With continuing pressure on Fed independence and mixed signals from the economy, how will the markets react?

We expect another generally good year for bond returns this year, but even the best-laid plans can go awry when circumstances change. Here are four risks to our outlook.

Technology has become a major driver of emerging-market stock performance.

Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones discuss the market reactions to the news out of Venezuela and analyze the latest economic indicators.

Stocks start 2026 on a four-day skid after another drop Wednesday amid little news. Trading could be light between the holiday and the weekend. No major data or earnings are due.

Our 2026 outlook shows fixed income continuing to benefit from elevated rates, while equities still face a narrowing edge over risk-free investments.

At the end of 2025, Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones assess the resiliency of the economy.

Understand how a recession is defined and how to avoid common investment mistakes during recession-driven stock market downturns.

As we approach 2026, what can investors expect from the equities market, fixed income, and the overall US economy in the new year?