Markets delivered strong gains in 2025 despite volatility. As we head into 2026, easing inflation, rate cuts, and AI-driven earnings growth provide support, while elevated valuations and concentration reinforce the need for disciplined diversification. Watch Darcy Nelson Smoot, CFA, discuss markets and portfolio positioning heading into 2026.

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