Former IMF official Desmond Lachman highlights risks from Trump tariffs and tax cuts, warning of potential inflation, higher bond yields, and recession.

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Many tech stocks fall outside of the traditional definition of value, but this portfolio manager says investors should adapt their thinking.

The economy has been sending mixed signals. While inflation is finally showing signs of cooling, undeniable cracks have surfaced in the labor market. Despite this uncertainty, pressure is rapidly intensifying on the central bank to slash interest rates when policymakers convene for the next FOMC meeting in mid-June.

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Constellation Energy and Cameco--to buy and hold for long-term growth as big tech and artificial intelligence go all-in on nuclear power.

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