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Will inflation pick back up and hurt stocks? The answer depends on if you ask a Republican or Democrat.


Published on 2025-01-24 11:41:10 - MarketWatch
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  • Concerns about inflation have been pegged as a major catalyst for big swings in longer Treasury yields in recent months. The 10-year Treasury yield hit a peak of 4.8% recently, but has since eased back to about 4.

The article from MarketWatch discusses the political divide in economic forecasts regarding inflation and its impact on the stock market. It highlights how economic predictions can be influenced by political affiliations, with Democrats and Republicans offering differing views on whether inflation will reaccelerate and negatively affect stock prices. Democrats tend to be more optimistic, citing factors like the Federal Reserve's actions and economic recovery measures, while Republicans express concerns over potential inflation spikes due to government spending and policy decisions. This polarization reflects broader ideological differences on economic policy, with implications for investor sentiment and market expectations.

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[ https://www.marketwatch.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-s-p-500-set-to-ease-from-record-high-dow-and-nasdaq-to-slip/card/will-inflation-pick-back-up-and-hurt-stocks-the-answer-depends-on-if-you-ask-a-republican-or-democrat--hf0A7tGyxNXqeVtgEFCE ]
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