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Quarterly outlook

Q2 2026 investment outlook: Markets navigate solid growth and rising uncertainty

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Federal Reserve

Fed holds rates steady as new Chair Kevin Warsh commits to price stability

June 17, 2026
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady as new Chair Kevin Warsh makes unambiguous commitment to price stability.

Your Investments

Six questions to ask your financial advisor

June 10, 2026
The Iran conflict has pushed oil prices higher and added fresh market volatility. Instead of reacting to every headline, investors can use this moment to ask better questions about risk, liquidity, diversification, and long-term goals.

Stock Market

Is a market correction coming?

June 10, 2026
Elevated geopolitical risk and market volatility have investors asking whether a market correction is coming. Learn what’s driving markets and what indicators matter most.

White House

Stocks under the Trump administration: What is driving markets in 2026?

June 4, 2026
Corporate earnings drove stocks higher so far under President Trump, even as tariffs, tax policy, oil prices, and geopolitical conflict have created volatility.

Capital markets and the economy

Stay a step ahead with market and economic insights that can help inform your investing strategy.

Monetary Policy

What Federal Reserve monetary policy means for investors

June 18, 2026
At its June policy meeting, the Federal Reserve left rates unchanged as it balances inflation risks, a softer labor market, and uncertainty tied to developments in the Middle East.

Stock Market

How do changing interest rates affect the stock market in 2026?

June 18, 2026
Changing interest rates affect borrowing costs, consumer spending, bond yields, inflation expectations, and sector leadership, which all help shape stock market performance.

Job Market

Job market’s effect on the economy

June 9, 2026
The May jobs report shows a resilient U.S. labor market, with solid hiring, stable unemployment and elevated inflation keeping investors focused on Federal Reserve policy.

U.S. Economy

U.S. economic momentum shifts, but growth continues

June 2, 2026
The U.S. economy regained momentum in early 2026 as business investment, consumer spending and steady job growth helped offset higher inflation, elevated borrowing costs and geopolitical uncertainty.

Insights and analysis

Read the latest thought leadership from the U.S. Bank Asset Management Group.

Real Estate

How REITs can diversify your portfolio

June 15, 2026
From income potential to sector trends, discover how REITs provide diversified exposure to real estate and what today’s market conditions mean for investors.

National Debt

The impact of U.S. national debt on investments

June 8, 2026
As the national debt continues to grow, investors should understand how government borrowing can influence interest rates, financial markets and the broader economy.

U.S. Treasuries

U.S. Treasuries: Balancing income and diversification opportunities with policy risks

May 21, 2026
How Treasury bonds and interest rates impact investors.

Artificial Intelligence

Investing in AI: Assessing the investment opportunities

May 21, 2026
AI growth accelerates while sector volatility heats up.

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