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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Trump’s IRS pick may have a DOGE problem on his hands

Billy Long’s appointment to the IRS highlights potential financial challenges related to cryptocurrency oversight, as improving service and data security becomes crucial amid conce...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Palo Alto Networks’ outlook meets expectations — but the stock drop shows investors wanted more

Palo Alto Networks’ forecast aligns with predictions, yet a decline in future contract values and investor reactions indicate concerns about the company’s growth potential and reve...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Why the next 20-year Treasury auction is ‘must-see TV’ for investors after the Moody’s downgrade

The upcoming 20-year Treasury auction holds considerable importance for investors as it may influence bond yields and market stability amid ongoing challenges following Moody’s rec...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Your Memorial Day barbecue could be cheaper this year — if you ditch hot dogs for this alternative

This year’s Memorial Day cookout may cost less than before, as the prices of certain common grilling items have decreased, potentially easing expenses despite upcoming tariff incre...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Why we should welcome stock-market bubbles

Periods of rapid market growth often encourage investors to take greater risks, which can lead to increased innovation and the development of new technologies despite potential eco...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Here’s why Tesla traders care so much that Elon Musk stop his Trump-leaning political donations

Tesla investors responded positively to Elon Musk’s announcement to reduce his political contributions amid improving vehicle sales, contributing to a notable rise in the company's...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

It’s Musk and T-Mobile Starlink vs. Apple and Globalstar in the satellite phone wars. But one stock...

The collaboration between technology leaders and major telecommunications companies in satellite phone services highlights key strategic investments that significantly impact their...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Trump’s $1.6 trillion spin: What the numbers really say about GOP tax bill

The estimated $1.6 trillion savings from the GOP tax legislation reflect selected budget reductions but overlook additional factors that could influence the overall financial impac...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Here’s when you’ll want to own stocks if this well-known market cycle repeats

Historical trends indicate that investors may experience modest returns in the second year of a presidential term, followed by significantly higher gains in the third year after mi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Home Depot’s long run of earnings beats has ended, but here’s why the stock is rising

Despite missing earnings targets for the first time in a while, Home Depot’s stronger-than-expected revenue and steady sales, along with unchanged annual forecasts, have contribute...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

This Morgan Stanley investor warns of three big disconnects with stocks on the verge of a bull marke...

An investor from Morgan Stanley highlights concerns about discrepancies in three major asset categories, indicating potential risks despite the recent strong rebound in the S&P 500...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

He called the S&P 500 bottom. Now this stock trader can’t rule out a ‘flash crash.’

Jeff Bierman emphasized the importance of caution in current market conditions, highlighting potential sudden declines that could impact investment strategies and overall financial...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 20, 2025

Why corporate bonds may be ‘fairly guarded’ from Moody’s downgrade of U.S. debt

Moody’s reduction of the U.S. government’s credit rating is expected to have limited impact on corporate bonds, suggesting they may remain relatively stable despite changes in sove...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 19, 2025

So much for ‘Sell America’ — S&P 500 tallies sixth straight win as stocks erase losses following Moo...

Despite the recent credit rating downgrade by Moody’s, the S&P 500 continued its upward momentum, marking its sixth consecutive gain and reversing earlier market declines.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 19, 2025

Tech stocks took a hit after the last two U.S. credit downgrades. Why this time could be different.

The recent credit rating reductions have increased bond yields, potentially reducing demand for high-growth technology companies and impacting their market valuations in a way that...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 19, 2025

Bond yields jump after Moody’s downgrade of U.S. credit. Why it matters for consumers — and Congress...

The increase in Treasury bond rates following the credit rating reduction may lead to higher borrowing costs, impacting both individuals’ expenses and the government’s ability to f...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 19, 2025

Mortgage rates jump above 7% after Moody’s downgrade of U.S. credit

Rising borrowing costs following the credit rating reduction may lead to higher monthly payments, potentially slowing home purchases and impacting overall economic activity in the...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 19, 2025

After Trump rages, Walmart says it will eat ‘some’ of the tariff costs

Walmart plans to partially absorb recent tariff expenses, following a pattern seen in the previous administration, which could affect its pricing strategy and overall financial per...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 19, 2025

This popular healthcare savings strategy could get more lucrative under GOP tax bill

The proposed GOP tax legislation would raise the maximum amounts individuals can deposit into health-related savings accounts and allow these funds to be used for fitness expenses,...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 19, 2025

Buy any Moody’s downgrade dip in stocks, says Morgan Stanley’s now-optimistic strategist

A leading strategist suggests that the recent decline in stock prices following the credit rating reduction may present a valuable investment opportunity for potential gains.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 19, 2025

The ‘sell America’ trade is back — but it never really left

Investors are increasingly offloading domestic assets, although technology, financial, and healthcare sectors remain comparatively stable and less affected by these widespread mark...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 19, 2025

Recession indicators are out of control. When will this madness end?

Several economic measures aside from stable jobless claims and GDP suggest a downturn, highlighting increased financial uncertainty and potential challenges for markets and policym...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 19, 2025

This veteran investor crunches the numbers and sees the risk of a full-blown bear market

An experienced investor analyzes data to assess how increased tariffs could potentially reduce company profits and contribute to broader market downturn risks.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 19, 2025

Why the U.S. consumer may be more resilient than many think

Despite increased tariffs, U.S. consumers continue to demonstrate spending habits that indicate a stable financial position, suggesting a capacity to withstand economic pressures b...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 18, 2025

Stock futures fall after Moody’s strips U.S. of its top credit rating

The downgrade of the U.S. credit rating by Moody’s may lead to increased volatility and potential declines in equity and bond markets as investors reassess risk and adjust their po...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 18, 2025

Bessent warns some steep ‘liberation day’ tariffs may return, dismisses Moody’s downgrade

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that increased tariff rates could be reinstated by certain countries, while downplaying concerns related to the recent credit rating...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 18, 2025

Prices are probably going up at Walmart. Watch for Target and other retailers to detail the tariff i...

Walmart and other major retailers are expected to report increased expenses due to recent trade policies, which may affect their pricing strategies and overall financial performanc...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 18, 2025

Strong earnings keep stock-market bulls in charge. What could bring the rally to a halt?

Robust corporate profits have supported the recent market upswing, yet concerns about overvalued shares suggest that the current positive trend may face challenges moving forward.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 17, 2025

Medicare patients getting emergency surgery in private-equity hospitals are 42% more likely to die i...

Recent studies indicate that emergency surgeries performed on Medicare patients in hospitals owned by private equity firms are associated with a substantially higher short-term mor...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • May 17, 2025

Trump recession is off the table — but trouble is not over for the U.S. economy

President Trump’s efforts to ease trade tensions with China have temporarily boosted financial markets and reduced the likelihood of an immediate economic downturn, though challeng...

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