2026 Market Outlook: What 2025 Taught Us & What Investors Should Expect Next

On this episode of the iWealth Podcast, Brad Connors is joined by advisors Shawn Pomeroy and JP to break down what really happened in the markets last year and what investors should be paying attention to as 2026 begins.They discuss:• U.S. stock, international, and emerging market performance• Why bonds and munis quietly had a strong year• What volatility actually means for long-term plans• The difference between news cycles and financial reality• Why diversification still matters—especially after strong returns• How AI, earnings growth, and interest rates may influence markets ahead• The importance of planning for retirement *before* the retirement date arrivesThe conversation also highlights why emotional decision-making is often the biggest risk to long-term outcomes—and how thoughtful planning helps people stay disciplined when markets pull back.#iWealth #MarketUpdate #FinancialPlanning #InvestingEducation #MarketVolatility #RetirementPlanning #WealthStrategy #EconomicOutlook #LongTermThinking**iWealth****SUBSCRIBE**Education is first! At iWealth we pride ourselves on helping people make smart decisions when it comes to money. You know how to make money, but do you know how to keep it? Invest it? Manage it so that it works for you? iWealth provides practical thinking tools and structures which will help you achieve your biggest goals and enjoy an unparalleled quality of life.►Please take a moment to comment and let us know what you thought of this video. Want to learn more about how iWealth can help you feel confident about your financial future? Schedule a complementary 30-minute discovery call to get clear on your financial goals, what might be standing in your way, and if iWealth is a good fit for you. Click here to book your call today: [https://go.oncehub.com/BradConnors](https://go.oncehub.com/BradConnors)►For more educational tips and wisdom from iWealth:YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/user/iWealthTV/videos](https://www.youtube.com/user/iWealthTV/videos)Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/iWealth4me](https://www.facebook.com/iWealth4me)LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradconnors/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradconnors/)Podcast: [https://anchor.fm/iwealth](https://anchor.fm/iwealth)Twitter: [https://twitter.com/iWealth4me](https://twitter.com/iWealth4me)Book: [https://fishdontclap.com/#home](https://fishdontclap.com/#home)