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US Market Commentary
European Bank Stress Fallout
So far the fallout from the bank turmoil has been modest, but with credit conditions likely to tighten, signs of recovery in the global economy could be impacted.
March 26, 2023
Another One Bites the Dust: Banking Saga Continues
The banking crisis has sparked immense focus on financial stability; with an attendant tightening in credit conditions, the risk of a formal recession has risen notably.
March 19, 2023
Market Volatility: Bank Worries Strike Again
What our experts think about today's market action.
March 14, 2023
Waves of Inflation
Although inflation may be receding, intermittent waves of price increases may cause investor uncertainty about the direction of economic growth and central banks' policy response.
March 12, 2023
Bank Turmoil: What Does It Mean for Fed Policy?
The situation may relieve some pressure on the Federal Reserve, possibly leading to a pause or slowing in its current rate-hike cycle.
March 12, 2023
What’s in the Inflation Reduction Act?
The $750 billion Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 aims to combat climate change and increase tax revenues. Here's what it could mean for you.
March 9, 2023
Caveat Emptor: Important Market Shifts Underway
Given the topsy-turvy nature of the market thus far in 2023, it remains crucial for investors to know what they are buying—especially as it relates to growth, value, and quality.
March 5, 2023
How to Prepare for Landing
A "soft landing," with declining inflation but positive growth, would be ideal. However, turbulence appears likely. Here's how to handle it.
March 1, 2023
Are You Focusing on the Wrong Central Bank?
While investor attention is on the Fed, changes at the Bank of Japan might bring shifts to the economic environment, impacting the global markets.
February 26, 2023
The Price You Pay: A Look at Equity Valuations
Valuation metrics broadly look more attractive relative to where they were a year ago, but history shows they don't provide clear guidance on future returns.
February 20, 2023
Growth vs. Value: What Does It Mean?
Performance underneath the surface is sometimes markedly different from the action at the Growth and Value index level.
February 13, 2023
Investors' Guide to Geopolitical Risk
Examination of recent geopolitical tensions and their potential impact on investors provides perspective on these developments, even if the risk is measured at "average."
February 12, 2023
Mind the Gap: Bond Yields Appear Set for a Rebound
Over the next few months, we see room for yields to move higher, especially if the inflation data come in stronger than anticipated.
February 8, 2023
Beat It (or Don't): An Update to a Chilly Earnings Season
In the face of persistent macro headwinds, earnings growth continues to deteriorate, putting the fundamental backdrop for the market at risk.
February 5, 2023
The Everything Everywhere All at Once Rally
Despite market volatility, inflationary pressures, and a potential earnings recession, a rally involving stocks, bonds, and some commodities started in November still persists.
January 29, 2023
Helpless? Recession Risks Abound
Leading indicators continue to point toward further economic weakness, making it difficult and premature to determine whether the labor market can maintain its relative strength.
January 22, 2023
U.S. Hits Debt Ceiling: Will It Impact Investors?
Fear that the federal government may default on its obligations has driven market volatility in the past, but typically not until the default deadline is much closer.
January 18, 2023
Go With the Flow
Volatility waves and changing-news tides elicit short-term market moves; economic currents tend to affect longer-term market shifts which may now favor international stocks.
January 16, 2023
Has the U.S. Dollar Peaked?
The decade-long bull market in the U.S. dollar may be leveling off, but we don't anticipate a major bear market in 2023.
January 11, 2023
Hurts So Good: Jobs Picture Stays Mixed
There was something for everyone—even those supportive of an economic soft landing—in December's jobs report, but recessionary signals have not subsided.
January 8, 2023
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