With Spring around the corner, this month’s newsletter offers timely insights to help you navigate both the markets and life’s transitions. Inside, we explore the economic crossroads shaping 2026, share our latest market commentary, and provide a practical post-divorce checklist to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Monthly Investment Commentary: February 2026
News around private credit may sound alarming, but the outcomes don’t have to be. As always, prudent manager selection, strong underwriting, and a diversified portfolio can provide a more comfortable future than the headlines may lead you to believe.
The Economic Crossroads Shaping 2026
Driven by consumer spending and productivity, the economy had very solid growth in 2025, particularly in the second half of the year. However, the labor market is clearly cooling. Job growth has slowed materially, and unemployment has drifted higher. Artificial intelligence, automation, and capital-intensive investment are boosting output without the need for increased hiring. GDP growth has been strong, surprising many experts who are forecasting a recession in 2025. This mix of growth, labor, and policy uncertainty is somewhat unusual.
7 Things to Do After Your Divorce: A Post-Divorce Checklist
This easy 7-step post-divorce checklist outlines next steps that can help protect your finances, update legal documents, and move forward with confidence.