Stocks rally when Congress goes on summer break. Here is the hidden reason.
MarketWatch· Mark Hulbert· Jul 6, 2026 · 11:42 AM
Stock prices face greater volatility when lawmakers are active, driven entirely by the regulatory uncertainty they create.
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