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All Eyes On Emerging Markets
3/10, 2:30 PM

All Eyes On Emerging Markets

Strong recent returns and a long-term case for portfolio diversification Emerging market stocks were up sharply last year, and they're continuing to do well in 2026. This often underappreciated asset class could play an important role in portfolio diversification for goals-based investors.

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Market Flash – January 2026
3/10, 1:28 PM

Market Flash – January 2026

Executive Summary Global equity markets started off the year on solid footing despite mounting geopolitical concerns, ranging from talks of the U.S. annexing Greenland to unrest in Iran. That said, we did see performance dispersion across regions and style.

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Higher gasoline prices, volatile stocks, could hit both low- and high-income US consumers as war persists
3/10, 12:04 PM

Higher gasoline prices, volatile stocks, could hit both low- and high-income US consumers as war persists

Rising gasoline prices and a wobbly stock market are increasing the risk that the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran could hit hard among consumers across the economic spectrum in the United States, undercutting a key prop of economic growth that had been expected to surge this year on the basis of beefed-up income tax refunds, ​relatively low unemployment, and rising asset values.

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From HALO To AURA: The Next Rotation In AI Markets
3/10, 9:34 AM

From HALO To AURA: The Next Rotation In AI Markets

I focus on AURA (Assets Underestimated, Resilient & Agentic) companies, which are undervalued due to market overreaction to AI disruption fears. The HALO trade—favoring heavy, capital-intensive assets—has driven indiscriminate selling in software, despite many firms showing rising earnings and robust fundamentals.

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The Markets Are Forcing A Change In Course
3/10, 9:00 AM

The Markets Are Forcing A Change In Course

Oil prices are the key barometer for the Middle East conflict's market impact and its resolution. President Trump's pivot toward de-escalation triggered a sharp reversal in stocks, bonds, and oil prices.

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Dow Jones futures drop after conflicting Iran messages from White House
3/10, 8:48 AM

Dow Jones futures drop after conflicting Iran messages from White House

US futures were pointing to a softer open on Wall Street on Tuesday, as markets calibrated their reaction to comments from the US government about the Iran conflict.  Dow Jones and S&P 500 futures were down 0.3% and those for the Nasdaq slipped 0.2%, with larger gains earlier pared as fresh signals from Washington suggested the conflict with Iran is not yet over.

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Utilities Trade Focus On Quarterly Results For Long-Term Outlooks
3/10, 8:26 AM

Utilities Trade Focus On Quarterly Results For Long-Term Outlooks

As data center development fuels an unprecedented wave of large-load customer contracts, US electric utilities are emphasizing long-term spending and growth visibility over quarterly financial benchmarks. Avista and NorthWestern both project 4% to 6% long-term EPS, though NorthWestern expects that range to increase to 5% to 7% after its planned merger with Black Hills Corp. closes later in 2026.

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How $150 Oil Price Can Shake Global Markets
3/10, 8:21 AM

How $150 Oil Price Can Shake Global Markets

Brent crude reaching $150 simultaneously boosts production in the Western Hemisphere, accelerates alternative energy initiatives, and reduces demand in energy-intensive sectors and Emerging Market importers – ultimately paving the way for its own correction. Historical trends indicate that it corrects in one of two manners: within 60 days or over a span of 6 years.

Is A Potential 'Bear Stearns' Moment On The Horizon?
3/10, 5:00 AM

Is A Potential 'Bear Stearns' Moment On The Horizon?

Markets have been hit by several recent news events that point to a rapidly deteriorating credit market, particularly private credit. The current credit environment feels eerily similar to that of 2007, just before the Bear Stearns implosion in March 2008, which helped trigger the Great Financial Crisis.

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