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Congress Passes Tax Bill

Congress approved the "One Big Beautiful Bill" tax-and-spending plan. Here are some of the key provisions for investors and taxpayers.

July 03, 2025

There Is No AI Without Energy

Israel-Iran hostilities brought a short-term market focus on oil. Longer term, artificial intelligence (AI) electricity needs could create a power shortage, as well as opportunities and risks for investors.

June 30, 2025


Geopolitics & the Markets

Mike Townsend joins the show to discuss the news out of Washington, the evolving geopolitical landscape, and the market's reaction.

June 27, 2025

Munis: Mid-Year Outlook

Tax policy may continue to be a factor in the second half of the year, although Congress looks likely to maintain current tax brackets and the muni tax exemption.

June 27, 2025

Corporates: Mid-Year Outlook

We continue to suggest an "up in quality" fixed income bias for the short run, but investors can still consider some of the riskier parts of the fixed income market in moderation.

June 26, 2025

Washington: What to Watch Now

The Senate is getting close to the finish line on its version of the "One Big Beautiful" tax-and-spending bill.

June 24, 2025

Trading

Nathan Peterson

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Nathan Peterson
July 03, 2025
Stock Graph

Looking to the Futures

Ryan Hinsen
July 03, 2025
Joe Mazzola

Today's Options Market Update

Joe Mazzola
July 02, 2025

US stocks and economy

Chief Investment Strategist Liz Ann Sonders and Senior Investment Strategist Kevin Gordon on what's driving equity markets now

International stocks and economy

Director of International Research Michelle Gibley's take on the crosscurrents affecting international markets

Fixed income

Chief Fixed Income Strategist Kathy Jones and strategists Collin Martin and Cooper Howard on the latest developments in fixed income and currency markets

Government affairs

Legislative and Regulatory Affairs Managing Director Michael Townsend on what matters most to markets and individual investors 

Election Reset: What's Next?

In a matter of minutes, the 2024 presidential race changed dramatically, generating lots of speculation and questions. So what are the facts, the next steps, and the timeline?

July 25, 2024 Michael Townsend