April 2026 Market Update: Navigating Volatility with Discipline
April 2026 market update: Stocks and bonds declined in March, but volatility remains within historical norms. Learn how disciplined portfolio management and strategic positioning can help investors stay on track.
Market Volatility and Geopolitical Events: What Investors Should Know Right Now
Market volatility tied to geopolitical events can be unsettling. Here’s how recent developments may impact markets and why maintaining a long-term perspective matters.
March 2026 Market Update: Diversification at Work in a Shifting Market
March 2026 market commentary from ACT Advisors: While U.S. large-cap stocks declined, diversified portfolios benefited from international exposure and bonds. Plus, important tax-season fraud reminders.
ACT Advisors Recognized in LPL Financial’s 2025 Summit Club
We’re proud to share that ACT Advisors has been recognized through LPL Financial’s 2025 Summit Club, an honor reserved for a select group of advisory firms nationwide. This recognition reflects the collective work of the ACT Advisors team and our shared commitment to disciplined planning, proactive risk management, and long-term partnership with our clients. In an […]
February 2026 Market Update: A Look at the Start of the Year and What We’re Watching Ahead
January 2026 opened with modest stock market gains and stable bond performance. Doug English of ACT Advisors reviews market activity and outlines how portfolios and financial planning are being approached in February.
Investors Face Uncertainty in 2026—But Markets May Still Offer Opportunity
Doug English, Certified Financial Planner™ with ACT Advisors, recently joined South Carolina Business Review to share his perspective on what investors may want to consider in 2026.
Looking Back to Move Forward: What 2025 Taught Us About Investing and Planning for 2026
ACT Advisors’ Doug English reflects on 2025 market performance, the value of staying disciplined through volatility, and why thoughtful financial planning matters as we head into 2026.
December 2025 Market Update: Reflecting on a Strong Year and Preparing for 2026
Doug English, CFP® discusses the markets and what we did in our client’s portfolios in November 2025.
November 2025 Market Update: October Gains and Year-End Planning
Doug English, CFP® discusses the markets and what we did in our client’s portfolios in October 2025.
October 2025 Market Update: Municipal Bonds Catch Up and Portfolios Stay Strong
Doug English, CFP® discusses the markets and what we did in our client’s portfolios in September 2025.