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How Elevated Real Yields Shape Investment Decisions
Treasury yields have climbed to their highest levels in years, creating both opportunities and challenges for investors. In this edition of Investment Corner, Co-Chief Investment Officer & Chief Operating Officer Summit Puri explains what rising interest rates and real yields mean for stocks, bonds, inflation, and why maintaining a balanced portfolio is more important than ever.

Summit Puri
6 days ago3 min read


Investment Corner: Why Is Oil Back Near $100 a Barrel—and What Does It Mean for Investors?
Oil prices have climbed back toward $100 per barrel, raising questions about inflation, interest rates, and the broader economy. In this edition of Investment Corner, Co-Chief Investment Officer & Chief Operating Officer Summit Puri explains what's driving the recent surge and why long-term investors should focus on strategy rather than short-term headlines.

Summit Puri
Jul 272 min read


Volatility in the Dollar, Gold, and Bitcoin: What's Behind the Moves?
The U.S. dollar has regained strength after a turbulent year, reshaping the outlook for gold, Bitcoin, and global markets. Learn what these shifting trends mean for investors and why maintaining a diversified, long-term portfolio remains the best strategy.

Summit Puri
Jul 153 min read


May 2026 Market Update: Record Highs, Rising Rates, Inflation, and a New Fed Chair
U.S. stocks reached new all-time highs in May despite persistent inflation concerns and rising interest rates. In this month's market update, Summit Puri explores the impact of elevated bond yields, the Federal Reserve leadership transition, and what these developments mean for long-term investors.

Summit Puri
Jun 24 min read


Energy Shock or Inflation Spiral? Understanding Why CPI Hit a Three-Year High
April’s CPI report showed inflation climbing to 3.8%, the highest level since 2023, largely fueled by sharp increases in energy prices tied to Middle East oil disruptions. While core inflation remains more contained, elevated energy costs continue to create uncertainty for consumers, markets, and Federal Reserve policy decisions.

Summit Puri
May 182 min read


What Rising Gasoline Prices Mean for Consumers and the Economy
Rising gasoline prices are more than just a frustration at the pump—they’re a signal of broader economic shifts. As energy costs climb amid geopolitical tensions, consumers, inflation, and market expectations are all feeling the ripple effects.

Summit Puri
Apr 133 min read


Q1 2026 Market Update: Navigating Geopolitical Tensions, Oil Shocks, and Market Volatility
In this Q1 2026 market recap, Chief Operating Officer & Co-Chief Investment Officer Summit Puri breaks down the impact of geopolitical tensions, rising oil prices, and economic uncertainty on global markets—and what it means for long-term investors.

Summit Puri
Apr 27 min read


Interest Rates: An Ever-Changing Landscape
Interest rates influence everything from borrowing costs to bond prices and stock valuations. Understanding how Federal Reserve rate changes ripple through the economy can help investors stay disciplined and focused on long-term financial goals.

Nick Allen
Feb 173 min read


The Relationship Between Interest Rates and Bonds
With the Federal Reserve’s recent announcement that is will drop interest rates, many investors are asking how a rate change could impact their portfolios. One of the most important — yet often misunderstood — relationships in finance is that between interest rates and bond prices. In this article, we’ll break down how they interact and why changes in rates can directly affect the value of your bond holdings.

Ethan Barry
Nov 3, 20253 min read


Monetary Policy vs Fiscal Policy: What’s What with the Economy
It seems that the topics of inflation and interest rates have been all over the news this year, as buying groceries and owning a home...

Nick Allen
Sep 16, 20244 min read
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