S&P 500 Nears Record High, the Fed’s “Hawkish Cut,” and Year-End Planning

Market Commentary with Rick Wedell - 12/10/2025

Welcome to this week’s Market Commentary with RFG Advisory’s Chief Investment Officer, Rick Wedell!

In this update, Rick covers:

  • Why the S&P 500 is up nearly 17% year-to-date and sitting just below record levels
  • Strong bond performance driven by higher yields
  • What the Fed’s anticipated “hawkish cut” means
  • What investors may learn from this week’s Fed commentary about potential early-2026 rate decisions

Watch to hear Rick’s perspective on the markets, economic backdrop, and key considerations as we head into year-end.

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