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Launch Financial

Launch Financial is a podcast about your finances and improving your financial health & education. Launch financial is hosted by Brad Sherman, president of Sherman Wealth Management, and Ashley Perlmutter, Financial Advisor and Director of Client Experience, fee-only registered investment advisory firm in Gaithersburg, MD.
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Now displaying: April, 2026
Apr 28, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week ahead with teh Federal Reserve kicking off their FOMC interest rate meetinng, inflation data, and the Magnificent Seven reporting earnings. All eyes look to the markets just off record highs as we await more economic clarity. 

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Apr 21, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as the markets digest rising geopolitical tensions, a fragile Iran ceasefire and potential end to the war, and a packed slate of economic data, earnings, and Fed developments. Stocks pulled back after a historic run even as valuations hit extreme levels, widening the gap between strong market performance and weak consumer sentiment. All eyes continue to be on the future of interest rate policy, inflation, and geopolitical tensions. 

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Apr 15, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week’s episode of Launch Financial as we break down a strong week in the markets, with stocks continuing to surge amid growing investor optimism around the potential end of the Iran war. We’re also keeping a close eye on key economic data, including the latest Producer Price Index report, along with fresh insights on the consumer coming from major bank earnings throughout the week. On the financial planning side, with Tax Day here, we discuss how to use your 2025 tax return as a planning tool, helping you fine-tune your strategy and realign your financial roadmap for the rest of the year.

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Apr 8, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Finanical to kick off National Financial Literacy Month. Markets surged today on easing geopolitical tensions after a surprise U.S.–Iran ceasefire, which sent oil prices sharply lower and boosted investor confidence. The rally was broad-based, with stocks jumping on hopes of lower inflation and potential Fed rate cuts pending key inflation data reports this week. 

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