MARKET INSIGHTS

Market Insights

2025 Spring Investment Directions: Exposures for volatile markets

Apr 28, 2025 | Gargi Chaudhuri

Discover insights on navigating a shifting macro landscape, with direction on positioning across equities and fixed income in today’s dynamic market environment.

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Bond market opportunities meet ETF innovation

Apr 23, 2025 | Karen Veraa-Perry, CFA

Discover how iShares fixed-income ETFs can help you put cash to work, seek income and diversify your portfolio.

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How to pursue income strategies with outcome ETFs

Apr 02, 2025 | Robert Hum, CAIA

Unlock the potential of options strategies with outcome ETFs. Gain insights into investments designed to potentially generate income, provide targeted protection, or seek enhanced growth.

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Navigate market volatility with active & flexible investing

Mar 24, 2025 | Rick Rieder

Gain valuable insights on investing during volatile markets. Explore strategies to distinguish relevant financial news from noise and manage risk effectively.

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Housing market outlook: Muted sales, positive economic impact

Feb 24, 2025 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

Explore our forecast for residential real estate, featuring muted sales but a positive overall impact on the U.S. economy.

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U.S. deficit dynamics: Economic and investor implications

Feb 20, 2025 | Karen Veraa-Perry, CFA

Analyze America's fiscal challenges with a focus on the federal deficit. Understand how policy changes could alter Treasury yields and global markets.

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The potential portfolio impact of Trump policies & tariffs

Feb 10, 2025 | Gargi Chaudhuri

We discuss the recent announcement by the Trump administration regarding new tariffs and what it could mean for the market.

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Getting exposure to digital assets via the bitcoin bridge

Jan 13, 2025 | Samara Cohen

Unlock the potential of digital assets investing with insights into Bitcoin ETPs and innovative approaches to strategic portfolio diversification.

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2025 Investment Directions: Navigating Market Trends

Jan 06, 2025 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

Explore key investment directions for 2025 and make informed decisions with our analysis on U.S. growth, global equities, and strategic risk management.

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Fed outlook 2025: Key insights for fixed income investors

Dec 19, 2024 | Karen Veraa-Perry, CFA

Explore the Fed outlook for 2025. Gain insights into expected monetary policies and market projections to help guide your investments.

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Positioning around the U.S. election

Nov 06, 2024 | Gargi Chaudhuri

U.S. voters have cast their ballots in a historically close election. Discover strategies to navigate the post-election landscape.

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Are gold and oil effective hedging tools for investors?

Nov 01, 2024 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

Discover gold and oil’s potential as hedging tools amid market volatility and geopolitical uncertainty, and the role commodities can play in portfolios.

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Got diversification? Access the 20 biggest U.S. stocks

Oct 24, 2024 | Daniel Prince, CFA

You don't have to know how to pick stocks to access top companies. Learn why diversification is an important investment strategy.

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2024 Fall Investment Directions

Sep 24, 2024 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

Investment Strategy’s Fall Investment Directions outlines key opportunities across fixed income and equities, spotlighting macro developments and market implications.

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What does a Fed rate cut mean for investors?

Sep 18, 2024 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

How could the Fed's rate cut impact your investments? Learn the potential effects on equity and bond markets, and discover portfolio approaches.

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Outline for the Election Playbook: Part 2

Aug 23, 2024 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

Stay informed on how elections affect your investments. Learn about historical trends, volatility management, and diversification tactics.

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How active ETFs may help enhance portfolio performance

Aug 21, 2024 | Rick Rieder

Discover the potential benefits of the BlackRock Flexible Income ETF (BINC), and how it seeks to manage risks and capitalize on market opportunities.

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Navigating market volatility: Insights for investors

Aug 08, 2024 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

Discover factors behind recent stock market volatility, how to manage risk during turbulent times, and how recent economic data may impact the Fed’s outlook.

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The rebirth of American manufacturing: Growth and innovation

Jul 18, 2024 | Jay Jacobs

Discover how U.S. manufacturing could be poised for a renaissance, driven by a reshaping of supply chains and changing political and economic priorities

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How active ETFs are unlocking innovation and opportunity for investors

Jul 15, 2024 | Samara Cohen

Learn why active ETFs are becoming an increasingly important part of investor toolkits around the world.

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Bitcoin volatility guide: Trends & insights for investors

Jul 11, 2024 | Jay Jacobs

Explore the journey of bitcoin's volatility, from turbulent beginnings to a promising decline. Learn how these trends affect long-term investing.

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2024 Midyear Investment Directions

Jul 09, 2024 | Gargi Chaudhuri

2024 Midyear Investment Directions outlines investment opportunities across asset classes, regions, and strategies based on our market and macroeconomic views.

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Average savings by age: Planning for retirement

Jun 18, 2024 | Daniel Prince, CFA

Learn more about the average retirement savings by age, and why unique retirement goals matter more.

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The pursuit of outperformance: Unconstrained equity investing

Jun 18, 2024 | Jay Jacobs

Learn more about how unconstrained investing allows for a more flexible approach to portfolio management and the potential to outperform.

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Put cash to work with short-term bond ETFs

Mar 20, 2024 | Karen Veraa-Perry, CFA

Learn how short-term bond ETFs can help you keep up with inflation and diversify where your short-term assets are held.

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Investing in (and for) Women

Mar 08, 2024 | Gargi Chaudhuri

In honor of Women's History Month, we take a look at the trends of women’s involvement in the workforce, investing, and the economy.

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Should investors add duration to bond portfolios now?

Sep 20, 2023 | Karen Veraa-Perry, CFA

What is duration? Learn about how investors can take advantage of the recent rise in fixed-income yields.