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Market Commentary & Quarterly Outlook

Our perspective on current market conditions and what they mean for your financial plan.

Q1 2026 Outlook

The first quarter of 2026 brings continued focus on Federal Reserve policy, inflation trends, and the impact of fiscal policy changes. SKG Wealth Management monitors market conditions continuously through our institutional investment partners, who analyze macroeconomic, fundamental, and technical factors to guide tactical portfolio positioning.

What This Means for Your Portfolio

Our institutional investment partners monitor market conditions continuously through proprietary models. When market risks are elevated, portfolios can tactically adjust equity exposure — providing a layer of protection that static buy-and-hold approaches cannot offer. For our high net worth clients, our separately managed account partner continues to focus on long-term fundamental investing with an emphasis on tax efficiency and volatility reduction.

Key Considerations for Central PA Investors

Pre-retirees should review their Social Security claiming strategy in light of current economic conditions. The 2026 COLA adjustment and evolving tax landscape both affect optimal timing. Business owners should evaluate their succession planning timeline — business valuations fluctuate with market conditions, and the current environment may present opportunities. All investors should review their tax strategy, particularly Roth conversion opportunities, before year-end.

Last updated: March 2026 · Written by William J. Cuba Jr., CLU, ChFC & Jonah J. Watt · SKG Wealth Management

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