Nicholas Dare - Thrivent

Thrivent’s investment leaders agree—the first half of 2025 was a little like a rollercoaster. Hear their thoughts for how shifting tariffs, policies and geopolitics may influence future volatility, inflation, interest rates and more.

Thrivent Market & Economic update Gain insights from Thrivent investment leaders on the latest economic trends and market performance.

The mixed economic data of May highlighted our economy is still slowing. Read Thrivent Asset Management's thoughts on how our outlook has changed in the June market update.

June 2025 Market Update: Confidence rebounds Markets showed signs of optimism in May following pauses in planned tariffs.

Uncertainty around economic and trade policies is weighing on confidence for both individuals and businesses. Read more from Thrivent's Chief Investment Strategist on current volatility and other market conditions.

Market uncertainty: Tariffs and economic policy drive volatility It can be difficult for markets to assess the impact of tariffs because they can be added or removed quickly, and there isn’t always insight into what’s coming next.

The stress of higher interest rates is beginning to take its toll on the economy. Under these conditions, bonds have become increasingly attractive. Read Thrivent's 4th Quarter 2023 Outlook for more.

4th Quarter 2023 Market Outlook: Entering the turn The Fed intends to keep interest rates higher for longer, and that stress of higher interest rates is beginning to take its toll on the economy.