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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

CPI manipulation isn’t an investor’s biggest concern. Watch this economic indicator instead.

While altering consumer price data may raise doubts, investors often consider employment statistics more reliable for assessing economic trends and making informed financial decisi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

Why your stock portfolio may actually ‘feel’ depressed that summer is almost over

The early appearance of seasonal products can influence consumer sentiment and market behavior, potentially impacting investment returns as investors adjust expectations for the up...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

AI is eating software, and Adobe is on the menu. Why the stock could be in trouble.

The growing competition from AI-focused startups poses potential challenges to Adobe's market position, which may impact the company's financial performance and investor confidence...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

Why Wall Street’s biggest bear is expecting a 14% stock-market pullback before the end of 2025

A prominent market analyst predicts a notable decline in equity prices by late 2025, suggesting investors should prepare for a substantial correction following recent gains on majo...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

Do Roth IRA conversions still make sense with the passage of the GOP tax law?

Evaluating Roth IRA conversions under the recent GOP tax legislation requires careful analysis of potential tax benefits and future savings in light of altered income thresholds an...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

Alphabet, Meta, Amazon and Microsoft share this one thing — and it’ll keep the stocks fired up

The consistent innovation and strong revenue growth of major technology companies contribute to their ongoing investor confidence and sustained stock market performance despite con...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

Is tariff inflation finally here? Consumer prices might show biggest increase of the year.

Recent data indicates a notable rise in consumer costs, reflecting potential economic impacts linked to ongoing trade policies and suggesting that previous forecasts about inflatio...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

AMC sees moviegoers spending record amounts, and its stock surges. ‘Choke on that!’ CEO says.

The company experienced a notable increase in consumer spending at theaters, contributing to a significant rise in its stock value amid a broader industry recovery.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

Nvidia and AMD reportedly strike deals with Trump — but analysts see a ‘slippery slope’

Nvidia and AMD’s agreement to allocate a portion of their China earnings to the U.S. government may affect their financial performance, although experts question the long-term stra...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

Dot-com parallel leads to fear of what’s next for this record-busting stock market

The dominance of technology companies in today’s stock market raises concerns about potential instability, as historical comparisons to the Internet boom suggest risks despite wide...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

Almost every investor in this survey says U.S. stocks are overvalued as 70% expect stagflation

A majority of investors anticipate economic stagnation accompanied by inflation, which influences market valuations and may impact portfolio strategies despite some contradictory i...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

Goldman Sachs says a dash for trash could develop — if the U.S. economy continues to thrive

If the U.S. economy maintains strong growth, investors might increasingly favor lower-rated securities, which could impact market dynamics and risk profiles despite current advanta...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

‘I don’t know anything about investing’: I’m inheriting a $150,000 IRA. What should I do with this m...

Inheriting a $150,000 retirement account requires careful planning over the next decade to manage distributions effectively and potentially minimize tax implications while preservi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

Orsted made a bet on U.S. wind business. It failed and now it’s turning to Denmark for help.

Orsted plans to raise $9.3 billion through a stock offering to support its recovery after setbacks in the U.S. wind market, signaling a strategic shift back toward its Danish opera...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 11, 2025

Gold price tumbles most in 3 months on reports U.S. to clarify tariff plan on bullion

The recent decline in gold value reflects market adjustments following announcements regarding potential changes to U.S. import duties on precious metals, influencing investor expe...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 10, 2025

Nvidia and AMD reportedly will give U.S. government 15% of their China chip revenues

Nvidia and AMD are expected to allocate a portion of their earnings from the Chinese semiconductor market to the U.S. government in exchange for obtaining updated export permission...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 10, 2025

U.S. stock futures little changed ahead of inflation reports this week

Investors are cautiously monitoring upcoming inflation data, which could influence market trends and investment strategies, while stock futures remain relatively stable before the...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 10, 2025

Workers do not need private equity in their 401(k) plans

Including private equity in 401(k) plans may limit liquidity, incur substantial fees, and has historically underperformed compared to other investment options for public retirement...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 10, 2025

Stock-market rebound to be tested by inflation reports as stagflation threat emerges

Upcoming inflation data will play a key role in determining whether recent gains in the stock market can be sustained amid growing concerns about slow economic growth combined with...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 10, 2025

Everyone’s worried about the economy, but executives have been talking less about a recession

Recent quarterly reports indicate that business leaders are expressing reduced concern about an economic downturn, which may influence investor sentiment and impact market performa...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 09, 2025

A voice breaking from the Fed ranks just heightened her push for cutting interest rates fast

Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman emphasizes accelerating interest rate reductions to support the labor market, highlighting potential economic risks that could impact finan...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 09, 2025

‘I’m tired of corporate America’: My wife and I have $1.65 million. I’m 61. Can I retire already?

With a combined savings of $1.65 million and an annual income of $108,000 at age 61, the couple is evaluating whether their financial resources are sufficient for retirement.

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 08, 2025

Gold and bitcoin are both vying to be safe havens for investors. Why gold is winning so far this yea...

In 2025, gold continues to attract cautious investors seeking stability, outperforming bitcoin as a preferred asset for preserving value amid ongoing market uncertainty and economi...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 08, 2025

Trade Desk’s stock sees its worst drop ever, and analysts wonder if Amazon is to blame

Trade Desk experienced a significant decline in its stock value, prompting analysts to consider whether increased rivalry from Amazon is impacting the company’s financial performan...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 08, 2025

Trump nominee Miran could have a surprising effect on the Fed: giving officials more freedom to diss...

Appointing Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve board may increase transparency around policy disagreements, potentially influencing how officials express differing views on moneta...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 08, 2025

Investors are now less concerned about tariffs than the economy, says BofA survey. Why that could be...

A recent BofA Global survey indicates that investors have shifted their focus from trade restrictions to broader economic conditions, which may overlook potential financial risks a...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 08, 2025

Trump’s clash with Intel’s CEO isn’t just politics — it’s a crucial test for U.S. chip making

The dispute between the former president and Intel’s leadership highlights important economic considerations that could influence the future growth and competitiveness of American...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 08, 2025

Why a proposal to ‘save’ Social Security by investing $1.5 trillion in the stock market won’t work

Investing a substantial amount of Social Security funds in the stock market could impact the program’s stability, raising concerns about potential risks and the timing of implement...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 08, 2025

Are you getting a $600 tariff rebate check? What to know as Trump, senator float the idea.

Lawmakers are considering proposals that could provide consumers with direct payments aimed at offsetting recent tariff-related expenses, potentially impacting household budgets an...

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MarketWatch Top Stories • Aug 08, 2025

Under Armour’s stock dives, as CEO doesn’t like what tariffs are doing to profits

Under Armour’s shares declined after the company reported a weaker-than-expected quarterly forecast and withheld guidance for the full year, highlighting concerns about the impact...

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