October 2026

Markets in Focus: October 15, 2026

By: Bob Behan, CFA®, President and Head of Distribution, and Joe Bell, CFA®, CMT, CFP®, Chief Investment Officer of Funds and Portfolios

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Key Takeaways

Strong Earnings Growth Is Fueling Market Returns

Persistent Inflation Is Complicating the Fed’s Next Move

Narrow Market Leadership Is Raising Concerns

Midterm Elections Could Create a Seasonal Market Tailwind

Meeder Is Taking a More Defensive Approach to Portfolio Positioning

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