MARKET OUTLOOK
LPL Research’s 2026 Midyear Outlook: Policy, Buildouts, & Bottlenecks delivers market insights on what we may expect from the economy, stocks, bonds, and more for the remainder of 2026.
2026 Midyear OutlookNewsletters
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Surprise! It’s Retirement Time
Considering some important issues now could provide more options in the event of early retirement.
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Voluntourism: A Vacation That Makes a Difference
A volunteer vacation offers an opportunity to give back, meet new people who share common interests, and become immersed in a different culture.
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Medicare or Medicaid?
It’s easy to confuse Medicare and Medicaid, but there are important differences between the programs.
Calculators
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LTCI Cost of Waiting
Estimate the potential cost of waiting to purchase a long-term care insurance policy.
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Retirement Plan Early Distribution
Estimate how much would remain after paying income taxes and penalties if you took an early distribution from a retirement plan.
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Home Affordability
Estimate of the maximum amount of financing you can expect to get when you begin house hunting.
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Net Worth
A balance sheet summarizes your assets and liabilities and reveals your net worth.