George Dines is the host of the podcast, "The Common Sense Millionaire": a podcast that gives listeners financial tips on how to be smarter from a financial and investment perspective.

George joins the show to give WURD listeners an update on how President Donald Trump's tariffs are currently affecting the economy. He also touches on the new leadership that is taking place within the Social Security Administration. 

George Dines | Reality Check w/ Tonya Pendleton - 5.12.25

The U.S. Treasury market had a volatile week, as Moody’s downgraded the U.S. credit rating and lawmakers advanced a major fiscal policy bill. This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan explains why investor attention has turned to long-duration debt and what it signals about concerns over deficits and debt sustainability.

Basis Points: 1/100th of 1 percent. 

Please see the WisdomTree Glossary for Definitions of terms and indexes: https://www.wisdomtree.com/glossary

A Global Aversion for Long Duration

On top of all the geopolitical headlines the money and bond markets have had to contend with of late, there has been another news story which has recently garnered its own fair share of headlines: a new Fed Chair. This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan gives his take on the conjecturing happening related to this possibility.

Will the Next Fed Chair Lurk in the ‘Shadows’?

The WisdomTree Yield Enhanced U.S. Aggregate Bond Fund (AGGY) has a decade under its belt, and a performance edge to show for it. This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan shows how this core bond ETF outpaced the Agg by +1.6% over 10 years, proving its staying power across market cycles. 

Basis Point: 1/100th of 1 percent.  

Please see the WisdomTree Glossary for Definitions of terms and indexes: https://www.wisdomtree.com/glossary 

A Core Fixed Income Solution That is Built to Last

From tariffs and tech to local protests and market stimulus, this week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren cuts through the noise. She offers a grounded take on China’s economic positioning, domestic sentiment, and how investors should interpret the latest U.S.-China trade dynamics.

China Beyond the Headlines

From rare earth leverage to Nvidia chip scrutiny and stalled trade talks, tensions between the U.S. and China remain high. This week on China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren unpacks the delicate power dynamics shaping today’s negotiations, what’s driving policy hesitation on both sides, and how social and economic pressures are playing out on the ground in China. 

Please see the WisdomTree Glossary for Definitions of terms and indexes: https://www.wisdomtree.com/glossary

U.S.-China Relations: Chips, Tariffs and Tensions

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. 
Please see the WisdomTree Glossary for additional definitions of terms and/or indexes: https://www.wisdomtree.com/investments/glossary

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

Who’s next to lead the Fed? This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan discusses the five candidates reportedly on the shortlist to succeed Chair Powell and what each pick could signal for monetary policy, rate changes and market confidence. Listen now to hear what may be on the horizon as the nomination process heats up.
Basis point: 1/100th of 1 percent.

Narrowing the Short List for Fed Chair

What if the labor market is turning a corner? This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan discusses the “other side of the trade” asking whether the Fed and bond market may be underestimating the strength of the jobs picture. With recent Fed commentary focused on labor market risk, Kevin considers the possibility that we’ve already seen the softest prints and how that could shape the path forward for rates and investor expectations. 

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

What If: The Other Side of the Trade

Macro commentary and expert-led discussions highlight what’s happening now in fixed income investing, so you can prepare for what’s next.

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.

WURD Radio is the only African-American owned and operated talk radio station in Pennsylvania, and one of few in the country. Taking a multimedia approach – on-air, online and in the community – WURD is widely recognized as the pulse of the African-American community locally, regionally, and nationally. From mayoral races to presidential elections, from the street corner to the corner suite, WURD has tackled the hard issues as an influential, respected and powerful voice in the marketplace.

Welcome to the China of Tomorrow podcast, hosted by WisdomTree's Director of Modern Alpha, Liqian Ren. Tune-in now to discover our on-the-ground insights and high level analysis on emerging markets from China to India and Beyond.

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. Liquian Ren is a registered rep of Foreside Fund Services, LLC.

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