Markets are sitting near all-time highs… while the U.S. government is shut down. Tariff headlines are bouncing back and forth, inflation data is frozen, and the Fed's next move could set the tone for the rest of the year — but what does any of that actually mean for your portfolio?

In this week's Investment Friday, Hannah Chapman CFP®, APMA®, CRPC® and Brad Haines, CFA, FRM and Chief Investment Officer of Juncture Wealth Strategies break down what's really happening beneath the noise — from Trump's proposed 100% tariffs on China and the ripple effects on rare earth minerals, to how the government shutdown is distorting access to economic data and why that uncertainty fuels short-term market swings. They also share the practical steps investors can take right now: rebalancing portfolios, tax-loss harvesting, and making confident year-end decisions even when the data isn't flowing.

Learn about:

• Tariffs are back in the headlines — but what do they really mean for prices, profits, and portfolios?

• The government shutdown has frozen official economic data, leaving markets flying a little blind — we share where we're finding reliable information anyway.

• Inflation is still running above target, but rents are falling fast. We talk about why housing data takes months to show up in the numbers.

• The Fed's next meeting is coming up, and we dig into why the story around a rate cut can matter even more than the cut itself.

• It's Q4 — time to check your portfolio mix, take profits where it makes sense, and harvest losses to trim your tax bill.

• Mutual funds are about to start paying out capital gains… and we explain how that surprise tax bill sneaks up on investors every year.

• How patience, process, and a clear plan help you make smart decisions, even when headlines are loud and data is scarce.

Connect with Brad here:

Website: https://www.juncturewealth.com

Email: bhaines@juncturewealth.com

Connect with Hannah here:

X² Wealth Planning Website: https://x2wealthplanning.com/

Expansive CEO: https://expansiveceo.com/

Hannah's Website: https://hannahrchapman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannah.chapman.cfp

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannahchapmanfinancialadvisor/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahrchapman/

What if visibility wasn't about being louder—but about being truer?

So many founders and creators feel the pull to share their message, yet freeze the moment the camera turns on. They know they have brilliance inside them, but translating that inner genius into words that resonate publicly—that's where they get stuck.

In this episode, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC®, talks to Arriana Acuna, Founder & CEO of Operations Media, about solving this problem. Arriana helps founders be seen for who they really are, guiding them to drop the script, speak from the soul, and build trust that converts. Explore what authentic visibility truly looks like, how Human Design informs your creative flow, and how to scale your impact without losing your alignment.

Learn more:

• Visibility that converts: directing founders to speak naturally (no scripts) and ship high-signal content

• Projector advantage: seeing systems and people—how Arriana blends operator precision with visionary direction

• The “hook–details–solution” content formula that accelerates trust online

• Splenic authority IRL: learning to trust the quiet yes/no—and what happens when you don't

• Nervous system capacity & money: clearing “boulders” so wealth/attention can flow to and through you

Connect with Arriana here:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arriana.acuna/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arrianaacuna

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arrianaacuna_/?hl=en

Website: https://operationsmedia.com/our-story

Connect with Hannah here:

X² Wealth Planning Website: https://x2wealthplanning.com/

Expansive CEO: https://expansiveceo.com/

Hannah's Website: https://hannahrchapman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannah.chapman.cfp

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannahchapmanfinancialadvisor/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahrchapman/

A government shutdown, record-high markets, and falling interest rates — all happening at once. What does that really mean for investors as we head into the final quarter of 2025?

This week, Hannah Chapman, CFP®, APMA®, CRPC®, breaks down the surprising calm in the markets despite the U.S. government shutdown, why investors are cheering expected Fed rate cuts, and how these shifts impact both business growth and year-end planning.

She also explains what small business owners and self-employed individuals need to know about potential changes to ACA tax credits, rising health insurance premiums, and the importance of proactive tax strategy before the year ends.

From IRA contributions and charitable gifting to data sources that keep us informed even when the government is offline, this solo episode is packed with practical tools to finish 2025 strong — and start 2026 prepared.

• How current market conditions reflect deeper economic resilience — even in the face of political uncertainty

• Why interest rate shifts continue to drive investor sentiment and shape business decision-making

• What to keep in mind as we approach key tax deadlines and year-end financial planning season

• Where investors and advisors can still access critical data while traditional sources are paused

• Practical ways to approach your financial strategy with calm, clarity, and intention in the final quarter of the year

Connect with Hannah here:

X² Wealth Planning Website: https://x2wealthplanning.com/

Expansive CEO: https://expansiveceo.com/

Email: hannah@expansiveceo.com