Trump's Fed Pick Shakes Markets
Trump's Fed pick sent gold, silver, and bitcoin into freefall. Meanwhile, the economy's headline strength is masking a growing reliance on consumer debt and shrinking savings. Here's what it means for your money.
A Volatile Week, A Resilient Economy
Greenland tensions drove markets lower before a diplomatic framework sparked a Wednesday rally. Beyond the headlines, GDP growth hit 4.4%, consumer spending remains strong, and jobless claims stay near historic lows.
Inflation Cools as Fed Faces Heat
Core inflation fell to 2.6%—its lowest reading since March 2021—while a DOJ investigation into Fed Chair Powell raised new questions about central bank independence. Here's what the data means for markets and monetary policy.
Growth Without Jobs
The U.S. economy enters 2026 with 5% GDP growth and the weakest job creation since 2003. What explains the gap, and what does it mean for your money?
January Global Economic Outlook
Excerpt: A look at the economic research behind investment decisions—covering the U.S., Europe, China, Japan, India, and six other regions shaping the global outlook for 2026.
Market Outlook: Mixed Signals
GDP growth surprised to the upside, but strip out AI spending and the picture softens. The labor market is cooling. Housing is splitting by region. Here's what the data tells us heading into 2026.