Interest Rates Rise: Higher for Longer? What It Means for Your Money | 2026

Interest rates continue to be a major topic for investors, savers, homeowners, and businesses in 2026. In this episode, Delaware Wealth Planners advisors Brent Bonstingl and Damon Nickle discuss the recent changes in interest rates and what they could mean for your financial picture. As interest-rate expectations have shifted throughout 2026, many people are asking: Are higher rates here for longer? How many rate cuts could still come? And what is causing expectations to change? Brent and Damon break down the current interest-rate environment and discuss: • Does the recent rate environment mean higher interest rates for longer? • How many interest-rate cuts could potentially come next? • What factors are contributing to changes in interest-rate expectations? • Why have interest-rate expectations changed throughout 2026? • How higher interest rates may create opportunities to potentially put cash to work • How changing interest rates can affect borrowing money • What higher rates can mean for consumers, investors, businesses, and borrowers • Why understanding the relationship between interest rates and your financial plan matters Interest rates can affect many areas of a financial plan, from savings and cash management to borrowing, investing, retirement planning, and long-term financial goals. Watch the full discussion with Brent Bonstingl and Damon Nickle for an educational overview of the current interest-rate environment and considerations to keep in mind as economic conditions continue to change. Learn More About Delaware Wealth Planners: www.dwpfinancial.com Delaware Wealth Planners provides financial planning, investment advisory, and wealth management services designed to help individuals, families, executives, and businesses plan for their financial goals. Important Disclosure: This video is provided for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized investment, tax, or financial advice. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Interest rates, economic conditions, and market conditions can change, and future rate decisions cannot be predicted with certainty. Please consult with a qualified financial professional regarding your individual circumstances. #InterestRates #FederalReserve #InterestRates2026 #RateCuts #FinancialPlanning #WealthManagement #Investing #RetirementPlanning #DelawareWealthPlanners