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Chart of the Week: Could U.S. Economic Growth Accelerate?

Today, more job openings exist than unemployed people, yet policy uncertainties may dent economic confidence.

State of the Markets

A look at what’s happening now and what may be ahead from Darrell Cronk, President of Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Fixed Income in Depth: The Predictive Power of Yield Curve Inversions

When has a yield curve inversion been an indicator of economic slowdown, and what are the implications for investors?

U.S.-China Trade as an Investment Opportunity

Paul Christopher, CFA, Head of Global Market Strategy, explains the U.S.-China trade relationship in this month’s video.

Brexit Needs Just A Little More Time

The U.K. is scheduled to leave the European Union (EU) Friday, April 12, yet a plan for its exit has not been finalized.

Keeping Fingers on the Pulse of the Markets

This year’s market rally (to-date) has rested on pricing out recession fears, rather than pricing in broad global economic improvement.

Why Asset Allocation Matters in Uncertain Times

Asset class performance in 2018 was the mirror opposite of 2017.

The Fed’s Decision and What It May Mean for Investors

Wells Fargo Investment Institute shares key highlights from the Federal Open Market Committee meeting.

U.S. Corporate Bonds—Growing Risk as the Fed Tightens

What should investors know about corporate bonds in 2019?

How High Can Interest Rates Go?

Brian Rehling, Co-Head of Global Fixed Income Strategy, explains Wells Fargo Investment Institute’s expectations for Federal Reserve rate hikes—and why it sees potential for elevated bond market volatility going forward.