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What's Going On…With Inflation

Inflation's trend has been favorable this year, but a growing conflict in Iran—combined with already-imposed tariffs—might put upward pressure in prices later this year.

WashingtonWISE: A Podcast for Investors
Washington Wise

One Big Beautiful Bill: Implications for Investors

The One Big Beautiful Bill being debated in Congress has huge implications for every taxpayer as well as the markets. What’s in the bill, and what will it mean for investors?

Supply Chain Messages About the Trade War

What happens in global supply chains can provide insight into how tariffs and the trade war may affect economies around the world.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

'Muddiness' & Uncertainty in the Markets (With Cameron Dawson)

Liz Ann Sonders and Cameron Dawson of NewEdge Wealth discuss the uncertainty in the market and how that could impact portfolio construction.

"Yen-Carry" Anniversary Nears, but Worries Fade

Summer re-runs are popular on TV, but a repeat of last August's "yen-carry" market upheaval isn't likely on the schedule. A shift in positioning by investors is one reason.

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?

WashingtonWISE: A Podcast for Investors
Washington Wise

One More Risk for Your Portfolio: Financial Fraud

Financial fraud often feels like something that only happens to someone else. But we all need to stay vigilant, recognize the latest scams, and take steps to protect our finances.

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.

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.