Two Economies, One Headline: The Implications of a K-Shaped Economy

January 26, 2026

Headline economic data can look steady, even when real strain exists beneath the surface. On Market Matters, Julia Hermann and Michael LoGalbo break down the K-shaped economy, examining who is driving U.S. growth, how wealth effects are shaping consumption, and why market moves themselves have become a key transmission mechanism for economic strength or weakness. 

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A Full Guide to Fed Independence

January 20, 2026

Why does Federal Reserve independence matter, and how would markets respond if it weakened? On Market Matters, Julia Hermann and Sarah Hirsch break down the Fed’s mandate, its structure, and the early market signals investors would likely see if independence risks grow.


 

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