Treasury curve viewpoint: Fed policy shifts bond risk
The Fed still controls the short end of the Treasury curve. Investors need to keep an eye on the ball further along the curve.
‘Ask how, ask why’: Finding a creative career in investments
We sat down with Tom Massey, evp and director of UMB Bank, n.a., Capital Markets Division, to discuss what brought him to UMB and how curiosity has shaped his career.
Balance sheet hedging strategies
Institutions face persistent margin compression and volatility, and natural balance sheet matching alone often falls short. Review these strategies to determine which works best for you.
Trade strategy review: Adjusting to meet 2026 market instability
Read how institutional investors and asset managers may need to update their 2026 plans to match the shifts on the global stage and in domestic markets.
Enhancing current expected credit losses (CECL) modeling and validation
Here, we cover best practices for financial institutions to prepare for CECL model validation and share insights we have gained.
Property tax reform provisions in Missouri Senate Bill 3
Do property tax reform provisions create uncertainty? Here’s an overview and considerations for municipalities during this uncertain time.
The OBBBA earnings test for higher education: Questions university finance leaders are grappling with
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is affecting universities through the program-level earnings test. Learn about the impacts to higher education.
Anatomy of a municipal bond issuance
A municipal bond allows local governments to raise funds for public projects. Learn more about what they are and how they strengthen communities.
The late 2020s: Employment, inflation, and GDP send conflicting signals
As we prepare for the latter half of the 2020s, we’re keeping a close eye on conflicting signals from employment, inflation and gross domestic product (GDP).
Evaluating balance sheet and interest rate risk trends with peer group analysis
Here's how to review your balance sheet and interest rate risk trends to see how your balance sheet measures up against your peers.
