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How do interest rates affect the stock market?

Quick Answer:
Higher rates cool markets; lower rates fuel them.


Learn More:
Rising rates increase borrowing costs, reducing corporate profits and investor appetite. Falling rates boost liquidity and valuations. Monitoring interest cycles helps investors time rebalancing strategically.

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