Economic and market trends for business leaders
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Middle Market Business Index
May MMBI jumps
The economic free fall ended in April and May, and we now expect slow economic improvement to begin over the next three months.
The Real Economy
The Real Economy: Volume 67
In this issue, we examine racial disparities in America, spotlight food and beverage, and middle market digital transformation trends.
Monthly Market Commentary
Risk assets and economic data diverge in May
Global assets continued to recover in May but year-to-date returns broadly remain negative with the exception of fixed income.
Weekly market commentary
Fed holds on policy and shares updated projections
Investors can expect continued accommodative monetary policy and should recognize the Fed’s willingness to employ necessary emergency tools.
What has happened in municipal bond markets
While volatility remains, we think the actions of the Fed and policymakers will eventually help to stabilize markets and restore liquidity.
Coronavirus fears drive Fed to cut rates mid-cycle
In response to concerns about the economic fallout from COVID-19, the Federal Reserve (Fed) cut their policy benchmark rate mid-cycle.
