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The markets are showing strength — domestic and international equities are climbing side by side, small caps are breaking out, and gold has surged to new record highs. But beneath the rally, risks remain: inflation is proving sticky, a government shutdown is on the horizon, and global trade tensions are heating up.

In this episode of Today’s Market Explained, Brian Kasal and Chris Reardon dig into the latest numbers across asset classes, sectors, and global economies. From Fed policy and housing starts to IPO market reforms and tech consolidation, they cut through the noise to reveal what founders, investors, and advisors should really be watching.

📌 Valuable Insights You’ll Learn:

• Why small caps are suddenly surging — and whether the rally can last

• How Fed rate cuts are colliding with stubborn inflation and record U.S. debt

• What international equities’ momentum means for global allocation strategies

• How gold’s breakout and commodity shifts are reshaping safe-haven plays

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