Steve Lipp, Vice President/Investments - Stifel

08/17/2026

In this week's Economic Insight, Stifel's Chief Economist, Lindsey Piegza, Ph.D, offers an updated view on the economy, policy, and what to expect looking out further into 2026.

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08/14/2026

Recent developments in economic indicators are noteworthy. The 10-year Treasury note yield has increased to 4.705%, reflective of rising oil prices, which have reached $80 per barrel. This shift occurs amidst uncertainty regarding U.S.-Iran negotiations.

As traders analyze upcoming data releases, attention turns to inflation metrics. The consumer price index and producer price index reports will be key in shaping expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate decisions. Monitoring these trends can provide insight into market dynamics and investor sentiment.

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08/13/2026

08/13/2026

Two meetings into Kevin Warsh's tenure as Fed Chair, a new communication framework is beginning to take shape. In this week's , our CIO Office discusses what the Fed's reduced forward guidance, more visible internal debate, and evolving approach to policy communication could mean for investors.

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08/12/2026

Equities advanced to record highs on hopes for a Strait of Hormuz resolution and strong second-quarter earnings while a weak July jobs report tempered rate-hike odds.

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08/11/2026

Every summer our CIO Office surveys our incoming interns to see how the next generation spends, saves, and sees the world. Think of it as a sneak peek at tomorrow's consumer.

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08/10/2026

In this week's Economic Insight, Stifel's Chief Economist, Lindsey Piegza, Ph.D, takes a closer look at the latest July payrolls report and what it means for future Fed policy.

07/20/2026

Topline growth maintained an adequate 2% pace at the start of the year, propelled by positive investment flows, particularly within technology. Ongoing consumer strength also contributed to solid activity early on, which is a reflection of still-decent labor market conditions.

Read more in this week's Economic Insight from Stifel's Chief Economist, Lindsey Piegza, PhD,: https://livesocial.seismic.com/a7531X

07/14/2026

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