The One Big Beautiful Bill introduced sweeping tax changes, including a $15 million estate tax exemption and expanded SALT deduction caps. These provisions create new opportunities for high-income families to minimize taxes and strategically plan their wealth transfers and charitable giving.

U.S. stocks ended lower for the week as investors took profits in technology shares following strong recent gains.

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U.S. equities ended the week higher as strong technology earnings and modest progress in U.S.–China trade talks supported market sentiment.

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US equity markets ended the week on a high note, posting record closing highs on Friday after inflation data came in cooler than expected.

VestGen Wealth Partners, LLC announced a strategic expansion into the retirement plan market with the launch of VestGen Retirement Services. The new initiative delivers institutional-grade fiduciary oversight and participant engagement to plan sponsors seeking a more proactive, personalized experience.

For many high-net-worth families, a Spousal Lifetime Access Trust (SLAT) offers a powerful way to protect wealth, reduce estate taxes, and provide for a spouse while preserving assets for future generations. By moving assets outside of the taxable estate while maintaining access for the beneficiary spouse, SLATs balance flexibility with long-term financial security and asset protection.

US equities endured a choppy week as credit worries and trade rhetoric spooked investors but ultimately were able to turn out a positive weekly performance.

For high-net-worth families, strategic charitable giving provides significant tax advantages while building a lasting legacy. By donating appreciated assets through vehicles like donor-advised funds, private foundations, or charitable trusts, wealthy families can maximize their deductions, avoid capital gains taxes, and engage future generations in values-based giving.

US equities were set for another week of gains, but a renewal of trade war rhetoric with China sent major indices sharply lower on Friday, resulting for weekly losses across the board for US stocks.

VestGen now oversees approximately $7 billion in total client assets, with 45 advisors across the country. Acquisitions represent next phase of growth after launching in December 2024

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US equities bounced back and with a positive weekly performance on improved market breadth, driving both the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average to a 1.1% gain that marked a new all-time high for both indices.

For many high-net-worth families, the answer to holding a family's wealth together across generations lies in family governance, with family meetings serving as one of the most effective tools for building this foundation.

A three-week winning streak for the S&P 500 was snapped as investors assessed mixed economic data and braced for yet another government shutdown threat.

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Major US stock indices set new record highs this week, once again led by large cap technology stocks.

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Increased odds of further rate cuts in 2025 helped keep the equity rally going, with US stocks hitting further all-time highs during the week.