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3Q26 DFA Quarterly Market Review
The third quarter of 2026 was a mixed one for global markets, as investors navigated rising interest rates, geopolitical tensions, and continued economic uncertainty. U.S. stocks managed to finish the

3 Investor Concerns Today
Investors rarely have trouble finding something to worry about. Today, three issues in particular are getting a lot of attention: rising interest rates, the national debt, and the upcoming midterm

The $40 Trillion Debt Question
Recently, there has been a lot of talk about the U.S. national debt hitting $40 trillion. We are now spending more on interest payments than on defense, and we’re told

Don’t Postpone Happiness
It’s hard to believe August is already here. Think back over the past few months. What do you cherish the most from this summer? It probably wasn’t another day at

2Q26 DFA Quarterly Market Review
The second quarter of 2026 was a strong one for global equity markets, despite continued geopolitical uncertainty, shifting interest rate expectations, and plenty of headlines that could have given investors

Mid-Year Review: Headlines vs. Results
As we reach the midpoint of 2026, one lesson from the first half of the year stands out: the headlines and the markets told two very different stories. The conflict

What Will Your Money Mean This Summer?
Summer has a way of changing perspective. People spend more time with family, travel more, slow down a little, and create experiences they often remember for years. And many of

The Power of Remembering
The upcoming Memorial Day holiday is a time to remember and reflect. It gives us a moment to step back, gain perspective, and appreciate what matters most. That idea applies

1Q26 DFA Quarterly Market Review
The first quarter of 2026 was a reminder that markets don’t move in straight lines and that headlines don’t always tell the full story. Despite a steady drumbeat of geopolitical

Why Market Headlines Shouldn’t Drive Your Investment Decisions
Every day, there’s a new headline. Headlines such as: Markets drop on inflation fears Stocks rise on rate cut hopes Geopolitical tensions increase uncertainty. It’s constant. And it’s designed to