While double-digit inflation is extremely unlikely this year, the new core inflation figure shows that prices are slowly creeping up in the United States. For investors, there are a couple of implications. Russ explains.
Greece’s fate now likely hinges on the results of a second election, which will probably occur in mid- to late June. Here’s a look at what the outcome of that election could mean for Greece’s place in the euro.
According to a new paper, the United States may be stuck in a slow growth mode until 2030. Russ explains what this means for investors.
The old stock market maxim “Sell in May and go away” suggests that investors should take their money and run at this point in the year. Russ weighs in on whether this is good advice for 2012, and why.
While the results of recent European elections certainly imply more near-term uncertainty, Russ explains why they also offer the possibility of a more balanced approach to the European quagmire – and what this means for investors.
Demand for high yield bonds in the first part of the year has been significant, but all this high yield hubbub begs the question: Is the trade too crowded? Matt Tucker investigates.
How long can the 30-year bull market for Treasuries be sustained? While a bond market meltdown isn’t imminent, Russ and Matt outline the signs that investors can watch for that could signal the beginning of the end.
Russ explains why the declining labor force participation rate, a largely ignored number in the March jobs report, may be a big drag on US growth in the future.
The first quarter of 2012 saw the Dow climb 8% amid relatively low market volatility. Can the smooth ride continue?
While valuations still appear reasonable, inflationary pressures remain well contained and the economy is stabilizing, Russ explains why he expects more market volatility in the second quarter and details how investors may want to position their portfolios as a result.
