The Fed has often been quick to cut rates to help support the economy during slowdowns. We look at why the current combination of potential inflationary pressures and policy uncertainty may leave the Fed sidelined longer than some investors may hope.

After years of small-cap underperformance relative to large-cap counterparts, the tide looks to be turning. We look at why investors shouldn’t overlook this aspect of the 2025 equity outlook as small caps seem poised to return to form.

Global central banks this month have offered something for everyone from further interest rates hikes in Japan to rate cuts in Canada and Europe, while the Federal Reserve remained motionless.