Kathy Jones
Kathy Jones is Managing Director and Chief Fixed Income Strategist for the Schwab Center for Financial Research. She is responsible for interest rate and currency analysis as well as fixed income education for Schwab clients and the public. She cohosts Schwab's On Investing podcast.
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On Investing
Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders discuss the policy proposals and legislation most likely to affect the markets in the coming weeks.
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Cooper Howard and Kathy Jones look at how climate events, like the fires in Los Angeles, could impact the municipal bond market.
Markets and Economy
On Investing
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Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones examine why the economy continues to show resilience despite higher interest rates and inflation concerns.
Markets and Economy
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As expected, the Federal Reserve cut its short-term interest rate, citing concerns about slowing job growth. Where Fed policy goes from here is less clear.
Markets and Economy
On Investing
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As we approach 2025, what can investors expect from muni bonds, investment-grade corporate bonds, and the fixed income markets in the new year?
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On Investing
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As we approach 2025, what can investors expect from U.S. stocks and the global markets in the new year?
Markets and Economy
On Investing
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Kathy Jones and Cooper Howard discuss how to build a bond portfolio, which bonds are suitable for retirees, and other aspects of fixed income investing.
Markets and Economy
On Investing
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Uncertainty around future economic policies could translate to wait-and-see mode for many business leaders, the markets, and the Fed.
Markets and Economy
On Investing
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Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones discuss the market reactions following the election, focusing on both the equity and bond markets.
Markets and Economy
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On Investing
After a year of podcast episodes, Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones review some memorable moments and reflect on what's changed in this unique cycle.
Markets and Economy
On Investing
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Kathy Jones and Collin Martin give an overview of recent developments in the bond markets. They cover corporate credit spreads, issuance, preferred securities, TIPS, and more.
Markets and Economy
On Investing
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Carol Spain explains how a team of researchers evaluate different corporate bonds and make decisions in the fixed income markets.