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How long can the Federal Reserve keep markets happy?
Analysis Markets breathed a sigh of relief after the Federal Reserve said it wouldn't raise interest rates for some time yet. But, asks John Stepek, how long will it be before they get the jitters again?
By John Stepek Published
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Will Biden’s stimulus package fuel global inflation – and how can you protect your wealth?
Cover Story Joe Biden’s latest stimulus package threatens to fuel inflation around the globe. What should investors do?
By John Stepek Published
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Short-term inflation is almost certain. But what could make it a long-term problem?
Opinion Inflation will be welcomed when it arrives – but in time, it could grow to become a problem. John Stepek explains why, and what that will mean for investors.
By John Stepek Published
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What Joe Biden’s $1.9trn stimulus plan means for the US
News The US just approved Joe Biden’s $1.9trn stimulus plan after months of political wrangling. Saloni Sardana looks at what's in it and how it could affect the US economy.
By Saloni Sardana Published
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America's monetary punchbowl is as full as ever
News Despite a rare public spat between the US Treasury and the Federal Reserve, stimulus cash will keep coming.
By Alex Rankine Published
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Could the spat between the Fed and Trump’s Treasury derail markets?
Opinion America’s central bank seems to have fallen out with the US Treasury department. John Stepek explains what’s going on, and how it could affect the markets.
By John Stepek Published
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What does Joe Biden’s victory mean for your money?
Analysis The “likely” scenarios of a Joe Biden presidency are priced in, says John Stepek. The “unlikely” ones are not. Here's what might happen next to surprise investors.
By John Stepek Published
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The charts that matter: the US election sends markets… soaring?
Charts The uncertainty surrounding the US election has led many to believe that the Federal Reserve will print even more money. John Stepek looks at how that's affected the charts that matter the most to the global economy.
By John Stepek Published
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The MoneyWeek Podcast: US election special with Jim Patterson of Kiplinger
Podcasts Jim Patterson, managing editor of the Kiplinger Letter, our sister publication in the US, joins John to talk about the US election – its effect on the markets, the economy and investors. And if Joe Biden has indeed won, how will that affect America's relations with other world powers, and what can he actually get done in the next four years with the Senate still in Republican hands? Plus, a look at Donald Trump's legacy.
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