Throughout this Fed rate hike cycle, there always seemed to be some sort of disconnect between what the policymakers were saying and what the money and bond markets were thinking. Recently, 'don't fight the Fed' seems to be the current sentiment. This week on the Basis Points podcast, Kevin Flanagan discusses the shift.

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A Nice Dose of: Don't Fight the Fed

Wondering what the second half of 2025 could look like for muni bonds? This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan talks with Jeff Burger, Senior Portfolio Manager at Insight Investment, about why recent legislation, aka the “One Big Beautiful Bill”, may be opening up new doors for Muni investors. From market supply to income potential, get the inside scoop on what makes WTMU and WTMY timely fixed income ideas.

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What the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Means for Muni Investors

Private credit is no longer just for institutions and investors are taking notice. This week on the Basis Points podcast, Kevin Flanagan is joined by Chris Acito, CEO of Gapstow Capital Partners, to unpack what private credit is, why it’s gaining traction and how investors can access it through the WisdomTree Private Credit and Alternative Income Fund (HYIN). Listen now to learn why this asset class is resonating with investors and how it could fit in your portfolio.
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Early to the Private Credit Party

At the July FOMC meeting, the Fed left rates unchanged for the fifth straight time, holding firm at 4.25%–4.50%. This week on the Basis Points podcast, Kevin Flanagan explains why mixed data, tariff risks and signs of internal dissent are keeping policy makers cautious on the next move. 

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Fed Watch: See You in September?

Is the Fed ready to pivot? Following a surprisingly soft July jobs report and historic downward revisions, Kevin Flanagan breaks down why a September rate cut may be back on the table in this week’s episode of Basis Points. Tune in as he explores the shifting labor market, key inflation data to watch and how fixed income investors can position portfolios with short-duration strategies. 

Basis point: 1/100th of 1 percent. 

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Is a September Rate Cut Now in Play?

Following the softer than expected July jobs report, the money and bond markets have fully embraced the narrative that a Fed rate cut will be coming at the September FOMC meeting. In this episode, Kevin Flanagan gives his thoughts on the Treasury yield curves to watch and where they may be headed in the months ahead. 

Basis point: 1/100th of 1 percent.

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Basis Points: Steeper Curves Ahead

What’s really happening inside the Fed? This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan breaks down recent headlines around Chair Powell’s future, board reshuffling, and what it all could mean for upcoming policy decisions. With a rate cut in play, Kevin offers perspective on how the Fed operates, what could shape the next FOMC outcome, and why the data still leads the way.

Fed Watch: Independence & Filtering Out the Noise

How low can yields go and what comes next? This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan unpacks the latest jobs report and what it signals for the Fed’s next move. With signs of labor market cooling, Kevin discusses the path ahead for Treasury yields and how a measured rate cut cycle could support a more stable, constructive environment for fixed income investors. 

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Treasury Yields: How Low Can We Go?

As was widely expected, the Fed implemented a 25-basis-point rate cut at today's FOMC meeting, bringing the new Fed Funds trading range down to 4%–4.25%. This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan explains why the Fed’s next steps may hinge on how job growth evolves and whether inflation keeps creeping above target.  

Basis point: 1/100th of 1 percent. 
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Fed Watch: Will It Be Déjà vu All Over Again?

Where should fixed income investors look now that the Fed has resumed rate cuts? In this episode of Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan explains why Treasury Floating Rate Notes continue to stand out as a compelling option in today’s shifting interest rate landscape. Listen now for perspective on positioning portfolios in a lower-rate environment and why flexibility matters more than ever. Basis point: 1/100th of 1 percent. Please see the WisdomTree Glossary for additional definitions of terms and/or indexes: https://www.wisdomtree.com/investments/glossary

Treasury FRNs Remain a Cornerstone Bond Strategy

With the government shutdown now stretching into its second week, key data releases have been delayed and uncertainty is rising. In this week’s episode of Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan shares how investors should interpret the lack of new economic data, and why the current backdrop differs from shutdowns of the past. Listen now for perspective on rates, risks, and what could come next. 
 
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ISM Services PMI: The ISM Services PMI (formerly the ISM Non-Manufacturing Index) provides a detailed look at the economy from a non-manufacturing standpoint.

Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI): An indicator of the economic health of the manufacturing sector. The PMI is based on five major indicators: new orders, inventory levels, production, supplier deliveries and the employmentenvironment. A reading above 50 indicates an expansion of the manufacturing sector compared to the previous month; below 50 represents a contraction while 50 indicates no change.




‘Flying Blind’ in the Shutdown?

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Investing involves risks including loss of principal. This material represents the opinions of the participants at a specific time and is not intended to forecast future events or guarantee future results and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Kevin Flanagan is a registered rep of Foreside Fund Services, LLC.

A Nice Dose of: Don't Fight the Fed

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