Corporate earnings and economic indicators continue to improve, supporting the view that profit momentum remains intact and broad-based. Beneath the surface, AI is proving to be a durable, long-cycle theme driving productivity gains and investment opportunities well beyond technology. Explore these insights and more in this week's edition of Market Note: https://lnkd.in/evAf5JCm
At Hightower, supporting our people means investing in their well‑being. Our employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering confidential counseling, legal and financial guidance, and work‑life resources to help navigate whatever life brings. We also provide every team member with a complimentary Calm app subscription, giving them tools to reduce stress, sleep better and build healthier habits every day. When our people feel supported, they can bring their best selves to their clients and the communities we serve. Ready to grow your career with a firm that puts well‑being first? Explore career opportunities: https://lnkd.in/gUdfyPvT
Cars are one of the largest purchases most Americans will make in their lifetimes, other than a home and higher education. Having a detailed plan before, during and after you've made a decision in your car searching process can help you avoid costly mistakes. So, before you walk into the dealership, make sure you do your research on both your finances and safety for when you hit the road. Swipe to view five key steps we recommend. For more details, read the full article, "Your Roadmap to Car Research and Financing": https://lnkd.in/gEkwvAgr
2025 benefited from strong consumer spending, AI-driven momentum and a resilient bond market, all contributing to a solid year of growth for the U.S. economy. The U.S. consumer also saw relief from easing inflation levels and low unemployment rates. But what's in store for 2026? Watch Stephanie Link, Chief Investment Strategist and Head of Investment Solutions, along with Lee Majkrzak, CFA, Head of Fixed Income and Senior Portfolio Manager, Robert Picard, Managing Director and Head of Alternative Investments, and Mike Shea, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, from Hightower’s Investment Solutions team recap last year’s market performance and secular trends, as well as discuss what they anticipate from new policies heading into 2026. Watch the full webinar: https://lnkd.in/gyMjRbqp
Hightower Signature Wealth continues to grow. Today, we welcome five new advisor practices to the HTSW brand, expanding the practice to 19 locations nationwide and surpassing $20B in assets. This expansion underscores the value of Hightower’s platform, which is purpose-built to help advisors operate more efficiently across technology, marketing, investment management, and business operations—allowing them to focus on what matters most: their clients. Learn more about this exciting expansion: https://hubs.la/Q03Zn0RL0
Check out this week’s Weekly Wisdom. Subscribe to Weekly Wisdom to have Stephanie Link’s insightful commentary delivered straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/gj4Yi52T
In the latest RIA Edge podcast episode, our CEO Larry Restieri dives into how we are redefining independence and scale in wealth management. From our roots as a wirehouse lift-out platform to managing more than $300 billion in assets, Hightower’s journey reflects the evolution of the wealth management space—and the launch of Hightower Signature Wealth marks a new chapter in that journey. Larry explores how to balance advisor independence with centralized efficiency, the role of private equity in future consolidation, and strategies to attract next-generation talent. Listen to the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/eP4J6R3i
The season of giving is here—and at Hightower, we can help you make an even greater difference. Through our Charitable Gift Match Program, employees can have donations of $50 or more to eligible non-profit organizations matched 1:1, up to $100 per calendar year. It’s one of the many ways we live our values and empower our people to support causes they care about. From matching gifts to flexible work options and a culture built on collaboration, we’re committed to making a positive impact—inside and outside the office. Interested in working at Hightower? Explore career opportunities: https://hubs.la/Q03VtqWs0
This holiday season, many Americans are facing food insecurity due to rising costs, reduced income, and the impact of the recent government shutdown on SNAP benefits. At Hightower, we stand in support of efforts to combat hunger across the U.S. and encourage everyone to make a meaningful difference for families in need. On National Philanthropy Day, we invite you to consider giving back, whether through a donation to your local food bank or by volunteering your time. Together, we can help ensure that families and children have access to nourishing meals during this season of giving.
Check out the latest insights from Stephanie Link for a breakdown of third-quarter earnings, AI-driven growth, and the industrial backbone powering the future. Discover how leading companies like Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, Apple, and Alphabet are shaping the market, and see what’s driving the next wave of innovation. https://lnkd.in/geFU4gMF
