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Buyers Materialize
10/16/2026 - As I explained on ‘Making Money’ yesterday, we are in an environment where superintelligence anxiety meets higher yields and negative sentiment, and the herd stops in its tracks. I’m calling the latest version of angst in the market:... MORE

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Fear & Loathing
10/15/2026 9:37:34 AM By Charles Payne
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Payne's Perspective: When Genius Becomes Endangered Species

Corporate profits have never been higher, and wages have been on the rise, too. The 90th percentile has enjoyed the biggest wage gains, but the 10th percentile has seen the second-best gains. Read more.

The Dividend Report - October 2026

It’s been a good year for dividend strategies, as the three largest high-dividend exchange-traded-funds (ETFs) have outperformed the S&P 500, while yielding well over 3%. The common theme is rotating into cash-generative companies trading at reasonable multiples in sectors such as Health Care (XLV). Read more.

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Payne's Perspective: Stick with the Winners

10/5/2026 By Charles Payne, CEO & Principal Analyst
What a difference a year makes in life in general, and lately in the bond market in particular. This is a generational move.The brutal, unrelenting rise of Treasury yields continued last week. For many observers, it’s a long-overdue consequence of fiscal fecklessness. Read more.

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Vivian Smith writes: - 7/31/2026
Love your Hotline Charles and I'm thankful for your knowledge and insight. Most of my positions took a painful ride this month however I see the light emerging and held on to all without any panic thanks to strong fundamentals. I appreciate you and this service so much. Have a wonderful weekend! ...more
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