Economic growth slowed in the fourth quarter of 2025, primarily due to the government shutdown that lasted nearly half the period. The conflict in Iran that began in February negatively impacted oil prices, inflation expectations, and the stock market. Both stocks and bonds finished the quarter with losses.
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