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  • 09.30.25 - Government shutdown & U.S. policy investors takeaways

    09.30.25 - Government shutdown & U.S. policy investors takeaways
    Oct 1 2025
    Another government shutdown threat is in the headlines. Our Market Sense team will take a look back at past shutdowns and the minimal impact they've had on the stock market. They'll also discuss other risks and opportunities coming out of Washington, and what they could mean for your investments: tariff uncertainty, immigration policy, and why the recent corporate tax cuts could create a market tailwind.
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    30 m
  • 09.23.25 - What interest rate cuts mean for the economy

    09.23.25 - What interest rate cuts mean for the economy
    Sep 23 2025
    On this episode of Market Sense, we’re discussing the Fed’s first interest rate cut of the year—what it means, why it matters, and how it could affect stocks and bonds. Plus, we're watching the latest efforts in Washington to avoid a government shutdown.
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    24 m
  • 09.16.25 - Stock Opportunities with Lower Fed Interest Rates

    09.16.25 - Stock Opportunities with Lower Fed Interest Rates
    Sep 16 2025
    Why rate cuts could be bullish: On this episode of Market Sense, we dig into the data to highlight which stocks could see the biggest potential lift and explain why this rate-cutting cycle could be a lot different than the last, especially for the frozen housing market.
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    24 m
  • 09.09.25 - How to find high dividend stocks

    09.09.25 - How to find high dividend stocks
    Sep 11 2025
    On this episode of Market Sense, we explore how investors can strategically use dividend-paying stocks and dividend ETFs to help generate income, especially in light of potential interest rate cuts. Whether you're new to income investing or looking to optimize your retirement portfolio, this episode offers insights and free Fidelity tools to help you find dividend-paying stocks for your financial goals.
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    27 m
  • 08.19.25 - What is tax-loss harvesting & how to do it?

    08.19.25 - What is tax-loss harvesting & how to do it?
    Aug 20 2025
    Don't wait until the end of the year to calculate your investments gains and losses. On this episode of Market Sense, A Fidelity branch leader and former tax preparer joins us to discuss the importance of tax-loss harvesting year-round. We will outline some tax-efficient strategies investors can use to potentially lower their tax bill. Plus, all your latest market headlines.
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    24 m
  • 08.12.25 - How the stock market reacts to interest rate cuts

    08.12.25 - How the stock market reacts to interest rate cuts
    Aug 13 2025
    After a disappointing jobs report, the markets are betting the Fed will cut interest rates in September. So, what does history tell us about rate cuts and how they affect the markets? On this episode of Market Sense, our Fidelity leaders discuss the chances of a rate cut in September and what it could mean for investors.
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    26 m
  • 08.05.25 - How is the economy doing right now?

    08.05.25 - How is the economy doing right now?
    Aug 6 2025
    On this episode of Market Sense, we're breaking down a very busy week of earnings, economic data and announcements, and analyzing what it might mean for the economy and bull market. Plus, we're digging into new tariff deals, the debate surrounding the Fed’s latest decision on interest rates, and the latest inflation and jobs data.
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    28 m