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Published Monday, October 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
AI and the Economy
Hiring, Not Firing
Verdict Friday, January 8, 2027
Retail and Fashion
The LULU Earnings Move
Verdict Friday, December 11, 2026
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The Counter-Wellness Breakout
Verdict Friday, October 30, 2026
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This Thursday's Jobless Claims
Verdict Thursday, October 22, 2026
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