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Less Magnificent: Why Mega-Caps Limp Post-Results

Magnificent Seven stocks stumbled after Q4 earnings, continuing a trend and hurting the broad market. Reasons are varied and not likely ending soon, so investor focus is shifting.

Cascade: AI's Latest Phase

AI has evolved from concentrated innovation to increased adoption across industries, which has led to a considerable (and somewhat swift) shift in stock market leadership.

Jobs Data, Fed Patience & AI's Next Market Shock

Liz Ann Sonders and Kathy Jones analyze the latest employment numbers and explore how AI driven headlines are fueling sharp, short term market rotations, particularly in financials.

Markets and Economy

Where Should the Fed Set Rates? Ask Taylor

As Trump and Powell argue over rates, the Taylor rule uses data to suggest where rates should be. But some argue this is an outdated way to set policy.

Bonds

Fixed Income Market: Anchor in a Stormy Sea

While occasional bouts of volatility are likely, we expect the fixed income markets to provide ballast for portfolios and are likely to deliver solid returns in 2026.

International

Geopolitical Risk is Evolving: What You Should Know

Weakening global ties may lead to economic disruption and lasting investment implications. Here's what investors should know about navigating the changing landscape.

Breadth Is Back: What's Powering Markets Beneath the Surface (With Dennis DeBusschere)

Dennis DeBusschere joins Liz Ann Sonders to discuss why strong post‑COVID productivity, a weaker dollar, and evolving AI dynamics are reshaping macro trends.

A Touch of Grey During Earnings Season So Far

Earnings results are shaping up to be quite solid this season, albeit a bit weaker relative to prior quarters when it comes to beat rates and price reactions.

Company Earnings

Q4 Tech Earnings Preview: The Great Divergence

Info tech earnings continue with Nvidia and Alphabet on deck. Surging memory stocks, beleaguered software industry in focus as investors probe for signs of an AI inflection point.

Don’t Let Headline Drama Disrupt Your Portfolio

Headlines are meant to grab attention, not to provide investing advice. So how can you separate urgency from noise in order to make strategic decisions for your portfolio?

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