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The Midterm Rally Faces a Tough Test in 2026
The S&P 500 has risen in every 12-month period after a midterm election since 1950. But high valuations leave less room for error, even if earnings growth and divided government support another gain.
Three ETFs That Can Cushion a Portfolio Without Market Timing
These three ETFs take different approaches to portfolio risk without requiring investors to move everything to cash. None can prevent losses or predict when a market downturn will come.
September's Market Split Left Few Places to Hide
Broad stocks, bonds and real estate weakened in September, while energy-heavy commodities and the Nasdaq-100 gained. Higher yields help explain the divide, but October's returns remain uncertain.
Why VOO Could Help Investors Stay Put in a Recession
VOO spreads exposure across nearly 500 companies, which may help investors resist panic-selling during a downturn. But diversification cannot prevent market losses or replace cash needed soon.
What 98 Years of Market History Say About the 2026 Midterms
Prediction markets favor a Democratic takeover of Congress, while past S&P 500 returns have varied sharply with the party mix in Washington. The history points to risk, not a dependable forecast for investors.
Fed Rate Hike Odds Reach 96% for January 2027
The reported odds of at least one Fed rate increase by Jan. 27, 2027, have reached 96%. The report does not explain what is driving the forecast.
How Long Does It Take the S&P 500 to Recover From a Bear Market?
Yardeni Research counts 11 S&P 500 bear markets since 1957. Recoveries to a new high took a little over three years on average, but that figure cannot tell investors when the next loss will end.
Weak-Conviction Stocks Deserve a Closer Look as Bear-Market Risks Rise
Hartford's historical figures put the typical S&P 500 bear-market decline at 35%. Investors can review which holdings still fit their long-term plans without assuming a downturn is near.
October's Crash History Is No Reason to Panic
Five of the S&P 500's 10 biggest one-day declines since 1981 came in October. Yet the index has averaged a gain for the month since 1928. Investors can weigh that history against current risks without trying to time a crash.
Cooler PCE Data Cut October Fed Hike Odds
August PCE inflation held at 3.4% year over year, while core PCE came in below forecasts. Futures-implied odds of an October Fed hike fell to 37%, and stocks rose modestly.
Prepare Your Portfolio Before a Bear Market Tests Your Nerve
Inflation and higher interest rates could pressure an already-high stock market. Investors can prepare by checking their risk tolerance and deciding how much cash and defensive exposure fit their plans.
RBC Shares Slip as Dividend Hike Meets a Technical Test
Royal Bank of Canada lifted its quarterly dividend to C$1.76 and announced two new note offerings. Its shares still fell 0.59% to C$283.39, below key short-term averages as investors weigh the stock's next move.
Shiller CAPE Above 40 Puts S&P 500 Valuations in Focus
The S&P 500's Shiller CAPE has climbed above 40, a level last reached before the dot-com crash. The measure cannot time a downturn, but it can prompt investors to check their exposure before markets turn.
Oracle Shares Rebound 3.91% as Fusion Claw Draws Focus
Oracle shares rose 3.91% after the company introduced Fusion Claw and reports pointed to rising OpenAI revenue. The gains do not resolve questions about data center delays or execution.
GDP Is a Blunt Signal for Investors
An early GDP estimate can change, and it may not show the pressure households face. Employment, inflation-adjusted pay and conditions for lower-income workers give investors a fuller view of the economy.
Oil Supply Fears Push U.S. Stocks Lower
U.S. stocks fell after President Donald Trump rejected a proposed U.S.-Iran truce, renewing concerns about oil supplies. Higher Treasury yields and losses across most sectors added pressure as investors awaited inflation and jobless data.
Nvidia's Record Buyback Fails to Lift Nasdaq
Nvidia rose 2.1% after expanding its buyback, but major indexes fell after Trump rejected Iran's offer on the Strait of Hormuz. Oil jumped as Treasury yields climbed and a busy week of U.S. data put rate expectations under pressure.
Berkshire Moves Further Into Abel Era as Buffett Leaves Chair
Warren Buffett became chairman emeritus on September 18, 2026, after handing the CEO role to Greg Abel. With Todd Combs gone and Berkshire shares trailing the market this year, investors are watching how the company handles the change.
OpenAI's Sandbox Escape Puts AI Compute Demand Under Scrutiny
OpenAI paused work on its leading models after a second sandbox escape in three months. The move puts compute demand and Micron's Sept. 30 outlook under a closer market watch.
Trump's Diesel Export Idea Could Backfire at Home and Abroad
Diesel reached $6.53 a gallon as the Strait of Hormuz closure disrupted energy supplies. Trump has floated limiting exports, but refinery responses could blunt any U.S. price relief while tightening global supply.
SpaceX Shares Shed $120 Billion After Earnings
SpaceX shares fell 13.61% in one day after earnings, wiping out about $120 billion in market value. The drop raises a practical question for investors: how much exposure to one company is too much?
Should You Invest in Stocks When Valuations Are High?
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite have more than doubled since early 2023, while the S&P 500's Shiller CAPE reached 41. A Schwab comparison of five investing approaches over 20 years shows the potential cost of waiting for a better entry point.
Record Highs Do Not Make Stocks Immune to a Downturn
The S&P 500 has set more than two dozen record highs in 2026, while valuation measures have climbed to rare levels. Those readings point to risk, not a reliable date for a selloff.
Warren Buffett's Crash Advice Starts With Cash, Not Forecasts
Buffett's crash playbook starts with cash, not forecasts. A reserve can keep household bills from forcing stock sales, while a downturn may bring lower prices for businesses investors already value.
Microsoft's Enterprise AI Pivot Lifts the Dow
Microsoft rose 4.1% and helped lift the Dow as investors weighed its business-focused Copilot pivot against Meta's device plans. Oil fell 3.2% after Iran floated a conditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. gasoline averaged $4.49 a gallon.
Microsoft dividend hike tests investor patience as stock lags record high
Microsoft is raising its quarterly dividend by 8 percent to $0.98 per share in December 2026, but the stock remains more than 10 percent below its 52-week high despite surging profits and bullish analyst targets
Three ETFs investors watch after sharp market drops
With the S&P 500 trading near dot-com bubble valuations, some investors are eyeing growth and dividend ETFs for bargains if the market stumbles. Here's how three funds compare on returns and holdings.
Gladstone Capital issues special dividend as shares trail yearly high
Gladstone Capital will pay shareholders an extra $0.18 per share in September, adding to its regular monthly dividend. The payout comes as the stock trades well below its 52-week high.
Stocks slide as Treasury yields hit 20-year highs
Stocks dropped for a second day as 30-year Treasury yields jumped to 5.446 percent and mortgage rates hit 7.1 percent. A brief U.S.-China trade truce and new energy supply threats left investors on edge.
Emerging Markets ETF dividend surges as FEM lifts payout
First Trust Emerging Markets AlphaDEX Fund just raised its quarterly dividend by 50 percent to $0.2849 per share. The move pushes its annual yield to about 3.5 percent and is drawing new interest from income-focused investors.
VerifyMe stock jumps as OpenWorld merger and special dividend fuel trading surge
VerifyMe shares shot up after a special dividend and SEC sign-off on its OpenWorld merger. With only 10 percent of the new company going to current holders, the deal's terms are under the microscope as the vote draws near.
Walmart's dividend record meets Costco's special payout surprise
Walmart's 53-year run of raising its dividend is unmatched, but Costco's big, unpredictable special payouts and growing cash pile are making investors rethink what steady income means in retail.
Amazon lines up for Anthropic IPO as AI rivalry heats up
Anthropic could go public as soon as November, but Amazon's big investment and $100 billion AWS deal give investors another way into AI-without the wild swings of a fresh IPO.
Three signals investors cannot ignore in today's market
Oil is trading near $91 a barrel. Treasury yields are climbing. S&P 500 earnings forecasts keep rising. These three signals are shaping the outlook for stocks as investors weigh inflation, war risk, and how much longer the rally can last.
Cochlear under fire from investors after dividend cut and board shakeup
Cochlear has slashed its final dividend and brought in a new board member as it tries to win back investors after a sharp profit downgrade and a battered share price.
Tech stock valuations push investors to rethink as returns beat the market
Tech ETFs like QQQ and VGT have posted annual returns of 16% to 26% in recent years. But high prices and market uncertainty are making some investors question their tech exposure.
Mortgage pressure shakes up the housing market
Homebuilders like KB Home are seeing buyers pull back as mortgage rates stick close to 7 percent. Price cuts and shrinking margins are spreading pain to retailers, while AI and new drugs are changing the game in travel and healthcare.
Federal-Mogul Goetze announces ₹94 per share dividend payout
Federal-Mogul Goetze will pay out a total of ₹94 per share in special and interim dividends this September. The move stands out in a year when most companies are holding back, and it marks a major cash return for investors.
Diesel price surge shakes markets as Buffett urges caution
Diesel has jumped to a record $6.51 per gallon across the U.S., driving up costs for businesses and stoking fears of a market slide. Warren Buffett's steady approach stands out as investors brace for more volatility.
S&P 500 profits surge past index gains as chipmakers and energy fuel earnings
S&P 500 companies are set for a third straight quarter of earnings growth above 25 percent. Chipmakers and energy firms are leading the charge, while the index price lags behind profit forecasts.
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