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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…

The Economic Times

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

Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh As Fed Governor, Another Step Toward Becoming Chair

The Senate on Tuesday confirmed Kevin Warsh as governor of the Fed, taking another step towards replacing Jerome Powell as chair of the central bank.

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Senate confirms Kevin Warsh to US Federal Reserve Board; Fed chair vote likely on Wednesday

Kevin Warsh is officially stepping into the role of a Federal Reserve governor, primed to steer the US central bank through turbulent political waters. As he prepares for this pivotal leadership role, Warsh is contemplating a strategic overhaul at the Fed, particularly looking to enhance collaboration with the Treasury.

The Economic Times

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

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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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

The Economic Times

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.

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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 Independent UK

US consumer prices rise 3.8% as Iran war sends energy prices higher

U.S. consumer prices climbed a sharply again last month as the 10-week war with Iran pushed energy prices higher

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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

Fortune

The Fed is “meaningfully deviating” from one of the most basic rules for fighting inflation, BofA warns

Everything you need to know before you reach the office this morning.

The Economic Times

Why are gold and silver prices down today, and will gold drop to $4,600 and silver slip to $80? Gold slips as markets assess Middle East tensions and inflation data

Why are gold and silver prices down today, and will gold drop to $4,600 and silver slip to $80? Gold and silver moved lower as markets studied Middle East tensions, U.S. inflation data, and interest rate expectations. Analysts pointed to a stronger dollar, rising oil prices, and changes in rate…

MarketBeat

Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (NYSE:MSDL) reported lower first-quarter net investment income as recent Federal Reserve rate cuts flowed through its floating-rate portfolio, but management said credit performance remained stable and lender economics are beginning to improve. The business develo

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US Stock Market: BofA, Goldman push back Fed easing forecasts amid inflation risks

Major Wall Street brokerages have delayed their expectations for U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts as high energy prices and a strong labour market keep inflation concerns elevated. BofA now expects no rate cuts in 2026, forecasting easing only in mid-2027, while Goldman Sachs has pushed its expected start of rate…

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Virginia Democrats ask conservative-majority US supreme court to restore congressional map approved by voters – as it happened

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Gold rises with US–China talks, MidEast conflict in focus

Gold prices climbed as investors awaited crucial meetings between U.S. President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, while also monitoring the fragile ceasefire negotiations with Iran. Market participants are also anticipating U.S. CPI data to gauge the Federal Reserve's future interest rate decisions.

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