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Secretary Bessent Defends NASDAQ Amid Media Gloom

4/29/2025

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Secretary Scott Bessent of the Treasury took a stand against the media's negative portrayal of the stock market, pointing out that the NASDAQ has actually seen improvements despite gloomy April reports. He highlighted the resilience of consumer spending, challenging the narrative of widespread economic pessimism among Americans.

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Secretary Scott Bessent of the Treasury took a stand against the media's negative portrayal of the stock market, pointing out that the NASDAQ has actually seen improvements despite gloomy April reports. He highlighted the resilience of consumer spending, challenging the narrative of widespread economic pessimism among Americans.