Government Policy
Understand how policy decisions coming out of Washington may impact financial markets and your investments.
Tariff Clouds Hover Over Stock Markets
As tariffs proliferate, they bring new concerns for the economy, including inflation, supply chain interruption, and job losses. What do investors need to know?
Investors Riding the Waves in Unsteady Bond Market
Fast-paced policy changes out of Washington are roiling the bond market, leading fixed income investors to wrestle with whether they should buy, hold, or sell.
Edgy Investors Waiting to See How Policies Unfold
Investors and markets are anxious to see when and how the new Congress will implement the massive Republican policy agenda. But the details matter, and the answers will take time.
January Barometer: Wall Street Trends to Watch
Investors reboot when a new year dawns, but 2025 stands out as a new administration takes over. This may affect investor behavior as they adjust for possible policy changes.
Will Policy Disruption Unsettle Markets in 2025?
The new administration promises disruptive policies on immigration, tariffs, taxes, deregulation and more. But how will markets and investors respond to these policy changes?
Balancing Campaign Promises With Economic Realities
The reality of the economy, inflation, debt, and global pressures will present challenges as the next administration looks to implement sweeping promises from the campaign trail.
Navigating Post-Election Market Dynamics
Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones discuss the market reactions following the election, focusing on both the equity and bond markets.
What Makes the U.S. Bond Market Appealing Now?
Worried about portfolio volatility but think you missed the peak opportunity for bonds? Find out what's happening in the bond markets and how you can still capture a good rate.
How Do You Gauge the Impact of Washington on Your Finances?
Mark Riepe is joined by Michael Townsend to discuss the cognitive and emotional biases that influence political decision-making and unpack the gap between campaign promises and legislative realities.
Social Security: A Smart Part of Financial Planning
Your Social Security contributions can total hundreds of thousands of dollars over your career. How can you make focused decisions to maximize and protect your future benefits?