The Week Ahead

5.26.26

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

After a rainy Memorial Day weekend at Dollywood with his family, Jacob shares a simple lesson that perfectly mirrors today’s market environment: preparation doesn’t stop storms, but it can keep storms from ruining the experience. This week, we break down the new Fed Chair, the growing gap between Wall Street and Main Street, and why investors should stay disciplined while clouds continue building beneath record-high markets.

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5.11.26

Mon, 11 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Markets are hitting record highs, but underneath the surface, the story is starting to change. In this episode of The Week Ahead, we break down why market leadership is broadening beyond Big Tech, how AI is separating operators from pretenders, and why the latest jobs report may not be as strong as the headlines suggest. Plus, a Mother’s Day bike ride with my family offers a surprisingly important reminder about investing through interruptions, volatility, and uncertainty.

4.29.26

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Markets are hitting highs, but the real story isn’t in the headlines. This week, we’re breaking down the structural shifts that actually matter for your portfolio.

4.15.26

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

There’s a lot to take in right now, but not all of it deserves a reaction. This week is a good opportunity to zoom out and refocus on what actually drives long-term outcomes. Let’s sort through what matters… and what may just be short-term noise.

4.1.26

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Markets are pulling back - but this isn’t about panic, it’s about what’s changing underneath the surface. This week, we break down the real signals driving the shift and what disciplined investors should be focused on right now.

3.18.26

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0400

Welcome to "The Week Ahead." A new bi-weekly update from Jacob Woodrum, created specifically for current clients, offering insight into what to expect in the markets in the coming week.

3.11.26

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Welcome to "The Week Ahead." A new weekly update from Jacob Woodrum, created specifically for current clients, offering insight into what to expect in the markets in the coming week.