Markets and Economy
Read our latest market commentary on of-the-moment trends so you can make informed investment decisions
Volatility: What to Do During Turbulence
Turbulent market conditions can make anyone nervous. Here's what investors should know about dealing with them.
Current Pros & Cons in the Market (With Paul Hickey)
Liz Ann Sonders and Paul Hickey of Bespoke Investment Group discuss the pros and cons in the current market environment.
Bank Earnings Start as Lower Rate Impact Debated
After the Fed's 50-basis-point rate cut, big banks kick off earnings season amid fears that lower rates could hurt the net-interest income that propelled growth the last two years.
Is China Investable Again?
Should China deliver sufficient stimulus to break the cycle of tightening fiscal policy, we may find China, and emerging markets, investable again.
Making Sense of the Current Economic Cycle
Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders examine the current rate-cutting environment in the context of previous economic cycles.
What Will Fed Rate Cuts Mean for the U.S. Dollar?
How will the U.S. dollar respond to Federal Reserve rate cuts? The factors that have supported a strong dollar for years remain largely intact.
7 Reasons to Consider Municipal Bonds Now
We believe municipal bonds currently offer a compelling balance of risk and reward for investors in higher tax brackets.
Party in the USA: Election Facts
Historically, staying invested has been, in our view, an effective strategy and one to consider when it comes to election years and beyond.
Under-the-Surface Employment Indicators to Watch (With Doug Ramsey)
Liz Ann Sonders interviews Doug Ramsey of the Leuthold Group about the state of the economy and the markets.