Is AI coming for your job? Are interest rates staying higher for longer? And what should investors be doing with bonds in today's market?

In this week's Investment Friday, Hannah Chapman and Brad Haines break down the Federal Reserve's latest decision, the massive AI infrastructure buildout happening behind the scenes, and why fixed income strategies may deserve a fresh look as markets navigate an uncertain future.

Learn:

• Why the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady

• How Kevin Walsh is changing Fed communication

• What the "dot plot" is and why it may become less important

• How oil prices impact inflation

• Why the Iran ceasefire matters for markets

• The role AI infrastructure plays in today's economy

• How data centers create short-term inflation

• Why AI may ultimately be deflationary

• How AI could increase worker productivity and incomes

• Why human capital still matters in an AI-driven world

• Fixed-rate bonds vs. floating-rate bonds

• When each bond strategy may make sense

• How investors can build stability into their portfolios

Ready to work with a fiduciary CFP to build your long-term wealth strategy? Hannah is currently accepting new clients at X² Wealth Planning. Schedule a complimentary consultation: https://calendly.com/hannahrchapman/60-minute-exploration-call?back=1&month=2026-06

Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC® | hannah.chapman@x2wealthplanning.com | x2wealthplanning.com

Connect with Brad at bhaines@juncturewealth.com and online at https://www.juncturewealth.com