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The Markets Have Been on a Roll. Is It Time to Hedge Your Bets?

NYT Business Friday 14 August 2026, 13:00 UTC By Jeff Sommer 1 min read

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The S&P 500 is in position for a rare fourth year of consecutive annual gains. Risks are rising, our columnist says, yet Wall Street is doubling down.

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The Markets Have Been on a Roll. Is It Time to Hedge Your Bets?

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