Government Policy
Understand how policy decisions coming out of Washington may impact financial markets and your investments.
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Washington Watch
The 2026 midterms could reshape control of Congress, raising the odds of divided government and near-term market volatility, but investors should stay focused on long-term goals.
U.S. debt may not be at an immediate breaking point, but persistent deficits, higher rates, and rising interest costs are narrowing fiscal space and market tolerance.
With a lot of housing data on tap this week, Schwab's Kevin Gordon focuses on the three main components of housing affordability in his look at the Week Ahead.
On Investing
Collin Martin speaks with former Fed Vice Chair Dr. Richard Clarida about how the Fed thinks about inflation, labor markets, supply shocks, productivity, and more.
Washington Watch
What is RIA Washington Watch?
Every quarter, RIA Washington Watch brings you the most up-to-date information on registered investment advisor news and policy changes to help your firm make informed decisions.
This report is current as of August 7, 2026
Washington Watch
Kevin Warsh considers fewer Fed meetings, the Fed holds rates steady, the Senate moves to avert a shutdown, a new BLS chief is confirmed, and midterms near.
Washington Wise
There is plenty of activity in Washington that can move the markets, even with Congress in recess. So what should you be watching?
In a 9-3 vote, the Fed policy committee chose patience in the face of elevated inflationary pressures, but the dissenting votes raise pressure for a rate hike in September.
Onward Archive
What the Fed's monetary-policy tools signal about the market.