Government Policy

Understand how policy decisions coming out of Washington may impact financial markets and your investments. Or explore other investing topics:

Debt Ceiling: House Bill Passes, Impasse Continues

Although the House narrowly approved a bill designed to jumpstart negotiations, the issue is far from resolved.

China: Strong Economy, Weak Stocks

China’s domestically driven economic growth has not yet translated to Emerging Market stock performance, which has tended to have been weighed down by international political tensions.

Big Tax Changes for 2023: Start Planning Now

Inflation and the SECURE Act 2.0 brought big changes to the tax landscape for 2023. What are they, and how they may impact your tax bill?

Volatile Bond Market Signaling Changes to Economy

Savvy investors are watching the bond market for indications of change to economy, interest rates and recession.

Will Rising Federal Debt Slow Economic Growth?

Over the past 70 years, rising government debt generally has been accompanied by weaker economic activity. But it's not a simple relationship.

Battling Competing Problems, Fed Keeps Hike Small

The Fed is being pulled in different directions as it works to manage the banking turmoil while continuing its fight to bring down sticky inflation.

Under Pressure: Fed Hikes in Face of Bank Turmoil

Despite new threats from some instability in the banking sector, the Federal Reserve hiked the fed funds rate by 25 basis points in March, while still focusing on combating inflation.

What’s in the Inflation Reduction Act?

The $750 billion Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 aims to combat climate change and increase tax revenues. Here's what it could mean for you.

Four Simmering Issues That Could Soon Boil Over

As the new Congress ramps up, things may seem relatively calm in Washington. But savvy investors are looking at key issues for the markets that are bubbling below the surface.

Can Markets Rise Above U.S.-China Tensions?

From sending a spy balloon over the U.S. to ignoring sanctions on Russia, China continues to ratchet up concerns in Washington. But what's the impact on markets?