Markets rallied this week, with the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all posting strong gains as the bull market continues to build momentum. In this week’s Protect Your Assets Market Briefing, David Hollander, The Sandman, breaks down what’s driving the surge—from strong earnings and easing volatility to expectations of another Fed rate cut. He also shares why this rally may still have room to run, what sectors could offer opportunity, and how investors can use upcoming market swings to rebalance portfolios before year-end.

As we close in on year-end, markets continue to show strength. The Dow, S&P, and Nasdaq all posted solid gains, while oil declined again. In this week’s Protect Your Assets market update, David Hollander explains what’s driving recent performance, how inflation and interest rates are trending, and what the latest bank and corporate bankruptcies may signal for investors.

David also discusses the growing spotlight on private credit, the impact of the Big, Beautiful Bill on corporate spending, and key portfolio adjustments to consider, such as rebalancing, diversification, and maintaining a disciplined investment approach through market shifts.

In this October market update, David Hollander breaks down the latest market moves as new tariff headlines spark volatility and investors seek stability in gold. Hear why gold prices have surged above $4,000 an ounce, what seasonal trends could mean for the weeks ahead, and how rising debt and policy uncertainty may influence markets. Plus, a quick look at the growing role of crypto and what investors should watch going into year-end.

Despite a government shutdown, the markets continue to show surprising strength. In this weekly market update, David Hollander breaks down the latest numbers and what’s driving investor optimism. From AI-powered growth and easing interest rates to strong Q3 earnings, he shares insights on the trends supporting today’s rally and what could trigger volatility ahead. 

The U.S. economy continues to surprise with GDP growth revised up to 3.8% and consumer spending beating forecasts. Yet, as October approaches, investors face the prospect of government shutdown headlines and seasonal volatility. In this Protect Your Assets Market Briefing, David Hollander shares his take on what the latest data means, why diversification matters, and how to think about income planning in today’s environment.