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Markets and Economy

Micron Earnings, Guidance Top Estimates, PCE Ahead

Solid earnings and guidance from chip giant Micron initially sent its shares up sharply, while Wall Street awaits PCE price data this morning. Banks passed the Fed's stress test.

Markets and Economy

Micron Earnings in Focus, Inflation Data on Deck

Earnings from memory maker Micron Technology are in the spotlight today amid a tech sell-off, but investors will also be looking ahead to PCE data after a hawkish Fed meeting.

Markets and Economy

Wall Street Rebounds Awaiting Micron, PCE Prices

Stocks turned green after Tuesday's tech sell off, helped by lower oil and yields. The next major test is Micron's results after the close, followed by PCE prices data tomorrow.

Markets and Economy

2 Minutes on the Markets | U.S. Insights

What's ahead for the U.S. stock market and economy in the second half of 2026? SCFR's Chief Investment Strategist Liz Ann Sonders shares her insights.

Markets and Economy

After Mixed Monday, Earnings Loom Including FedEx

After small caps gained and big tech eased to start the week, investors await more developments from peace talks and earnings later from FedEx. Micron results loom tomorrow.

Markets and Economy

What Is Inflation? How It Works and Why It Matters

Inflation is a broad rise in the prices of goods and services over time that reduces purchasing power. Learn what causes it, how it's measured, and why it matters to investors.

Markets and Economy

Markets Eye PCE After Hawkish Fed Turn, Iran Deal

Today's light earnings and economic calendar may leave investors looking ahead to Thursday's critical inflation report—the next major test after the Fed's recent hawkish shift.

What Is Stagflation? Causes, Examples, and Impact

Stagflation is a mix of high inflation, weak economic growth, and rising unemployment. Learn what causes it, how it affects markets, and what it can mean for investors.

Markets and Economy

Fed Shifts to Hawkish Tune, But Keeps Rates Steady

The Federal Reserve left rates unchanged in Kevin Warsh's first meeting as chair, but a hawkish policy statement and economic projections raise the odds of a rate hike this year.

Fixed Income

2026 Mid-Year Outlook: Municipal Bonds

In our view, municipal bonds may offer attractive tax-efficient income potential, though elevated supply, an uncertain rate backdrop, and issuer dispersion may pose risks.

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