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Freelance photographer & videographer. Based in Monterey & Santa Cruz, Calif. Instagram: @davidroyalphoto
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Notes on the economy: Navigating the cost of volatility

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By David Royal Verified
| Thrivent
One of the most common questions I hear from clients is how to navigate market and economic volatility. I always start with a simple reminder: volatility is normal, so the goal isn’t to eliminate it. It’s to plan for it. When markets and the economy swing, volatility can affect borrowing costs, reshape returns and test an investor’s resolve. Volatility has different types of costs. The obvious cost is a fluctuating investment balance. But there’s a hidden cost that can be harder to navigate.
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David Royal

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By David Royal Verified
| Thrivent
David Royal is executive vice president, chief financial & investment officer and treasurer of Thrivent, a Fortune 500 financial services company. As chief financial & investment officer, Royal is responsible for maintaining Thrivent’s ongoing financial strength and stability, ensuring the organization strategically manages its resources to deliver on the financial promises made to clients, generates financial returns and drives organizational growth.
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Notes on the economy: Another strong year for Thrivent & clients

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By David Royal Verified
| Thrivent
As chief financial and investment officer of Thrivent, I am pleased to report that 2025 was another strong year of financial performance for our organization. Thrivent has a responsibility to fulfill the promises we make to clients, whether today or decades down the road. As a membership-owned organization, we manage the finances of Thrivent for the long term—ensuring that we’ll continue to serve for generations to come.
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