Market Commentary
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The latest commentary
Congress Faces Another Shutdown
Historically, government shutdowns have not caused a major reaction in the markets. But shutdowns can increase market volatility, and an extended shutdown could have an impact on the overall economy.
Fed Pauses, but Door Still Open
The September Federal Reserve meeting provided few surprises, but ongoing uncertainty about the Fed's next move may mean more volatility ahead.
Say Goodbye…to Great Moderation?
A return to the Great Moderation Era looks unlikely, which might lead to an increasingly volatile—and somewhat unfamiliar—inflationary, economic, and geopolitical landscape.
Market Perspective: Tension
Competing narratives have emerged to describe the state of the U.S. economy.
Market Snapshot
Liz Ann Sonders shares her perspective on the U.S. stock market and economy in this monthly Market Snapshot video.
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US stocks and economy
Chief Investment Strategist Liz Ann Sonders and Senior Investment Strategist Kevin Gordon on what's driving equity markets now
International stocks and economy
Chief Global Investment Strategist Jeffrey Kleintop's take on the crosscurrents affecting international markets
Fixed income
Chief Fixed Income Strategist Kathy Jones and strategists Collin Martin and Cooper Howard on the latest developments in fixed income and currency markets
Government affairs
Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Managing Director Michael Townsend on what matters most to markets and individual investors