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Why portfolio managers are whispering about inflation worries in 2026
A mix of soaring metals prices, geopolitical risks and threats to the Federal Reserve's independence is raising the possibility that inflation may push higher than expected in 2026, upsetting traders' expectations for stable to lower prices.
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This Bull Run Looks Tired: If SPY Breaks Below $685, A Big Correction May Be Next
I am increasingly worried about a near-term double-digit correction in the broader markets. Charts aside, fundamentals are intact.
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Memory Bottleneck Hits Hardware Maker Stocks
The rising costs of memory and storage components are putting pressure on the stocks of hardware makers. Ipek Ozkardeskaya, senior analyst at Swissquote, joins Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Tech.
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Income ETFs Have Starred for Investors: What's Their 2026 Outlook?
Investors have flocked to the evolving income ETFs space in recent years. The arrival of the ETF rule in 2019 helped launch countless new and intriguing ETF offerings aimed at adding income to investor portfolios.
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SCOTUS tariff setback may lift markets, but alternative tariff tools loom: PIMCO
PIMCO's Libby Cantrill argues that Trump's conviction that tariffs are ‘working' explains why the administration will turn to other tools; viewing tariffs as a ‘destination', not merely a ‘means to an end'.
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US, Taiwan come to $250B 'America First' tariff deal over semiconductors
Taiwan and the United States came to an agreement on tariffs for semiconductors on Thursday, capping reciprocal tariffs at 15%.
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Exclusive: IMF's Georgieva says central bank independence critical, backs Powell
International Monetary Fund chief Kristalina Georgieva on Thursday underscored the importance of keeping central banks independent and threw her support behind beleaguered Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, who is facing a Trump administration investigation for renovation cost overruns.
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Good time for Fed to wait and see as economy is running hot: Former Fed president Dennis Lockhart
Dennis Lockhart, former Atlanta Fed president, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss appropriate Fed policy for today's economy, if GDP can grow 5% and much more.
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Taiwan Pledges $250 Billion in U.S. Spending in Exchange for Lower Tariffs
Under the agreement, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing will add new factories to its cluster in Arizona as part of a $250 billion investment in the U.S., the Commerce Department said.
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US, Taiwan Reach Deal to Cut Tariffs, Boost Chip Investment
The US and Taiwan agreed to a trade agreement that would lower tariffs on goods from Taiwan to 15%. Taiwanese semiconductor companies will also invest more in US operations.
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Fed's basically nailed the soft landing from inflation, says Roth Capital's Michael Darda
Michael Darda, Roth Capital Partners chief economist, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the state of the economy, what the data shows and much more.
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Still neutral on small caps despite recent rally, says Raymond James CIO Larry Adam
Larry Adam, Raymond James CIO, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss if the rally in small cap stocks is here to stay, the rally thus far in equities overall and much more.
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KC Fed's Schmid: Cutting rates won't provide much benefit for jobs
CNBC's Steve Liesman reports on news regarding the Federal Reserve.
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Market success will be much broader than it was last year, says BofA's Jared Woodard
Jared Woodard, BofA Securities Investment Committee, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss Woodard's thoughts on equity markets, if breadth appears like a catch-up trade and much more.
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Fed's Schmid Says Inflation Warrants Keeping Interest Rates Unchanged
Schmid, one of three dissenters in Federal Reserve's decision for quarter-point rate cut in December, said that with inflation above the Fed's 2% target for more than four years policymakers don't have room to be complacent.
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Can Stocks Keep Rising This Year? Here's the One Reason This Expert Says Yes
Can the S&P 500 post another year of double-digit returns? If it does, one market expert says, it'll earn it.
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In an interview, the Philly Fed's new president shows support for Jerome Powell and says rate cuts can wait
In her first interview with a national outlet since taking the job, Anna Paulson says the central bank chair has been “very effective.”
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Why The Gold Stock Rally Isn't Over Yet
Gold had a big year. The yellow metal surged from $2,600 per ounce to start the year to over $4,300 by the end of it for a 65% return.
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This mix of stocks and bonds delivered double-digit gains last year — yet too many investors dismiss it
Why we should sing the praises of the tried-and-true 60/40 stocks-bonds portfolio.
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History Is Flashing a Warning Sign for Stocks in 2026
Sam Stovall, Chief Investment Strategist at CFRA breaks down what history says could shake the market and how to position yourself amid potential volatility.
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