On this episode of Market Sense, we are talking with Fidelity leaders about what the escalating conflict in the Middle East could mean for oil prices, the markets, and the global economy.

Bookmark the Fidelity Viewpoints Market Insights webpage for the latest on market headlines and volatility.

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Recent volatility in the Treasury market doesn't mean bonds can't offer benefits to investors.  On this episode of Market Sense, a Fidelity portfolio manager who specializes in fixed income explains why the current climate of higher yields and the potential for lower interest rates later this year could deliver attractive returns. Plus, we dig into all the latest market headlines and trade news.

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Are U.S. Treasurys losing their safe-haven appeal? On this episode of Market Sense, we discuss the recent selloff happening in long-term Treasurys and the ripple effect it can have on global markets. Plus, we’ll take a closer look at the current fiscal policy and what more government debt could mean for this already volatile market.

If you want to hear more from our Fidelity thought leaders, click here to register for 6.17.25 episode on bond opportunities.

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The first half of 2025 has been anything but predictable. Join the Market Sense team for an extended conversation about the state of the economy, and how to balance risk and opportunity in this market, no matter what stage of life you're in.

Bookmark the Fidelity Viewpoints 2025 Midyear Investing Outlook webpage for the latest on market headlines, risks, opportunities, and ways to potentially safeguard your retirement.

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What are alternative investments and are they right for you? On this episode of Market Sense, a Fidelity professional on alternative investments explores the different types of alternatives and their unique features. We’ll also talk about strategies for using alternative investments to help diversify portfolios and potentially manage risk.

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Investors are piling billions into ETFs with the backdrop of market uncertainty. On this episode of Market Sense, a Fidelity brokerage coach will talk about the different types of ETFs and the trends she’s seeing in the ETF market. She’ll also talk about strategies to potentially protect your portfolio. Plus, all your latest economic news and headlines.

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Are recession risks rising? On this episode of Market Sense, we get an “economic pulse check” on the stock and bond markets, the potential global impact from tariffs, GDP contraction, and whether the Fed will cut rates later this year. Plus, our Fidelity pros weigh in on the long-awaited comeback for international stocks and the record-breaking gold rush.

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Market volatility is stressful, but it can also provide a potential window of opportunity for planning and investing decisions. On this episode of Market Sense, we discuss how to leverage retirement accounts with dollar-cost averaging and explain why now might be a good time for a Roth conversion. Plus, all your market headlines including the latest on the tech rally and tariffs.

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On this episode of Market Sense, we're discussing the latest developments on tariffs and markets. Plus, we're answering our audience's questions about stock market volatility, retirement, as well as more liquid, low-risk options that can deliver a fixed return.

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The tariff about-face sent stocks soaring, after worries Wall Street was entering a bear market. But are we still at risk of a looming recession? And how concerned should investors be about surprising recent moves in the bond market? On this episode of Market Sense, our Fidelity pros discuss what the latest developments could mean for the markets, the economy and investors.

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