Markets are moving fast, and this week gave us plenty to talk about.

In the latest episode of the Main Street Money podcast, we break down a volatile week where the Dow surged 1,300 points on ceasefire optimism, only to be met with the hottest inflation reading in nearly two years.

With CPI coming in at 3.3% and gas prices jumping sharply, markets are being pulled in multiple directions.

We also dive into a stronger-than-expected jobs report, what’s driving more people back into the workforce, and what it could mean for the broader economy.

Here’s what we’re unpacking in this episode:

-Why markets reacted the way they did to inflation data

-How geopolitical tensions and oil prices are influencing volatility

-What rising interest rates mean for savers versus borrowers

-Why earnings season may matter more than the headlines

-Key risks investors should be watching in the weeks ahead

If you’re wondering how all of this impacts your financial plan, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.Listen now and stay informed.

Markets are sending a message—and it’s a big shift.

5 straight weeks of losses for the S&P 500Oil back above $110Interest rates climbing… and now the market is pricing in ZERO cuts (with a real chance of hikes)Sound familiar?

In this episode, we break down why 2026 is starting to feel a lot like 2022—and more importantly, what that actually means for you as an investor.

We cover:

The chain reaction: oil → inflation → rates → stock pricesWhy the market is repricing risk in real time

How this compares to past downturns (and what happened after)

What smart investors are doing right now (hint: not panicking)

Bottom line:This isn’t the first storm—and it won’t be the last.

The key is staying disciplined when things feel uncertain. If you’ve been wondering:“Should I be doing something right now?”This episode is for you.Listen now & stay ahead of the noise.

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