Few explanations for the upward march of equity valuations are based on resoundingly positive or long-term economic changes. We take a closer look at how these high valuations could be closely tied to the multi-year surge in liquidity.

The 60/40 had its worst quarter since the pandemic started. Our chart looks at quarterly returns and why the coming quarters could remain volatile.

As CRE deal volume shows signs of thawing, alternative lenders sit in an excellent position to capture attractive income opportunities.

Headlines focus on the U.S. and China, but this week’s chart shows how contraction in trade globally could challenge investors.

See how both sluggish economic growth and very low interest rates abroad are impacting U.S. rates.

Stocks rallied too far, too fast? Our chart looks at 2020’s deeply negative earnings picture and why investors may want to insure against further volatility.

Relative value in the fixed income market? This week’s chart compares CLO spreads to those of HY bonds and explores how to delve into this market.

Contrarian bull/bear signals? Our chart on the mismatch between stock performance and sentiment shows why investors may want to prepare for a pullback.

Have bears taken over the market? This week’s chart looks at the roller-coaster ride for investor sentiment this year.

As U.S. inflation spikes and rates rise, fixed income returns have diverged. Our chart looks at the gap between core fixed income and credit.