The Long View: Not a Straight Line

Published on July 9, 2026

ClearBridge Investments: Although markets often pause to digest after large gains, history suggests these episodes usually prove fleeting, meaning major indexes could move higher in the second half of 2026.

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Common Investor Biases—and How to Avoid Them

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