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Carry Trade Unwind: Is It Really Over?

Having been warned about the risk, investors now ask if the yen carry trade unwind is complete. Here's how far it might still go.

Onward Archive

What's in the Fed's Toolbox?

What the Fed's monetary-policy tools signal about the market.

Market Commentary

Trade War 2.0: Should Investors Prepare?

Potential for another trade war fueled by a rise in global protectionist policies has investors revisiting the potential impact on stocks, inflation, and economic growth.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

Uncertainty or Optimism: A Unique Economic Cycle (With Ed Hyman)

Liz Ann Sonders interviews the legendary Ed Hyman about the current economic cycle and its unique characteristics.

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Ether ETFs Cleared for Trading: Key Issues to Know

Trading is scheduled to start July 23 in the second cryptocurrency-based ETF product cleared by the SEC—but investors should continue to proceed with caution.

Market Commentary

Why to Consider Mortgage-Backed Securities Now

Relatively high yields mean investors who have been focusing on short-term securities wouldn't need to sacrifice much yield if they chose MBS to help limit their reinvestment risk.

Market Commentary

Q2 Surprises and What Could Surprise in Q3

Discover what surprised markets in the second quarter of 2024 and understand the potential drivers of volatility for the third quarter.

On Investing: Kathy Jones & Liz Ann Sonders
On Investing

Good News on Inflation & Investment Rules to Live By (With Ned Davis)

Liz Ann Sonders interviews market veteran Ned Davis about his overall strategy and the importance of understanding market psychology.

Bond Insights

Treasury Bond Market Faces Policy Tug-of-War

Central bank monetary policy may soon ease, but government fiscal policies that increase the federal deficit could limit the decline in Treasury yields.