Economic Commentary

Economy & Policy April 10, 2026 Raymond James Chief Economist Eugenio J. Alemán discusses current economic conditions. The question that is increasingly on everyone’s mind is simple: Is this time different? The answer will hinge squarely on what happens to core inflation, specifically the core Consumer Price Index and the core PCE price index. The […]

Markets & Investing April 06, 2026 Doug Drabik discusses fixed income market conditions and offers insight for bond investors. Click here to enlarge The US-Iran conflict has altered Iran’s regional influence and, more broadly, has many other consequences. It pressures government relations as well as global and financial market trading. The closure of the Strait […]

Economy & Policy March 27, 2026 Raymond James Chief Economist Eugenio J. Alemán discusses current economic conditions. Although we will publish individual indicators on Friday, April 3, 2026, markets will be closed in observance of Good Friday. As a result, we will not be releasing our Weekly Economics next week. This makes the upcoming slew […]

ESTATE & GIVING Understand the differences between giving vehicles. If giving is in your heart, charitable planning vehicles have likely been a topic of conversation with your advisor. There are a variety of options and each has its own benefits, from tax advantages to grant control. By using these planned giving vehicles, you can maximize […]