Markets and Economy

Read our latest market commentary on of-the-moment trends so you can make informed investment decisions

Pivot to Fiscal Policy

Tighter fiscal policy in Europe and China may hinder the economic response to easing monetary policy, with a resulting shift in investors' focus.

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.

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.

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.

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.

2024 Elections: Big Bark, Little Bite

Policy, more likely to be dictated by economic circumstances, may not resemble generous populist proposals, which could limit their impact on stock markets.

Panic Is Not a Strategy—Nor Is Greed

Panic is never a good investment strategy—nor is greed. Here's how disciplined investing helps navigate through volatile environments.

Before the Rate Cut, Our View of the Markets

Now that the yield curve has uninverted, what can we expect from the markets as we approach next week's Fed meeting?

Federal Reserve: On the Road Again

While the pace of Federal Reserve cuts is in question, all roads lead to lower interest rates.