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Investors are assuming a near-perfect future – that seems unwise

Despite the pandemic, economic chaos and a huge collapse in earnings, investors seem confident that everything will turn out for the best. John Stepek isn't so sure.

by: John Stepek
20 Aug 2020
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US markets in particular are overconfident

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