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Advisor Upside

What Advisors Are Watching as the Iran War Escalates

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Advisor Upside

Advisers Weigh Gold’s Value After Volatility Tarnishes Record Run-up

Fluctuations in the precious metal’s price after an all-time high above $5,000 reinforce longstanding questions about its suitability for clients.

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Industries

Government Shutdown Disrupts Flight Schedules, Clouds Holiday Travel Plans

Major US airlines are already quietly cutting routes in the first quarter of 2026, experts told The Daily Upside.

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Advisor Upside

Westwood ETF Says it Pays to Be Democratic

A new fund from Westwood and TOBAM aims to limit exposure to authoritarian states including China, Russia, and Turkey.

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Advisor Upside

Clients Want to Dump Trump to Live Abroad. It’s Harder Than They Think

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Advisors play a critical role in what could become a life-changing decision for clients — starting a life in a new country.

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Personal Finance

After a Pandemic High, Consumers are Coming Down with No Buy 2025

It’s the new sensation that’s sweeping the nation, and it doesn’t cost you a penny. Frugal consumers are giving up non-essential purchases.

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Economics

American Consumer Remains Resilient as Economic Growth Moderates

If economists are professionals who are paid to make incorrect guesses, as the old joke goes, then they’re certainly earning their keep.

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Economics

The US Dollar is Flexing Muscle, Putting the Rest of the World on Notice

The US greenback has appreciated 2.65% against a basket of its developed market peers since the election and is at a two-year high.

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Economics

US Economy Trending Toward ‘Goldilocks’ Scenario: S&P Global

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S&P Global’s US Composite Purchasing Managers’ Index shows business activity grew the fastest in over two years this month.

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