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US stock market concentration has surpassed its 1930s peak. Should investors worry?
A historically concentrated market isn’t necessarily bad, but it does pose risks.
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From the desk of the CIO: Disruption in the age of AI
Why Morningstar’s moat framework holds in the new age of AI.
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Don’t overreact: Tariffs overturned, but fundamentals still rule
The Supreme Court strikes down the president’s use of IEEPA to implement tariffs.
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US markets brief: The AI loser trade, and what’s driving it
Plus: Equal-weighted indexes’ time in the sun, Q4 GDP, and what to watch as big retailers report earnings.
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Could tariffs go still higher despite the Supreme Court ruling?
The Trump administration has other ways to keep tariffs high—if the president has the patience for the bureaucracy involved.
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Why a ‘k-shaped’ economy means more risk for stock investors
Analysts say a stumble in the stock market could spell trouble for consumer spending and economic growth. That makes for a fragile balance.
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Market Minute: Japanese markets react strongly; AI uncertainty expected
Japanese Prime Minister Sane Takaichi receives a resounding vote of confidence. In Australia, CommBank earnings jump nearly 7%, and the dollar rises over 71 US cents.
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Market Index Performance | January 2026
Our monthly update detailing the short- and long-term performance of major indices.
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Gold is on sale. Should you buy?
Even with its recent dip, gold’s run looks impressive, but decades of data show why performance-chasing can undermine long-term returns.
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Market Minute: Volatility remains, first rate hike since 2023
Stock markets saw volatility this week, particularly in technology stocks. At home, an expected cash rate increase has pushed the Aussie dollar above 70 cents.
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What to know about the software selloff
AI fears sparked major losses this week. Is the market overreacting?
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US stock market outlook: Where we see investing opportunities in February
Greatest fair value increases include late-cycle tech stocks.
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Why are gold and silver plunging?
The two precious metals wiped out $7 trillion in a single day’s perfect storm.
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What Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair could mean for US interest rates
Warsh has criticized Powell and advocated for lower interest rates, but analysts are comfortable with his nomination.
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Market Minute: Will geopolitical uncertainty set the tone for 2026?
U.S. intervention in Venezuela and its ongoing proposal to acquire Greenland have seen the year start with geopolitical uncertainty. In Australia, inflation remains elevated, with expectations of a rate cut dwindling.
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