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Three Charts That Have Our Attention

If you are curious about what’s going on in the market or economy, we’d like to share some charts / graphics that we think are insightful.

PC Pressure. Private credit has been one of the fastest-growing corners of financial markets in recent years, but the stocks of major players in the space have not been immune to this year's broader market volatility. As the chart below illustrates, shares of several leading private credit firms have come under significant pressure in 2026.

Green Jacket Pressure. Wearable technology is giving us an unprecedented look inside elite athletic performance, and Rory McIlroy's back-to-back Masters win is a perfect example. As the WHOOP data above shows, McIlroy's heart rate actually dropped as he approached the winning putt, falling to just 105 bpm before surging to 150 bpm the moment the ball dropped

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​Breaking Down the Debt. The U.S. national debt now stands at $39 trillion, and most of it is owed to Americans themselves. Domestic holders including mutual funds, pension funds, and individual investors own the largest share, while foreign governments and institutions hold roughly a quarter of the total.

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​Cost of Cutting the Cord. Streaming was once celebrated as the affordable alternative to cable, but monthly subscription costs have risen steadily across the board. Watching your favorite content ad-free can now rival (or even exceed) what many households used to pay for traditional TV.

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