The Fed's interest rate hiking campaign has impacted bond investors in a variety of ways. We’re answering viewers' questions about bonds! What will the impact be when the Fed starts cutting rates? And if the economy does enter into a recession, how have bonds historically performed when the economy contracts? Finally, a Fidelity branch leader has tips on how to incorporate bonds into your portfolio.

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Our Fidelity Professionals talk about the economic outlook as the markets settle into the new year! They then dive into a quick crash course on ETFs and ETPs. What’s the difference? And what’s the deal with the new spot Bitcoin ETP that was just approved by Federal regulators, which some say could have broad implications.

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A panel of Fidelity representatives discuss what 2024 may hold for the economy, stocks, bonds, and more.

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Make your resolutions count this year! On this week’s episode of Market Sense, we dig into the data from Fidelity’s 15th annual financial resolutions survey. We will learn about people’s goals for 2024, how they are preparing, and the ways investors can improve their financial situation next year. Plus, our Fidelity professionals will weigh in on the economic factors driving another pause from the Fed and what we can expect from the markets.

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Making a list and checking it twice! On this week’s episode of Market Sense, we review our end-of-the-year financial to-do checklist and the important money deadlines that need your attention, now. Plus, our Fidelity professionals weigh in on what might happen at the Fed’s final meeting of the year, and the key economic data they are watching as we get ready to ring in 2024.

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As we get ready to watch the ball drop on 2023, tax filing season is quickly approaching! Our Fidelity professionals offer strategic year-end tax tips for investors and look ahead to changes coming in 2024. Plus, will we end the year with a Santa rally? Our Fidelity professionals weigh in on all the latest economic headlines and what might happen at the next Fed meeting in December.

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The holidays mean family, food, and shopping! Even the most financially responsible people can find themselves going over budget this time of year. But our Fidelity professionals are here to help. We have tips on how to stay on the right track and avoid big credit cards bills -- with big interest rates -- in January. Plus, the stock market is enjoying a hot streak after inflation cooled. But jobless claims are up. We’ll have all the latest economic headlines as we wait to see if the Fed will raise rates in December or continue its four-month pause.

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The Federal Reserve’s aggressive rate-hiking campaign appears all but over, but doubt is starting to creep in as we await another key inflation report. Our Fidelity Professionals are breaking down all the latest economic headlines. Plus, we’re entering the season of giving. A Vice President of Corporate and Executive Giving for Fidelity Charitable explains what “Fidelity Charitable” is and why donating stock, instead of cash can be a win-win strategy.

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If the current economy has you feeling nervous about your investments, you’re not alone! This week on Market Sense, a Fidelity portfolio manager explains how that widespread nervousness has actually created surprising investing opportunities--particularly among certain income investments paying high interest rates. Find out where those opportunities lie and how he's able to find unique investing ideas in any economy. Plus, catch up on the latest on markets and the Fed.

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Usually, you can estimate how much you’ll pay in federal, state, and local taxes at the end of the year, but there are several lesser-known taxes and surcharges that could give you a ghoulish surprise if you owe them! On this Halloween episode, our Fidelity professionals reveal some “ghost taxes” that investors might not think of and recommend ways to tackle them. Plus, we break down the latest economic news and what it means for the markets, including the Federal Reserve’s much anticipated November policy meeting.

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