Like us, LPL is confident in long-term prospects for our economy and the markets. Of course, there will be ups and downs.  To achieve success, focused on your long term investments goals; and, we know, that's not always easy. 

The Midyear Outlook highlights key indicators that could drive the markets; including the upcoming Presidential election.  While perspectives on the battle to the White House will fill your news feeds and keep markets slightly volatile; we do not anticipate any triggers for a bear market as we head towards year end. 

Now is the time to check in, and see if your financial goals for 2016 and beyond are on track? There is still plenty of time left this year to head in the right direction. Take a few minutes to review your budget, check your tax withholdings, make sure you maximizing contributions to your retirement plan, and rebalance your portfolio.  It is much easier to make changes and adjustments now than to try to pull it all together later in year.