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The One AI Chart That Completely Reshaped My Portfolio
AI has taken the market by storm. Its implications for the economy are already being felt in a major way.
2025 a "Year of Two Halves" for Markets
The first half was a story of volatility driven by tariffs, while fears of an economic downturn and monetary policy are the most recent concerns facing investors according to Shana Sissel of Banríon C...
The Fed's biggest decision this week could have nothing to do with interest rates
The stock market finished on the cusp of record highs on Friday, led higher as the odds of another Federal Reserve rate cut looked like a foregone conclusion.
This week's Fed meeting will highlight the central bank's challenge: Preventing a recession while tackling inflation
The Fed is widely expected to cut interest rates for the third meeting in a row when it meets this week.
What Moved Markets This Week
Wall Street kicked off December with a volatile first week of trading. The three major averages saw range-bound moves in each session but eventually ended up positive for the week on Friday, in a patt...
The Biggest Market Surprise Of The 2020s Is Potentially Still Ahead
AI-driven disruption is accelerating, threatening even dominant innovators and requiring new portfolio strategies for resilience. I see three resilient investment buckets: "New railroads" (utilities/i...
Weekly Commentary: $12 TN And Counting
Money Market Fund Assets surged $132 billion last week to a record $7.654 TN - the largest increase since the week ended April 1, 2020 (massive covid-related QE). Global finance is in the throes of hi...
U.S. Equities: I Want To Put All My Eggs In This Basket
U.S. equities earn a 'cautious buy' rating, reflecting structural optimism but near-term valuation concerns. U.S. markets offer exceptional long-term compounding due to innovation, robust institutions...
AI Stocks Are a Bet on the Future. Markets Are Ignoring the Now.
Most AI winners have traded on hopes for the far-flung future during this bull market.
Markets Cool In November: Real Estate Takes The Lead
November 2025 saw modest movements across most asset classes, with U.S. real estate staging a notable comeback. Most asset classes posted small positive returns for the month.
Why Tech's Comeback And A 'Hawkish' Fed Could Change Everything
After Monday's crypto-driven selloff, mega-cap technology rebounded strongly midweek, led by NVIDIA, Apple, Microsoft, and Intel, with earnings beats and AI-driven initiatives supporting the rally. Ma...
‘TOO SOON'?: Market strategist argues what investors should be ‘CAREFUL' about in tech stocks
Franklin Templeton chief market strategist Stephen Dover assesses buying opportunities in the stock market, shares his 2026 outlook and more on ‘The Claman Countdown.'
‘SUPERB ECONOMIST': Could Kevin Hassett be the next Fed chair?
Former Federal Reserve board nominee Judy Shelton discusses the state of the economy and mulls whether the Federal Reserve will cut rates on ‘Maria Bartiromo's Wall Street.'
Get Your Santa Claus Rally Caps On. Then Prepare for a Comedown.
Since 1950, the last two weeks of December have been the best weeks for stocks on the calendar, averaging a 1.4% return.
4 Questions For The AI 'True Believers'
The AI narrative, which has driven most equity gains over the past three years, continues to hold up despite mounting questions around a potential AI bubble. Most investors believe this cycle will con...
Market will likely embrace Fed decision, says Bryn Mawr Trust's Andrew Davis
Andrew Davis, Bryn Mawr Trust Advisors SVP & Head of Macroeconomic Research, joins 'Fast Money' to talk the current state of play in teh market and how to position going into next year,
2 AI job trends and the labor market, what pizza orders reveal about the state of the US consumer
Asking for a Trend anchor, Josh Lipton breaks down the latest market moves for December 5, 2025. Upwork COO Anthony Kappas breaks down the company's latest monthly hiring report, which reveals two key...
The Fed is running into a wall of its own making
Charlie Garcia responds to readers concerned about their money and interest rates.
Friday's Final Takeaways: Retailer Stocks & China Tech Soars
Marley Kayden and Sam Vadas close out the trading week with a glimpse into some unsung stories in U.S. and international markets. They talk about the climb in domestic retail stocks and Chinese tech f...
All eyes on a potential year-end market rally
Aquinas Wealth Advisors President and CEO Chris McMahon discusses the potential for a year-end market rally, citing the end of quantitative tightening and future rate cuts on ‘Making Money.'
Investors Look Ahead to Rate Cuts, Lifting Stocks Near Records
Rate-sensitive stocks, including airlines and truckers, jumped this week.
Treasury market logs worst weekly rout since April, in a bad sign for borrowers
Longer-dated U.S. government debt sold off sharply this week, a bad sign for anyone looking for a reprieve from higher borrowing costs.
Who will be the next Fed Chair? Check out these 5 people on Trump's shortlist
There are five candidates being considered for the next Federal Reserve chair when Jerome Powell's term ends in May 2026, according to a shortlist kept by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The list in...
Fed shouldn't cut rates next week, says Apollo Global's Torsten Slok
Torsten Slok, Apollo Global chief economist, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss why the Federal Reserve should not cut rates next month.
There's trouble ahead for stocks and gold, according to these indicators
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Working-class struggles SURGE while Wall Street celebrates
'The Big Money Show' panel breaks down the widening economic divide and questions whether Americans are truly struggling or if media-driven fear is distorting the real data.
The Case For Rational Optimism In The AI Supercycle
Nvidia is positioned for sustained, logarithmic, AI-driven growth, not a dot-com-style collapse. Even under ultra-conservative scenarios, NVDA remains stable due to broad AI demand and resilient finan...
Stock market nears an all-time high
The U.S. stock market is flirting with its all-time high on Friday. The S&P 500 rose 0.1% and was on track earlier in the day to squeak past its record closing level, which was set in October. The Dow...
Future of the Federal Reserve, Finding Opportunity Within Credit | Real Yield 12/5/2025
"Bloomberg Real Yield" highlights the market-moving news you need to know. Today's guests: Charles Schwab Head of Fixed Income Research and Strategy Collin Martin, Wolfe Research Chief Economist Steph...
How Stock Markets Might React After The Federal Reserve's December Meeting
Markets anticipate a Fed rate cut, with CME FedWatch showing an 87.2% probability of a 25 bps reduction at the upcoming meeting. Small caps (IWM) and financials have outperformed, reflecting expectati...
Stocks Have Rebounded Ahead of the Fed Meeting—But the Market's Leaders Are Changing
The stock market may not be roaring into the most wonderful time of the year, but it is chugging along. Its next big test, however, is right around the corner.
Treasury Issuance Is Creating A Liquidity Storm Beneath The Market's Surface
Liquidity constraints persist, with elevated overnight funding rates and record Treasury holdings on primary dealer balance sheets. Fed reserve balances remain below $3 trillion, unlikely to rise unti...
PCE Report Says Inflation Isn't a Problem. The Bond Market Disagrees.
Wall Street is finding the challenge of parsing delayed economic data even more frustrating this week, with stock markets cheering a muted Friday inflation report and bond investors dumping Treasuries...
Weekly Market Update – Week of December 5
Japan's bond stress is becoming a global liquidity test, and for crypto too This week's macro narrative has been shaped by Japan. Volatility at the long end of the government bond curve intensified af...
Tokenized stocks offer new opportunities for investors, but carry unique risks
Issuers are aiming to democratize access to private markets through tokenized stocks, but investing in the emerging asset class can expose traders to certain risks, experts told CNBC. With tokenized e...
Week Ahead for FX, Bonds: Fed Expected to Cut Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve's decision will take center stage in the coming week, with the central bank widely expected to cut interest rates after recent weak U.S. jobs data.
Torres And Hou Talk AI, Quant Analysis, And 2026 Markets
José Torres of Interactive Brokers and Steve Hou of Bloomberg Index Research break down the real drivers behind inflation, interest rate expectations, consumer behavior, quantitative analysis, and mor...
US Consumer Confidence Rises, Inflation Still a Worry
US consumer confidence rose in December for the first time in five months. The University of Michigan index climbed to 53.3 from 51 a month earlier.
2026 Market Outlook: How An AGI Breakthrough Could Fuel An Actual AI Bubble
Rapid AI progress (as shown in recent events, such as AI working out an unsolved math problem) suggests non-zero odds of meaningful Artificial-General-Intelligence-level breakthroughs as soon as 2026....
2026 Outlook: Pushing Limits
AI-driven investment, rising leverage and shifting market dynamics are reshaping the 2026 stock market outlook. As companies accelerate spending on data centers, chips and digital infrastructure, micr...
U.S. Risk & Japan Stock Moves: Yen Carry Trade Recaptures Attention
The Yen Carry Trade is back in the spotlight. @CharlesSchwab's Michelle Gibley explains what the hawkish commentary from the Bank of Japan means for global equities.
Fed Rate Cut Is Not a Lock This Month, Rieder Says
BlackRock CIO of Global Fixed Income Rick Rieder says a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next week is "not a lock." He speaks on "Bloomberg Open Interest.
Economic Confidence—Near Historic Lows—Improves For First Time Since July
Consumer sentiment—a monthly assessment of Americans' views on the economy—rose to 53.3 in December from 51 in November, which neared the all-time low set in 2022, a reading of the University of Michi...
Inflation Improved In September—But Remained High As Spending Slowed, Delayed Data Shows
The Fed's last policymaking meeting this year is scheduled for next week, amid rising expectations that officials will cut interest rates for a third time. Traders are pricing in 87% odds that rates w...
Fed's preferred inflation gauge gives Jerome Powell green light to cut rates after prices barely budge
Excluding the volatile food and energy categories, core prices rose 0.2% in September from August, the same as the previous month, accoring to a report that was delayed five weeks by the government sh...
Monthly index of consumer sentiment for December from the University of Michigan rose slightly versus November, but remained much lower than where it began the year
Monthly index of consumer sentiment from the University of Michigan rose slightly versus November, but remained much lower than where it began the year.
Here's the No. 1 way to protect your investment portfolio from market bubbles and FOMO
With the U.S. stock market priced for perfection and artificial-intelligence speculation driving a boom in tech-related stocks, many investors are asking if this is a stock-market bubble that could bu...
Fed's favored inflation gauge shows consumer prices remained elevated in September
The Commerce Department's delayed September PCE inflation report showed that inflation remained well above the Federal Reserve's 2% target ahead of a central bank decision next week.
Fed's Favored Inflation Gauge Shows Moderate September Trend
The Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation held below 3% in September, and indicated a moderate month-over-month increase in prices unlikely to block consideration of an interest-rate cut at...
Consumer spending points to strong third-quarter GDP. U.S. economy still has momentum.
Consumer spending rose again in September and likely foreshadows a robust pace of economic growth in the third quarter when the long-delayed report is released a few days before Christmas.
Preliminary Consumer Sentiment rises to 53.3 in December as inflation expectations ease
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Dow Jumps Over 150 Points; Victorias Secret Posts Upbeat Q3 Results
U.S. stocks traded higher this morning, with the Dow Jones index gaining more than 150 points on Friday.
Inflation didn't get any worse before government shutdown. Fed seen cutting rates again.
The rate of U.S. inflation stayed stuck close to 3% before the government shutdown, a long delayed report showed, adding a final piece of the puzzle before the Federal Reserve votes on whether to cut ...
Core inflation rate watched by Fed hit 2.8%, delayed September data shows, lower than expected
The delayed core personal consumption expenditures price index for September was expected to show a 2.9% annual increase.
S&P500 and Nasdaq 100: Strong Week for US Stocks as Investors Position for PCE Data
US stocks edge higher as the S&P500 nears records, with traders focused on inflation data and a key Fed decision that could shape short-term market sentiment.
When It Pays to Invest in Commodities
Stock-and-bond portfolios suffer when inflation spikes, but a commodities stake would cut risk and boost returns. And the cost would be minimal when inflation is low.
BIG NUMBER | 90%+ | December Rate Cut Seems All But Assured
With the federal government shutdown in the rearview mirror, an interest rate cut by the Fed next week is back on the menu. Expectations for a December rate cut plummeted over the last few weeks—from ...
Q3 Earnings Recap: Steady As She Goes
US large-cap earnings results remain strong, and small-caps improved for the second quarter in a row. Japan improved from last quarter; Europe's improvement was less consistent.
US stocks advance as S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow rally before high-stakes PCE reading
US stocks posted modest gains Friday as traders held their breath ahead of critical inflation data that could reshape the Fed's rate-cut calculus. The S&P 500 rose 0.3%, the Nasdaq Composite climbed 0...
As Americans shop for bargains, these discounters might fare best in the stock market
The stock market always looks ahead, and investors can see that even affluent Americans have been changing their shopping habits and trying harder to get better prices.
Market 2026 Outlook: Why Being Too Cautious On The S&P 500 Could Be The Real Risk
I'm bullish on the S&P 500, expecting solid returns through 2026 despite high valuations and persistent risks. SP500 profits and revenues continue to grow, supported by tech innovation, sector flexibi...
Trump-teased Fed pick Hassett: Fed must cut rates again as shutdown data shock hits
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett joins ‘Mornings with Maria' for a wide-ranging interview to break down the Fed's upcoming rate decision, the impact of the government shutdown on key d...
Don't Fight The Tape - Buying The Bull Market's Second Act
The recent market correction created a compelling dip-buying opportunity, with insider buying and risk models signaling a favorable setup for continued upside. Morningstar now sees the overall market ...
Forget Friday, the Rest of December Is Full of Landmines for the Stock Market
Lots of questions, few real answers, but no volatility. It's weird out there.
Trump will discuss the inflation crisis next week in Philadelphia
President Donald Trump plans to travel to Pennsylvania on Tuesday to highlight his efforts to reduce inflation even as fears mount about a worsening job market and amid signs that Americans are still ...
Dovish Whispers And Market Roars
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The S&P 500 Outlook For 2026: Recessionary Bear Market With A Bubble Burst
The S&P500 is entering 2026 trading at a bubble-like valuation, while ADP is pointing to job losses. That suggests that investors can expect a recessionary bear market with a bubble burst in 2026, pos...
My 2026 Market Call: The Fed Shift I Don't Think Most Investors Are Ready For
Cyclical value stocks in transportation, housing, and energy remain my top focus, as I anticipate a pivotal upswing beginning in 2026. Despite weak recent PMI and ISM data, I see growing optimism for ...
5 Things To Know: December 5, 2025
CNBC's Andrew Ross Sorkin reports on the 5 things to know on December 5, 2025.
Wall Street moves to stop Trump from picking Kevin Hassett as next Fed chief — here's why
Trump clearly loves Hassett, a longtime loyalist who served as head of the Council of Economic Advisers in his first term.
A Wall Street legend has passed, but his '10 surprise' framework lives on. Manufacturing may be primed for a boom, this firm says.
U.K. research firm Variant Perception expects manufacturing outside of AI to pick up.
Global Stock Markets Mostly Rise Ahead of Key U.S. Inflation Data
Global markets were mostly higher, with the execption of Japan, ahead of the U.S. personal consumption expenditures price index, the Fed's preferred measure of inflation.
AI industry not in a bubble, but stocks could see correction, SK chief says
Artificial intelligence stocks could come under pressure after rising too fast and too much, but the industry is not in a bubble, the head of South Korean conglomerate that owns leading memory chipmak...
Markets in 3 Minutes: Markets Dovishly Await Fed Amid Hassett
Skylar Montgomery Koning, Guy Johnson and Anna Edwards break down today's key themes for analysis and investors on “The Opening Trade.” -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this vide...
Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Futures Lead Gains; Dollar Weakens
September reading of the Federal Reserve's favored inflation gauge is due this morning
Bond Market Sell-Off, WarnerBros Deal & a Metaverse Pivot
Global bond yields rise amid complicated pictures in the USA and Japan. Treasurys saw yields rise on stronger U.S. jobs data, while deepening expectations of a rate hike by the BOJ sees JGB prices fal...
Nasdaq Rises 50 Points Ahead Of Next Week's Interest-Rate Decision: Greed Index Remains In 'Fear' Zone
The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed some easing in the overall fear level, while the index remained in the “Fear” zone on Thursday.
Market Signals: December Global Equity Brief
Investors are showing renewed preference for companies with tangible earnings and cash flow. We see markets rewarding disciplined stock selection over thematic speculation.
The New Private-Equity Billionaires Who Are Taking Over Wall Street
Private-market institutions are taking over from old-line legacy banks. The names to watch—and the dangers to watch out for.
If we have an affordability crisis, why are people spending so much money?: Former Trump advisor
Former Trump advisor Steve Moore and Evenflow Macro managing partner Marc Sumerlin discuss the economy under the Trump administration, the affordability issue across the country and more on 'Kudlow.' ...
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick proposes giving each newborn $1K invested in stock market
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick proposed a state program to give every baby born in the Lone Star State $1,000 invested in the stock market, an idea modeled after a federal program.
Singapore Dollar Steady; Focus on Fed's Rate Decision
The Singapore dollar was steady against its U.S. counterpart in the Asian session, as market participants await the Fed's rate decision next week.
Review & Preview: Inflation Redux
Stocks held firm as investors await Friday's PCE data. Plus, billionaires are investing abroad.
Life After Mag 7
The market is rotating away from Mag 7 and AI, with rising credit spreads signaling increased skepticism about large tech and data center CapEx. Free cash flows at key tech names like ORCL and META ha...
As tech companies battle, Jim Cramer names other sectors to focus on
As volatility in the tech sector continues, CNBC's Jim Cramer encouraged investors to buy stocks in sectors that do well when the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates. "I'm not advocating the wholesale...
My Outlook For The Market In 2026: An Optimistic But Cautious Stance
I think a position in American equities is crucial, such as the S&P 500 Index and Nasdaq 100 Index, viewing them as structural long-term plays. Despite strong 2025 returns, I expect mid-single-digit S...
Job Cuts Climb as Labor Economy Workforce Trades Down
A trio of labor reports, spanning government, private sector data and PYMNTS Intelligence findings, shows that uncertainty is rising among hourly workers even as their spending continues.
Recent market weakness will lead to medium-term strength, says Morgan Stanley's Mike Wilson
Morgan Stanley's Mike Wilson joins the 'Fast Money' trader table to share his take on markets.
AI race's leadership changeup, options, and meme stocks: What investors need to know
Roundhill Investments CEO, Dave Mazza, joins Market Catalysts host Julie Hyman to discuss what's driving the changing sentiment surrounding the artificial intelligence (AI) trade. To watch more expert...
Stocks Mostly Flat as Bonds Slip Ahead of Fed Decision | Closing Bell
Comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the U.S. market close on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, David Gura, Carol Massar and Alexis Christoforous.
Kevin Hassett As Fed Chair: Bond Vigilantes Are Warning Us
Kevin Hassett is now the frontrunner (85% probability) to become the next Fed Chair, signaling a dovish shift in monetary policy. Hassett favors more rate cuts, aligning with the administration's pro-...
Why Pimco Ignored 'Sell America' Calls and Won Big
After President Donald Trump put punitive tariffs on products coming in from dozens of countries, there were many "Sell America" calls. But Pimco held onto it stakes in Treasuries and bought more.
Market Outlook For 2026: The Fourth Industrial Revolution Is Just Getting Started
The S&P 500 Index is poised for approximately 10% growth in 2026, driven by ongoing Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) tailwinds and sector rotation. Industry 4.0 technologies—AI, virtual reality, IOT...
Reasons for the bull market to continue in 2026, plus support for lawmaker stock trading ban grows
Market Domination Overtime anchor Josh Lipton breaks down the latest market moves for December 4, 2025. Truist chief investment officer and chief market strategist Keith Lerner breaks down his reasons...
Economic growth has slowed to unacceptable levels, says author Jim Paulsen
Jim Paulsen, Paulsen Perspectives author, and Charles Bobrinskoy, Ariel Investments vice chairman, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk the day's market action and the state of the U.S. economy.
US layoffs soar past 1.1M in 2025, highest level since the pandemic
November layoffs dropped 53% from last month but rose 24% yearly, pushing 2025 job cuts to levels not seen since COVID-19 pandemic struck the American workforce.
Thursday's Final Takeaways: WDB Bidding War, Crypto Wavers & Jobless Claims
When it comes to the stories largely missed on Thursday's trading action, Marley Kayden and Sam Vadas guide investors through the continuing Warner Bros. Discovery (WDB) bidding war, crypto's mulled t...
Dow Slips, Small Stocks Rally Amid Mixed Signals on Economy
Stock markets grappled with conflicting indicators about the state of the job market and consumer spending Thursday, finishing the session mixed, while global bond yields ticked higher with notable ri...
AI's rise stirs excitement, sparks job worries
The transformative effects of artificial intelligence dominated discussions at the Reuters NEXT conference in New York, with panelists concentrating on how it may upend work - and job growth - sideste...
AI skepticism, leaders and laggards, plus why bond investors are concerned about a Hassett-led Fed
AI skepticism, leaders and laggards, plus why bond investors are concerned about a Hassett-led Fed Market Domination anchor Josh Lipton breaks down the latest market moves for December 4, 2025. Argent...