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In this episode, we explore what has changed at the Federal Reserve under Chair Kevin Warsh. We discuss the Fed’s shift away from forward guidance, increased policy debate, and the implications for investors.

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In this episode, we discuss the latest developments in the Middle East and what they could mean for investors. We explore the relationship between geopolitical tensions, diplomacy, and markets, and why the road to a lasting resolution may be uneven.

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In this episode, we discuss how Chair Kevin Warsh is reshaping the Federal Reserve's playbook. From shorter statements and less forward guidance to a comprehensive review of the Fed's key functions, we examine what may change and what it could mean for markets.

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In this episode, we explore why earnings season matters more than ever. With stocks at record highs and expectations elevated, investors will be looking to see whether strong profit growth can justify the market's optimism.

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In this episode, we break down our updated second-half outlook and the forces reinforcing a “higher for longer” rate environment. From firmer inflation and a resilient labor market to structural shifts like AI-driven investment and fiscal pressures, we explore what’s keeping the Fed on hold - and what it means for growth, rates, and markets ahead.

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After nearly four months of fighting, the U.S. and Iran agreed to a framework. Markets reacted: oil fell, equities hit record highs, and Treasury yields and inflation expectations eased. We break down the impact across markets and what it means for the Fed going forward.

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In this episode, we unpack the forces keeping rates elevated, from stubborn inflation and strong labor markets to rising debt, and what it means for the Fed’s next move.

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In this episode, we explore why inflation remains difficult to interpret - and how that uncertainty is shaping the Fed’s path, reinforcing higher-for-longer rate risks.

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In this episode, we explore why geopolitical risk is becoming a persistent market force—and what it means for investors. As the world fragments, competition is reshaping supply chains and capital allocation.

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In this episode, we break down the Jevons paradox and why AI may not simply replace work but reshape it. As the cost of intelligence falls, demand for analysis, coding, drafting, design, service, and research may rise, shifting how investors think about growth and productivity.

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In this episode, we discuss how AI is moving from promise to measurable economic and market impact – and why investors will increasingly focus not just on how much companies spend, but whether that spending produces durable earnings, productivity, and monetization.

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In this episode, we break down the UAE’s decision to leave OPEC and why it reflects a broader shift in global energy markets rather than a sudden change.

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In this episode, we break down the Warsh nomination and why a Warsh-led Fed would likely de‑emphasize forward guidance, refocus on inflation credibility, and rely more on market signals. For investors, this would mean less prepackaged guidance and less emphasis on market choreography—requiring markets to interpret inflation, growth, and policy in real time.

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In this episode, we examine upstream supply disruptions due to the U.S./Israel‑Iran conflict, why their impact can appear isolated at first, and what investors should watch as pressures move downstream.

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In this episode, we examine growing attention on private credit defaults and redemptions, why stress appears isolated, and what investors should watch next.

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In this episode, we discuss how it is important to prepare for an extended conflict in the middle east, and how such a prolonged conflict may impact our lives…and our markets.

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In this episode we discuss how markets are reacting to fast moving military actions in the Middle East, with the Fed feeling pressure to hike AND cut rates. We unpack the recent Fed meeting, the latest market reactions to tht conflict, and implications for future Fed policy.

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In this episode, we discuss the strategic off-ramps for the U.S./Israel-Iran war. We’ve seen energy prices and inflation fears rise, but the long-term outlook depends on which of our four scenarios unfolds. We analyze the motivations of each party and share our probability-weighted views on the path forward for global markets. Check out Sight|Lines to unpack these events.

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In this episode, we discuss the market impact of the war between the US, Israel, and Iran. We analyze how energy prices have climbed and why we've seen a surge in volatility and a downturn in global equity markets over the past week. We also explore the two key factors we're watching now: signs of a potential end to the conflict and the risk of expansion through regional proxies. Check out SightLines to unpack the week’s events and our views looking forward.

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In this episode we discuss how AI-scare trades can take on meme characteristics—media amplification and market mechanics can fuel fear and volatility. We share a simple framework to separate fundamental disruption from temporary panic and stay disciplined on process.#AI #Investing #Markets #RiskManagement

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In this episode we discuss why we remain constructive on Japan—how Prime Minister Takaichi’s mandate for fiscal expansion, the Bank of Japan’s rate normalization, and the new U.S.-Japan investment agreement are strengthening the investment environment and earnings backdrop. We also touch on near-term risks and why the setup remains compelling.#Japan #Investing #Markets #Equities #Macro

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In this episode we discuss AI-driven volatility and why “sell first” moments can ignore fundamentals. We share a stay-the-course process: assess fundamentals, judge AI’s impact, then decide: buy, hold, or sell with conviction.#AI #Investing #Markets #RiskManagement

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In this episode we discuss how a potential Warsh-led Federal Reserve could shift away from constant forward guidance toward transparency, accountability, and cleaner price discovery—and what that may mean for day-to-day volatility across rates, FX, and equities.#Fed #MonetaryPolicy #Volatility #Macro #Investing

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In this episode, we discuss gold’s surge as a potential signal of fiscal trajectory and sovereign-risk concerns, the roles of USD weakness, central bank buying, and ETF inflows.#Gold #FiscalTrajectory #USDollar #CentralBanks #ETFs #SovereignRisk #Markets #SightLines

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In this episode we discuss our 2026 outlook and the bull vs bear scenarios we’re tracking across AI monetization, the consumer, and the policy path. #SightLines #Outlook2026 #AI #Consumer #Policy #Markets #Macro

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In this episode we discuss our 2026 outlook and the rewiring of growth—how AI is shaping productivity and earnings, why inflation may remain above target, what to expect from the Fed, and how these forces could influence markets in the year ahead.

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In this first episode of 2026 we discuss our Outlook 2026: Rewiring Growth, reviewing the forces that shaped 2025 and the themes—from AI and policy to geopolitics and fiscal risks—that may define markets in the year ahead.

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In this last episode of 2025, we discuss how artificial intelligence has moved rapidly into the mainstream, where it is already delivering measurable productivity gains, why so many companies remain stuck in pilot mode, and what execution, governance, and reskilling will mean for long-term growth and investment returns.

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In this episode, we discuss the Fed’s year-end rate cut, what the new projections reveal about internal disagreements, and why policymakers may be preparing to pause even as labor market and inflation risks remain in play.

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In this episode, we look at why Fed officials are split heading into the final meeting of 2025, how the labor and inflation data shape that debate, and why markets now lean toward a quarter-point cut.

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In this episode we discuss the powerful reshoring and nearshoring trend reshaping U.S. industry, the surge in long-term capital investment, and why the reindustrialization of America may be a durable economic tailwind for years to come.

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In this episode we break down credit cracks—from bank charge-offs to rising consumer delinquencies and private-credit liquidity—what matters, what’s noise, and why this systemic…at least yet.

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In this episode we discuss how the U.S. labor market is cooling — not collapsing. The Fed cut rates again, citing a softening jobs picture, but the data tell a more balanced story. We look at why layoffs at major companies don’t signal crisis, how AI will reshape (not erase) work, and why a post-pandemic equilibrium may finally be taking shape.

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In this episode, we share early results for the third quarter earnings season showing positive signals so far, but possible cracks in the credit markets.

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In this episode we discuss the stretched market valuations and ways to prepare for the next pullback.

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In this episode we discuss what happens if the Fed cuts less—and more slowly—than markets expect.

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In this episode we discuss how AI is reshaping cybersecurity and finance, from faster threat detection to compliance gains.

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In this episode we discuss how AI is already transforming healthcare. From imaging and drug safety to precision medicine and broader access, we explore the opportunities and the guardrails—what’s working today, what may come next, and what investors should watch.

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In this episode, we discuss how investors’ AI optimism will evolve to more defined monitoring for how AI investments translate to profits.

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In this episode we discuss how AI is impacting jobs, with some roles reshaped, others emerging, and still others eliminated, with a big opportunity in the area of reskilling.

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In this episode, we explore the key geopolitical risks—from trade and AI to deficits and conflict—and their impact on markets.

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In this episode we discuss the headwinds and tailwinds shaping today’s markets — from tariff uncertainty and slowing growth to AI optimism and strong profit forecasts.


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In this episode we discuss the upcoming transfer of wealth and how Stifel is supporting the NextGen investor, further informed by our 2025 intern survey.


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In this episode we unpack June inflation data and some labor market trends to discern when the Fed may cut rates.


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In this episode, we discuss tariffs, inflation/Fed policy, the spending bill, and our outlook for the second half of 2025.


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This week on Sight|Lines, we revisit the Fed’s dual mandate – employment and inflation – in the context of recent data. With labor markets holding firm and inflation cooling, is the Fed ready to cut rates? We break down key indicators and preview what to expect at next week’s FOMC meeting.


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This week on Sight|Lines, we revisit the Fed’s dual mandate – employment and inflation – in the context of recent data. With labor markets holding firm and inflation cooling, is the Fed ready to cut rates? We break down key indicators and preview what to expect at next week’s FOMC meeting.


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In this episode, we discuss how industry leaders are expressing concerns about our Fiscal Trajectory, the political dynamics at play, and the implications for individual investors when the problem comes to a head in the future.


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In this episode, we unpack the positive first quarter earnings season and identify potential headwinds going forward.


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In this episode, we discuss the short, medium, and long-term implications of Moody’s downgrade of US debt.


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In this episode, I share some helpful learnings from discussions I had with industry leaders at Stifel’s Blueprint conference, including insights on the economy, the markets, and industry innovation.


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This episode explores how negative headlines may be dampening investor confidence and economic momentum — and why underlying data and potential policy shifts suggest room for optimism.


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In this episode, we review the first 100 days of the second Trump administration: actions, increased uncertainty, and some economic and market data.


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In this episode, we further explore how the current equity market environment isn’t that unusual, and that, as long-term investors, we should expect market weakness from time to time.


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In this episode we unpack the effect of tariffs and policy uncertainty on the stock market and interest rates.


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In this week’s episode, we review Trump's tariff pause and keen focus on U.S. China Competition.


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In this episode, we unpack the new trade policy, the potential economic disruptions, and the implications for investors.


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In this episode, we unpack the results of the March 2025 Fed meeting against the backdrop of policy changes in Washington D.C.


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In this episode, we discuss how Animal Spirits are fading over worries around uncertainty, and how the “hard” and “soft” data may be showing that fundamentals are holding up.


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In this episode, give the worries about geopolitics and tariffs, we unpack some negative data signaling a possible economic slowdown, but turn as well to the positive data that reinforce our view for slowing but positive economic growth going forward.


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In this episode, we look through the media noise to the data to help us understand how our modestly positive “base case” may unfold in 2025.


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In this episode, we dig into how pro-business policies from the incoming Trump administration has helped shape our bull-case scenario for the year.


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In this episode we discuss possible paths if our bear case scenario unfolds in 2025.


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In this epsiode, we explore how the launch of a DeepSeek, a new reasoning model from a Chinese company, has shaken some assumptions in the world of artificial intelligence. With this being an example of US-China competition, we also summarize our outlook article Crossroads: Four Ways Forward. Links to our outlook content: report, video, webinar.


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In this episode, we discuss our article The World in 2035: From Vision to Value which shares 10 transformative ideas that we may experience over the next decade that are anchored in our long-term themes.


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In this episode we summarize our outlook for the upcoming year as shared in Outlook 2025: Gravitational Shifts.


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In this episode, we offer a summary of our recently published Outlook 2025: Gravitational Shifts. Here are links to the full report, video summary, and client webinar.


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In this final episode of 2024, we review the state of inflation, the Fed’s latest policy decision, and the economic and market implications of the Fed’s signal of slower rate cuts going forward.


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In this episode, we reflect on 2024 and look to 2025 on the economy, markets, and geopolitics.


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In this episode, we review the results of the third quarter earnings season and the implications for earnings given the anticipated policies of the incoming administration.


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In this episode, we discuss recently firmer inflation reports, the potential impact of tariffs imposed by the new administration, and the implications on Fed policy going forward.


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In this episode, we provide a summary of the initial economic and market implications of the upcoming transition of power in DC.


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In this episode, we unpack the results of the 2024 U.S. elections and discuss the economic and market implications of the strong showing from the Republican Party.


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In this episode, we discuss the strong advance estimate of third quarter U.S. GDP along with mixed data showing a possibly softening jobs market.


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In this episode we discuss the upcoming U.S. elections and the market/investment implications.


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In this episode we discuss the U.S. fiscal trajectory and the need for a fiscal transition.


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In this episode we turn our attention away from short term issues and focus on the long term with a discussion of our report From Vision to Value: Our Long Term Investment Themes.


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With the election coming up, investors are on edge, focused on the near-term. But in this episode we look past the election to issues important to our future, like military conflict, US China competition, and our government's fiscal trajectory.


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In this episode, we discuss how global risks like middle east wars and weak economies put the U.S. at risk of recession…and weaker markets.


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In this episode, we unpack the results of the Fed’s September meeting, discussing how this first half point rate cut may affect the economy and markets going forward.


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In this episode, we review the latest inflation reports and what they mean for Fed policy, recession, and a possible market correction.


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In this episode, we discuss positive and negative forces influencing the equity markets, and the prospect of a breakout move, in one direction or the other.


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In this episode, we unpack the second quarter 2024 earnings season, focusing on the positive results and other macro learnings on artificial intelligence and a possibly slowing consumer.


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In this episode, we discuss the drivers of recent market volatility and what we are looking for for future drivers of the market, higher or lower.


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In this episode, we discuss the market and investment implications of the 2024 U.S. elections. We also invite you to watch the replay of our recent client webinar on the topic.


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In this episode, we discuss the upcoming U.S. Elections and the platforms of the presidential candidates. We invite you to view our related Client Webinar on the topic, featuring Stifel’s Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner.


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In this episode, we discuss market rotation and offer an illustration of how results for a long-term investor can be eroded by chasing performance.


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In this episode, we discuss recency bias, a possible market rotation, and why some actions may be warranted and others not.


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In this episode, we discuss a recent Congressional Budget Office 2024 budget update pointing to even higher deficits and debt, and the looming Fiscal Transition in our economy.


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In this episode, we discuss meaningful power shifts in global elections and the implications for us here in the U.S.


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In this episode, we unpack the results of the June Fed meeting and the interplay of two recent improved inflation reports.


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n this episode, we discuss risks to the U.S. dollar status as the world’s reserve currency.


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In this episode, we share a summary of some of our learnings from the Stifel 2024 Blueprint conference.


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In this episode, we review the Stifel Financial ID, which helps clients understand themselves a little better and work even more effectively with their Stifel Financial Advisor.


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In this episode, we review firmer inflation data and the results of the latest Fed meeting, including the effects on the economy and the markets.


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In this episode, we continue the discussion on elections and protectionism, exploring the implications for global competition, China’s trade relations, and geopolitical hotspots.


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In this episode, we discuss the optimism in the current environment around artificial intelligence, and we frame up what is expected from the first quarter earnings season, as we watch for a slowdown.


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In this episode, we review the concepts of artificial intelligence (AI) and profile a number of exciting applications helping to fuel the growing optimism around AI.


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In this episode, we unpack the positive results of first quarter 2024 and further our discussion about how we’re watching for a slowdown.


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In this episode, we unpack the results of the Fed meeting and the release of the Fed’s March Summary of Economic Projections.


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In this week’s episode, we share some insights on the current environment as we watch for a slowdown.


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In this episode, we discuss the 2024 global election supercycle and how some contests may affect U.S. trade relationships, compared to China’s.


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In this episode, we connect the positive stock market results in 2024 with the latest earnings results and optimism about artificial intelligence.


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In this episode, we offer a detailed review of the minutes of the Federal Reserve Bank’s January meeting which included discussion on economic growth, inflation, and the resilience of our banking system.


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In this episode we discuss how firming inflation has renewed the focus on Federal Reserve (Fed) policy, company earnings, market valuations, and the “magnificent seven” versus the rest of the market.


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In this episode, we discuss what to expect from the markets in a presidential election year.


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In this episode, we summarize the article AI Revolution: Transforming Industries and Investments and discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is influencing our investment decisions and changing our world.


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In this episode we review our outlook article Geopolitical Risk Dashboard: A New World, which appears inour report Outlook 2024: Embracing Change (report, video, and webinar replay).


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In this episode, we explain our bear and bull scenarios included in our report Outlook 2024: Embracing Change. Here are links to our full report, video summary, and client webinar replay.


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In this episode we discuss the details of our outlook for 2024 captured in our report Outlook 2024: Embracing Change


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In this episode, we again start the year by sharing a brief overview of our report - Outlook 2024: Embracing Change

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In this episode, we discuss the results of the December Fed meeting, one example of the changes we’ll profile in our 2024 outlook next month.


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In this episode, we discuss recency bias, the strong results of the S&P 500 in 2023, and the importance of sticking to a long-term objective going forward.


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In this episode, we review the signposts we identified early in the year to monitor as we made our way to finding balance.


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In this episode, we discuss what’s at stake in the 2024 elections and take an early look at the four phases of a presidential election.


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In this episode, we review the equity market dynamics in 2023 and share some details about cooling inflation.


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In this episode, we unpack what has been a better-than-expected third-quarter earnings season.


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In this week’s episode, we unpack the learnings from the most recent Fed meeting and where we might go from here.


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In this episode, we discuss the idea of developing a plan to get cash reinvested back into a long-term investment strategy.


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In this episode, we discuss the market reaction to and left tail risks from, the horrific Hamas attacks on Israel and the resulting war.


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In this episode, we discuss market forces at work that may come together to force a Fiscal Transition that will painful in the short term, but helpful in the long term.


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In this episode, we discuss four headwinds putting real pressure on stocks.


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In this episode, we unpack higher inflation in August and the September Fed meeting, which has investors now expecting rates to stay higher for longer.


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In this episode, we summarize three cracks that are emerging in an otherwise strong job market.


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In this episode, we discuss data we’ll be watching for the balance of the year, the potential for higher volatility, and a study reminding us that time in the market is better than timing the market.


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In this episode, we discuss the potential that we're a higher interest rate regime and some of the potential drivers of higher rates.


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In this episode, we share an update on stock earnings, including areas of strength and weakness, and a view looking forward.


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In this episode, we discuss where the markets may go through the balance of the year, including the prospect of increased volatility, lower market levels, and yet three positive forces for stocks.


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In this episode, we review Fitch Ratings’ downgrade of U.S. government debt and the short, medium, and long-term implications of this action.


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In this episode, we share a summary of our recent client webinar: Our Focus for the Second Half of 2023.


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In this episode, we review the results of our 2023 Summer Intern Survey and how they relate to our long term investment themes.


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In this episode, we discuss June 2023 inflation reports and the upcoming July Fed meeting.


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In this episode, we continue the discussion of our long-term investment themes and related subtheme: Food and Water Security.


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In this episode, we go a little deeper into some sticky inflation components and how real-time data shows these components cooling.


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In this episode, we summarize recent inflation reports and the results of the June 2023 Fed meeting, a “skip” rather than a "pause.”


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In this episode, we discuss our long-term investment themes, five mega trends we believe will be affecting our world, and our investments, into the future.


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In this episode, we explain ChatGPT and how artificial intelligence plays a key role in our longer-term investment themes.


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In this episode, we challenge the adage “Sell in May and go away” and refresh our analysis of the importance of time in, rather than timing, the market.


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In this episode, we review some April 2023 inflation reports and the implications for Fed policy, inflation, and recession.


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In this episode, we discuss numerous risks contributing to first-half volatility and our views looking forward from here.


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In this episode, we share some important views from Stifel Chairman and CEO Ron Kruszewski about the recent banking sector turmoil and related risks and opportunities “hiding in plain sight.”


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In this week’s Sight|Lines, we take the opportunity to answer recent client questions on the federal budget, deficit, debt, and debt ceiling, as well as a new payment system being launched by the Federal Reserve, FedNow.


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In this episode, we review the March inflation reports and the labor market, and then we discuss the implications for Fed policy and the prospect of a deep recession.


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In this episode, we unpack the fourth-quarter 2022 earnings season, assess implications for 2023 earnings, and discuss bank regulation changes' potential impact on long-term earnings growth.


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In this episode, we discuss the recent bank failures, Fed policy, and the prospect of recession.


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In this episode, we discuss three bank failures, the federal response, the market response, and where we go from here.


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In this episode, we share a “good news is bad new” update on the strong job market, improving consumer confidence, and consumer activity and their possible influence on Fed policy.


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In this episode, we unpack the CPI shelter component to learn why it is sticky and where it might be headed from here.


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In this episode, we share an update on investor reaction to the Fed meeting, firmer-than-expected January inflation reports, and an upward revision in fourth-quarter inflation readings compared to those previously reported.


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In this episode, we discuss a recent positive employment report, a possible Fed pause, and the prospect of a soft landing.


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In this episode, we discuss the article, Geopolitical Risk Dashboard: Tensions Rising, from our full report, Outlook 2023: Finding Balance.


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In this episode, we review three alternate scenarios and eight signposts introduced in our Outlook 2023: Finding Balance.


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In this episode, we summarize our economic and market outlook for the coming year.


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In this episode, we share a brief overview of Outlook 2023: Finding Balance. You can read the full report, watch a video summary, or join our upcoming client webinar.


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In this episode, we discuss how the latest CPI report and Fed policy shift will inform our work on our 2023 outlook.


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In this episode, we discuss inflation and Fed policy, important inputs as we develop our 2023 outlook.


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In this episode, we share some insights from our work as we develop our 2023 Outlook.


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In this episode, we discuss some recent progress with some geopolitical issues, dampening risks to our ability to find balance on a host of domestic issues.


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In this episode, we discuss finding a little balance with the election results, inflation, and Fed policy.


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In this episode, we discuss the results of the November Fed meeting and what these mean for investors trying to find balance with inflation and recession.


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In this episode, we discuss the prospect of finding balance in several areas. If you want to go deeper, check out our October 2022 Investment Strategy Brief video.


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Podcast summary: In this episode, we discuss the upcoming midterm elections and summarize the views of Stifel’s Chief Washington Policy Strategist, Brian Garner, that he shared in this recent client webinar.


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In this episode, we assess weakening earnings growth and the impact on stock market performance.


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In this episode, we present how the Fed can ease monetary policy, which could lower interest rates and trigger an equity market “relief rally.”


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In this week's Sight|Lines, we discuss the recent Fed meeting results, implications for inflation, and market reaction.


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In this week’s Sight|Lines, we share an update on inflation and other key data points and how they may be influencing the Federal Reserve’s montetary policy decision next week.


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In this episode, we discuss some of our areas of focus as we navigate the remainder of 2022, including what history teaches us about volatility patterns throughout the year.


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In this episode, we focus on increasing U.S.-China tensions and address the question: What might happen with Taiwan?


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In this episode, we continue our dive into the data with a look at prices, also reviewing the July CPI report indicating that inflation is cooling.


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In this episode, we dive into the data to understand where we are on the supply side of the inflation equation, with a particular focus on signals of supply chain pressures.


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In this episode, we review the Fed’s July policy action, second-quarter GDP, and our views on markets looking forward.


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In this episode, we comment on the slowing economy, the risk of recession, positive earnings, and our reasons for having a positive outlook going forward.

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In this episode, we set the stage for a look forward to the second half of 2022 and beyond by first answering the question: How did we get here?

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In this episode, we unpack the interrelationship of inflation, Fed policy, and interest rates in the first half of 2022, and then try to answer the question: Is this positive relief, or is there trouble ahead?

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In this week’s Sight|Lines, we review the idea that an investor is much more likely to be better off over the long term when being focused on time in rather than timing the market.

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In this episode, we review the concept of supply-demand in economic theory, how some concepts we’ve been talking about – higher demand and supply constraints – are causing inflation to go vertical, and what that might mean for future inflation.

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In this episode, we continue last week’s discussion on drivers of market performance, reviewing a recent inflation report, learnings from the Fed’s June meeting, and our views going forward.

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In this episode, we discuss numerous factors influencing economic and market performance.

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In this episode, we review how a strong consumer should support more economic growth.

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In this episode, we review the highlights of a client webinar about the drivers of increased volatility in 2022, and where we go from here. 

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In this episode, we dig into the results of the first-quarter earnings season, relating those results to recent market volatility.

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In this episode, we describe a number of uncertainties facing investors and offer some perspectives looking forward.

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In this episode, we describe a number of uncertainties facing investors and offer some perspectives looking forward.

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In this week’s episode, we discuss the current debate: Is elevated inflation peaking, or not?

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In this week’s episode, we review essential concepts behind the 60/40 portfolio, the negative performance experience of both stocks and bonds in the first quarter, and steps an investor can take to go beyond 60/40.

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In this week’s episode, we review where we are with inflation and possible recession, including forward-looking market measures and official views. 

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In this episode, we discuss how markets have performed since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and our views looking past the war. We also highlight a new Stifel podcast series - Potomac Perspective with Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner and his co-host, Neil Shapiro.

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In this week’s episode, we revisit the concept of balancing acts from our outlook and how it applies to the issues we face in this historic first quarter of 2022, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. We also highlight a new Stifel podcast series - Potomac Perspective with Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner and his co-host, Neil Shapiro.

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Potomac Perspectives with Brian Gardner is the newest podcast from Stifel. Listen as hosts Neil Shapiro and Brian Gardner discuss Brian’s background and what to expect from this series.

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In this week’s episode, we discuss the Russia/Ukraine war and how higher energy prices might, or might not, impact consumer behavior.

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In this week’s extended episode, we answer our client’s most frequently asked questions about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the related economic and market implications. [please add links to article and video as I refer to these in the episode.

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In this week’s episode we discuss Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the related global economic and market implications going forward.

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In this episode, we provice an overview of Stifel CIO Office guidance.

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In this episode, we review shifting global central bank policies and related investment implications.

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In this episode, we discuss how the 2022 midterms may affect market performance.

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In this week’s episode, we discuss the drivers of January equity market volatility and our views going forward.

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In this episode, we spotlight the article Geopolitical Tensions from our report  Stifel Outlook 2022: Balancing Acts. We invite you to view the report, video, and webinar replay to learn more.

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In this episode, we spotlight In the Wake of the Pandemic: A Changed World, an article from Stifel Outlook 2022: Balancing Acts. We invite you to view the report, video, and webinar replay to learn more on this and other topics.

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In this episode, we discuss our outlook for 2022. Check out our report, video, and client webinar.

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In this last episode in 2021, we share an update on Fed policy and discuss how the Fed turned a bit more hawkish in its December meeting.

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In this episode, we review third-quarter earnings results and discuss where earnings are headed from here.

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In this episode, we review the possible causes of the recently increasing market volatility.

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In this episode, we discuss how transition will play an important role in our 2022 outlook, focusing on fiscal spending in this session.

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In this episode, we discuss our thinking as we develop our outlook for 2022, which will anchor on the idea that next year will be a period of transition, and what that mean’s for the Fed’s monetary policy.

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In this episode, we discuss the risk of stagflation, meaning higher inflation and sluggish growth, and the related investment considerations.

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In this episode, we review the details of recent, higher inflation, some indications that inflation will be transitory, potential signals of sustained higher inflation, and associated investment implications.

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In this episode, we review our work over the last few months and how those topics weave together.

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In this episode, we discuss how the S&P 500 Index has evolved, including how these changes have influenced market valuation metrics.

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In this episode, we review the drivers of increasing interest rates, and what higher rates might mean for borrowers and investors.

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In this episode, we review the results, and learnings, of the most recent Fed meeting and what that means for Fed policy looking forward.

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In this episode, we explore where stocks are headed from here, reviewing valuation levels, risks, and tailwinds to this market..

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In this week’s episode, we focus on the headwinds and tailwinds to further recovery in employment.

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In this episode, as the summer comes to a close we share some thoughts on a number of topics in focus, just as we look forward to the rest of 2021.

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In this episode, we provide a brief update on the second quarter earnings season and share some insights on where earnings are headed from here.

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In this episode, we review the U.S.-China productive competition and some key elements of the U.S. strategy to further strengthen our position in the global economy. 

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In this episode, we review how we’re fighting for herd immunity and how our recovery is going given the impact of the delta variant.

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In this episode, we review some recent, surprising moves by China and what they mean to U.S. China competition.

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In this episode, we discuss drivers of a recent growth scare - including shifting economic growth, virus variants, inflation worries, and rising global/geopolitical risks – and our views looking forward.

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In this week’s episode, we discuss that we’re in a mid-year inflection point for reopening's, economic recovery, and market performance.

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In this week’s episode we provide an update on those six things we’ve been watching as we make our way back toward normal.

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In this week’s episode, we review our learnings from the most recent Fed meetings and why the meeting shook the markets a bit.

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In this week’s episode, we provide an update on various global activities, including key takeaways from the 47th G7 Summit.

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In this week's episode, we share how we've widened our focus compared to a year ago, and look forward to important market drivers in the future. 

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In this week’s episode, we discuss recent market volatility as we begin a shift back to the fundamentals in the economy and the markets.

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In this week’s episode, we discuss what was a very positive first quarter earnings season and implications looking forward.

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In this week’s episode, we discuss recent evidence of higher inflation, how much is too much, and implications around Fed policy and investment portfolios

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In this episode we review how the pandemic has accelerated innovation, and identify some areas of potential, dramatic innovation over the next 10 years….all driven by the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

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In this week’s episode, we ask some tough questions about our government’s policies for recovery from the pandemic, like increasing levels of spending/debt and how we’ll pay for them.

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In this week’s episode, we review our answers to some of the questions clients are asking as we experience all-time highs in the stock market.

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In this week’s episode, we discuss dimensions of hope and recovery for us as individuals, and as consumers.

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In this week’s episode, we discuss the shift happening in DC, and what we’re watching looking forward. We invite our listeners to watch our  Client Webinar: DC Update to go deeper.

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In this week’s episode we discuss monetary policy, the results of the March Fed meeting, and the prospect of higher inflation.

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In this week’s episode, we discuss improving forecasts for economic growth, and two key drivers of this improvement: fiscal stimulus and vaccination success. 


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In this week’s episode, we discuss the recent employment report and what to expect as we make our way to herd immunity.


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In this week’s episode, we take a look back, and a look forward, at stock market earnings as we advance our recovery from the pandemic.


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In this week’s episode, we discuss how we monitor our path to herd immunity and getting back towards normal.


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In this week’s episode, we share some very positive news on our march to herd immunity and the prospect of a possible cure for COVID-19, a cancer drug known as EXO-CD24.


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