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As the markets turn.
Last week, investors breathed a sigh of relief when the latest price data showed core inflation, which excludes volatile food and
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Bond yields are rising—and they have investors’ attention.
Last year, the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) lowered the federal funds rate by one
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Hello, 2025!
As we head into a new year, it can be helpful to look back at the previous year—and 2024 was a doozy. Stocks in the United States
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Consumers were more optimistic. Investors were less so.
As we neared the end of 2024, U.S. consumers were feeling optimistic. Every month the
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But that’s not what I wanted!
Last week, markets were about as happy as a toddler opening a gift they didn’t like.
The first upsetting event followed
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How high can U.S. stocks fly?
The U.S. stock market has delivered exceptional performance over the past few years and remains on track to deliver
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U.S. stocks thrive amid turmoil.
The performance of the U.S. stock market is striking. Last week, the Standard & Poor’s (S&P) 500 closed at a record
Many people mistakenly believe they’ll never need skilled nursing care or that Medicare will fully cover it. This misconception arises from confusion between
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Not one, but two!
United States stock markets are serving another cup of cheer this year. The Standard & Poor’s (S&P) 500 Index returned more than
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The post-election rally resumed.
Investors shook off concerns about interest rates and inflation, and U.S. stocks climbed higher last week. The
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The United States stock market changed course.
Last week, the strength of the United States economy slowed investors’ roll. Federal Reserve (Fed)
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Stock markets celebrated the results of the presidential election. Bond markets were less enthusiastic.
Last week, United States stock markets rallied
