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Wars, Geopolitical Shocks & The Stock Market

Submitted by Clarus Wealth on March 4th, 2026

From the Chaco War in 1932 to the Israel-Hamas War in 2023, see how the Stock Market has fared historically during war times and Geopolitical Shocks, in this resource kit put out by First Trust.

Tags:
  • geopolitical impacts to the market
  • how does war impact the markets
  • U.S. Stock Market Returns During Major Wars
  • war and the markets
  • War Times & The Stock Market

How to spot--and stop--imposter scams

Submitted by Clarus Wealth on March 2nd, 2026

Charles Schwab sent out this email to clients regarding "How to spot--and stop--imposter scams", including signs to watch out for and what to do if you encounter a potential scammer.

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  • how to spot scams
  • how to stop scams
  • imposter scams
  • is it a scam

Clarus Wealth Advisors Market Watch March 2, 2026

Submitted by Clarus Wealth on March 2nd, 2026

Tech volatility continued last week, in spite of Nvidia's reported earnings. Read about which companies are expected to release earnings this week - as well as possible economic impacts of this past weekend's joint military strikes - in this week's Market Watch.

Tags:
  • AI efficiency
  • AI fear
  • Jack Dorsey
  • Nvidia earnings report
  • Target earnings

Clarus Wealth Advisors Market Watch February 23, 2026

Submitted by Clarus Wealth on March 2nd, 2026

This week's Market Watch discusses the SCOTUS ruling against reciprocal tarrifs, Nvidia's expected earnings, and more. 

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  • financial services sell off
  • Nvidia earnings
  • reciprocal tariffs
  • tariff ruling

Nationwide 2026 Tax Planning Quick Reference Guide

Submitted by Clarus Wealth on February 23rd, 2026

Nationwide's 2026 Tax Planning Quick Reference Guide is attached. 

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  • 2026 tax rates
  • contribute to my HSA
  • SEP contribution limit 2026
  • Social Security adjustment

2026 Tax Reference Guide from Columbus Life Insurance Company

Submitted by Clarus Wealth on February 23rd, 2026

Columbus Life Insurance Company's 2026 Tax Reference Guide can be found here.

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  • 2026 Tax Guide
  • Columbus Life tax guide
  • IRA contribution limit 2026
  • tax brackets for 2026

Clarus Wealth Advisors Market Watch February 17, 2026

Submitted by Clarus Wealth on February 17th, 2026

Kevin Warsh is scheduled to take over as the Fed Chair on June 17th, and the markets are already pricing in a 49.2% chance of three or more rate cuts by year end. Read more in this week's Clarus Wealth Advisors' Market Watch.

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  • 4th quarter earnings growth
  • Kevin Warsh
  • Q4 S&P 500
  • Walmart P/E
  • Will the Fed cut rates

Clarus Wealth Advisors Market Watch February 2, 2026

Submitted by Clarus Wealth on February 4th, 2026

Last week, the Trump administration announced Kevin Warsh as their choice for the Fed Chair. Meanwhile, we continue to await the Supreme Court's reciprocal tariffs ruling. Read more about these, and other factors that may be influencing the markets, in this week's Market Watch.

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  • February earnings
  • Fed chair Kevin Warsh
  • tech earnings report

2026 Fingertip Tax Guide

Submitted by Clarus Wealth on December 10th, 2025

John Hancock has provided its 2026 Fingertip Tax Guide, containing information regarding:

  • Ordinary income taxes;
  • Capital gains tax;
  • Alternative minimum tax exemption amounts;
  • Standard deductions;
  • Net investment income tax thresholds;
  • Medicare tax thresholds;
  • Social Security benefits;
  • FICA income limits;
  • Qualified plan limits;
  • SALT deduction;
  • Estate and gift taxes;

...and more.

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  • 2026 estate tax
  • 2026 Fingertip Tax Guide
  • 2026 gift tax exclusion
  • 2026 standard deduction
  • 2026 Tax Guide
  • Alternative minimum tax exemption
  • annual gift tax exclusion
  • capital gains tax
  • federal taxes for 2026
  • gift taxes 2026
  • NII Tax
  • Ordinary income taxes

FAQ: The One Big Beautiful Bill, Explained

Submitted by Clarus Wealth on December 10th, 2025

The Tax Foundation has created a website with Frequently Asked Questions about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, as well as an interactive tax calculator tool to show how the OBBBA may impact you. Click here to be taken to the FAQ, or here to go straight to the tax calculator.

             

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  • 2026 standard deduction
  • How will the OBBBA impact me
  • Impact of OBBBA
  • OBBBA calculator
  • The One Big Beautiful Bill
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