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Market view
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 Q3 2025 Investment Outlook: Navigating Volatility with a Diversified Approach
Keep on top of the latest news impacting capital markets.
Capital Markets
July 23, 2025
After reaching a new all-time high in February, then retreating to bear market territory in April, only to more than recoup those losses by June, the S&P 500’s rollercoaster performance so far this year has some investors wondering if there could be more pain ahead.
Stock Market
July 17, 2025
As investors consider Donald Trump’s second presidential term, they’re increasingly focused on how the administration’s policy changes impact the stock market and economy.
Your Portfolio
June 27, 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.
Investing
June 26, 2025
With the stock market up, inflation stabilizing and interest rates in flux, how should investors position their portfolios to capitalize on potential opportunities, while guarding against risks?
Stay a step ahead with market and economic insights that can help inform your investing strategy.
Inflation
July 24, 2025
Persistently higher prices continue to vex consumers and policymakers alike.
Consumers
July 18, 2025
Consumer expenditures account for approximately two-thirds of U.S. economic activity, making Americans’ continued spending ability crucial to the nation’s ongoing economic expansion.
Labor Market
July 11, 2025
The job market continues to draw the attention of the Federal Reserve as it considers interest rate cuts in 2025.
Tariffs
July 9, 2025
Does a new era of tariffs and retaliatory tariffs run the risk of raising inflation while shrinking economic growth?
Read the latest thought leadership from the U.S. Bank Asset Management Group.
Treasury Bonds
June 24, 2025
The U.S. Treasury market continues to reflect the interplay of Fed policy, inflation and growth trends, as well as bond supply expectations.
Federal Reserve
June 18, 2025
The Federal Reserve projects a somewhat softer economic outlook with increasing inflation expectations and held interest rates steady today, while investors anticipate two rate cuts in 2025.
Municipal Bonds
June 10, 2025
Attractive features in today’s municipal bond market offer investors in high tax brackets compelling opportunities.
Healthcare Sector
June 4, 2025
How to balance the opportunities and risks associated with investing in the healthcare sector.
