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Lessons from the 10 Best Investors in the World
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February 25, 2026
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Stocks Advance on Tariff Reset and Improved Visibility
Author: Montecito Capital Management For the week ending February 20, U.S. equity markets stabilized and moved modestly higher as investors welcomed greater clarity around trade policy, even amid lingering uncertainty. The S&P 500 rose 1.1%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average
February 21, 2026
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Volatility Returns as Investors Reprice AI Risk
Markets whipsawed over the week as investors rotated between optimism around AI-driven productivity gains and renewed valuation caution. Early strength faded as participants reassessed how much future growth is already priced in, leaving a more defensive tone into the close
February 14, 2026
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Markets Whipsaw as Software Meets the AI Reality Check
Author, Montecito Capital Management For the week ending February 6, U.S. equities delivered a split verdict. The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced solidly, supported by rotation into cyclicals and industrial leadership, while the S&P 500 hovered around flat and the
February 7, 2026
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Volatility Is Temporary. Opportunity Is Timeless. Discipline Is Everything.
Authors: Kip Lytel, CFA & Loveth Abu Montecito Capital Management Market volatility has a way of grabbing attention. A sharp down day makes headlines, triggers alerts, and can quickly pull investors into reacting rather than thinking. For investors with resilient,
February 3, 2026
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Breaking the Popular 60/40 Traditional Portfolio Mold: How Non-Traditional Assets Redefine Diversification in 2025
Breaking the Popular 60/40 Traditional Portfolio Mold: How Non-Traditional Assets Redefine Diversification in 2025 Authored by: Montecito Capital Management October 21, 2025 The Rise and Fall of the Traditional 60/40 Portfolio For decades, the 60/40 portfolio—60% stocks, 40% bonds—was the
October 31, 2025
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How Much Do You Really Need to Retire? Why Location Matters More Than You Think
How Much Do You Really Need to Retire? Why Location Matters More Than You Think Planning for retirement often raises the question: how much money is truly enough to live comfortably? While traditional advice focuses on a fixed savings target,
October 30, 2025
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History Rhymes: Why Strong Earnings, Rate Cuts, and AI Could Drive the Next Leg Higher
History Rhymes: Why Strong Earnings, Rate Cuts, and AI Could Drive the Next Leg Higher Author: Montecito Capital Management October 14, 2025 As the market heads into the final quarter of fiscal 2025 and looks ahead to FY26, investor sentiment
October 30, 2025
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Inflation Heat Is Easing: What September’s CPI Means for Rates, Stocks, and the Road Ahead
Inflation Heat Is Easing: What September’s CPI Means for Rates, Stocks, and the Road Ahead Author: Montecito Capital Management October 26, 2025 September 2025 CPI Report Shows Signs of Cooling Inflation The September 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI) report delivered
October 28, 2025
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Defensive Income Strategies for Rising Rates & Bond Outflow Rotation
Defensive Income Strategies for Rising Rates & Bond Outflow Rotation In today’s financial landscape, investors—especially retirees—are facing a challenging environment marked by rising interest rates, bond market volatility, and shrinking income opportunities from traditional fixed-income sources. As capital continues to
October 24, 2025
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