2026 Outlook Webinar

The Policy Engine

2026 Outlook: The Policy Engine delivers market insights on what we may expect from the economy, stocks, bonds, and more through 2026.

2026 Outlook: The Policy Engine

Thursday, January 22 at 1:00 PM

Get timely insights to help you plan confidently for the upcoming year. This webinar offers an in-depth look at market trends, economic expectations, and key factors shaping the investment landscape through 2026.

In 2025, markets were largely shaped by policy decisions and momentum rather than traditional business fundamentals. In other words, fiscal and monetary actions often had a greater impact on market trends than overall economic performance.

This policy- and momentum-driven environment is expected to continue in 2026, which could bring ongoing ups and downs and more pronounced price swings. Investors may benefit from staying patient and avoiding reactions to short-term market moves.

There is reason for optimism. LPL Research sees policy potentially supporting markets, with central banks likely to continue easing as economic growth slows and inflation remains contained. Corporate earnings could provide support, though there is limited room for error, highlighting the importance of careful evaluation. Core bonds may offer modest value, especially with a more dovish Federal Reserve.

In this environment, investors may consider reviewing non-correlated alternative investments with their advisors as part of a diversified approach.

Want to see how all this could play out in 2026?

Join our webinar, Thursday, January 22nd at 1:00pm for a forward-looking view of the trends, opportunities, and challenges investors may face — and guidance on navigating them with clarity and perspective.

Q&A with a Professional Panel

Our panel has extensive experience in the financial industry:

• Mike Rogers, AIF® – President and founder of 360 Financial. As a fiduciary, he utilizes his 30+ years of experience to orchestrate and implement customized strategies tailored to address the issues and concerns of qualified retirement plan trustees, high-level professionals, and thriving business owners.
  

• Brian Bohnsack, AIF® – Senior Vice President of 360 Financial, Financial Advisor, Managing Principal of the Elk River Office. Brian specializes in risk management, including life and health insurance.

  
  

• Michael Urch, CFP® – As a Certified Financial Planner™, Michael advises his clients on insurance planning, investment planning, retirement income planning, tax planning, and estate planning.

Webinar Presenter Bios

Mike Rogers, AIF®, Founder of 360 Financial Mike Rogers is the President and founder of Wayzata-based 360 Financial. Prior to establishing the firm in 1995, he spent seven years building a solid financial base with two of the nation’s largest investment firms. As a fiduciary, he utilizes his 30+ years of experience to orchestrate and implement customized strategies tailored to address the issues and concerns of qualified retirement plan trustees, high-level professionals, and thriving business owners.

Brian Bohnsack, AIF®, Senior Vice President Brian is a Managing Principal of Elk River Office and a wealth advisor. Brian attained a bachelor’s degree in accounting, earned his FINRA series 7 and 66 securities registrations through LPL Financial, and carries life and health insurance licenses. Brian has a wide range of experience in financial services, accounting, and management. He loves working directly with his clients to help them learn more about their goals and dreams and educate them about financial planning and investing.

Michael Urch, CFP®, Senior Wealth Manager

As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Michael advises his clients on insurance planning, investment planning, retirement income planning, tax planning, and estate planning. Prior to joining 360, he spent nine years honing his skills first at a Fortune 100 Financial Services Company and then at independent, planning-centric firms. He graduated magna cum laude from Bethel University with a BA in economics and finance, as well as a minor in mathematics.

This material is for general information only and is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. The economic forecasts may not develop as predicted. Please read the full 2026 Outlook: The Policy Engine for additional description and disclosure. This research material has been prepared by LPL Financial LLC.

About 360 Financial

360 Financial is an independent wealth management firm with a team of specialized financial advisors and financial planners. As fiduciaries, 360 Financial’s advisors provide services to business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals. We help investors with sudden wealth, retirement planning, tax planning, estate planning, and business financial planning. 

Headquartered in Minnesota, we serve investors across the US with online and in-person wealth management and financial planning services.