2025 Market Recap + 2026 Outlook: AI Boom, Inflation, Tariffs & more

2025 was a wild ride for investors, and 2026 is already lining up its own set of curveballs. Eric Kearney and Joseph Lanza break down the biggest themes—AI, inflation, rates, policy headlines—and share a practical investor checklist to stay proactive.

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2025 was a wild ride for investors, and 2026 is already lining up its own set of curveballs. Eric Kearney and Joseph Lanza break down the biggest themes—AI, inflation, rates, policy headlines—and share a practical investor checklist to stay proactive.

For a farm fresh second opinion, visit https://farmtruckfinancial.com and schedule a complimentary review with Retirement Wealth Advisors.

In this conversation, we look back at what drove volatility in 2025, why “waiting for things to calm down” can quietly derail progress, and what to watch as we head into 2026. You’ll also hear a straightforward checklist mindset for navigating uncertainty, protecting income planning, and keeping long-term strategy ahead of short-term emotion.

Topics include:
AI investing enthusiasm and what to watch next
Economic strength vs recession predictions
Tariff headlines and market reactions
Government shutdown risk and market psychology
Inflation and the reality of “prices not coming back down”
Rate cuts and why inflation can stay sticky
Planning through midterms and political noise
Retirement pressure points like healthcare costs
Early-year planning moves (contribution reviews, tax planning conversations)

Educational content only. Not investment, tax, or legal advice. Consult a qualified professional about your specific situation.

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00:00 Coming Up 2025 Recap and 2026 Expectations
00:30 Welcome to Farm Truck Financial
00:52 Why Every Year Feels Hard for Investors
01:27 The Two Letters That Defined 2025
02:19 AI Fear vs Opportunity for Jobs and Business
03:02 1999 Vibes and the AI Gold Rush
04:04 AI, GDP, and the Global Tech Race
05:08 Economy Check Strong but Slower
05:53 Recession Predictions That Never Landed
06:32 Break and Return 2026 Radar
07:29 Back From Break Setting the Table
07:36 2025 Tariffs Volatility and the Snapback
08:51 Government Shutdown Frustration and Risk
10:10 The Fed, Rates, and Sticky Inflation
11:31 Retirement Has Changed What Planning Must Cover
12:23 Why Prices Feel Permanent
12:51 Next Up The Investor Checklist Mindset
13:07 Procrastination Costs in Retirement
13:46 Midterms Noise and the Waiting Trap
14:44 Proactive Planning Beats Reactive Moves
15:52 Healthcare Costs and Retirement Pressure
17:06 Tax Law Changes and New Year Moves
17:20 Contribution Limits and Early-Year Adjustments
18:09 The Wrap Strategy Over Headlines

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