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A new wave of platforms lets traders bet on real-world events, from policy decisions to pop culture. What began as speculation is now challenging how finance measures truth and probability.

Everyone makes plans: for travel, fitness or the year ahead. China does it too. Last week, China’s top leaders met in a four-day conclave in Beijing to decide on the country's goals and aspirations for the next five years.

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A hawkish-sounding Powell drags government bonds and credit lower while elections drive EM debt higher

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04/11/2025

Equity markets ended October on a cautious note. The S&P 500 gained modestly though breadth narrowed sharply as the Mag-7 once again dominated leadership.

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