Markets and Economy Weaker consumer confidence dampens a good week for stocks
Good news on many fronts helped buoy stock markets and lessen inflation risks even if consumers aren't feeling positive.
May 19, 2025
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Markets and Economy Central banks are treading carefully
A China-US tariff de-escalation, the Federal Reserve stays in wait-and-see mode, and the Bank of England strikes a hawkish tone while cutting rates.
May 12, 2025
Markets and Economy Economic data are sending mixed and confusing signals
We cover a wealth of recent data reports and explore what they could mean for the path of growth going forward.
May 5, 2025
Markets and Economy Markets buoyed by news on trade talks and the Fed chair
2025 has been a roller coaster ride for markets. Comments on tariffs and on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell led to a recent upswing.
April 28, 2025
Markets and Economy US stocks bear the brunt of global economic uncertainty
The global economic outlook is uncertain, yet European, UK, Chinese, and Japanese stocks all rose last week while US stocks fell.
April 22, 2025
Markets and Economy Treasuries, sentiment, and earnings: What investors need to watch
Six things to watch in the coming weeks, including US Treasury yields, US and European sentiment, US earnings outlook, and Chinese economic data.
April 15, 2025
Markets and Economy Will high tariffs push the US into recession?
As a trade war rages, a massive market sell-off in the US and around the world raises many questions for investors.
April 8, 2025
Markets and Economy Tariffs and trade wars: What do they mean for investors?
We assess what President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs might mean for US and global markets, equities, and more.
April 3, 2025
Markets and Economy Staying focused through tariff uncertainty and market jitters
With policy uncertainty rattling markets and consumer sentiment, it’s important to remember the market's long-term growth throughout its history.
April 1, 2025
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