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Jim Jordan Defends Trump’s Economy but Admits Costs Are ‘Tough’ for Middle-Class Families

Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) said the U.S. economy is moving in a "pretty good direction," while acknowledging that higher costs remain difficult for middle-class and working-class families.

Benzinga · Aug 17

Stocks Set to Open Higher on Tech Boost, Fed Minutes and Retail Earnings Awaited

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.14%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.46% this morning as investors kicked off the new week by piling into tech stocks amid fresh evidence of surging AI demand.

Barchart · Aug 17

Global Market: Euro zone bond yields hover near 15-year highs as Middle East war fuels inflation fears

Euro zone bond yields stayed near 15-year highs as Middle East conflict-driven energy inflation raised expectations for ECB rate hikes. Germany’s 10-year Bund yield held around 3.20%, while widening Italy-Germany spreads highlighted growing geopolitical, inflation and fiscal risks across the region.

The Economic Times · Aug 17

Iran warns of escalating sanctions, market inflation; says enemy wants to compensate for defeat in economic war

Iran's First Vice President warns of economic warfare after military standoffs. He stated that adversaries seek to exploit inflation and provoke social discontent. Iran remains committed to international law but will protect its rights and achievements. The government must counter economic pressure through national unity and planning. Improving livelihoods and…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

Global Market: Japan stocks edge lower after GDP growth misses forecasts

Japanese equities traded mostly lower as weaker-than-expected economic growth and elevated oil prices weighed on investor sentiment. Concerns over Middle East tensions, inflation and rising bond yields added to the pressure, while a weak market breadth reflected cautious investor sentiment. The Nikkei 225 and Topix both declined in early trading.

The Economic Times · Aug 17

US Stock Market: Fed uncertainty, oil prices in focus as earnings sustain market optimism

Investors enter the week focused on interest rates, inflation and geopolitical risks, while strong corporate earnings support equities. The Federal Reserve’s Jackson Hole symposium and AI infrastructure spending remain key market catalysts. Robust earnings, positive guidance and Big Tech investment could offset macroeconomic concerns, though higher oil prices remain a…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

ETMarkets Smart Talk | Dhawal Dalal’s fixed-income playbook: Stagger bond bets, favour AAA debt

While the near-term rate outlook remains uncertain amid global inflation and energy price risks, the fixed-income landscape continues to offer opportunities across select segments.

The Economic Times · Aug 17

Bonds face a bigger threat than the Fed as global rates climb

As central banks worldwide, notably in Japan, Canada, and the euro zone, signal plans for sharper interest rate increases than the US, global markets prepare for potential volatility. This transition puts traditional bond safety under strain while anticipating a ripple effect on stock valuations and currency fluctuations. Investors are left…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

Retail Earnings, Fed Minutes and Other Key Things to Watch this Week

Markets face a retail-dominated week where Home Depot (HD), Target (TGT), TJX Companies (TJX), and Walmart (WMT) report earnings providing critical consumer spending assessment across income segments.

Barchart · Aug 16

Interest rate dilemma for central banks as inflation rises but growth slows

The Federal Reserve, the ECB and the Bank of England appear unclear on how to tackle inflation amid the Iran war

The Guardian - UK · Aug 16