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U.S. markets soared in Q2, driven by new trade policies. Globally, the MSCI EAFE Index continued its winning streak, with Korea and Japan excelling. European markets had mixed outcomes, with Germany and Spain leading. Economic signals were mixed: GDP contracted, job growth slowed, but durable goods orders surged while inflation trended lower.

Quarterly Market Insights | July 2025 Markets rose in the second quarter as investors witnessed the new U.S. trade policy's impacts unfold, while tensions continued in the Middle East.

Strong earnings and renewed trade momentum helped push stocks higher in May, with the S&P 500 flipping back into positive territory for the year. Even a Fed pause and a credit downgrade couldn't stall the rally. The latest Market Insights explores the trends behind the gains and what could influence the second half of 2025.

Monthly Market Insights | June 2025 Stocks notched solid gains in May as investors cheered progress on trade deals and upbeat first-quarter corporate reports.

Despite solid corporate numbers and unexpected trade reports, buyers remained cautious thanks to April's mercurial markets. This month's Market Insights breaks down what drove performance and what investors are continuing to watch in 2025.

Monthly Market Insights | May 2025 The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index declined 0.76 percent while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite rose 1.26 percent. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lagged, however, falling 3.17 percent.1

From evolving trade policy to further Artificial Intelligence news, Q1 wrapped up an interesting year for markets. Our April Quarterly Market Insights breaks down what moved markets and what investors are watching in 2025.

Quarterly Market Insights | April 2025 Stocks fell in the first quarter as investors contended with economic uncertainty, inflationary concerns, and evolving tariff talks.

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Stubborn inflation and mixed economic signals continue to shape markets. This month's Market Insights breaks down what drove performance and what investors are continuing to watch in 2025.

Monthly Market Insights | March 2025 Stocks stumbled in February as stubborn inflation, mixed economic signals, and an evolving trade policy weighed on investors’ minds.

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Steady Fed policy and unexpected tech news shaped February's markets. This month's Market Insights breaks down what drove performance and what investors are continuing to watch in 2025.

Monthly Market Insights | February 2025 Stocks rallied in January on upbeat Q4 corporate reports and solid economic news that quieted talk of an inflationary comeback.

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