Tom Lauricella, Morningstar Inc global markets editor, explains why the market reacted poorly to the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate outlook. The *Smart Investor *newsletter editor also discusses some of 2024’s biggest headlines such as inflation, the broader stock market rally, and new leadership in Washington.Why the Fed Scaled Back from Four Interest-Rate Cuts to Two for 20255
Did the Market Bounce Back After the Drop Following the Fed Rate Decision?
Why the Fed Isn’t Saying They Are Seeing a Stronger Economy in 2025
Will Trump’s Tariffs Cause Inflation to Rise?
Will the Market’s Momentum Continue into 2025?
High Yields in the Bond Market Are Benefitting Investors
Will the Trump Administration Boost Bitcoin’s Growth?
How Investor’s Should Approach Trump’s Second Term
5 Stories Investors Should Watch for in 2025
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