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Investing in tech stocks: Is now a good time?

While technology stocks cooled in the third quarter, the sector remains poised to outperform the broader S&P 500 in 2024 for the second year in a row.

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Weekly analysis

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Capital markets

How presidential elections affect the stock market

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Economy maintains momentum

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Quarterly outlook

Read the fall 2024 investment outlook

The economy

Track the economic trends likely to impact your finances.

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Analysis: Assessing inflation’s impact

October 11, 2024
Declining – yet persistently elevated – prices continue to weigh on consumers and policymakers alike.

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How does consumer spending impact the health of the economy?

October 11, 2024
In a delicate balancing act with a Federal Reserve battling higher inflation, steady consumer spending has helped avoid a recession. But does record household debt threaten to tip the scales?

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The effect of the job market on the economy

October 4, 2024
With inflation in retreat, the job market continues to draw the attention of the Federal Reserve as it recalibrates monetary policy to include interest rate cuts for the first time since 2020.

Capital markets

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

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How changing interest rates impact the bond market

September 30, 2024
With the Federal Reserve easing monetary policy with interest rate cuts, what opportunities does this create for bond investors?

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How to invest in today’s market

September 26, 2024
With inflation retreating and more interest rate cuts likely coming, how should investors position their portfolios to capitalize on potential opportunities, while guarding against risks?

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

September 23, 2024
Taking measure of global currency trends as you position your investment portfolio.

Sector spotlight

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

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Investing in tech stocks: Is now a good time?

October 8, 2024
While technology stocks cooled in the third quarter, the sector remains poised to outperform the broader S&P 500 in 2024 for the second year in a row.

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Energy sector stocks: Is now the time to invest?

September 13, 2024
Investors focus on evolving dynamics in the stock market’s energy sector.

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Healthcare stocks in 2024

September 9, 2024
How to balance the opportunities and risks associated with investing in the healthcare sector.

Global markets and geopolitics

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

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How do supply chain disruptions contribute to inflation?

October 8, 2024
As global shipping bottlenecks ebb and flow, so does the supply chain’s influence on inflation.

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

October 4, 2024
What should investors consider when seeking emerging market exposure to the world’s second-largest economy?

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Geopolitical conflict and its impact on global markets

October 4, 2024
As the Russia-Ukraine war drags on in Europe, other geopolitical conflicts have emerged in the Middle East that threaten to impact global markets.

Monetary policy, taxes and legislation

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

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

October 1, 2024
Learn what to expect as Congress contends with the 2025 federal budget during the runup to November’s presidential election.

Wall Street

Cash management and investing strategies when interest rates are elevated

September 20, 2024
A fresh look at managing your cash and investments in today’s changing interest rate environment can help support your pursuit of the goals that matter most to you.

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Federal Reserve recalibrates monetary policy as inflation recedes

September 20, 2024
The Federal Reserve cut interest rates in September for the first time since 2020.

Insights and analysis

How presidential elections affect the stock market

U.S. presidential elections naturally affect policy — but do they affect the market? Here’s a look at the impact election cycles have historically had on capital markets and what to watch for in 2024.

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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