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US midterm elections results 2026 explained: Why could counting take days and which states hold the key?

The US midterms will determine control of Congress, with narrow Republican majorities in both chambers and results potentially delayed by ballot counting and ranked-choice voting. Voters will also decide 36 governorships.

US midterm elections results 2026 explained: Why could counting take days and which states hold the key?

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We Feel It Too, but Most Stocks Actually Held Up

Monday's selling stayed mostly in tech and energy, while eight of 11 sectors rose. Today's midterms are another reason to keep a long view.

  • Nasdaq fell 1% Monday despite S&P 500's overall gain
  • Tech and energy sectors declined amid AI and oil price concerns
  • Diversified portfolios likely minimized market impact

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