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Tariffs: Is the Worst Behind or Ahead of Us?

Stocks are near record highs despite rising U.S. tariffs. Why have markets seemed to shrug off tariffs lately, and will it last?

OnInvesting with Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

Trends in the Credit Markets

Kathy Jones and Collin Martin explore leveraged loan market dynamics, recent issuance trends, and TIPS as an inflation hedge.

Commentary

How to Build a Bond Portfolio

From "how" to "why now," here are four things investors should understand about bond investing.

Good Times Bad Times: 2025's Leadership Shifts

The market's rebound from the April lows has had a speculative, risky leadership profile—but broader participation suggests the bull can keep running for now.

OnInvesting with Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

Parsing the Latest Inflation Numbers

Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders analyze the latest inflation data, stagnation in the housing market, and other economic trends.

WashingtonWISE: A Podcast for Investors
Washington Wise

Crypto Goes Mainstream: What Investors Should Know

Institutional adoption, greater regulatory clarity, and a growing awareness of blockchain technology’s potential are powering a shift in acceptance of digital assets. What’s next?

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Bond Insights

When to Consider Munis From Outside Your Home State

Although investing in in-state municipal bonds may have tax advantages, there can be good reasons to buy out-of-state munis.

Benefits of Emerging Markets Diversification

Emerging market (EM) countries are often generalized as all the same and driven by commodity prices. The reality can be very different. Here's what you should know about EM stocks now.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

Debt, Deficits & One Big Beautiful Bill

Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders discuss the latest tariff news and the implications of the recently passed "One Big Beautiful Bill."