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March 18, 2026

The Fed Rate Decision: What It Means for Stocks, Bonds, and Gold Prices

The Fed held interest rates steady again at its March 2026 meeting. Here's what the Fed rate decision means for stocks, bonds, and gold prices — and how to position your portfolio.

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January 28, 2026

The Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady: What it Means for Stocks, Bonds, and Gold

The Federal Reserve kept policy steady at its latest meeting. Here’s what the decision signals for the economy, and how it could affect stocks, bonds, and gold.

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September 29, 2025

Why the Fed’s ‘Soft Landing’ Could Turn Into a Crash Landing for Your Portfolio

Learn why the Fed’s soft landing could instead become a crash landing, with key economic indicators and what investors should watch in 2025.

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September 17, 2025

Fed Rate Cuts: Why Long-Term Investors Can Ignore the Noise

Find out what the Fed is doing today and why it probably doesn’t matter for most investors, with clear insights into monetary policy and market impact.

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