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Biden drops out of presidential race: Capital market implications
In the view of the U.S. Bank Asset Management Group, President Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race will have limited implications for capital markets in the very near term.
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The economy
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Analysis: Assessing inflation’s impact
July 12, 2024
Persistently higher prices continue to weigh on consumers and policymakers alike.
How does consumer spending impact the health of the economy?
July 12, 2024
In a delicate balancing act with a Federal Reserve intent on slowing the economy to fight inflation, steady consumer spending has helped avoid a recession. But does record household debt threaten to tip the scales?
The effect of the job market on the economy
July 5, 2024
Set against the backdrop of persistent inflation, the strong job market continues to draw the attention of the Federal Reserve as it calibrates monetary policy to help curb inflation.
Capital markets
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How changing interest rates impact the bond market
July 24, 2024
With the Federal Reserve maintaining higher interest rates for longer to get inflation under control, what opportunities does this create for bond investors?
Is a market correction coming?
July 17, 2024
After a brief dip in the spring, the S&P 500 and other major stock market indices continue to rally, hitting historic highs.
Treasury yields remain inverted as investors continue to weigh risk of recession
July 9, 2024
What does a persistently inverted yield curve say about the economy’s prospects for a recession?
Sector spotlight
Explore stock market performance across key S&P 500 sectors.
Investing in tech stocks: Is now a good time?
July 22, 2024
Tech stocks are up through 2024’s first half – building on last year’s trend of outperforming the broader S&P 500 by a wide margin.
Energy sector stocks: Is now the time to invest?
July 19, 2024
Investors focus on evolving dynamics in the stock market’s energy sector.
Healthcare stocks in 2024
July 15, 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.
Geopolitical conflict and its impact on global markets
July 18, 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.
Analysis: China’s economy and its influence on global markets
July 12, 2024
What should investors consider when seeking emerging market exposure to the world’s second-largest economy?
How commodity prices can impact the market and inflation
July 12, 2024
What opportunities does today’s volatile commodities market offer investors?
Monetary policy, taxes and legislation
Gain insights about the events, debates and policy decisions shaping today’s financial landscape.
How presidential elections affect the stock market
July 22, 2024
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.
Stock market under the Biden administration
July 18, 2024
Explore how capital markets have fared so far under the Biden administration and learn what to expect in the runup to this year’s presidential election.
Federal Reserve focuses monetary policy on fighting inflation
June 13, 2024
When will the Federal Reserve start cutting interest rates?
Insights and analysis
Cash management and investing strategies when interest rates are up
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.
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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