Government Policy
Understand how policy decisions coming out of Washington may impact financial markets and your investments.
Government Policy content
Market Outlook
Overall, we expect 2026 to be another good year of returns for bond investors, but the range of potential outcomes is wide.
Washington Watch
Congress returns to Washington for a three-week sprint to the end of the year.
Washington Watch
What is RIA Washington Watch?
Every quarter, RIA Washington Watch brings you the most up-to-date information on registered investment advisor news and policy changes to help your firm make informed decisions.
This report is current as of November 24, 2025
On Investing
Liz Ann Sonders and Peter Atwater delve into how investor confidence, market narratives, and the "K-shaped economy" are influencing the current market cycle.
Bond Insights
Answers to questions investors are currently asking about Treasury bonds, tax policy, credit quality and other issues currently affecting fixed income investments.
Washington Wise
As the government reopens, investors are watching for the Fed to make rate decisions, Congress to avoid another shutdown, and the Supreme Court to rule on the legality of tariffs.
On Investing
Mike Townsend joins the show to discuss the political implications of the recent government shutdown and how it might affect the markets.
On Investing
Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones discuss the economic data implications of the ongoing government shutdown and which indicators matter most.
Washington Wise
The Fed is cutting interest rates, and the bull market in equities shows no signs of slowing. So where do bonds fit in your portfolio?