by Aptus PM Team | Jul 31, 2025 | Blog, Bonds
The Fed left rates unchanged for its 5th straight meeting — keeping the fed funds range 4.25%-4.5% which was widely expected. Governors Miki Bowman and Chris Waller dissented in favor of a 0.25% cut. It was the first double-dissent by governors since 1993. ...
by Aptus PM Team | Jul 1, 2025 | Appearances, Market Updates
In this Outlook, the Aptus Investment Team discussed: Equity Markets Review Fixed Income Markets Review Important Topics of Discussion The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly Biggest Thoughts Affecting Advisors For our expanded thoughts on the quarter, check out more...
by Aptus PM Team | Jun 20, 2025 | Blog, Charts
Our team looks at a lot of research throughout the day. Here are a handful that we think are good summations of investor activity, from market momentum to earnings, trade policy to fiscal policy, and home owners to equity owners. Enjoy! Brian: We’ve seen a...
by Aptus PM Team | Jun 13, 2025 | Blog, Charts
Our team looks at a lot of research throughout the day. Here are a handful that we think are good summations of investor activity, from strategist chasing to inflation, earnings and the economy, to international comps and beautiful bills. Enjoy! Brett: As is...
by Aptus PM Team | Apr 25, 2025 | Blog, Bonds
President Trump Critiques the Fed Earlier this week, President Trump indicated he thinks the Fed should be “early, or on time” cutting rates, but not “too late,” adding it is “a perfect time to lower the rate.” Pressed by a reporter asking if the President has the...