In this week’s CB3 Financial Weekly Update, Charles Brown unpacks an extraordinary week for U.S. equities. The Dow hit its first record close of 2025, powered by tech giants, AI, and broadening market momentum. We break down the forces behind the rally, from small-cap strength to megacap tech dominance.

Beyond Wall Street, the Trump–Putin summit in Alaska captured global headlines, while Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s Jackson Hole speech ignited hopes of a September rate cut—potentially the first of several. What does it all mean for investors heading into autumn? Charles highlights the risks, the opportunities, and why the coming months could set the tone for year-end markets.

Stay tuned for insights on stocks, sectors, and strategy as we head into the fall season.