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The profit cycle in the U.S. is peaking, says Richard Bernstein

The profit cycle in the U.S. is peaking, says Richard Bernstein

CNBC19-05-2025

Ryan Detrick, Carson Group and Richard Bernstein, Richard Bernstein Advisors, join 'Closing Bell: Overtime' to discuss whether investors should be defensive or stay bullish,

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