is to compare the market’s earnings yield against what bonds pay, to assess if stocks are overvalued or undervalued.
Earnings and Interest Rates Shift Focus Away From Iran
The encouraging news is that earnings have remained strong while interest rates have been relatively stable.
Cracking the Tax Code
What can you learn from filing last year’s return that will help you reduce your taxes in the coming year?
War’s impact, learning from earnings
War’s uncertainty has riled financial markets, Kyle Tetting explains. Earnings season could offer some clarity or gloom.
War: Added uncertainty, need for balance
Uncertainty over global conflict has led to major spikes in measures of implied volatility, oil prices and investor angst.
2025 Investment Outlook Seminar
In a Money Talk Video from a client seminar, Kyle Tetting explains how foggy conditions affect the outlook for investments.
2025 Investment Outlook Seminar Quiz
Multiple-choice questions from the Landaas 2025 Investment Outlook Seminar. The answers include links to learn more.
Shutdown fogs moment of clarity
The prospects of a prolonged government shutdown have let the fog roll back in on investors’ uncertainty over rates.