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Markets Face Tariffs

Trade policy uncertainty continued to shape financial markets this week as replacement tariffs under Section 122 of the Trade Act

Economic Data Signals Resilience

There was a plethora of economic data releases this week with most indicating the resilient economic backdrop remains in place.

January 2026 Bond Market Review

December economic data signaled moderating inflation alongside a continued rebalancing in labor market conditions, with price pressures still running modestly

9/10– Weekly Economic Highlights

The Federal Reserve’s Beige Book report, prepared in advance of the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on September 21-22, indicated that economic activity decelerated from early July through the end of August. The pullback was largely driven by concerns about the Delta variant as well as supply chain disruptions and labor shortages. Nevertheless, most of the Federal Reserve Bank Districts remained optimistic about the near-term outlook and reported improving labor market trends. The Districts reported rising inflationary pressures (ranging from moderate to strong), and several Districts anticipate significant price hikes in the months ahead.

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