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Weekly Commentary

Robertson Stephens Weekly Commentary – July 27, 2026

July 30, 2026

In light of the new tariffs imposed by President Trump and the sharp increase in the price of oil (Brent was above $100 this weekend but has fallen equally sharply to start the week), questions about Federal Reserve policy have flared again. Markets traded lower this week as geopolitical tensions escalated in the Middle East and the price of oil surged +15%. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq each declined around -2%, with the Russell 2000 close behind at -1.5%. On the wealth planning front, we discuss strategies for managing high-value retirement accounts and selecting the most tax-efficient vehicles for long-term wealth preservation.