Markets Brief: Politics Make a Comeback | Morningstar

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US small caps recover, rate cut bets increase, and earnings season continues. Investors are advised to stick to their plan and avoid reacting to market volatility. Lower-than-expected inflation data raises expectations of Federal Reserve cutting interest rates. Optimism among investors supported by strong start to earnings season for banks.

Keywords: US small caps, rate cut, earnings season, inflation data, Federal Reserve, investors, market volatility, banks

Source: Morningstar

Update At: 7/15/2024

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