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This Week in Review | Volatility, Midterm Elections, Central Banks, US Jobs (Nov. 6, 2026)
2026/11/07
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• The US midterm election results
• Central bank decisions in Australia and England
• US October jobs reports
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1.) Source: FactSet, as of 11/6/2026. MSCI World and Nasdaq Price Return Indexes, 10/1/2026 - 11/6/2026.
2.) Source: Wall Street Journal, as of 11/05/2026. “Stock Market Today: Nasdaq Sinks 5% as Investors Retreat From AI Trade After Election,” 11/05/2026.
3.) Source: Finaeon, Inc., as of 6/25/2026. S&P 500 Total Return Index returns, quarterly, 1/1/1950 – 12/31/2025.
4.) Source: Reserve Bank of Australia, as of 11/05/2026. “Statement by the Monetary Policy Board: Monetary Policy Decision,” 11/03/2026.
5.) Source: Bank of England, as of 11/05/2026. “November 2026 Monetary Policy and Minutes,” 11/05/2026.
6.) Source: Trading Economics, as of 11/5/2026. “United Kingdom Inflation Rate,” 10/21/2026.
7.) Source: Federal Reserve Board, as of 11/05/2026. “Press Release,” 10/28/2026.
8.) Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 11/6/2026. “Employment Situation Summary,” 11/6/2026.
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• Find out how midterm elections affect stocks: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/insights/market-commentary/formal-gridlock-forms-the-midterm-miracles-foundation
• Learn more about the limited influence of central banks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaLlRyif_VU
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Investing in securities involves a risk of loss. Past performance is never a guarantee of future returns. Investing in foreign stock markets involves additional risks, such as the risk of currency fluctuations. The foregoing constitutes the general views of Fisher Investments and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice. Nothing herein is intended to be a recommendation. The opinions expressed are subject to change without notice.
This Week in Review | Tech Volatility, Rate Decisions, UK Budget, Q3 GDP (Oct. 30, 2026)
2026/10/30
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• Central bank rate decisions
• UK Autumn Budget
• 3rd quarter GDP
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1.) Source: Trading Economics, as of 10/30/2026. Bank of Canada, Bank of Japan, European Central Bank and Federal Reserve, Interest Rate Decisions, 10/28/2026 – 10/29/2026.
2.) Source: Office for Budget Responsibility, as of 10/28/2026. Budget 2026.
3.) Source: MSCI UK and UK 10 Yr Gilt Yield, as of 10/29/2026. Total Return Index, 10/28/2026 – 10/29/2026.
4.) Source: Bureau of Economic Analysis, as of 10/29/2026. US GDP growth, annualized, Q1 2026 – Q3 2026.
5.) Source: Eurostat, as of 10/30/2026. Q/q euro area GDP growth, Q1 2026 – Q3 2026.
6.) Source: CNBC, as of 10/29/2026. “Third-quarter U.S. GDP increases a better-than-expected 3.4% as September inflation accelerates,” 10/29/2026.
7.) Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 10/27/2026. Y/y US Headline and Core CPI Inflation, January 2026 – September 2026.
8.) Source: FactSet, Finaeon, Inc., as of 10/27/2026. S&P 500 Total Return Index annual returns categorized by US real GDP annual percent changes of the following year, yearly, 1970 – 2025.
Want to dig deeper?
• What Britain's Budget means for stocks: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/insights/market-commentary/britain-gets-a-mild-budget-and-welcome-clarity
• Why the Fed has less influence over the economy than people think: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaLlRyif_VU&t=29s
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Investing in securities involves a risk of loss. Past performance is never a guarantee of future returns. Investing in foreign stock markets involves additional risks, such as the risk of currency fluctuations. The foregoing constitutes the general views of Fisher Investments and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice. Nothing herein is intended to be a recommendation. The opinions expressed are subject to change without notice.
This Week in Review | AI Debt, French Bond Yields, Oil Prices (Oct. 23, 2026)
2026/10/23
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• Debt issued by AI companies
• French bond yields
• Elevated oil prices
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1. Source: FactSet, as of 10/23/2026. NASDAQ Price, daily, 10/1/2026 - 10/22/2026.
2. Source: Macrobond, as of 10/21/2026. US, Germany, UK and Canada 10-year government bond yields, monthly, January 1990 – September 2026.
3. Source: Yahoo! Finance, as of 10/21/2026. “CoreWeave Bond Yields Reach 15% as Investors Reassess AI Infrastructure Financing Risks,” 10/19/2026.
4. Source: Dealroom.co, as of 10/21/2026. “AI debt worries spark surge in default insurance trading,” 10/20/2026.
5. Source: Macrobond, as of 10/22/2026. MSCI Emerging Markets (EM), MSCI Europe, MSCI UK, MSCI Canada, MSCI Australia, MSCI Japan, MSCI World and MSCI USA Total Return indexes, cumulative returns, USD, daily, 1/1/2022 - 10/16/2026.
6. Source: FactSet, as of 10/23/2026. France 10-Year Government Bond Yield, 12/31/2025 –10/22/2026.
7. Source: FactSet, as of 10/21/2026. 10-year yields for Germany, France, US and Japan, 12/31/2025 – 10/1/2026.
8. Source: Macrobond, as of 10/21/2026. US, Germany, UK, Canada and Greece 10-year government bond yields, monthly, January 1990 – August 2026.
9. Source: Insee, as of 10/21/2026. French Central Government Interest Payments Relative to Revenue, 12/31/1977 – 8/31/2026.
10. Source: MarketWatch, as of 10/23/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 10/19/2026 – 10/23/2026.
11. Source: Macrobond, as of 10/22/2026. MSCI World Total Return index, monthly, January 1970 – September 2026.
12. Source: MarketWatch, as of 10/23/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 1/1/2026 – 10/22/2026.
13. Source: IEA, as of 10/7/2026. September Oil Market Report.
14. Source: FactSet, as of 10/21/2026. Brent oil prices in nominal and real (2000 base) USD, monthly, 1/1/2000 – 9/30/2026.
15. Source: Macrobond, as of 10/21/2026. Oil consumption/real GDP of US, European Union and China, yearly 1965 – 2024. Expressed in barrels of oil per $1,000 USD of GDP.
Want to dig deeper?
• More on what rising French bond yields mean for markets: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/insights/market-commentary/budgeting-for-french-debt-fears
• How global oil supply constraints affect businesses: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/insights/market-commentary/on-oils-latest-vicissitudes
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Investing in securities involves a risk of loss. Past performance is never a guarantee of future returns. Investing in foreign stock markets involves additional risks, such as the risk of currency fluctuations. The foregoing constitutes the general views of Fisher Investments and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice. Nothing herein is intended to be a recommendation. The opinions expressed are subject to change without notice.
Ken Fisher on Market Crashes, US Debt, Construction and More - Oct 2026
2026/10/19
In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments’ Founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his perspective on whether deep market crashes and recessions are less likely today, what history tells us about the relationship between government debt and GDP, whether construction trends are a reliable leading economic indicator and how investors should think about risk and market volatility in their portfolios. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast.
Episode recorded on 08/17/2026.
Visit our episode page, where you will find links to more information and resources to help you become a more informed investor.
And if you have questions about capital markets, investing or personal finance, email us at [email protected]. We may use them in an upcoming episode.
This Week in Review | Bull Market Birthday, Q3 Earnings, US Inflation (Oct. 16, 2026)
2026/10/17
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• Bull market’s four-year anniversary
• Financial companies kick off Q3 earnings
• September US inflation readings
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1.) Source: FactSet, as of 10/15/2026. S&P 500 bull markets, daily, 6/1/1932 – 9/30/2026. Current bull market is ongoing.
2.) Source: FactSet, as of 10/13/2026. MSCI World Index return with net dividends, 1/4/2022 – 10/12/2022.
3.) Source: Finaeon, as of 10/13/2026. S&P 500 Total Return Index from 12/31/1929 – 12/31/2025.
4.) FactSet, as of 10/13/2026. Earnings Insight Report, published 10/9/2026.
5.) Source: CNBC, as of 10/13/2026. “Bank Earnings Takeaways: Here’s how JPMorgan, Goldman, Wells Fargo and Citi Performed in Q3,” 10/13/2026.
6.) Source: Gartner, FactSet, as of 10/15/2026. Growth expectations for global tech sales categorized by wall street and industry estimates.
7.) Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 10/13/2026. Y/y US headline CPI inflation, y/y US core CPI inflation, January 2022 - September 2026.
8.) Source: The New York Times, as of 10/14/2026. “Fed’s Preferred Inflation Gauge Points to Continued Price Pressures,” 9/30/2026.
9.) Source: Macrobond, as of 10/13/2026. Y/y percent change in M2 (money supply) for US, UK, eurozone and Japan, local currencies, monthly, September 2025 – September 2026.
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• Learn why Ken Fisher doesn’t worry about central bank moves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FF_CQaFv_9Y
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Investing in securities involves a risk of loss. Past performance is never a guarantee of future returns. Investing in foreign stock markets involves additional risks, such as the risk of currency fluctuations. The foregoing constitutes the general views of Fisher Investments and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice. Nothing herein is intended to be a recommendation. The opinions expressed are subject to change without notice.
This Week in Review | S&P 500 Record High, Fed Minutes, Spain Election (Oct. 9, 2026)
2026/10/09
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• The latest stock market record high
• The details behind the latest Fed rate hike
• Spain’s surprise election
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1. CNBC, as of 10/07/2026. “S&P 500 Posts First Close Above 7,800, Boosted by Tech Gains and Cooler Yields,” 10/06/2026.
2. FactSet and Finaeon, Inc., as of 7/10/2026. S&P 500 quarterly total returns, Q1 1926 – Q2 2026.
3. Federal Reserve, as of 10/07/2026. Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, September 15-16, 2026.
4. Federal Reserve, as of 10/06/2026. Economy at a Glance – Inflation (PCE), 8/02/2024.
5. CNBC, as of 10/06/2026. “Vance Says Fed Should Lower Interest Rates,” 9/03/2026.
6. The Wall Street Journal, as of 10/06/2026. “Spanish Leader Calls for Elections, Riding Wave of Anger Over Housing Costs,” 10/05/2026.
7. PolitPro.eu, as of 10/06/2026. Spanish Election Results Since 1945: Seats and Outcomes.
8. FactSet, as of 10/9/2026. S&P 500 Price Returns Index, 8/1/2026 - 10/8/2026.
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• Learn why Ken Fisher doesn’t worry about central bank moves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FF_CQaFv_9Y
• Discover more about the upcoming election season: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/insights/market-commentary/two-elections-in-the-americas-and-spains-coming-snap-vote
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Investing in securities involves a risk of loss. Past performance is never a guarantee of future returns. Investing in foreign stock markets involves additional risks, such as the risk of currency fluctuations. The foregoing constitutes the general views of Fisher Investments and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice. Nothing herein is intended to be a recommendation. The opinions expressed are subject to change without notice.
This Week in Review | Q3 Recap, US Jobs, US-China Trade (Oct. 2, 2026)
2026/10/02
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• What happened in Q3
• The US September jobs report
• US-China trade developments
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1. Source: FactSet, as of 10/01/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, 12/31/2025 – 9/30/2026.
2. Source: European Central Bank, as of 9/10/2026. Monetary policy decisions, 9/10/2026.
3. Sources: Federal Reserve, as of 9/28/2026. Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement, 9/16/2026.
4. Source: The Wall Street Journal, as of 9/15/2026. “Global Bond Selloff Deepens as 10-Year Yields Hit Multiyear Highs,” 9/15/2026.
5. Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, as of 8/20/2026. Debt to the Penny, 8/19/2026.
6. Source: The Wall Street Journal, as of 9/28/2026. “U.S., Japan Intervene to Boost Yen for First Time Since 1998,” 8/03/2026.
7. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 10/02/2026. United States Non-Farm Payrolls and Unemployment Rate, August 2026 – September 2026.
8. Source: Trading Economics, as of 10/01/2026. Y/y United States Real Average Hourly Earnings, August 2025 – August 2026.
9. Source: CNBC, as of 9/28/2026. “U.S., China to Lower Tariffs on $60 Billion of Goods,” 9/28/2026.
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• Learn more about how tariffs affect trade and markets:
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Investing in securities involves a risk of loss. Past performance is never a guarantee of future returns. Investing in foreign stock markets involves additional risks, such as the risk of currency fluctuations. The foregoing constitutes the general views of Fisher Investments and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice. Nothing herein is intended to be a recommendation. The opinions expressed are subject to change without notice
This Week in Review | Market Volatility, Cryptocurrencies, Roth Conversions (Sept. 25, 2026)
2026/09/25
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• Stock and bond market volatility
• Bitcoin volatility
• Financial planning Roth conversions
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1.) Source: FactSet and Macrobond, as of 9/24/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, US, Germany, UK, Canada and Greece 10-year government bond yields, monthly, 9/21/2026 – 9/25/2026.
2.) Source: CNBC, as of 9/22/2026. “Trump Says DOJ Will Rein in AI ‘If We Have To,’” 9/21/2026.
3.) Source: FactSet and Macrobond, as of 9/24/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, US, Germany, UK, Canada and Greece 10-year government bond yields, monthly, 1/1/1990 – 9/25/2026.
4.) Source: Macrobond, as of 9/24/2026. US and GDP-weighted developed markets excluding US government bond yield spreads (10Y – 3M), daily, 1/1/2025 – 9/18/2026.
5.) Source: FactSet, as of 9/24/2026. MSCI Spain Total Return Index, returns and composition, 1/1/2026 – 9/23/2026.
6.) Source: CoinMarketCap, as of 9/25/2026. Bitcoin, 10/1/2025 – 9/24/2026.
7.) Source: Source: FactSet and Finaeon, as of 9/22/2026. Bitcoin close price and MSCI World Price Index levels, daily, 1/1/2017 – 9/21/2026.
8.) Source: IRS.gov, as of 9/25/2026. Roth IRAs FAQs.
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• Explore whether crypto is a suitable choice for long-term investors? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6i1TiS0oM_A&t=2s
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Investing in securities involves a risk of loss. Past performance is never a guarantee of future returns. Investing in foreign stock markets involves additional risks, such as the risk of currency fluctuations. The foregoing constitutes the general views of Fisher Investments and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice. Nothing herein is intended to be a recommendation. The opinions expressed are subject to change without notice.
This Week in Review | Fed Rate Hike, Tech Volatility & AI Risks, Bond Yields (Sept. 18, 2026)
2026/09/18
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• The Fed’s interest rate decision
• Tech volatility amid AI pause talks
• Climbing bond yields
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1. Source: WSJ, as of 9/16/2026. “U.S. Stocks Fall After Fed Rate Increase,” 9/16/2026.
2. Source: Macrobond, as of 9/16/2026. US and GDP-weighted developed markets excluding US government bond yield spreads (10Y – 3M), daily, 1/1/2025 – 9/15/2026.
3. Source: FactSet, as of 9/16/2026. Q1 reported earnings and Q2 estimated earnings for the MSCI World, S&P 500, MSCI Japan, MSCI European Economic and Monetary Union and MSCI UK, Q1 2026 – Q2 2026.
4. Source: WSJ, as of 9/15/2026. “U.S. Stocks Fall on Fears AI Companies, Fed Will Slam the Brakes,” 9/14/2026.
5. Source: FactSet, as of 9/11/2026. Calendar year 2026 estimated earnings growth for MSCI World and each of its sectors as of 9/10/2026.
6. Source: WSJ, as of 9/15/2026. “Global Bond Selloff Deepens as 10-Year Yields Hit Multiyear Highs,” 9/15/2026.
7. Source: Macrobond, as of 9/16/2026. US, Germany, UK, Canada and Greece 10-year government bond yields, monthly, January 1990 – August 2026.
8. Source: Macrobond, as of 9/16/2026. US and GDP-weighted developed markets excluding US government bond yield spreads (10Y – 3M), daily, 1/1/2025 – 9/15/2026.
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• More on the Fed’s first rate hike since 2023:
https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/insights/market-commentary/the-ineffectual-fed-hike
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This Week in Review | US Inflation, UK Gov’t Budget, ECB Interest Rate Decision (Sept. 11, 2026)
2026/09/11
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• US inflation data for August
• British Chancellor John Healey’s speech on the UK government budget
• Eurozone interest rates
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 9/11/2026. Y/y US headline and core CPI inflation, May 2026 – July 2026.
2. Source: Macrobond, as of 9/11/2026. Y/y percent change in M2 (money supply) for US, UK, eurozone and Japan, local currencies, monthly, August 2025 – August 2026.
3. Source: Welcome to GOV.UK , as of 9/8/2026. Chancellor John Healey’s Growth Speech 2026, 9/7/2026.
4. Source: The Guardian, as of 9/8/2026. “Burnham Beware, the Bond Markets Will Demand Proper Answers in the Budget,” 9/2/2026.
5. Source: CNBC, as of 9/8/2026. “Global Bond Rout Gathers Pace as Inflation Fears Mount,” 9/2/2026.
6. Source: European Central Bank, as of 9/10/2026. Monetary policy decisions, 9/10/2026.
7. Source: Eurostat and Macrobond, as of 9/8/2026. Q/q eurozone GDP growth, Q1 2026 – Q2 2026, Citi Economic Surprise Index for the US and eurozone, daily, 1/1/2026 – 7/31/2026.
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• More on what to expect from the UK budget: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/insights/market-commentary/the-uks-budget-hotair-ballooning
• Why Ken Fisher is optimistic about European stocks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDDSjsaBHZg
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This Week in Review | US-Iran War, Employment Data, G20 Finance Ministers’ Meeting (Sept. 4, 2026)
2026/09/04
This Week in Review | US-Iran War, Employment Data, G20 Finance Ministers’ Meeting (Sept. 4, 2026)
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• US-Iran war escalation
• US employment data for August
• The G20 finance ministers’ meeting
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1. Source: WSJ, as of 9/3/2026. “U.S. and Iran Trade Strikes in Latest Fight for Control of Hormuz”
2. Source: MarketWatch, as of 9/4/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 9/3/2026.
3. Source: FactSet, as of 9/4/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, 8/31/2026 – 9/3/2026.
4. Source: MarketWatch, as of 9/4/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 1/1/2022 – 9/3/2026.
5. Source: MarketWatch, as of 9/4/2026. Brent Crude continuous contract, 9/3/2026.
6. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 9/4/2026. United States Non-Farm Payrolls and Unemployment Rate, July 2026 – August 2026.
7. Source: CNBC, as of 8/31/2026. “Bessent, Warsh kick off G20 finance meeting with growth-focused remarks.”
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• More on how investors can parse through the recent Iran flare up: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/insights/market-commentary/on-the-iran-flare-up
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This Week in Review | US-Canada Trade, AI Data Centers, US Debt (August 28, 2026)
2026/08/29
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• US-Canada trade negotiations
• AI data center pushback
• Treasury department’s debt buyback
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1. Source: CNBC, as of 8/25/2026. “Canada Unveils Retaliatory Tariffs on About $20 Billion of U.S. Goods”, 8/25/2026.
2. Source: FactSet, as of 8/25/2026. Canadian Imports to US, 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025.
3. Source: FactSet, as of 8/27/2026. US Imports to Canada, 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025.
4. Source: National Conference of State Legislatures, as of 8/26/2026. “Which States Are Banning Data Centers?”, 7/1/2026.
5. Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, as of 8/20/2026. Debt to the Penny, 8/19/2026.
6. Source: CNBC, as of 8/25/2026. “Treasury doubles debt buybacks as Bessent moves to steady bond market”, 8/19/2026.
7. Source: Congressional Budget Office, as of 8/25/2026. “The Budget and Economic Outlook: 2025 to 2035”, 1/17/2025.
8. Source: US Treasury Department, Bureau of Public Debt, as of 8/25/2026. Debt held from foreign and US governments, the Federal Reserve, and US Investors as of 11/28/2025.
9. Source: Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, as of 8/25/2026. US Treasury Securities Statistics, July 2026.
10. Source: Macrobond, as of 6/2/2026. US government bond yield spreads (10Y – 3M), daily 1/1/2025 – 6/30/2026.
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This Week in Review | US Debt, Global Bond Yields, US-Canada Trade (Aug. 21, 2026)
2026/08/21
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• US debt reaching $40 trillion
• Rising global bond yields
• US-Canada trade negotiations
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1. Source: U.S. Department of the Treasury, as of 8/20/2026. Debt to the Penny, 8/19/2026.
2. Source: Treasury Direct, as of 8/21/2026. Recent Auction Results.
3. Source: Office of Management and Budget, as of 8/21/2026. Fiscal Year Federal Interest Outlays as a Percent of Annual Federal Tax Receipts from 1940 - 2025.
4. Source: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, as of 8/20/2026. Market Yield on U.S. Treasury Securities at 30-Year Constant Maturity, Quoted on an Investment Basis (DGS30), 8/19/2026.
5. Source: Macrobond, as of 8/21/2026. Japan, Germany, France and UK 10-year government bond yields, monthly, January 2026 - July 2026.
6. Source: Macrobond, FactSet, as of 7/24/2026. ICE BofA US Corporate spreads, daily, 1/1/2000 - 7/23/2026.
7. Source: AP, as of 8/20/2026. “US, Canada Hold Last-Minute Talks to Stop 50% US Tariffs,” 8/18/2026.
8. Source: Wall Street Journal, as of 8/19/2026. “U.S. Eyes Lower Tariffs on Metals and Autos in Canada Trade Deal,” 8/19/2026.
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Ken Fisher on AI, Inflation vs. Wages, Stock Selection and More - Aug 2026
2026/08/11
In this episode of the Market Insights podcast, Fisher Investments’ Founder, Executive Chairman, and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Ken Fisher, tackles a fresh round of listener questions. Ken shares his perspective on artificial intelligence (AI) for investment advice, inflation’s relationship with wage growth and investor portfolios, and his stock-selection process. Get these insights and much more in this episode of the Market Insights podcast.
Episode recorded on 06/17/2026.
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This Week in Review | Record Highs, US Jobs, Yen Intervention (August 7, 2026)
2026/08/07
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That’s where we can help. Fisher Investments’ “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews:
• US and global markets all-time highs
• US nonfarm payroll and unemployment data
• Yen intervention
Below are the sources for all data cited in today’s show:
1. Source: FactSet, as of 8/7/2026. S&P 500 Total Returns Index and MSCI World Total Returns Index, daily, 6/1/2026 – 8/7/2026.
2. Source: FactSet, as of 8/6/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, monthly, 1/1/1970 – 7/31/2026. All-time high is calculated according to month-end numbers.
3. Source: Trading Economics, as of 8/7/2026. United States Non Farm Payrolls and Unemployment Rate, June 2026 – July 2026.
4. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of 8/7/2026. Civilian Labor Force Participation Rate, July 2026.
5. Source: CME Group, as of 8/7/2026. Target Rate Probability for Federal Reserve Meeting in September 2026. 8/6/2026.
6. Source: International Monetary Fund via FRED, as of 8/4/2026. Global price of Energy index, January 2026 – June 2026.
7. Source: US Treasury Department, Bureau of the Public Debt, as of 8/6/2026. Debt held from foreign and US government, the Federal Reserve, and US Investors as of 11/30/2025.
8. Source: The Wall Street Journal, as of 8/6/2026. “The Worries that Drove Uncle Sam to Buy Yen”, 8/3/2026.
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• Ken on how you should view jobs data: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojJfQdPvizs&t=13s
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