Market view

From the desk of CIO Eric Freedman

Eric Freedman, chief investment officer for U.S. Bank Asset Management Group, offers his latest insights.

Weekly analysis

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Quarterly outlook

Read the Q4 2025 Investment Outlook: Market Momentum into Year-End

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Keep on top of the latest news impacting capital markets.

Geopolitical

Geopolitical conflict and its impact on global markets

October 16, 2025
Investors weigh the implications of geopolitical instability around the world.

FEDERAL BUDGET

Analysis: 2025 government shutdown’s impact

October 16, 2025
Lawmakers’ failure to reach a spending deal triggered the 11th government shutdown since 1980. What are the implications for investors?

Stock Market

Is a market correction coming?

October 15, 2025
The S&P 500’s rollercoaster performance this year has investors wondering what lies ahead for the stock market.

Emerging Market

Analysis: China’s economy and its influence on global markets

October 14, 2025
What should investors consider when seeking emerging market exposure to the world’s second-largest economy?

Capital markets and the economy

Stay a step ahead with market and economic insights that can help inform your investing strategy.

Trade Policy

Trump administration tariffs reshape global markets

October 14, 2025
Does a new era of tariffs and retaliatory tariffs risk raising inflation while shrinking economic growth?

Currency Market

The U.S. dollar’s fluctuating value and what it means for investors

October 8, 2025
Taking measure of global currency trends as you position your investment portfolio.

Stock Market

How do changing interest rates affect the stock market?

September 25, 2025
As interest rates change, learn what the ripple effects across capital markets may mean for equity investors.

BOND MARKET

How changing interest rates impact the bond market

September 19, 2025
How does an evolving interest rate environment create opportunities for bond investors?

Insights and analysis

Read the latest thought leadership from the U.S. Bank Asset Management Group.

Your Investments

How to invest in today’s market

October 3, 2025
With the stock market up, how should investors position their portfolios to capitalize on potential opportunities, while guarding against risks?

Interest Rates

Federal Reserve cuts interest rates 0.25% and signals additional cuts likely in coming months

September 17, 2025
The Fed previously held rates steady this year due primarily to tariff uncertainty and above-target inflation.

Technology

Investing in tech stocks: Is now a good time?

September 2, 2025
In recent years, the Communications Services and Information Technology sectors routinely outperformed the broader S&P 500, despite exhibiting some volatility, and this trend continues in 2025.

Your Money

Cash management and investing strategies when interest rates are changing

August 28, 2025
A fresh look at managing cash and investments in today’s changing interest rate environment can help support your pursuit of the goals that matter most to you.

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