Federal Reserve policymakers left their target for short-term interest rates unchanged, in a range of 4.25%–4.5%, in their first meeting of 2025. We expect they will continue to bide their time.

Mar 5, 2025 · Federal Reserve policymakers left their target for short-term interest rates unchanged, in a range of 4.25%–4.5%, in their first meeting of 2025. We expect they will continue to bide their time.

Dec 11, 2024 · Vanguard's global outlook is designed to guide investors in maintaining a long-term perspective and support the case for portfolio diversification. Fixed income will continue to play an...

While the median of our U.S. return outlook over the next decade appears cautious, the range of possible outcomes is wide and valuations are rarely a good timing tool.

While the positive supply-side drivers of growth may continue in 2025, emerging policy risks such as the implementation of trade tariffs and stricter immigration policies may offset gains. Under such a …

We reemphasize the view we put forth a year ago, that an era of sound money— with interest rates above the rate of inflation—lives on. That said, markets face a growing point of tension: Assets with …

Dec 30, 2024 · Vanguard's 2025 outlook predicts global monetary easing, moderate U.S. GDP growth, and a gradual decline in inflation. They foresee improved fixed income opportunities due to higher …

Joe Davis: Interest rates are above the rate of inflation at almost all maturity levels. That's what we mean by an era of sound money—a positive, real or after inflation-return. That's even good news ultimately …

Nov 27, 2024 · Explore Vanguard's 2025 economic outlook emphasizing stock performances, interest rate projections, and potential policy risks affecting the market.

Jan 10, 2025 · We expect long-term yields to remain above 4% due to our strong growth outlook. Further, if yields fall because of a negative shock to demand, bonds should provide a hedge in …