Municipal bonds, after a weak start in 2026, have recovered and are on track for a third consecutive year of record issuance, signaling strong market activity. Intermediate municipal bonds now offer a 150 to 200 basis point yield advantage over government money market funds, making them attractive for income-seeking investors, especially those in higher tax brackets. Niche areas within the muni market, such as housing bonds backed by federal loans, provide even higher yields relative to their credit quality. The ALPS BBH Intermediate Municipal Bond ETF (MNBD) has notably outperformed its benchmark by 458 basis points since its 2022 launch, highlighting the potential for active management to uncover value in overlooked muni segments. Market dynamics and shifting Federal Reserve rate expectations add complexity but also opportunity for muni investors in 2026 and beyond.
Nvidia's Kyber rack-scale architecture, designed to house its 2027 Rubin Ultra chips, has been delayed to 2028 due to difficulties in manufacturing a key circuit board. This delay disrupts Nvidia's aggressive product release schedule and may allow co...
Google released a humorous commercial imagining the Founding Fathers using Google Workspace tools like Docs, Calendar, and Meet to draft the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The ad features AI tools such as Google's 'help me visualize' and Gemini...
The S&P 500 has gained 9.3% year-to-date, with small and microcap stocks outperforming larger companies. Technology sectors lead gains, driven by enthusiasm around AI, while Communication Services lag but may present buying opportunities. Commodities...
French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are actively courting major tech CEOs to secure investments in AI data centers, cloud infrastructure, and semiconductor development. Macron successfully persuaded SoftBank to in...
The global AI data center market is rapidly expanding due to the rise of generative AI and advanced cognitive analytics, requiring purpose-built, high-density facilities with advanced cooling and networking technologies. Hyperscalers like Microsoft, ...
