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The market may be in a holding pattern as it adapts to a new administration and new sector leaders emerge.

“In the short run, the market is a voting machine, but in the long run it is a weighing machine.” – Benjamin Graham

As January goes, so goes the year, they say. This month, the market cheered strong earnings and a new administration.

Federated Hermes, Inc. reported record assets under management with fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 earnings.

The @FederalReserve didn’t make waves at the first #FOMC meeting of the year, meeting market expectations by issuing no cut at today’s meeting.

Uncertainty may ultimately have the biggest impact on international equities, explains Martin Schulz, head of Federated Hermes’ International Equity Group.

Equity and fixed-income markets are polarized, as Trump’s second term has led to peak policy uncertainty.

Moderating inflation has brought animal spirits back to the market, but there’s still work to do if the rally is to have legs.

The talk of 2025 will be dominated by the returning administration’s promise to deliver economy-friendly fiscal policies, such as reduced regulations, an extension of the 2017 TCJA, and of course, tariffs.

A variable order of events will influence bond markets in 2025.

Jordan Stuart says #AI will continue to be a major player in 2025, as companies seek to reduce costs, improve productivity and drive innovation.

Weak market breadth and fears of bond yields give cause for patience, especially with the often-weak month of February before us.

Employment strength should keep Fed on the sidelines for some time.

Potential surprises for the market in 2025 seem balanced.

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The market will need to adopt a “wait and see” approach as it relates to tariffs, the deficit and Fed moves.

Trump’s first year back in office could play out in parts, says @Phil_J_Orlando.

After back-to-back great years, can investors expect solid returns in 2025?

Will the slower pace of Fed rate cuts make 2025 a strong year for the money markets? CIO for Global Liquidity Markets Deborah Cunningham thinks so.

Karen Manna explains how a small number of people could have a large impact on the economy in 2025.