June was one for the history books, and not just because the S&P 500 hit an all-time high while this session was recorded. In this month’s episode, Darlene Kuipers and Joey Ott break down some data beneath the headlines.From market resilience and financial literacy to the exponential adoption of AI, we explore the forces shaping both the everyday investor and the future of innovation. In EP 06:The S&P 500's new record and why all-time highs are not a red flagAI as a human acceleration tool, and what that means for companies and investors alikeThe surprising flatline of American financial literacy over the past 8 yearsHow entrepreneurial thinking (not just entrepreneurship) is redefining corporate innovationWhy rising oil prices might affect your wallet more than your portfolioWhether you’re watching the markets climb or navigating uncertainty, this episode offers perspective, strategy, and a reminder: long-term vision outlasts short-term noise.Disclosures Past performance does not determine future results. Securities offered through Harbour Investments, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through LVZ, Inc. LVZ, Inc. is a federally registered investment adviser. Learn more at www.lvzinc.com. This was recorded on June 27, 2025. This is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. References to specific portfolios should not be considered a recommendation. At the time of this recording, LVZ, Inc. may hold positions in the companies mentioned. Data and analysis does not represent the expected future performance of any investment product or strategy. Sources: Crude Oil: https://www.google.com/search?q=oil+prices&rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS1135US1135&oq=oil+price&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqDwgAEEUYOxiDARixAxiABDIPCAAQRRg7GIMBGLEDGIAEMg8IARBFGDsYgwEYsQMYgAQyBggCEEUYOTINCAMQABiDARixAxiABDINCAQQABiDARixAxiABDIKCAUQABixAxiABDIHCAYQABiABDIGCAcQBRhA0gEIMTc4NWowajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-82025 TIAA Institute GFLEC Personal Finance Index: https://www.tiaa.org/content/dam/tiaa/institute/pdf/insights-report/2025-05/financial-literacy-and-retirement-fluency-in-america-p-fin-ir.pdf BOND, May 2025 Trends – Artificial Intelligence Report: https://www.bondcap.com/reports/tai