The Iran conflict continues to lead news headlines. In this week's Market Watch, read how this, and other factors, are influencing the markets.

First Trust looks at the History of U.S. Bear & Bull Markets, Intra-Year Declines vs Calendar Year Returns, and more, in their Markets In Perspective Client Resource Kit.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.