Hospitals across the U.S. are facing critical shortages of sterile IV solutions, prompting the American Hospital Association to urge the Biden administration to take immediate action, including invoking the Defense Production Act. The shortages, exacerbated by Hurricane Helene's impact on Baxter International's North Carolina facility, have led some health systems to reschedule non-emergency procedures to conserve supplies. The situation is expected to worsen unless federal measures are implemented to increase production and distribution flexibility.
Investors' risk appetite is improving, with the S&P 500 reaching new highs and the VIX index falling below 20. However, volatility may rise due to uncertainties surrounding the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy and ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and Iran. As the US presidential election approaches, market fluctuations are expected, prompting recommendations for investors to manage potential volatility through structured strategies and exposure to gold and oil as hedges.
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