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Two Sumo Wrestlers in the Investment Ring: Earnings Strength vs. Inflation Pressure

Strong earnings growth and rising corporate profit expectations are supporting markets, while hotter inflation data is creating uncertainty around central bank policy. In this environment, the article highlights quality companies with strong balance sheets, pricing power, and durable cash flows as a way to participate in growth while managing inflation and interest-rate risk.