Financial Education Videos & Downloads | Lucas Giordano

Lucas Giordano

Private Wealth Advisor

Main Street Wealth Group

A private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

Request consultation

2026 midyear market and economic outlook

2026 midyear market and economic outlook

As we head into the second half of 2026, Ameriprise Financial experts break down key market and economic trends shaping the investment landscape. (7:28)

The AI-consumer divide: What it means for markets

The AI-consumer divide: What it means for markets

A growing disconnect between two market forces — AI and consumers — may test the recent stock rally. Ameriprise Financial Chief Market Strategist Anthony Saglimbene explains this widening divide and how it could become a key risk for markets going forward. (3:09)

The confidence to stay invested

The confidence to stay invested

How will the ups and downs of the market affect your retirement portfolio? Watch this video to see how the RiverSource Structured Solutions 2℠ annuity can help give you the confidence to stay invested. (RiverSource Structured Solutions 2℠ annuity is not available in NY. This video is not yet approved for use in OR.) (1:35)

A solid foundation starts with protecting income

A solid foundation starts with protecting income

Pascale Haspil implemented a recommendation from her advisor nearly 20 years ago. Today, it's helping keep her financial security intact. (4:08)

Balancing growth and protection

Balancing growth and protection

How do you find the right balance when you're saving for the future? Learn how the RiverSource Structured Solutions 2℠ annuity works to combine growth potential with a level of protection. (RiverSource Structured Solutions 2℠ annuity is not available in NY. Not yet approved for use in Oregon.)

(6:39)

What are your college savings options?

What are your college savings options?

Learn about the key differences between the two most common types of individual retirement accounts (IRAs): Traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs. (2:49)

Traditional vs Roth IRAs

Traditional vs Roth IRAs

Learn about the key differences between the two most common types of individual retirement accounts (IRAs): Traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs. (2:32)

Why an independent Federal Reserve matters

Why an independent Federal Reserve matters

Ameriprise Financial Fixed Income Strategist Brian Erickson breaks down the concept of Federal Reserve independence and why it’s essential to the stability of the broader economy and global markets.

(3:34)

Grow & Preserve Your Business Equity for Business Owners

Grow & Preserve Your Business Equity for Business Owners

We work with business owners to create financial plans and integrated strategies that not only seek to grow and preserve your business equity but are also designed to help you reach your personal financial goals. (1:53)

Our Purpose

Our Purpose

Since 1894, Ameriprise Financial has been providing personal financial advice to help people reach their goals with confidence. Six generations of clients have counted on us through changing times. Our personal financial advisors take the time to know what matters most to you so we can help you reach your financial goals today and still be prepared for tomorrow. (0:30)

Retirement Plan Solutions for Business Owners

Retirement Plan Solutions for Business Owners

There’s only one you—one business, one future you’re planning for. At Ameriprise Financial, we help business owners like you design and implement retirement plans that are appropriate for both you and your employees. (2:12)

Business Transition Planning for Business Owners

Business Transition Planning for Business Owners

You’ve worked hard to build your business equity—and you shouldn’t face a succession transition alone. We can help you navigate business decisions and work toward long-term financial well-being for you and your family. (1:45)

Strategies to reduce investment risk

Strategies to reduce investment risk

Learn ways to help reduce investment risk and feel more confident about your financial future. Here are three strategies that can help you mitigate risk, reduce volatility in your portfolio's value and potentially earn more consistent returns over time. (2:48)

Paying for college: What financial steps should you take?

Paying for college: What financial steps should you take?

From financial aid and funding sources to student loans and tax incentives, here are eight key considerations that can help you make informed decisions when preparing to pay for college.

(3:06)

Our goal? Helping you achieve yours.

Our goal? Helping you achieve yours.

The goals that matter most to you matters most to your Ameriprise Financial advisor. We take the time to know you and provide personalized advice to help you reach those goals today and still feel prepared for tomorrow. For over 130 years, we’ve helped clients feel more financially confident. (0:30)

Count on so much more

Count on so much more

At Ameriprise Financial we know that what matters most to our clients is the 1-to-1 relationship with a financial advisor they can trust. For over 130 years, clients have counted on us to help them reach their financial goals in the short and long term. (0:30)

Four Generations. One Solution.

Four Generations. One Solution.

Leaving a legacy for her family was at the top of Bonnie’s financial goals. This moving video shares her family’s reflections about that legacy—and the important role RiverSource annuities played. (7:21)

Plan for passions

Plan for passions

Life insurance provided comfort for James and Emily Hiter when life took an unexpected turn. Their only regret is missing the opportunity to use it to help leave a legacy. (4:05)

Alternative Investments: Beyond traditional investments

Alternative Investments: Beyond traditional investments

Alternative investments cover a wide range of strategies and structures that may enhance your overall portfolio. Your Ameriprise Financial advisor can help you understand the potential benefits, fees and risks associated with these investments. (1:59)

Putting clients first: Our fiduciary commitment

Fact Sheet to help clients/prospects to understand how and when their financial advisor acts as a fiduciary.

Investment outlook and themes report

Read this report to learn more about what the Ameriprise Investment Research Group believes could influence markets in 2026.

Ameriprise Financial client relationship summary

Form CRS summarizes important information about the services we offer, our fees, and potential conflicts of interest in a clear and concise manner.

Elements of an effective estate strategy

Use this guide to help you navigate the important elements of an effective estate strategy.

Data summary sheet – interactive version

This data sheet captures data to have a Foundational or Comprehensive Advice conversation and includes calculations when completed electronically.

Navigating your job transition

This brochure provides practical guidance for individuals navigation a job transition.

Annual equity market outlook

See the latest report from the Ameriprise Investment Research Group about what 2026 may bring for equity markets.

Annual fixed income outlook

What’s ahead for fixed income in 2026? Find out from the Ameriprise Investment Research Group.

Ameriprise story fact sheet

See how Ameriprise combines personalized advice, top rated service and over 130 years of experience to help clients achieve their goals.

Confident Retirement conversation guide for wealth builders

This interactive brochure helps clients evaluate their current financial situation and prepare for the future.