Record Profits Face Shrinking Growth Room in 2026
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U.S. pretax corporate profits hit a record toward the end of 2025, and analysts expect profits to stay strong in 2026 despite weak consumer sentiment and high energy costs. But many forecasters warn the headroom for further gains is narrowing, with multiple theories about what's driving the current profit surge.
Corporate Profits Are at Record Highs. These 4 Factors Could Sink Them. The New York Times
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