Markets, the Fed’s “Data Dependence,” and What to Watch Next

Markets, the Fed’s “Data Dependence,” and What to Watch Next

February 20, 2026 · 13 min · Episode 141

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Mary MacNamara discusses market movements and key economic indicators with economist Jose Torres.

In this episode of the Cents of Security Podcast, host Mary MacNamara sits down with Interactive Brokers Senior Economist Jose Torres to break down what’s moving markets right now—and which economic releases matter most for newer investors.

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