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How high can US debt go before it triggers a financial crisis?

The tax cuts bill currently being debated by the US Senate will add another US$3 trillion (A$4.6 trillion) to US debt. President Donald Trump calls it the “big, beautiful bill”; his erstwhile policy adviser Elon Musk called it a “disgusting abomination”.

The Conversation

Dollar Rallies as Middle East Tensions Intensify and Stocks Fall

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Tuesday rose by +0.83%. The dollar moved higher on Tuesday on an increase in liquidity demand for the dollar as stocks fell after President Trump downplayed the chance of an early end to the Israel-Iran war and said he wants "unconditional surrender" from Iran. Gains...

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Inflation set to slow down following April’s bill hikes

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Middle East tensions keep FTSE 100 on back foot

Donald Trump called for a “complete give-up” by Iran and denied pursuing a ceasefire in the war between the Islamic republic and Israel.

Evening Standard

UK inflation set to cool as prices settle following April bill rises

The rate of Consumer Prices Index inflation is expected to have fallen to 3.3% in May, from 3.5% in April, according to a consensus of analysts.

Evening Standard

Weak Stocks Boost Liquidity Demand for the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.22%. The dollar is climbing today on an increase in liquidity demand for the dollar as stocks fell after President Trump downplayed the chance of an early end to the Israel-Iran war. However, the dollar fell back from its best level...

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'Purgatory:' Fed officials left in limbo as tariffs complicate this week's rate decision

The U.S. economy is mostly in good shape but that isn’t saving Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell from a spell of angst

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Fed meets as policymakers are expected to assert their independence amid Trump’s pressure

After a turbulent spring, investors will be watching this latest Fed meeting to see if Chair Jerome Powell will offer any hints about whether the worst has passed or is yet to come.

Fortune

Australian shares edge lower amid Mideast conflict

Ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran continues to worry investors after US President Donald Trump called for people in Tehran to evacuate.

AAP

Warren Buffett Holds 5.1% of All U.S. T-Bills Despite Once Calling It “A Terrible Long-Term Asset That Pays Virtually Nothing”

Buffett once criticized cash, yet now holds massive T-bills—highlighting a shift driven by high rates, caution, and strategic flexibility.

Barchart

Middle East crisis risks igniting inflation. Here are the markets to watch out for in Australia

Interest rate cuts still likely, experts say, but oil and gold prices are up and the share market is likely to remain volatile

The Guardian - AU

Paycheck Panic: Why Your Salary Might Be Shrinking This Year

You didn’t get demoted. You didn’t change jobs. And yet your paycheck feels… thinner. The direct deposit hits, but the money seems to disappear faster. Groceries cost more, your rent crept up, and somehow, your once-reliable income no longer stretches like it used to.

Clever Dude

European stock markets opened higher despite escalating Israel-Iran conflict

The major European stock indexes opened slightly higher while oil prices stayed elevated due to the uncertainty around the Israel-Iran crisis.

Euronews

Stocks Set to Open Higher Amid Calmer Sentiment, Fed Meeting and U.S. Economic Data in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM25) are up +0.40%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM25) are up +0.45% this morning, signaling a partial rebound from Friday’s sell-off on Wall Street as investors dialed back some risk-off positioning sparked by the hostilities between Israel and Iran.

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Oil Prices Rise Further As Israel-Iran Extends Into Fourth Day

Oil prices extended gains Monday as Israel and Iran pounded each other with missiles for a fourth day and threatened further attacks, stoking fears of a lengthy conflict that could reignite inflation.

AAP

Aussie shares stall as conflict weighs on confidence

Air and drone attacks in the Middle East have dominated market sentiment since Israel launched air strikes in Iran last week, sending oil prices surging.

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Geopolitics, the Fed and Other Can't Miss Items this Week

The stock market opens a shortened trading week under the shadow of escalating Middle East tensions following Israel's attack on Iran's nuclear, missile and military complex early Friday. Here are 5 things to watch this week in the Market.

Clever Dude

8 “Safe” Investments That Left Retirees Broke

Retirement should be a time to enjoy the fruits of decades of hard work, not a period of financial anxiety. Yet, many retirees have watched their nest eggs evaporate after trusting so-called “safe” investments. The idea of a safe investment is comforting, but history shows that even the most trusted…

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Evening Standard

UK interest rates predicted to stay at 4.25% with Bank ‘nimble’ amid uncertainty

Most economists think the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will opt to keep rates on hold when it meets on Thursday.

International Business Times

US Fed Set To Hold Rates Steady In The Face Of Trump Pressure

The US central bank is expected to keep interest rates unchanged for a fourth straight policy meeting this week, despite President Donald Trump's push for rate cuts, as officials contend with uncertainty sparked by the Republican's tariffs.

Clever Dude

7 Ways Inflation Is Quietly Humiliating the Middle Class

Inflation isn’t just a buzzword tossed around by economists—it’s a daily reality that’s quietly reshaping the lives of the middle class. If you’ve noticed your paycheck doesn’t stretch as far as it used to, you’re not alone. The rising cost of living is forcing many families to make uncomfortable choices,…

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Dollar Rebounds Mildly Higher on Israel's Attack on Iran

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday rose by +0.28%, rebounding higher from Thursday's 3-1/4 year low. The dollar Friday rallied on Israel's overnight attack on Iran, which sparked some safe-haven demand for the dollar. The dollar also moved higher as the 10-year T-note yield rose by +5 bp due...

Fortune

U.S. data quality has been declining for years. Now Trump’s cutbacks are leading economists to question its figures

More squishy data could lead to errors for businesses, investors, and even the Federal Reserve.

Fortune

Israel’s attacks on Iran may keep Fed rate cuts on hold, just as inflation was looking better

The 10-year Treasury yield jumped 6.9 basis points on Friday to $4.426, reversing a dip in the immediate aftermath of the attacks.

The Independent UK

Voices: What is the cost to the economy of Israel’s attack on Iran?

COMMENT : Oil prices jumped on the news of the extraordinary attacks, posing the risk of inflation, while gold surged and share prices fell. So far, so familiar, writes James Moore – but there’s a reason investors should hold their nerves

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