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Political Disagreement Fuels Market Gains as Equities Hit All-Time Highs
Political Disagreement Fuels Market Gains as Equities Hit All-Time Highs
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US equities surged to record levels this week despite political turbulence—tariffs, Federal Reserve criticism, and Bureau of Labor Statistics controversies. Paradoxically, new research suggests market gains may stem from this very discord. A study employing 216 AI-generated "virtual investors" revealed stocks sparking the most political disagreement delivered superior returns.
Academic findings show partisans increasingly conflate economic data with political opinion. When monetary incentives encouraged factual responses, accuracy improved sharply. Markets may function similarly, with financial stakes sharpening participants' objectivity.
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