by Michael Vodicka | Feb 28, 2026 | All Updates, S&P 500 Stocks, Weekly Update
The S&P 500 (SPY) has a history of strength in January and then it has a history of being kind of weak in February. This is exactly the pattern that is playing out in 2026. The S&P 500 got off to a good start in January gaining 1.4%. Since then, the index is...
by Michael Vodicka | Feb 12, 2026 | All Updates, Weekly Update
Effective estate planning includes reviewing beneficiaries on IRA and taxable accounts every 12 months. pic.twitter.com/i6slwiBuHM — Michael Vodicka (@MikeVodicka) February 11, 2026
by Michael Vodicka | Feb 1, 2026 | All Updates, S&P 500 Stocks, Weekly Update
After a strong performance in 2025 the S&P 500 (SPY) is off to a good start in 2026. The leading index gained 1.5% in January. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DIA) gained 2.6%. International stocks led the way, with the Vanguard International Index Fund (VEU) up...
by Michael Vodicka | Jan 26, 2026 | All Updates, S&P 500 Stocks, Weekly Update
For the second consecutive year precious metals were one of the top performing asset classes of the year. The price of gold was up 65% in 2025 and the price of silver was up 130%. The S&P 500 had a good year, gaining 16%, but as you can see precious metals...
by Michael Vodicka | Jan 15, 2026 | All Updates, S&P 500 Stocks, Weekly Update
Space exploration has quickly emerged as one of the fastest growing industries in the world. That’s why I am calling the space exploration industry as my #1 growth sector for 2026. I want to make sure my wealth management clients and follower know about the...