Government Policy
Understand how policy decisions coming out of Washington may impact financial markets and your investments.
Government Policy content
 
    Washington Watch
          Congress approved the "One Big Beautiful Bill" tax-and-spending plan. Here are some of the key provisions for investors and taxpayers.
      
                   
    Israel-Iran hostilities brought a short-term market focus on oil. Longer term, artificial intelligence (AI) electricity needs could create a power shortage, as well as opportunities and risks for investors.
      
                   
    On Investing
          Mike Townsend joins the show to discuss the news out of Washington, the evolving geopolitical landscape, and the market's reaction.
      
                   
    Washington Wise
          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?
      
                   
    What happens in global supply chains can provide insight into how tariffs and the trade war may affect economies around the world.
      
                   
    On Investing
          Liz Ann Sonders and Cameron Dawson of NewEdge Wealth discuss the uncertainty in the market and how that could impact portfolio construction.
      
                   
    Market Outlook
          Investors may revisit international exposure in their portfolios amidst reduced market reactions to tariff announcements, uncertain U.S. policy and lagging U.S. stock performance.
      
                   
    On Investing
          How could ongoing tariffs and the “One Big Beautiful Bill” impact the US economy?
      
                   
    Washington Wise
          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.