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David Sacks Says the Biggest Risk to the AI Buildout Isn’t Demand, ‘If You Had Dark GPUs, That’d Be a Disaster for Everyone’

David Sacks proposes an unusual take on the bear case that harkens back to the dotcom bubble.

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US Stock Market | Fed policy may be accommodative under medium-term neutral rate estimate: Reports

A San Francisco Fed research paper suggests that US monetary policy may be more accommodative than commonly assessed when measured against a medium-term estimate of the neutral interest rate. The finding adds a fresh dimension to the Fed’s policy debate, even as significant uncertainty around neutral-rate estimates remains.

The Economic Times

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…

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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

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Charting the Global Economy: US CPI softens, UK economy expands

US inflation showed little acceleration in July, reinforcing the Federal Reserve's pause on rate hikes. European economies continued to show resilience, with the UK expanding in June. France also expects to maintain its economic momentum this quarter. Investors favored higher-yield assets in emerging markets.

The Economic Times

US Economy: Inflation eases but prices remain high, retail sales fall, jobless claims rise

Inflation eased last month, but prices remain elevated for American consumers. Retail spending decreased sharply, surprising economists and signaling a slowdown. Existing home sales declined due to record prices and high mortgage rates. Wholesale inflation also fell, offering some relief for future consumer prices. Jobless claims rose slightly but the…

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Wall Street week ahead: Home Depot and Walmart report earnings, minutes of Fed meeting are released

Wall Street will get financial updates from some of the nation’s biggest retailers this week, along with more details from the Federal Reserve’s most recent meeting

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Gold rises on weaker dollar as inflation data cements rate-hold bets

On Friday, gold prices moved upward, signaling a positive outlook for the week. The precious metal received a boost from a weaker dollar and stable inflation figures, reducing the likelihood of an upcoming interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve. Meanwhile, oil prices also showed weekly gains, influenced by escalating…

The Economic Times

The Warsh Rate-Hike Trade Just Collapsed: What It Means for Markets

Financial markets have spent much of August preparing for a potential interest-rate increase by the Federal Reserve, under the leadership of Kevin Warsh. But as of this week, that prospect increasingly looks like a trade from another world.

Benzinga

India bonds end week flat, but demand for long notes firms

Indian government bonds traded within a narrow range this past week. Fading inflation and rate-hike concerns left traders seeking market direction. Buyers entered long bonds as the yield curve steepened, attracting value. Rising oil prices exerted some pressure, but liquidity and softer inflation eased worries. Expectations now suggest neither the…

The Economic Times

Wholesale Prices Were Better Than Expected In July. Expectations Of a Rate Hike Decreased Further.

Expectations for an interest rate hike from the Federal Reserve decreased even further after wholesale inflation remained flat in July.

International Business Times

Stocks steady as US inflation cools as expected

US inflation figures took top billing as the market weighs the chances of an interest rate increase by the Federal Reserve.

Evening Standard

How ‘Phantom’ Data Center Projects Are Making It Impossible to Forecast AI Power Demand — ‘Grid Operators Don’t Know Which Ones Are Real’

Electricity bills are rising, but how much of the AI-fueled demand surge for power is real? As it turns out, we don't really know.

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A Tame Inflation Read Reinforced Bets That The Fed Won't Hike. Stocks Rose.

Stocks rose on Wednesday after a tame inflation report, which reinforced bets that the Federal Reserve will keep rates unchanged in its next meeting.

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Why US stocks are rising: Nasdaq leads Wall Street higher as AI stocks rally, inflation supports Fed pause

US stock markets rallied on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq taking the lead in gains. Encouraging earnings reports from AI infrastructure companies provided a notable boost to technology stocks. Inflation data matched expectations, fostering confidence that the Federal Reserve may opt to maintain current interest rates. Meanwhile, the fluctuating situation in…

The Independent UK

Inflation slowed last month as gas prices fell but costs remain elevated

Cost increases continue to outpace average wage growth, maintaining financial pressure on American households managing higher bills for groceries, fuel, and healthcare

The Economic Times

US consumer prices increase as expected in July

U.S. consumer prices saw a slight increase in July, which could impact Federal Reserve rate decisions. Core inflation also gained marginally, following a previous decline in June. Markets had anticipated a higher chance of a September rate hike before this report. However, the Federal Reserve will still review August data…

Benzinga

Inflation Cools to 3.4% as Expected in July: Is This Enough for the Fed? (UPDATED)

Editor’s note: This article was updated to add more context and detail.

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US July CPI seen rising moderately, Fed rate outlook in focus

US consumer prices are expected to have risen modestly in July, potentially easing market expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike this year. However, inflation remains above the Fed’s target, with Middle East tensions and oil-price uncertainty keeping upside risks elevated.

The Economic Times

Global Markets Today: Asian stocks mixed, oil extends gains

Asian markets showed cautious optimism as crude oil prices experienced slight increases, with eyes on potential agreements in the Middle East. Technology stocks thrived, particularly CoreWeave, which soared following an upgraded forecast. Investors are navigating between geopolitical uncertainties and the Federal Reserve's interest rate strategies, with significant US inflation data…

International Business Times

A Top Goldman Sachs Executive Says Investors Should Stay Invested. These Are Three Reasons Why.

Ashok Varadhan's case rests on the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged through the rest of 2026, oil prices falling significantly, and the economy remaining resilient as artificial intelligence begins delivering productivity gains.

Benzinga

Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Rise as Trump Demands Compensation From Iran— Rocket Lab, ASTS SpaceMobile, Plug Power in Focus (UPDATED)

(Editor’s note: The headline and lede were updated; ETFs and futures data were updated to their latest moves and economic data was added.)

Benzinga

Stock Market: Will S&P 500 Open Up or Down Today?

The S&P 500 ended Monday almost unchanged as investors weighed renewed uncertainty around U.S.-Iran negotiations against hopes that the Strait of Hormuz could eventually reopen. With key inflation data due this week, Polymarket traders are leaning toward another positive open Tuesday.

The Economic Times

Is 'Trumpflation' real? Why Wall Street fears this could be a reason for stock market crash

Wall Street's record rally faces a new test as 'Trumpflation' concerns grow alongside AI-driven pricing pressures. Sticky core PCE inflation at 3.3% and rising Treasury yields raise fears that the Federal Reserve could hold interest rates higher for longer or hike rates, threatening high equity valuations.

Benzinga

Peter Schiff Warns $39.8 Trillion US Debt Is Trapping Fed in Rate-Hike Dilemma: ‘The More Important It Becomes to Raise Rates’

Economist Peter Schiff warned that America’s mounting national debt could leave the Federal Reserve caught between keeping interest rates high enough to contain inflation and keeping borrowing costs manageable.

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