Fed chair confirmation hearing: a lot of noise, few new signals
4/24/2026
Raymond James Chief Economist Eugenio J. Alemán discusses current economic conditions.
Economy & Policy
Why do consumers feel worse in a strong economy?
4/17/2026
Raymond James Chief Economist Eugenio J. Alemán discusses current economic conditions.
Economy & Policy
Inflation rears its ugly face, again
4/10/2026
Raymond James Chief Economist Eugenio J. Alemán discusses current economic conditions.
Economy & Policy
The Iran conflict’s impact on oil prices
3/3/2026
The evolving conflict in Iran could disrupt oil supply, pushing prices higher in the near term.
Economy & Policy
Supreme Court tariff ruling: What does it mean for the economy and markets?
2/26/2026
While there could be near-term market volatility, the long-term outlook for tariff policy is largely unchanged.
Economy & Policy
2026 economic outlook
1/12/2026
Raymond James Chief Economist Eugenio J. Alemán evaluates economic conditions heading into 2026.
Economy & Policy
Federal Reserve FOMC minutes show divisions
1/2/2026
Chief Economist Eugenio J. Aleman discusses current economic conditions.
Economy & Policy
Addressing concern for the 2030s economy
12/5/2025
Chief Economist Eugenio J. Aleman discusses current economic conditions.
Economy & Policy
More exciting than it sounds: the Beige Book
The most human economic report has a name meant to be uninspired.
Economy & Policy
Potential fiscal impact of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act'
Raymond James CIO Larry Adam and team highlight the bill's key provisions and review what it means for the US economy.
Economy & Policy
Infographic: The Fed and the fuss, demystified
Explore how the Fed keeps the economy on track through monetary policy, and how its moves ultimately ripple outward.
Economy & Policy