U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he recently spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin about launching immediate negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. In a post on his social media platform,...
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reiterated a wait-and-see approach during his testimony, signaling that the central bank is in no hurry to cut rates despite persistent inflation concerns. Treasury...
President Donald Trump has escalated tensions by announcing new tariffs that raise the U.S. duty on aluminium to 25%—eliminating all previous exemptions—and imposing similar measures on steel imports....
Recent price action in banking stocks led investors to a couple of conclusions about the United States economy and where the opportunity might be.
As trade tariffs boost market volatility, investors might want to start considering a few of these discounted stocks that shouldn't be this low.
President Donald Trump has paused his administration's repeal of the de minimis duty-free treatment for low-cost packages from China, a move that comes after a rapid policy change sent shockwaves through...
US job growth took a breather in January as nonfarm payrolls increased by 143,000, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.0%—the lowest level since May. Average hourly earnings jumped 0.5% month-over-month...
President Donald Trump has indicated that he plans to announce reciprocal tariffs as early as Friday during budget discussions with Republican lawmakers at the White House. This initiative, aimed at imposing...
Citadel offered a rare glimpse into its multistrategy funds during one of the most lucrative periods in hedge fund history. The prospectus, produced for a $1 billion bond offering, revealed that the firm’s...
Weekly initial jobless claims rose by 11,000 to a seasonally adjusted 219,000 for the week ended February 1, reflecting modestly easing labor market conditions. Despite the slight uptick, opportunities...
After a volatile week in the stock market, it has become clear to investors that utility stocks and bonds are what's considered safe in the near term.
There are three areas in the market that could clearly command a rotation in the coming quarter, backed by economic tailwinds and themes.
Tensions between the United States and China escalated after the U.S. implemented a 10% tariff on Chinese imports on Feb. 4. In response, China retaliated with tariffs on U.S. products, including a 15%...
Dollar traders are betting that Tuesday’s 0.7% drop in the Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index is merely a short-lived setback. After six consecutive sessions of gains, the greenback pulled back from its highest...
U.S. long-term interest rates remain stubbornly high in February 2025. While the Fed continues to cut the short-term Fund Funds Rate, the U.S. 30-year Treasury bond futures remain not far from the most...
With interest rates stabilizing at higher levels, investors can still lock in attractive yields from bonds and can further enhance that yield via covered calls.
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order mandating the creation of a sovereign wealth fund within the next year, a move that could radically alter the nation’s economic landscape. The proposal...
U.S. President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reached a last-minute agreement to delay new tariffs on Mexico for one month. In exchange for the reprieve, Mexico committed to reinforcing...
The global stock market is threatened by renewed escalation in trade war. This is especially true as President Donald Trump levied 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico and 10% on China this weekend, citing...
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge showed muted gains in December, reinforcing expectations that interest rate cuts could proceed in 2025. The core personal consumption expenditures (PCE)...
US jobless claims dropped more than expected last week, underscoring a labor market that remains resilient despite signs of cooling job availability. Initial claims for state unemployment benefits declined...
The U.S. goods trade deficit surged to a record $122.1 billion in December, as businesses rushed to import goods ahead of anticipated tariffs under President Donald Trump’s administration. The sharp...
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday as policymakers assess inflation trends and the potential economic impacts of President Donald Trump’s policies. The...
Credit conditions are emerging as a critical factor for the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting this week, as officials evaluate the potential for expanded bank lending under the Trump administration's...
President Donald Trump’s early moves in his second term are already creating uncertainty for the U.S. Federal Reserve as it seeks to navigate the final phase of its inflation-fighting campaign. While...
President Donald Trump urged lower oil prices and immediate interest rate cuts during his virtual address at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos on Thursday. Trump called on Saudi Arabia and other...
The U.S. stock market stumbled near record highs on Wednesday, dragged down by a selloff in semiconductor stocks after SK Hynix’s lackluster earnings raised doubts about the sustainability of AI-related...
Initial jobless claims in the U.S. rose by 6,000 to a seasonally adjusted 223,000 for the week ending Jan. 18, according to data released by the Labor Department on Thursday. Despite the slight increase,...
Donald Trump began his second term with significant policy pivots that have left markets and corporate leaders grappling with uncertainty. Early Monday, Trump suggested he would hold off on imposing steep...