We expected a solid year — not a historic one.
AI-driven productivity gains quietly fueled corporate earnings growth, and the markets responded in a big way.
The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all far exceeded expectations, delivering double-digit returns once again.
In this clip from Dollars & Sense, Joel Garris breaks down:
• Why AI became the biggest earnings catalyst of 2025
• How we under-promised — and the markets over-delivered
• What surprised us most about last year’s performance
• And the key question investors should be asking heading into 2026
Sometimes the most powerful market forces are the ones hiding in plain sight.
Full episode available now — fearless forecast included. https://youtu.be/VL9CN9nwBao
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Hosted by Joel Garris, a Certified Financial Planner and Fiduciary at Nelson Financial Planning, Dollars & Sense is one of Central Florida’s longest-running radio programs and a top 25 financial planning podcast. Each week, Joel and his team provide expert insights to help you make sense of all your financial decisions.
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