Government Policy
Understand how policy decisions coming out of Washington may impact financial markets and your investments.
Government Policy content
On Investing
Robin Brooks of the Brookings Institution joins Kathy Jones for a discussion about central bank policy around the world and the status of the dollar.
Washington Wise
As the Fed cuts rates while struggling to balance slowing job growth with inflation concerns, the central bank's independence is being tested. What's the impact on investors?
Chinese equities have surged amid investor optimism about AI innovation and certain government initiatives, despite a slowdown in China's economy.
On Investing
The Fed finally cuts rates, and Freya Beamish joins the show to discuss evolving labor market dynamics.
On Investing
Steven Meier, Deputy Comptroller and Chief Investment Officer for the New York City retirement systems, joins the show to discuss capital markets and public finance.
Progress on reducing fiscal deficits has stalled in some large economies around the world. Should investors be worried?
On Investing
Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones examine the state of the housing market in terms of real incomes, affordability, and willingness to take on debt.
International stocks have outperformed the broad U.S. stock market so far this year. If the U.S. dollar continues to weaken, it could boost international returns even more.
On Investing
Cooper Howard joins the show to discuss trends and opportunities in the muni bond market.