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Business

The stock market is driving the economy in one major way

MarketWatch · August 17, 2026 at 9:35 AM

The stock market is driving the economy in one major way

The wealth effect of higher equity prices has enabled U.S. consumers to continue spending even when changes in disposable income suggested recessions might be possible

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