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Is a US stock market crash beginning? Nasdaq 100 drops over 2% as Dow Jones and S&P 500 struggle after inflation shock hits investors

Is a US stock market crash beginning as Nasdaq sinks 2% after shocking CPI inflation rattles Dow and S&P 500? The Nasdaq 100 plunged more than 2% on Tuesday, extending its steepest single-day sell-off in weeks after the April Consumer Price Index confirmed what markets had quietly feared — US…

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US Senate approves Kevin Warsh for Fed Board, chair confirmation next

The Senate has confirmed Kevin Warsh to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. A vote for his chairmanship is expected soon. This confirmation follows a lifted blockade by Senator Thom Tillis. The move comes as President Trump pushes for lower interest rates. Inflation is currently surging, presenting a challenge for…

The Economic Times

Is the biggest US stock market crash in history coming in 2026? Robert Kiyosaki warns rising debt, sticky inflation and the AI stock bubble could trigger a historic Wall Street collapse

Is the biggest US stock market crash in history coming in 2026 as Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq face rising inflation, oil shock and recession fears? Robert Kiyosaki stock market crash 2026 warning is shaking global investors. He says markets may face the biggest crash in history as debt…

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Pound wobbles and bonds suffer as Starmer battles on

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer defied calls for him to quit, despite a growing number of Labour MPs demanding that he steps aside.

Evening Standard

US Workers’ paychecks lose buying power for first time since 2022: What is crushing middle-class Americans despite rising wages and bigger paychecks running higher?

US inflation rose to 3.8% in April. That is the highest level since May 2023. American workers are now losing buying power again as rising prices move faster than paycheck growth. Real wages fell for the first time in three years. Gasoline prices surged 28.4%. Rent inflation accelerated sharply. Middle-class…

The Economic Times

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Wednesday

Indian equity markets extended losses for a fourth straight session as broad-based selling in IT, banking, auto, and consumer stocks dragged benchmarks lower. Weak global cues, rising inflation data, and technical breakdowns deepened bearish sentiment, with analysts warning further downside toward key support levels.

The Economic Times

Stocks Retreat as Oil Prices Surge and Inflation Accelerates

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.74%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.55%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -1.45%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.74%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Why did the US stock market crash today? Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq sink deep into red as Iran tensions and soaring oil prices fuel fresh inflation fears across Wall Street

US stock market crash today shocked Wall Street after US CPI inflation jumped to 3.8%, the highest level in three years. The Dow Jones fell more than 307 points to 49,396.89, while the S&P 500 declined 0.63% to 7,366.24. The Nasdaq Composite dropped nearly 1%. Tech stocks lost momentum. Nvidia,…

The Economic Times

'A miserable number': Iran war and AI spending drove inflation to a 3-year high

KPMG's Diane Swonk says the Iran war is in your groceries, AI is in your electricity bill, and the Fed has no easy way out.

Fortune

Dollar Rallies on Crude Oil Strength as Hot US CPI Report

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.45%. The dollar is climbing today on renewed concerns that the US-Iran ceasefire may break down after President Trump said the current ceasefire was on "life support." Today's +3% surge in crude oil prices also boosts inflation expectations and may prompt...

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U.S. Inflation Surges In April, With Energy Costs Accounting For 40% Of The Increase

Consumer prices in the U.S. increased again in April, with the latest inflation data showing continued upward pressure across housing, energy, transportation and services.

International Business Times

Iran war pushes US inflation to 3.8% as petrol prices surge

US consumer prices rose 3.8% in April as the Iran war drove petrol costs up 28% in a year, with real wages falling for the first time in three years, according to government data.

Euronews

Stocks Pressured by Rising Oil Prices and Accelerating Inflation

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.44%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.74%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.72%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.38%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Inflation in U.S. jumps to 3-year high, shows CPI report. How will latest data impact U.S Fed Interest Rate Cut decision?

Inflation in U.S.: U.S. consumer prices rose at a brisk clip for a second straight month in April, resulting in the largest annual increase in inflation in nearly three years

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The AI Boom Needs Real Assets to Survive. This ETF Lets You Profit From Both.

AI stocks are stretched, but the boom can't happen without real assets. This VanEck ETF gives investors exposure to both. Is it the smarter way to play AI?

Reason

The War Comes for Your Wallet: Inflation Hits 3.8%, Highest Level in 3 Years

Prices are now rising faster than wages, just like during much of the Biden years. The war in Iran is largely to blame.

The Economic Times

US stocks today: US stocks fall as hot CPI, Iran tensions weigh on sentiment

Wall Street edged lower as hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation and persistent Middle East tensions dampened sentiment. With CPI at a three-year high, markets now see the Federal Reserve holding rates steady for longer, even as earnings strength offers some support.

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Why the Justice Department is Finally Suing to Lower Your Weekly Meat Bill

The cost of feeding a family continues to climb higher every single month at the local supermarket. Many shoppers blame simple inflation for the outrageous prices they see at the neighborhood butcher counter. However, federal regulators recently uncovered a much more complex and deeply frustrating corporate pricing strategy. The government…

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U.S Stock Market today: S&P 500 stocks show signs of historic Wall Street crash, bear market but expert notes ray of hope

U.S. Stock Market index S&P 500 is predicted to extend its rally in 2026, even as Middle East ‌tensions disrupt ⁠global ⁠energy flows and drive inflation higher.

Kiplinger

April CPI Report: Higher Energy Prices Keep Inflation Hot

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is having a major impact on inflation, with April's annual rise in headline CPI the fastest since 2023.

The Economic Times

US consumer inflation rises to 3.8% year-on-year in April as Iran war sends energy prices soaring

Consumer prices in the United States reached a three-year peak in April. This surge is linked to the economic impact of the Iran war. Energy prices saw a significant jump, contributing to the overall rise. Food prices also increased. Core inflation, excluding food and energy, also climbed. Policymakers are working…

The Independent UK

Inflation rises to its highest level since 2023 as fuel costs surge amid Iran war

The consumer price index climbed 3.8% from last month

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5 ETFs to Hedge Your Inflation Risk

Investors looking to preserve the purchasing power of their portfolio may find these inflation-hedging ETFs useful.

The Conversation

Why Kevin Warsh might still prove to be an independent Federal Reserve chair

Kevin Warsh is now likely to secure Senate approval on May 13, 2026, as the next Federal Reserve chair – and become arguably the most powerful central banker in the world. But when Warsh appeared before the Senate Banking Committee for his confirmation hearing in April, one punchy question underscored…

The Guardian - US

US inflation jumped to 3.8% in April as war with Iran continues to drive up prices

Prices rose 3.8% over the last year, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data, highest jump since 2023

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