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      Date Published: January 16, 2026

2026 Investment Outlook:
Stay Invested, Stay Diversified, Stay Disciplined

Authors: 
Rusty Vanneman, Chief Investment Officer
Kurt Spieler, Senior Vice President, Investment Management

The year ahead will bring a mix of evolving economic policy, geopolitical complexity and rapid technological shifts. In this environment, foundational investment principles are not just prudent — they are essential for long-term wealth preservation and growth.

Our 2026 Outlook outlines how staying invested, staying diversified and staying disciplined work together to support smart, long-term decision-making.

FNBO Wealth" is a brand name that refers to First National Bank of Omaha ("FNBO") and certain of its affiliates and subsidiaries that provide or make available trust, investment, securities brokerage, investment advisory, banking, and related services.

Investment products are: Not a Deposit • Not FDIC Insured • Not Insured by any Federal Government Agency • Not Guaranteed by the Bank • May Go Down in Value

Trust and related services are provided by FNBO, a national bank with trust powers.

Certain trust and related services are also provided by FNN Trust Company, a South Dakota state-chartered trust company and wholly-owned subsidiary of FNBO. FNN Trust Company does not offer depository, lending, or other banking products, and is not FDIC insured.

"First Investments & Planning" refers to a division of FNBO that makes available third-party brokerage and investment advisory products and related services on bank premises. Brokerage services are offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. ("RJFS"), a registered broker-dealer. Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services are offered through Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. ("RJFSA"), a registered investment adviser. Insurance products are offered through RJFS, Raymond James Insurance Group, Inc. ("RJIG"), and their affiliates. Registered representatives of RJFS and investment adviser representatives of RJFSA offer products and services using the name First Investments & Planning and may also be employees of FNBO. These products and services are being offered through RJFS, RJFSA, RJIG, or their affiliates, which are separate entities from, and not affiliated with, FNBO or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates. FNBO is not registered as a broker-dealer or investment adviser.

Certain investment advisory services are provided by First National Advisers, LLC ("FNA"), with certain services provided through FNA doing business as Private Wealth Reserve, an SEC-registered investment adviser and wholly-owned subsidiary of FNBO. FNBO is not a registered investment adviser.

Deposit products, such as checking, savings, and money market accounts, and lending, credit, and related products are offered by FNBO. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

Only deposit products are FDIC insured.


INVESTMENT AND INSURANCE PRODUCTS ARE:

• NOT FDIC INSURED • NOT A DEPOSIT OR OTHER OBLIGATION OF, OR GUARANTEED BY, FNBO OR ANY OF ITS SUBSIDIARIES OR AFFILIATES • MAY LOSE VALUE


FNBO, its affiliates, and subsidiaries do not provide legal or tax advice.

 

The articles in this blog are for informational purposes only and not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations. When making decisions about your financial situation, consult a financial professional for advice. Articles are not regularly updated, and information may become outdated.