2025 was a year filled with market surprises, shifting narratives, and major moments that reshaped the way investors think about their financial strategies. Across dozens of videos and conversations, our investment team dug into the stories capturing headlines and influencing decisions, from retirement plan innovation, to the evolution of crypto, to global investing trends that no one saw coming.
As we step into 2026, these themes are more than just highlights. They offer a roadmap for the questions investors will continue asking and the opportunities that may define the year ahead.
Here is a refreshed look at the ideas that sparked the most conversation in 2025, and why they still matter.
The 401(k) Debate: Why Private Investments Could Change Retirement Saving
When Scott Duba, Chief Investment Officer and President of Prime Capital Wealth, and Jania Stout, President of Prime Capital Retirement & Wellness, sat down to unpack the role of private investments inside 401(k) plans, they tackled one of the biggest retirement conversations of the year.
Their message was clear.
Private investments could offer diversification and new opportunity, but they also can bring higher fees, reduced liquidity, and greater complexity. Because of this, Scott and Jania explained why these assets are best suited for carefully managed structures like target-date funds or advisor-led portfolios, not for standalone participant selection.
How Women Can Still Win the Wealth Game
Women continue to face unique financial hurdles, from a two-year wage gap regression to family caregiving interruptions, which often limit long-term investing consistency. Advisor Katie Randall addressed this head-on, sharing why many women feel pressure to be “perfect” investors and how that mindset can hold them back.
Her guidance was refreshingly actionable: Start where you are, invest consistently, diversify wisely, and don’t fear getting it wrong.
These foundational steps can help strengthen long-term outcomes, especially given longevity and inflation risks. Spoiler Alert: Her guidance is great for all investors!
Crypto Without the Chaos: How Stablecoins Impact Everyday Investors
Stablecoins were one of the most-discussed innovations of 2025, and for good reason. Will McGough, Deputy Chief Investment Officer, and Clayton Allison, Portfolio Manager, broke down how these dollar-backed or treasury-backed digital assets are reshaping payment systems by making transactions faster, cheaper, and more accessible.
Major corporations exploring their own stablecoins are pressuring legacy networks like Visa and MasterCard, a trend worth watching as digital finance evolves.
But there is a tradeoff: Greater convenience can come with limited platform flexibility.
Is the Tech Bubble About to Burst? What Investors Need to Know
When the “Mag Seven” tech giants (the companies that have powered markets upward for years) began to lose steam in March, investors everywhere took notice.
Will and Clayton were back again, helping to cut through the noise by explaining:
- why mega-cap tech still offers long-term potential,
- how innovation and balance-sheet strength support their growth runway,
- and where uncertainty around AI could create volatility.
It was one of our most timely discussions of the year and one of the most replayed.
Saudi Money Meets Madden – What the EA Takeover Means for Investors
The possible acquisition of Electronic Arts (EA) by Silver Lake and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund sparked widespread reactions and questions. Will and Clayton explored Saudi Arabia’s massive push to diversify beyond oil, the rise of “sports washing” as a global reputational strategy, and the geopolitical considerations tied to sovereign wealth fund investments.
It was a powerful reminder that global politics and global markets are more intertwined than ever.
Looking Ahead to 2026
As you prepare for the new year and you’re feeling all “resolutiony”, take the time to revisit your financial plan, refresh your long-term goals, and make sure your strategy still aligns with what matters most.
Our videos will continue to guide you through the noise, but nothing replaces the value of personalized counsel. If shifting market trends or changes in your own life have raised new questions, connecting with a financial advisor is always the right next step.
Prime Capital Financial will continue to keep you informed, empowered, and equipped to make confident financial decisions in 2026 and beyond.
