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New York Manufacturing Activity Nearly Holds Up Despite Iran War, Input Prices in Check, Expectations Robust — Are Firms Ignoring the Oil Shock?
New York manufacturing stalled in March, even as manufacturers remained cautiously optimistic about investment and future business conditions ahead of the FOMC meeting.
DXY Futures Stall Ahead of Jobless Claims Data after Hawkish FOMC Minutes Fail to Deliver Follow-through Buying
DXY futures traded flat after a data- and FOMC-driven rally, with traders awaiting jobless claims and trade balance for the next directional catalyst.
FOMC Minutes Show Deep Divisions as Central Bank Weighs Rate Path Amid Inflation Risks Following Iran War
FOMC minutes reveal divisions as policymakers weigh inflation risks, labor weakness, and geopolitical uncertainty, signaling flexibility on rate hikes or cuts while emphasizing data dependence and a cautious, meeting-by-meeting approach.
US Producer Prices Rise Less Than Expected in March, Buoying Market — Yet Persistent Inflation May Keep Fed in a Bind
U.S. producer inflation rose less than expected in March despite higher energy prices, while markets rallied; however, persistent inflation and geopolitical tensions keep uncertainty over future Federal Reserve policy decisions elevated.
Americans Were Calm on Inflation Just Ahead of Iran War, shows NY Fed Survey: Now onto Fed Decision as Oil Shock Looms
U.S. February inflation expectations eased slightly, but oil price surge clouds outlook ahead of Fed meeting, keeping markets cautious.
S&P 500 Closes In on Record as Peace Optimism Builds; New York Manufacturing Jumps to 11, Crushing Forecasts
New York manufacturing activity rebounded sharply in April with strong gains in orders, shipments, and employment, while rising input costs, weakening optimism, and softer capital spending signaled cautious outlook.
US Stock Futures Pause as S&P 500 Knocks on Record's Door After Iran War Loses Vanish
Markets rebounded after war-driven selloff, supported by resilient earnings, easing volatility, and AI-led tech strength, with strategists expecting momentum to continue despite geopolitical risks and upcoming Fed decision.
US Service Sector Slows on Iran War Concerns, But Remains in Expansion, Keeping Rate Cut Hopes Barely Alive
U.S. services PMI weakened in March as Iran war disruptions lifted costs and hurt employment, while markets rallied on softer data amid hopes the Fed may take a dovish stance.
March’s Blockbuster Jobs Report Makes the Case for Delaying Rate Hikes as the Fed Assesses Iran War Impact
U.S. job growth rebounded strongly in March, signaling a resilient labor market that could delay Federal Reserve rate cuts despite ongoing inflation concerns and a slight decline in labor force participation.
Fed Holds Rates Steady Despite Nudging Up Inflation Estimates, Flags Uncertainty Over US-Iran War
The Fed chose to wait and watch how inflation plays out in the aftermath of the Middle East shock but remained optimistic of the economic momentum.
Stock Futures Extend Losses Amid Stagflationary Fears as Oil Spikes Past $84 — How to Play the Volatility
Escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and oil supply risks raise stagflation concerns, complicating global monetary policy outlook ahead of key economic data.
China Regulatory Clampdown Adds New Pressure As Copper, Aluminum And Platinum Futures Extend Losses
Metals slid as dollar strength, China’s clampdown on high-frequency trading, and hawkish Fed signals pressured prices, offsetting strong industrial demand and keeping markets cautious globally.