https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/why-the-markets-don-t-care-about-the-midtermsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/why-the-markets-don-t-care-about-the-midtermshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/why-the-markets-don-t-care-about-the-midterms#u173047Tue, 03 Nov 2026 20:30:35 +0000Financial markets are not reacting strongly to the upcoming US midterm elections, instead focusing on the country's fiscal deterioration. Despite concerns about potential changes in government control, investors seem more worried about the impact of rising debt and inflation on the economy. Historically, markets have performed well under divided government, which could be a factor in the muted response.Why it mattersThe midterm elections are crucial for the balance of power in Congress, but their impact on the markets appears limited. The US fiscal situation, with rising debt and inflatio