What is the path forward for interest rate cuts?
6/14/2024
Raymond James Chief Economist Eugenio Alemán notes the Fed isn't convinced monetary policy is restrictive enough to bring inflation down to its 2% target.
Markets and Investing
One way we could explain the latest FOMC decision: Rise over run
6/14/2024
Chief Economist Eugenio J. Aleman discusses current economic conditions.
Economy & Policy
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No surprise as interest rates hold steady at June FOMC meeting
6/12/2024
The updated projection shows the likelihood of one rate cut by the end of 2024.
Markets & Investing
Welcome to economic decision making: Which way is north?
6/7/2024
Chief Economist Eugenio J. Aleman discusses current economic conditions.
Economy & Policy
Data says: Economy is good! Survey says: Americans are not happy!
5/31/2024
Chief Economist Eugenio J. Aleman discusses current economic conditions.
Economy & Policy
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We can't import cheap homes; but we could import cheap EV cars
5/24/2024
Chief Economist Eugenio J. Aleman discusses current economic conditions.
Economy & Policy
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Inflation math inconsistent with economic math in Q1 2024
5/17/2024
Chief Economist Eugenio J. Aleman discusses current economic conditions.
Economy & Policy
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What a difference a data point (or two) makes
5/3/2024
Chief Economist Eugenio J. Aleman discusses current economic conditions.
Economy & Policy
May FOMC meeting concludes with no changes to interest rates
5/1/2024
The Federal Reserve is looking for more confidence that inflation is headed back towards its 2% target before commencing with rate cuts.
Markets & Investing
How does SECURE Act 2.0 change saving for retirement?
Washington Policy Analyst Ed Mills outlines key components of the new legislation.
Retirement & Longevity
Review key takeaways of the SECURE Act 2.0
Changes for investors include RMD age increases, higher catch-up contribution limits and a new 529 transferal option.
Economy & Policy