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Why International and Why Now

The shifting change in market leadership to international outperformance may call for a portfolio review to assess overexposure risks.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

Why Are Munis Attractive Right Now?

Tariffs change directions again, and Cooper Howard discusses the appeal of municipal bonds.

Hate It or Love It: Sentiment's Message

The April plunge in stocks ushered in a huge washout in investor sentiment, but more so on the attitudinal side as opposed to the behavioral side.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

Should the Fed Focus on Inflation or Unemployment?

Kathy Jones and Collin Martin break down the Fed's current predicament and what the future might hold for interest rates.

Tariffs: Q1 Impacts and Q2 Negotiations

A look back at the impacts of tariff announcements last quarter, and what we might expect from tariff negotiations during the 90-day implementation delay in Q2.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

Is Confidence Eroding in U.S. Investability? (With Dario Perkins)

Liz Ann Sonders and Dario Perkins of TS Lombard discuss the potential for a recession, the labor market, the Fed's next move, and more.

Dominoes: Recessions' History Guide

Recession risk remains elevated, likely only receding with a fuller "pivot" in tariff-related uncertainty. While every recession is unique, history can provide a guide.

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Bond Insights

Why Is the U.S. Dollar Declining?

Historically the United States dollar strengthens when U.S. Treasury yields rise. But the reverse happened in April after the White House announced widespread tariffs.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

The State of Rates and the Bond Market During Uncertainty

Collin Martin and Kathy Jones dissect the current environment for different types of bonds and bond investors.