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Stock market under the Trump administration

As investors consider Donald Trump’s second presidential term, they’re increasingly focused on how the administration’s policy changes are impacting markets and the economy.

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Monetary policy

Fed calibrates policy to keep inflation in check

Quarterly outlook

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The economy

Track the economic trends likely to impact your finances.

Analysis: Assessing inflation’s impact

March 13, 2025
Persistently elevated inflation continues to vex consumers and policymakers alike.

The effect of the job market on the economy

March 7, 2025
The market continues to draw the attention of the Federal Reserve as it considers further interest rate cuts.

How does consumer spending impact the health of the economy?

March 4, 2025
In a delicate balancing act with a Federal Reserve focused on lowering inflation, steady consumer spending has helped avoid a recession. But does slumping consumer sentiment threaten to tip the scales?

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Capital markets

Stay a step ahead with market updates and analyses that can inform your investing strategy.

Is this a market correction?

March 11, 2025
Investors wonder if the S&P 500 pullback in March – as President Trump’s sweeping tariff policies are implemented – represents an emerging bearish trend for stocks.

How changing interest rates impact the bond market

February 27, 2025
How does an evolving interest rate environment create opportunities for bond investors?

How do changing interest rates affect the stock market?

February 20, 2025
As interest rates change, learn what the ripple effects across capital markets may mean for investors.

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Sector spotlight

Explore stock market performance across key S&P 500 sectors.

Investing in tech stocks: Is now a good time?

March 7, 2025
DeepSeek’s apparent disruption of the technology sector is contributing to equity market volatility.

Healthcare stocks in 2025

February 13, 2025
How to balance the opportunities and risks associated with investing in the healthcare sector.

Energy sector stocks: Is now the time to invest?

January 3, 2024
Investors focus on evolving dynamics in the stock market’s energy sector.

Global markets and geopolitics

Stay attuned to evolving dynamics changing our world, and the risks and opportunities they present.

Analysis: China’s economy and its influence on global markets

March 13, 2025
What should investors consider when seeking emerging market exposure to the world’s second-largest economy?

Geopolitical conflict and its impact on global markets

March 5, 2025
Investors weigh implications of the Trump administration’s increasingly isolationist geopolitical agenda and global trade policies.

The fluctuating value of the U.S. dollar and what it means for investors

January 24, 2025
Taking measure of global currency trends as you position your investment portfolio.

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Monetary policy, taxes and legislation

Gain insights about the events, debates and policy decisions shaping today’s financial landscape.

Debt ceiling debate is back

February 20, 2025
Since Congress has yet to pass a budget for fiscal year 2025, the U.S. Treasury Department is relying on “extraordinary measures” to keep the government operating, which will likely trigger the need to suspend or raise the federal debt limit.

Can the federal budget be passed without the threat of a government shutdown?

February 13, 2025
With the 2025 fiscal year underway, Congress has yet to pass a federal budget.

The impact of U.S. national debt on investments

February 7, 2025
As the national debt continues to grow, investors should take into account long-term considerations potentially impacting interest rates, capital markets and the economy.

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Insights and analysis

Tactical asset allocation in a changing market

These three situational strategies could enhance your investment returns and help you manage overall portfolio risk during short-term changes in the market.

Understanding capital markets

Learn what the key characteristics distinguishing capital markets from financial markets are and why it matters to investors.

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