Tag: Federal Reserve
Retailers Raise Store Card APRs to Record Highs Ahead of Fed Rate Cuts
Dozens of major U.S. retailers increased the interest rates on their store-branded credit cards to record levels in the year before the Federal Reserve began [more…]
10-Year Treasury Yield Climbs – Fed Cautions Against Rushed Rate Cuts
The 10-year Treasury yield saw a slight uptick on Friday, closing a week marked by significant inflation data and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks [more…]
US Job Market Wobbles Amid Strikes, Hurricanes, Fed Cuts
Last week’s slight uptick in new unemployment claims indicates little overall change in the U.S. labor market but highlights October’s near-stagnant job growth, primarily driven [more…]
Inflation and Jobless Claims Rise Amid Economic Uncertainty
The latest economic data reveals that U.S. inflation slightly exceeded expectations in September, while jobless claims surged to a 14-month high, signaling possible weakness in [more…]
Key Fed Inflation Gauge Drops to 2.2% in August, Easing Path for Rate Cuts
Inflation in the U.S. moved closer to the Federal Reserve’s target in August, signaling progress that could pave the way for future interest rate cuts. [more…]
Stock Market Stability Amid Federal Rate Challenges
Navigating a Complex Financial Landscape As investors navigate the turbulent waters of the stock market in 2024, the prevailing sentiment on Wall Street is a [more…]
Navigating the Shifting Sands of the 2024 Investment Landscape
As we march into 2024, the investment climate presents a perplexing mix of opportunities and challenges. Despite the initial optimism buoyed Wall Street in the [more…]
The Uncertain Timing of Fed Rate Cuts and Market Impacts
The Federal Reserve’s next move on interest rates is the subject of widespread speculation and uncertainty. As Fed officials gather this week to set policy, [more…]
Continued Challenges for US Regional Banks
Despite navigating through a tumultuous 2023, US regional banks still need to be in the clear as they face ongoing financial challenges. This year has [more…]
Market Turbulence Continues as Dow Dives in Second Quarter’s Opening Days
As the second quarter of the year gets underway, investors navigate a tumultuous financial landscape marked by a significant downturn in the stock market. On [more…]
