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What relatively high bond market volatility could mean for investors
Despite high prices, stocks may keep outperforming.
Key Takeaways
- Stocks climbed to record highs in the wake of U.S. elections and the U.S. Federal Reserve’s November interest rate cut.
- This performance came on the heels of an unusual development: For the 12 months through September, the bond market exhibited more volatility than the stock market. When this has happened in the past, it’s been a positive setup for stocks.
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