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What is Behind the Rise in Government Bond Yields?
The 10-Year U.S Treasury Bond yield recently drifted above 5% for the first time since 2007. Interest rates are a composite of credit risk, inflation expectations, growth expectations, risk appetite, and opportunity cost. The increase recently is likely a combination of developments in each of these factors.
Kyle Johnston, CFA
Sep 244 min read
Falling Correlations Mute July's Crash in AI Stocks
Falling correlations improved the diversification of the stock market and protected against a sharp downturn in AI-related stocks.
Kyle Johnston, CFA
Sep 82 min read
The State of the Economy: What Companies Are Saying in Q1 2026 Earnings Calls
This is a quick overview of company earnings calls from Q1 2026, focused on their commentary about the overall state of the economy.
John Gates
Jun 49 min read
The Market Impact of the Iran War and Staying the Course Through Geopolitically-Driven Volatility
The War in Iran sent markets spinning before a quick recovery in April. Markets are unpredictable in how quickly sentiment can shift around geopolitical events.
Kyle Johnston, CFA
Apr 203 min read
The Fed Cut Rates.. But the 10 Year and Mortgage Rates are Rising Again?
The Fed may be cutting short-term rates, but that doesn't necessarily mean mortgage rates will follow.
Kyle Johnston, CFA
Oct 31, 20244 min read
How Does Geopolitical Risk Impact the Market?
A Historical Lookback on Stock Returns and Geopolitical Events.
Kyle Johnston, CFA
Feb 25, 20222 min read
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