LPL’s Weekly Market Performance for the week of August 17, 2026, highlights bond market volatility, dented global risk appetite, and commodity market moves.
Macro Market Movers
Why Investors Remain Constructive Despite Economic Headwinds
This article describes how Treasury Demand, Financial Conditions, and Inflation are supporting investor risk appetite.
Why the 2026 Russell Rebalance Matters
LPL Research explores how the 2026 Russell reconstitution revealed a surprising shift: AI didn’t just drive returns. It changed the structure of major equity benchmarks.
Municipal Bonds at Midyear: Getting Paid to Wait
LPL Research explains why tax-equivalent yields on high-grade municipal bonds are near decade highs, making today’s income opportunities compelling.
Do Stocks Notice Higher Yields?
LPL Research discusses the relationship between stocks and Treasury yields when rates are elevated, and what this could mean for investors.