In May 2025, Moody’s downgraded the U.S. long-term credit rating from Aaa to Aa1, the first time in over a century the country lacks a top-tier rating from all three major agencies. The downgrade cites soaring federal debt exceeding $36 trillion, over $1 trillion in annual interest payments, and per...

Trump’s 90-day tariff cut to 10% eased market fears and sparked a rally, calming Treasury concerns. But rising tariffs on China signal escalating tensions, posing hidden risks to China-exposed stocks despite broad market optimism.

Discover how the S&P 500’s price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio has behaved during past recessions and what it means for investors today. We explore historical market multiples across economic downturns to help guide smarter investment decisions.