2026 predictions on stocks, Fed, and labor market: Investopedia
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Investopedia's Editor-In-Chief Caleb Silver outlines key market trends to watch in 2026, including the impact of US midterm elections and labor market data on the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.
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Wall Street's investing calendar has officially changed over into 2026 as Friday marks the first full trading day of the new year. Investopedia Editor-In-Chief Caleb Silver looks ahead and outlines the market trends he will be watching closely in 2026, including some of the risks associated with US midterm elections and how labor market data will dictate the Federal Reserve's monetary policy. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.
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Original article published by Yahoo Finance on January 2, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.