The last couple of years have been equal parts rewarding and challenging for investors. Inflation has impacted just about every major market sector, and has taken a toll on consumers and businesses alike.

Although inflation has cooled significantly from its peak of 9.1% in June 2022, the current rate of 3.5% is still above the Federal Reserve's target range in the neighborhood of 2%.

Indeed, investors have still been able to generate strong returns over the last year or so. Artificial intelligence (AI) and new breakthroughs in weight-loss treatments have propelled surging interest in the technology and pharmaceutical industries.

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