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Market Outlook

Mid-Year Outlook: International Stocks and Economy

Investors may revisit international exposure in their portfolios amidst reduced market reactions to tariff announcements, uncertain U.S. policy and lagging U.S. stock performance.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

How Will Tariffs & Debt Affect the Economy?

How could ongoing tariffs and the “One Big Beautiful Bill” impact the US economy?

Bond Insights

Will the "Big Beautiful" Tax Bill Affect Munis?

The bill contains several tax-code changes that could affect municipal bonds, although we don't think it reduces the appeal of munis for high-income earners.

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Market Outlook

Fixed Income Outlook: Cool and Cloudy

Bouts of volatility may continue in the second half of 2025 as bond market investors navigate evolving tariff policy, U.S. government debt, and economic uncertainty.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

Why Does Sentiment Not Match Hard Data?

Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones analyze the divergence between hard economic data and consumer sentiment in the markets.

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Are Tariffs Over? Court Ruling Isn't the End

Trump's tariffs now face a legal battle. Tariffs may be less arbitrary and reduced in severity or duration, but the next steps are complicated and likely to extend uncertainty.

No Hard Feelings: Soft vs. Hard Divide Persists

There is still a wide divergence between hard and soft data, and a recovery in the latter is likely to be weak absent a meaningful reduction in policy uncertainty.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

Navigating the 'Funky' Market Environment (With Helene Meisler)

Longtime market technician Helene Meisler joins Liz Ann Sonders to explore market trends, sentiment, and volatility, offering insights on the evolving investing landscape.

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Bond Insights

Understanding Mortgage-Backed Securities Investing

Residential mortgage-backed securities, or MBS, are a big part of the securitized investment market. Here's what to know about MBS investing.