Sunday, December 14th. Fed Pause, Markets Buzz.

The Fed cut rates but signaled it’s ready to hit pause for a while. In our Week in Review, Dave Spano and Brian Jacobsen break down why their upbeat tone on productivity could make their job easier, what the board’s mindset might be, and why market expectations for 2026 cuts are already taking shape. Plus, we discuss the confusion around balance sheet tweaks—spoiler: it’s not QE, just a move to keep year-end funding calm. Also, segments on navigating financial conversations with family, and why 2026 might be a pivotal year for estate plans.