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MarketWatch Top Stories • 03/04/2026 • Limited Free

Economy gained strength despite winter storm Fern. ISM survey hits 3 1/3 year high.

The ISM survey's increase to a 3 1/3 year high indicates robust economic growth, driven by reduced tariff impacts and rising sales and new orders in F...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 02/27/2026 • Limited Free

Wholesale prices rise sharply, pointing to persistent inflation — but there’s some good news

The continued increase in wholesale prices indicates ongoing inflationary pressures, which could impact consumer costs and business expenses, although...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 02/23/2026 • Limited Free

The ‘Magnificent Seven’ is now the ‘Lag 7.’ How Big Tech’s slump is dragging down the S&P 500.

The recent decline in major technology stocks, known as the "Magnificent Seven," has significantly contributed to downward pressure on the S&P 500, im...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 02/20/2026 • Limited Free

The economy caught a chill from Winter Storm Fern and tariffs are a lingering problem, S&P finds

Winter Storm Fern and ongoing tariffs contributed to slower economic activity in February, affecting sales and prices, while executives remained cauti...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 02/20/2026 • Limited Free

GDP grew 2.2% in 2025. The economy might do even better this year.

The 2.2% GDP growth in 2025 reflects overall economic resilience despite a significant slowdown to 1.4% in Q4 due to a prolonged federal government sh...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 02/20/2026 • Limited Free

The economy just flashed a Goldilocks signal — and it’s been doing a lot of that lately

Recent U.S. economic data indicates balanced growth and stable conditions, which may support steady market performance and influence investment strate...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 02/13/2026 • Limited Free

Investors see hope in the economy despite AI fears igniting a turbulent week for markets

Strong job growth and lower inflation have provided some economic optimism, yet concerns over AI's potential impact on industries continue to create m...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 02/10/2026 • Limited Free

The U.S. bond market is suddenly flashing a warning sign about the economy

The U.S. bond market’s reaction to flat retail sales data suggests investors anticipate slower economic growth, which could lead to reduced interest r...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 02/10/2026 • Limited Free

Retail sales fizzled at the end of the holiday season, as tariffs alter Americans’ buying habits.

The slowdown in retail sales indicates potential weakening consumer demand, which could impact overall economic growth and reflect the influence of ta...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 02/05/2026 • Limited Free

Job openings sink to a postpandemic low. The economy is barely adding any new jobs.

The decline in job openings to an eight-year low highlights potential challenges for labor market growth and may impact overall economic recovery and...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 02/01/2026 • Limited Free

There’s now a bigger risk for stocks than the economy or corporate earnings

Recent geopolitical events have highlighted that market volatility and investment risks may increase independently of economic performance or company...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 01/30/2026 • Limited Free

Here’s what Kevin Warsh’s selection as Fed chair means for the economy, markets and you

Kevin Warsh’s appointment as Federal Reserve chair is expected to influence monetary policy decisions, potentially impacting interest rates, financial...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 01/27/2026 • Limited Free

Happy new year? Americans are in a foul mood despite a seemingly strong U.S. economy.

Despite strong economic indicators such as low unemployment, rapid growth, and rising stock market levels, many Americans remain pessimistic about the...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 01/25/2026 • Limited Free

Here’s what investors want even more than a Fed interest-rate cut this week

Investors are shifting their focus toward diverse market sectors rather than relying solely on potential Federal Reserve rate reductions, reflecting a...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 01/21/2026 • Limited Free

Here’s the secret to spending money with no regrets

Author Morgan Housel offers a practical approach to managing your finances that helps maintain stability and confidence in your spending, no matter ho...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 01/08/2026 • Limited Free

The Fed is facing these 5 powerful forces now boosting the economy and markets

Several economic factors, including shifting trade policies and advancements in artificial intelligence, are enhancing productivity and market activit...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 01/08/2026 • Limited Free

Even wealthy Americans are starting to worry more about their jobs

Recent surveys indicate that increasing concerns about employment stability among affluent individuals may result in reduced consumer expenditures, po...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/30/2025 • Limited Free

India is set to overtake Japan — and, yes, California — and become the world’s fourth-largest economy

India's rapidly expanding economy, with a predicted growth rate of 7.3% in 2025-26, positions it to surpass several leading economies and significantl...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/29/2025 • Limited Free

The Fed has gone into hibernation. Tuesday may bring clues to how long it might wait to emerge.

Federal Reserve policymakers remain uncertain about the balance between inflation and economic slowdown risks, which could influence the timing of fut...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/24/2025 • Limited Free

Rising prices and weight-loss drugs are changing the way we eat — and food companies are racing to keep up

Increasing costs and the growing popularity of appetite-suppressing medications are altering consumer habits, prompting food manufacturers to adapt th...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/24/2025 • Limited Free

Why Jerome Powell was right all along about interest rates, inflation and the economy

Jerome Powell’s approach to managing interest rates helped prevent runaway inflation and economic overheating, ultimately avoiding the need for additi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/23/2025 • Limited Free

Americans say the economy is lousy, but their spending habits say the economy is pretty good. What’s going on?

Despite concerns about tariffs, inflation, and employment challenges impacting economic perceptions in 2025, consumer spending patterns suggest a more...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/16/2025 • Limited Free

Fed’s Bostic expects no rate cuts in 2026 due to worries GOP tax bill might fuel inflation

Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic indicated that concerns about increased inflation from recent tax legislation are likely to keep interest rates s...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/13/2025 • Limited Free

Investors are dumping stock-market winners and buying almost everything else. Why that’s a good sign.

The recent shift in investor preferences away from high-performing stocks toward a broader range of assets indicates growing confidence in the overall...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/08/2025 • Limited Free

Firm that called 2025 nearly perfectly — until a moment of doubt — now has highest S&P 500 target on Wall Street

Oppenheimer projects strong growth for the S&P 500 in 2026, driven by continued economic expansion and robust corporate earnings, positioning it as a...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/06/2025 • Limited Free

If you’re this type of investor, get out of the stock market now

Investors with certain risk tolerances should consider adjusting their portfolios carefully based on their age, as current economic conditions suggest...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/05/2025 • Limited Free

Consumer spending points to strong GDP, but is momentum in the U.S. economy fading?

The increase in consumer expenditures during September suggests continued economic expansion, indicating a potentially healthy third-quarter GDP growt...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/04/2025 • Limited Free

Is anybody hiring? A weakening U.S. job market may push the Fed to cut rates again.

A slowing employment growth in the United States could influence the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates in an effort to support economic activity...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/03/2025 • Limited Free

Americans are unhappy with the economy. It’s no mystery why.

Despite strong stock market performance, low unemployment, and rising incomes outpacing inflation, many Americans continue to express dissatisfaction...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • 12/02/2025 • Limited Free

Everyone’s waiting for a rate cut. But the Fed has already made its big money move.

The Federal Reserve’s recent significant action has important implications for liquidity, potentially affecting money-market funds first if the econom...

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