Tariffs on major trade partners and a potential government shutdown are all on our radar as we gear up for another busy week in the markets. Plus, we’re taking a look back with Fidelity’s Director of Global Macro, Jurrien Timmer who is celebrating 30 years at Fidelity. We’re asking him about how this current market compares to what he’s witnessed in the past 30 years, the potential risks and the insights he has about the future.

Topics Covered:

• Has the bull market run its course?

• What could be the economic and consumer impacts of tariffs?

• Could a potential government shutdown impact the stock market?

• How can investors protect their money when there’s market volatility?

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Our Market Sense viewers have been asking us more questions than ever about Crypto since the recent run-up in prices. So, we’re answering your most common questions, including how the new Trump administration could potentially impact the crypto industry, whether it’s a good time to get into crypto, and how you can determine if it’s a good fit for you? Plus, a recap and analysis of the top market headlines.

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Have you been watching the mail for weeks getting all your tax documents in order? You’re not alone! On this week’s episode of Market Sense, we’re talking with a Fidelity Financial Consultant who has a background in tax preparation to hear her strategies to help reduce your taxable income. Plus, Fidelity’s Jurrien Timmer is getting us caught up on this week’s market news.

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On this episode of Market Sense, Fidelity investment professionals talk tariffs and the surprise Chinese tech development within AI. They explain why they are still bullish on the market and where there may be opportunities, right now.

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On this episode of Market Sense, our Fidelity branch leaders answer frequently asked questions from customers and webcast viewers on everything from retirement planning, to how much to consider holding cash, to the evolving role of bonds. Plus, Jurrien Timmer weighs in on the Fed’s January meeting and China’s cheaper AI model and what it might mean for tech stocks.

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2025 is off to a sluggish start in the markets, as investors try to anticipate what type of fiscal policy will be implemented under a new Trump administration. On this episode of Market Sense, Fidelity’s VP of Government Relations joins us with her expectations for the first 100 days, potential cabinet picks, and what this could all mean for future policy and your money.

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A new year brings a new president, potentially new policies, and a new opportunity to revisit your investing strategy. Join our roundtable of Fidelity professionals as we prep our portfolios for 2025. We’ll take an in-depth look at the risks and opportunities that come with changing interest rates, and the market segments that could shine in the new year. Plus, we’ll answer all your top questions about market momentum, the growing national debt, and geopolitics.

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Fidelity’s Director of Quantitative Market Strategy suggests 3 sectors that are among her top picks for 2025, as well as where she sees risks. We also reveal the best and worst performing sectors of 2024 and talk about whether “bounce back opportunity” strategies work (spoiler alert: they don’t—we’ll explain why!) Plus, the ongoing debate of stocks vs. bonds: Which seem to be better positioned for 2025?

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ETFs provide a lot of advantages, but how do they best fit into your portfolio? On this episode of Market Sense, a Fidelity investing coach shares strategies for building an ETF portfolio that's based on your risk tolerance and financial goals.

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Our Director of Global Macro unpacks the latest market headlines as we await the Fed’s December meeting. And, as the end of the year approaches, time is running out to make some tax savvy moves that could help lower your tax bill for 2024. A Fidelity branch leader walks us through 5 tax ideas his team shares with their clients, that must be considered before the end of 2024 in order to take advantage of them. Plus, he shares additional tax strategies that could set you up for success beyond April.

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