Markets

Artificial intelligence is reshaping work, but broad labor data still doesn’t show economy-wide job losses. Here’s what economic indicators reveal, what they miss and which signals to watch next.

The question isn’t when the Federal Reserve moves – it’s how far. With modest hikes largely priced in, financial markets are poised to weather the repricing.

Midterm election years can bring market volatility and uncertainty. Learn what history suggests, why headlines move markets and what long-term investors can do to stay on track.

Reports say Fed Chair Kevin Warsh is considering fewer FOMC meetings. Here’s what that could mean for Fed communication, market volatility and investor portfolios.

International stock market performance has diverged in 2026. See how Europe, China, India and Japan are tracking – and why rates, sector concentration and currency moves can change results for U.S. investors.

A rare shift is underway as semiconductor and hyperscaler stocks rally together, reflecting a broadening belief in AI’s commercial viability and multiyear growth prospects.

Corporate earnings are strong in 2026, but guidance, margins and AI spending will shape what comes next. See our midyear scorecard and some things to watch for in Q3.

A 0.25-percentage-point hike is now expected at the September Fed meeting as Iran-related supply shocks keep energy costs high and markets question the Fed’s inflation credibility.