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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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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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Mar 10, 2026

Overview: Tune in to this week’s episode of Launch Financial as we break down the major developments that drove market volatility at the end of last week. We also look ahead to the key events shaping the markets in the days ahead, including earnings and updates from major retailers and tech companies, along with critical inflation data, Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index.

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Mar 3, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss major losses in the markets following geopolitical conflicts. Markets had nowhere to hide as gold pulled back, volatility spiked to its highest level since November, and oil surged for a second straight day — pushing Treasury yields higher on renewed inflation fears just as investors are counting on Fed rate cuts. 

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Feb 24, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a rocky week in the markets over AI disruption concerns, global trade issues, and Federal Reserve rhetoric on future interest rate policy. We will see a big week ahead of home improvement company earnings along with Nvidia and other tech companies. 

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Feb 17, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week in the markets as it continues to get hit on fears that AI could replace the software sector. All eyes remain on key economic data including the Fed's preferred measure of inflation, PCE, on Friday. For questions or inquire, email info@shermanwealth.com. 

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Feb 10, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a huge week ahead of key economic and inflation data, following recent record highs in the stock market as a shift into value-oriented stocks occurs. 

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Feb 4, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a huge week of economic data including earnings from the Magnificent Seven which have caused a sell-off in technology stocks. All eyes remain on commodities, tech earnings and key inflation data as we head into February. 

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Jan 27, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week ahead with the Federal Reserve interest rate meeting, mega cap tech earnings ahead, and key inflation data. All eyes remain on global trade developments and economic factors ahead. 

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Jan 20, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss global trade tensions causing treasury yields to spike and the markets to slip. All eyes this week are on earnings reports and PCE data, the Fed's preferred measure of inflation. 

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Jan 13, 2026

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week to kick off January with December CPI report, and earnings season with large money center banks reporting. All eyes continue to be on economic data and the Federal Reserve and the future of interest rate policy in 2026. 

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Jan 6, 2026

Overview: Tune into our very first 2026 episode of Launch Financial as we welcome the New Year and discuss setting financial goals and resolutions for the year ahead. The markets kicked off the year strong and we will continue to watch for economic indicators as we head into January.

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Dec 16, 2025

Overview: Tune into our final 2025 episode of Launch Financial as we discuss 2025 in the markets, the Federal Reserve future rate cut outlook, and year end financial housekeeping checklist. Email info@shermanwealth.com for any emails or inquiries and have a happy and healthy New Year!

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Dec 9, 2025

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week ahead with the Federal Reserve concluding their two-day interest rate meeting, as the market is pricing almost a 100% chance that interest rates are cut. As we head into the final weeks of the year, listen in for our year end financial planning tips. 

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Dec 2, 2025

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss November in the markets, the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, and year end planning items to tackle before December 31st. Email info@shermanwealth.com with any questions or inquiries. 

 

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Nov 25, 2025

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss November in the markets and recent volatility approaching the holidays. All eyes remain on the Federal Reserve and their increasing probability of cutting interest rates at their December meeting. We hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving and holiday season! 

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Nov 18, 2025

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a retreat in the markets over artificial inteligence valuation concerns and the tech bubble. All eyes remain on whether the Federal Reserve will be able to cut interest rates at their December meeting as the probability has tumbled from over 90% a month ago. For any questions or inquiries, email info@shermanwealth.com 

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Nov 11, 2025

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss continued corporate earnings, the tech and AI bubble, and the potential end of the government shut down. All eyes remain on the consumer, key inflation data, and its impact on the Federal Reserve! 

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Nov 4, 2025

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week ahead of corporate earnings following a 25 basis point interest rate last week from the Federal Reserve. All eyes remain on the continued government shutdown and the AI bubble and its impact on the market. 

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Oct 28, 2025

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a monster week of earnings, economic data, and the Federal Reserve on their two-day interest rate meeting and decision. All eyes are on the government shut down, markets notching all time highs, and earnings season concluding. 

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Oct 21, 2025

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week ahead for Q3 earnings season with a slew of companies reporting today through the rest of the week. Over 75% of the S&P 500 companies that have posted results so far have beaten expectations, and all eyes remain on updates to the government shut down, global trade developments, and the future of interest rate cuts. Email info@shermanwealth.com with questions or inquiries. 

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Oct 14, 2025

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss updates on the global trade front which rocked the market causing them to retreat last week from record highs. All eyes continue to be on the government shut down along with a strong start to earnings season from large money center banks. For more questions on the state of the economy and inquiries on planning items to tackle in Q4, email info@shermanwealth.com

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Oct 7, 2025

Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss record highs in the markets led by tech and the AI bubble, as investors simultaneously look for more answers and clarity on the government shut down as it heads into its second week. 

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