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Why Cash Has Become King Again
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 10/27/16

Often, high levels of cash in investors' portfolios represent excessive caution. Russ explains why this time is different.

Why Defensive Stocks Are Still Not Cheap
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 10/17/16

Despite underperforming recently, high yielding defensive stocks are still expensive. Russ sees better value elsewhere, namely technology.

The Two-Track U.S. Economy
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 10/14/16

Rick Rieder explains the multiple ways the U.S. economy is moving on two tracks, and what this means for monetary policy.

Why Bonds May No Longer Be Able to Save Stocks
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 10/6/16

Historically low bond yields have helped boost stocks in recent years. Russ discusses why this may no longer be enough.

Are Investors Underestimating the Risk of a Recession?
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 9/29/16
Russ discusses why investors should pay more attention to the signs that the probability of a recession has gone up.

The Hidden Portfolio Risk in Higher Rates
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 9/20/16
Russ discusses the implications of a higher rate regime for your portfolio. The answer may surprise you.

Will the U.S. Election Really Matter for Markets?
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 9/14/16
Russ argues that the election may have less of an impact on markets than many are expecting.

The Most Interesting Phenomenon in Today's Jobs Market
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 9/12/16
There has been much focus over the past week on the August payroll growth slowdown and what it means for the timing of the next Fed hike. Rick Rieder sees a more interesting trend evident in the data.

Gold Is Still a Good Hedge When Volatility Rises
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 9/9/16
With volatility low and interest rates poised to rise, why hold gold? Russ discusses the important role it plays in a portfolio as a hedge.

Once Again, It's Too Quiet out There
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 8/31/16
Russ discusses what's behind the unusually low volatility in the markets, and what could bring an end to the days of calm.

The Elusive Spark Needed for the Rally to Continue
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 8/24/16
U.S. stocks have surprised many this year, but Russ discusses why future gains are dependent on a so-far missing spark: stronger economic growth.

The Charts All Inflation Watchers Need to See
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 8/19/16
Getting the inflation call right is one of the most important decisions an investor can make today. Rick explains in these charts how the U.S. inflation outlook is becoming clearer.

The case for sticking with high yield
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 8/12/16
The last few months we have seen a strong rally in high yield bonds. Is it time to sell? Russ discusses why the asset class still has a place in most portfolios.

What a most unusual election season could mean for markets
by Richard Turnill of BlackRock, 8/9/16
Chief Investment Strategist Richard Turnill examines how an unusual U.S. presidential election season may sway the market.

How to Get Your Portfolio to Eat Its Duration
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 8/5/16
Russ suggests an alternative approach to dealing with the current environment of low yield and rising duration.

Deciphering Where the Fed Will Go from Here
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 8/4/16
After the Fed's mildly hawkish July policy statement, the big question now is, where will the Fed go from here? Rick Rieder weighs in.

Should Investors Care That Stocks Are Expensive?
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 7/26/16
Russ looks back in history and examines how valuations affected returns. These past trends could offer some clues as to where markets could go in the future.

Don’t Blame the U.S. for the Yield Meltdown
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 7/20/16
Interest rates were supposed to be rising, right? Russ discusses the factors behind the ongoing low yield environment.

4 Reasons You Should Still Invest Abroad
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 7/15/16
Russ makes the case for international investing at a time when many investors may be wondering if it is still worth it.

Another Reason Rates Are Likely to Be Lower for Longer
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 7/14/16
Rick Rieder shares what jobs growth has to do with the outlook for U.S. interest rates.

Why Are Investors Refusing to Let Go of Their Safety Blanket?
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 7/5/16
Russ describes why the “risk “off” assets are thriving despite the “risk on” post Brexit vote.

What Happened to the Bull Market?
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 6/28/16
Russ discusses why the bull market has stumbled, but that doesn't mean we are headed towards a bear market.

Why the Fed’s Job is All the More Complicated
by Rick Reider of BlackRock, 6/25/16
The Federal Reserve’s latest meeting revealed the central bank’s more dovish path to further normalizing interest rates. Rick Rieder explains what’s complicating the task at hand.

What’s Ahead for U.S. Payrolls
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 6/12/16
Rick Rieder shares his response to this question recently posed by Fed Chair Janet Yellen: “Will monthly payroll gains move up toward the solid pace they maintained earlier this year and in 2015?”

3 Guidelines to Navigate the Economic Fog
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 6/10/16
With investors facing a mixed economic outlook, Russ offers guidelines on what to keep an eye on and what to expect.

What Price to Pay for Yield?
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 6/6/16
Investors searching for yield face a difficult challenge: Income sources are becoming more and more expensive. Russ addresses the quandary.

The Narrowing Corridor of Global Growth
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 6/2/16
Rick Rieder shares a chart showing why to get used to living in a low-growth world.

Keep Calm and Add More Carry
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 5/27/16
The prospect of lower stock returns and higher volatility going forward suggests for Russ that investors should consider strategies such as carry, or yield, to boost risk adjusted returns.

Are These the Golden Days for Gold?
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 5/17/16
Given an environment of low and even negative yields, slow growth and potential signs of rising inflation, Russ discusses why gold may continue to shine.

The challenge the Fed faces (in 2 powerful charts)
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 5/12/16
Rick Rieder shares two charts you'll want to see, whether you are an avid Fed watcher or are just worried about rising interest rates.

To Correctly Predict the Fed's Policy Path, Watch This
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 5/4/16
To accurately gauge when the central bank will likely hike again, Rick Rieder explains two factors you'll want to pay close attention to.

How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bond
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 5/3/16
Low yields, potential volatility: Why even hold bonds? Russ explains the crucial role they still play in a portfolio.

Why the Manufacturing Recession Still Matters
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 4/27/16
The U.S. economy continues to grow (albeit at a snail’s pace), but Russ discusses why investors ignore the manufacturing recession at their peril.

Why Today's Bond Environment Is Different (in 4 Charts)
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 4/22/16
Over the last seven years—as central banks have rolled out more quantitative easing programs and moved benchmark interest rates below, or close to, zero—global fixed income markets have dramatically changed. Here’s a quick look at four charts showing just a few of the interrelated ways the fixed income landscape is different today.

Can the U.S. consumer continue to hold up the world?
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 4/13/16
Consumer spending is critical to the economy, yet remains sluggish. Russ Koesterich discusses why that may be the case for some time to come.

A Statistic About the US Economy That May Surprise You
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 4/7/16
Rick Rieder shares one widely-ignored sign that the U.S. economy has actually been operating at a very high level in recent years.

Is the Fed on the Right Track?
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 4/5/16
BlackRock’s Rick Rieder explores whether Fed caution is appropriate for today’s economic environment.

Do You Believe in Central Bank Magic?
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 3/30/16
Markets have rallied from their lows in February, but do the conditions justify the rally? Russ discusses how central banks have cast a spell yet again, but can the magic continue?

This Worrisome Trend Could Influence Interest Rate Policy
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 3/23/16
BlackRock’s Rick Rieder believes there are several factors behind the Federal Reserve’s decision to not raise its benchmark rate, but highlights one particular trend to keep an eye on.

The Real Reason Markets Are Volatile
by Rick Rieder of BlackRock, 3/18/16
After years of relative calm, market volatility has picked up over the past year. Rick Rieder explains why, disproving two popular explanations.

When Markets are Quiet—Too Quiet
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 3/15/16
BlackRock Chief Investment Strategist Russ Koesterich suggests that, given the uneven pace of global growth, there is a potential for a return of volatility.

TIPS and Value Step Up as Stocks March Ahead
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 3/8/16
BlackRock Chief Investment Strategist Russ Koesterich discusses the case for TIPS and value stocks as more evidence of stabilization in the U.S. economy appears.

3 Different ETF Strategies for Your Portfolio
by Team of BlackRock, 3/4/16
With today’s market volatility, you’ll want to be more nimble with your investment mix. We explore how you can use “passive” ETFs in an active way.

The Investing Implications of Negative Interest Rates
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 3/1/16
BlackRock's Russ Koesterich and investment strategist Terry Simpson explain how negative interest rates may impact various asset classes.

Finding Yield: Difficult, but Not Impossible
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 3/1/16
BlackRock Chief Investment Strategist Russ Koesterich discusses areas of the market that offer opportunities in the search for yield.

No Longer to the Rescue
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 2/23/16
BlackRock Chief Investment Strategist Russ Koesterich discusses the implications of a less potent Federal Reserve and other challenges facing investors.

Why Investors Have Reason to Be Optimistic
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 2/19/16
In the midst of the recent market gloom, Russ takes a step back and considers a few reasons for optimism.

Seeking Solid Ground While Markets Rumble
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 2/17/16
BlackRock Chief Investment Strategist Russ Koesterich discusses the headwinds facing stocks, and how investors should proceed going forward.

How to Ballast a Portfolio with Bonds
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 2/12/16
Russ and investment strategist Terry Simpson explain how to ballast a portfolio using fixed income, traditional “safe-haven” Treasuries not included.

A Shopping List for Bargain Hunters
by Russ Koesterich of BlackRock, 2/12/16
While stocks overall still aren't cheap, investors looking to bargain hunt may be pleased to know there are certain segments of the market worth considering. BlackRock's Russ Koesterich explains.
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