Closing Bell Closing Bell: Time to Shift Your Strategy? 2/19/26
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Feb 19, 2026 Dan Chung, CEO & CIO of Alger, a tech and AI-focused investor; Chris Harvey, head of equity and portfolio strategy at CIBC, a macro and sector strategist. They discuss AI-driven sector rotation and why quality names matter. They cover rising macro and geopolitical risks, energy market reactions, and opportunities in healthcare and industrials.
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Expect A Midyear Correction Risk
- A 5–10% correction in the first half of the year is not unusual and could be the main source of market stress.
- Weather-driven economic hiccups and data surprises could temporarily reprice risk.
Live Nation Beats But Faces Antitrust Risk
- Live Nation posted an early-quarter beat in revenue and operating income but faces regulatory and antitrust scrutiny.
- Investors will watch the earnings call for commentary on the DOJ and 39-state lawsuit.
Blue Owl Accelerates Redemptions
- Blue Owl accelerated redemptions, offering 30% of capital back at book value within 45 days to a group of investors.
- The firm also sold $1.4 billion in loans near par to address private credit liquidity concerns.