The China Factor
September 30, 2024 — After the FOMC opened the door to a more aggressive easing path, policymakers in China followed suit with their own “bazooka” style stimulus ahead of the weeklong Golden Week holiday. On September 24, China’s State Council hosted a press conference attended by key financial policymakers and regulators where they announced a number of aggressive easing measures.
Featured Insights
Fixed Income
Easing into a Solid Economy
September 23, 2024 -- A highly anticipated rate cut materialized last week, with the Fed delivering an outsized 50 basis point cut. Based on the slate of data...
Fixed Income
Fed Delivers Jumbo Cut Amid A Divided Committee
September 19, 2024 -- The FOMC initiated its long-awaited policy action with an outsized 50 basis point cut, lowering the federal funds rate from a range of 5.25% to 5.50%...
Municipal Fixed Income
Heavy Summer Bond Issuance By Texas School Districts Creates Value Opportunity For Municipal Investors
In Texas, heavy population inflows over the last several years have created significant infrastructure needs throughout the state, particularly for new K-12 school buildings.