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Global accountant confidence improved in Q2 2026 from record lows, though remains weak historically. Over 75% reported increased operating costs due to Middle East conflict impacts and supply chain disruptions. While the AI boom supports growth, geopolitical risks and economic pressures remain top concerns. Central banks face potential policy tightening if firms pass costs to consumers.

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The article recommends a three-ETF portfolio strategy for complete diversification without requiring extensive stock picking. Start with a broad S&P 500 index fund (SPY or VOO) as the foundation, add a dividend/value ETF (SCHD) to hedge against growth stock volatility, and include a technology sector ETF (XLK or QQQ) for growth exposure. This approach provides instant diversification while acknowledging that most active investors underperform the market.

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The Select Sector SPDR Trust - State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF is an exchange traded fund launched by State Street Global Advisors, Inc. It is managed by SSGA Funds Management, Inc. The fund invests in public equity markets of the United States. It invests in stocks of companies operating across information technology sectors. It invests in growth and value stocks of companies across diversified market capitalization. The fund seeks to track the performance of the Technology Select Sector Index, by using full replication technique. The Select Sector SPDR Trust - State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF was formed on December 16, 1998 and is domiciled in the United States.

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