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US Market Commentary
What's Your Risk Capacity?
It's not how much risk you can stomach that counts—it's how much time you have left to save.
November 25, 2024
Breadth of Life: Post-Election Market Trends
Some post-election stock market excitement has receded, but the story of strong breadth—which predated the election—has not changed and continues to support the market for now.
November 25, 2024
What Happens When Companies Report Earnings
Don't be in the dark during earnings season. Watch this video to understand what an earnings report can tell you about a company's financial condition.
November 21, 2024
TIPS and Inflation: What to Know Now
Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, or TIPS, can help buffer a portfolio against inflation. However, it's important to understand their unique characteristics and complex nature.
November 21, 2024
Five Investing Impacts of a Trade War
Market reactions to a potential trade war may be less extreme than anticipated by investors, although volatility is likely during trade negotiations.
November 18, 2024
Ways to Help Reduce Risk in Your Portfolio
A market downturn can expose risk in your portfolio. Here are some considerations to help manage portfolio risk to stay on track of your financial goals.
November 15, 2024
Using thinkorswim® to Find Long-Term Holdings
The thinkorswim® platform has plenty of useful features for long-term investors. Here we break down how to use the Stock Hacker to find long-term candidates for your portfolio.
November 15, 2024
Is the Next Temperamental Era Upon Us?
The period from the 1960s to the 1990s defined by record-setting inflation and big swings in GDP bears a striking resemblance to the current environment.
November 15, 2024
Why and How to Invest in Dividend-Paying Stocks
Dividend stocks deliver regular payments to investors and can be an essential part of portfolios. Learn how to assess dividend stocks and understand reasons to choose or avoid certain ones.
November 14, 2024
Optimism Improves Ahead of Q3 Retail Earnings
Recent data, early results, and a relatively firm economy point toward possible improvement in Q3 retail earnings as Walmart, Target, and other big-box stores prepare to report.
November 11, 2024
Navigating Post-Election Market Dynamics
Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones discuss the market reactions following the election, focusing on both the equity and bond markets.
November 8, 2024
Something's Gotta Give
Business sentiment shows continuing decline; earnings estimates reflect robust growth. Can we expect more optimism post-election, despite policy uncertainties?
November 4, 2024
What Is the Treasury Yield Curve?
The Treasury yield curve is an important economic indicator that, depending on its shape, can signal changes in market expectations and provide economic insight.
October 31, 2024
You've Got to Earn It: Update on Earnings Season
Earnings season is shaping up to be relatively strong so far, but the market will likely continue to shift focus to an increasingly murky sales picture.
October 28, 2024
Understanding Recent Volatility in the Bond Market
Kathy Jones and Collin Martin give an overview of recent developments in the bond markets. They cover corporate credit spreads, issuance, preferred securities, TIPS, and more.
October 25, 2024
5 Elements of a Smart Trade Plan
Find out why you should have a trade plan—and the five elements that may help you put it to work successfully.
October 23, 2024
Pivot to Fiscal Policy
Tighter fiscal policy in Europe and China may hinder the economic response to easing monetary policy, with a resulting shift in investors' focus.
October 21, 2024
Current Pros & Cons in the Market (With Paul Hickey)
Liz Ann Sonders and Paul Hickey of Bespoke Investment Group discuss the pros and cons in the current market environment.
October 11, 2024
Is China Investable Again?
Should China deliver sufficient stimulus to break the cycle of tightening fiscal policy, we may find China, and emerging markets, investable again.
October 7, 2024
What Will Fed Rate Cuts Mean for the U.S. Dollar?
How will the U.S. dollar respond to Federal Reserve rate cuts? The factors that have supported a strong dollar for years remain largely intact.
October 3, 2024
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