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Economics

Wall Street Braces for More Investors Dissing Dollar

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The dollar decline comes just as a couple of other key US economic indicators have begun blinking red, too.

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ETF Upside

BlackRock’s ‘Widow Maker’ ETF Is Suddenly in High Demand

The iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) took in $1.3 billion in inflows this past week.

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Markets

Weak Treasury Auction Sends Stocks Tumbling

After the auction, the yield on the 20-year note rose to 5.125%, the highest level since back in November 2023.

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Economics

Gold Shines, Treasurys Lose Luster as US Credit Score Weakens

Some investors warn that Moody’s and other agencies have understated the risks posed by the US government’s finances.

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Bonds

Tariff War Transforms US Bond Market From Boring to ‘Yippy’

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US Treasurys have long been safe havens during financial market upheaval. President Trump’s sweeping import tariffs made them more volatile.

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OP-ED | Advisor Upside

Bonds Get a Bad Wrap. But They Thrived During Their ‘Great Depression’ of 2022.

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Previous bond declines mean clients can now earn an expected return above inflation.

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Markets

Tariff Delay Fails to Soothe Bond Market Turmoil

When yields rise, it suggests a selloff, and it also means likely higher costs of borrowing for companies as well as the government.

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Economics

After Bashing Janet Yellen’s Approach to Debt Issuance, Bessent Keeps It For Now

The Treasury kept its guidance suggesting the sales of long-term debt will remain unchanged through much of 2025.

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Alternatives

Collectibles are Fun but Risky Investments

A portfolio doesn’t have to be just stocks and bonds. You can add something a little more fun, say your favorite vintage baseball cards.

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International Economics

Britain Grapples With Exploding Borrowing Costs

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England had a rude awakening this week, as the United Kingdom was transported back in time to one of the most tumultuous years in its history.

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