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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Keith Speights

Trump's Fed Control Push Echoes Nixon Era as Investors Brace for Bear Market Risk

Trump's push to control Federal Reserve decisions mirrors Nixon's 1972 influence on Fed Chair Arthur Burns, a precedent that preceded 48% market decline and inflation surge.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Jeremy Bowman

Small Caps Rally Despite Iran Crisis: Russell 2000 Hits Record High

Russell 2000 hits all-time high despite Iran tensions as investors rotate to cheaper small-caps on rate-cut expectations and 40% valuation discount versus S&P 500.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Piero Cingari

U.S. Stocks Hit Records as Hormuz Reopens, Oil Plunges 10%

U.S. equity markets reached all-time highs Friday after Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz. Crude oil crashed over 10%, benefiting airlines while pressuring energy stocks.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Ryan Hasson

Homebuilders Gain Momentum Amid Rate Cut Expectations and Housing Shortage

Homebuilders surge 17% YTD amid rate cut expectations and housing shortage. PulteGroup gains 21.5%, signaling strong investor confidence in the residential construction sector.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Leo Sun

Leveraged Financial ETF Attracts Traders Ahead of Fed Policy Signals

Traders are buying the 3x leveraged financial ETF (FAS) anticipating Fed rate cuts, but advisors warn leveraged funds suit short-term trading only due to amplified losses and recompounding risks.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Jaachi Mbachu, Aci

Inflation Moderates to 2.4% in January, Signaling Potential Fed Rate Relief

January inflation fell to 2.4%, the lowest since May 2025, driven by declining shelter costs. Markets now expect potential Fed rate cuts as early as June 2026.
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BenzingaBenzinga··Piero Cingari

Market Rally Broadens as Inflation Data Bolsters Rate-Cut Outlook

U.S. markets rally on softer inflation data boosting rate-cut expectations. Small-cap stocks, commodities, and growth sectors lead as investors bet on lower borrowing costs ahead.
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