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A Case for Balance

In recent years, U.S. market performance has been dominated by growth equities, particularly since the AI-driven rally that began in late 2022. Yet history reminds us that leadership between growth and value is cyclical. Extended periods of dominance by one style often give way to long stretches of outperformance by the other. In this brief paper, we explore why this trend makes portfolio rebalancing critical, the risks of overconcentration in growth stocks, and how large cap value strategies may provide diversification, attractive fundamentals, and the potential for consistent returns. This not a case against growth or for value; it is a case for balance.

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Doll’s Deliberations^®

Weekly investment commentary

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Is There a Deal? – Market Thinks Yes

Investors apparently believe maximum risk related to the war is over, and the damage so far will not unduly impact the global economic expansion. With markets back near all-time highs, valuations leave little room for setbacks. Can the rally be trusted? Bob looks at the headlines and highlights what matters.

A Ceasefire – But Will It Hold?

Inflation remained hotter than ideal in February, even before the latest rise in energy prices, reinforcing the view that price pressures may prove more stubborn than many had hoped. In this week’s commentary, Bob highlights why this inflation signal deserves attention and what it could mean for markets in the months ahead.

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Bob Doll’s 2Q26 Market Update (Webinar Presentation)

At the end of the first quarter, Bob Doll, CFA, looks back at what 2026 has brought so far and what investors may have to look forward to – or fear – in the quarter ahead. Access the presentation and watch the webinar replay for more.

Bob Doll’s Quarterly Investment Commentary 2Q26

In this quarterly investment commentary, Bob Doll analyzes the biggest risks facing investors in 2Q26, including recession, inflation, oil prices, Fed policy, corporate earnings, and the impact of the war in Iran on stocks and bonds. He also scores his 10 Predictions for 2026 – how are his views holding up? Read the full story.

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Bob Doll’s 10 Predictions for 2026 Webinar – Q1 2026

Bob Doll’s Live Quarterly Market Update Webinar – Q4 2025

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Bob Doll on Schwab Network

Crossmark’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer Bob Doll, CFA joined Schwab Network. He explains why U.S. equities continue to hit record highs despite elevated oil prices and geopolitical risks. Bob discusses shifting leadership within the Magnificent Seven, emphasizing a focus on earnings quality, return on equity, and free cash flow. Doll also outlines selective positioning in semiconductors while growing cautious on consumer credit exposure and parts of the financial sector.

Bob Doll on Fox Business Network

Crossmark’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer Bob Doll, CFA joined Fox Business Network’s Making Money with Charles Payne. Bob and Charles discussed the impact of geopolitics and the Iran conflict on the market.

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Crossmark Global Investments Launches Two Active Values-Based ETFs, Managed by Industry Veteran Bob Doll

Crossmark Global Investments has launched two actively managed exchanged-traded funds (ETFs): Crossmark Large Cap Growth ETF (ticker: CLCG) and Crossmark Large Cap Value ETF (ticker: CLCV).

Crossmark Files Preliminary Registration Statement for Two Values-Based Actively Managed ETFs: Crossmark Large Cap Growth ETF and Crossmark Large Cap Value ETF

The offering marks Crossmark’s entry into the active ETF market and the first ETFs managed by Bob Doll in his four-decade career managing portfolios for clients.

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