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Dollar Rallies and Gold Sinks as Powell Pushes Back Against Rate Cuts

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday extended this week’s rally and rose by +0.88% to a 2-month high. Signs of strength in the US economy boosted the dollar Wednesday after the July ADP employment change rose more than expected by the most in four months, and Q2 GDP expanded...

‘Is Jerome Powell Just Evil?’: Grant Cardone Slams Fed Chair Because ‘High Interest Rates’ Are Hurting ‘Regular People’

‘Is Jerome Powell Just Evil?’: Grant Cardone Slams Fed Chair Because ‘High Interest Rates’ Are Hurting ‘Regular People’

Grant Cardone’s critical view of high U.S. interest rates reflects his longstanding advocacy for everyday investors and aggressive style in challenging financial policy.

US Federal Reserve leaves rates unchanged despite Trump pressures

US Federal Reserve leaves rates unchanged despite Trump pressures

The decision also drew dissent from two of the central bank’s governors, both Trump appointees.

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Trump hits ‘too late’ Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve keeps interest rates steady despite two board dissenters

President has failed to bully the central bank into lowering interest rates to artificially boost the US economy but double dissent on board is rarity

The Independent UK

Fed Skips Rate Cut Again—But Reveals Something We Haven't Seen Since 1993

Anticipation was sky-high heading into a politically charged Federal Reserve meeting, after months of relentless pressure from President Donald Trump to deliver rate cuts, but the central bank didn't budge.

Jerome Powell’s Federal Reserve holds rates steady despite immense pressure from Trump to cut, cut, cut

The Fed cited the economy’s resilience as part of its motivation for maintaining rates.

What Federal Interest Rates Mean for Your Grocery Bill

The relationship between grocery prices and the Federal Reserve has plenty of back-and-forth. Understand how they interplay.

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US Q2 GDP growth masks broader economic downturn

US Q2 GDP growth masks broader economic downturn

Consumer spending ticked up slightly after a near halt, but private sector investments plunged in the second quarter.

Stocks Rise Ahead Of Fed Meeting, Oil Jumps To $70: What's Moving Markets Wednesday?

Stocks Rise Ahead Of Fed Meeting, Oil Jumps To $70: What's Moving Markets Wednesday?

U.S. stocks inched higher midday Wednesday, as investors digested upbeat economic data while keeping an optimistic tone ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy decision and a wave of key tech earnings due after the bell.

Exxon, Chevron Could Be Wall Street's Best-Kept Secrets This Quarter

Exxon, Chevron Could Be Wall Street's Best-Kept Secrets This Quarter

While market focus is fixed on Big Tech earnings and the Federal Reserve meeting, the real surprise this week could emerge from the oil sector, as ExxonMobil Corp. (NYSE:XOM) and Chevron Corp. (NYSE:CVX) gear up to report results on Friday morning.

FTSE 100 ends flat ahead of likely US rate hold

FTSE 100 ends flat ahead of likely US rate hold

The FTSE 100 index closed up just 0.62 of a point at 9,136.94.

Evening Standard

Powell Cornered? Strong GDP, Jobs Data Weaken September Rate Cut Odds

Powell Cornered? Strong GDP, Jobs Data Weaken September Rate Cut Odds

After a quarter of contraction and political pressure mounting, the U.S. economy's surprise second-quarter growth and a sharp rebound in private jobs in July have weakened the case for a September rate cut, leaving Fed Chair Jerome Powell in the hot seat ahead of Wednesday’s pivotal policy decision.

Trump has given Powell 'no motivation to cooperate' says former White House commerce secretary—he might now be paying the price for it

Trump has given Powell 'no motivation to cooperate' says former White House commerce secretary—he might now be paying the price for it

Trump's former commerce secretary, Wilbur Ross, tells Fortune that President Trump has given the Fed an unwinnable dilemma.

Stocks Edge Higher Before FOMC Meeting Results

Stocks Edge Higher Before FOMC Meeting Results

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.24%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.12%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.32%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) are up +0.20%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Solid US Economic Reports Boost the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today extended this week's rally and is up by +0.59% at a 2-month high. Signs of strength in the US economy are boosting the dollar today after the July ADP employment change rose more than expected by the most in four months, and Q2 GDP...

Stocks Supported by Signs of a Resilient US Economy

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.11%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.02%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.24%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) are up +0.12%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

US Economy Roars Back With 3% Growth, Handing Trump A Timely Victory

After the sharpest quarterly contraction in three years, the U.S. economy roared back robustly in the second quarter, with gross domestic product rebounding well above expectations—offering President Donald Trump a timely economic victory to celebrate.

The Guardian - US

Divided Fed leaves interest rates unchanged despite Trump pressure

Two Federal Reserve governors vote against decision as US GDP grows at an annual rate of 3% in second quarter

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Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Under Pressure As Retail Traders Short Ahead Of FOMC

Cryptocurrency markets are trading flat as retail traders increase short positions ahead of FOMC meeting and final tariff deadline of Aug. 1.

The markets are poised for volatility today if they see anything that looks like a vibe shift at the Fed

Investors are positioning themselves for some excitement today. They are likely to get it—as we get new numbers on U.S. GDP, a new rate decision from the Fed, and ADP reports on private payrolls.

Stock Index Futures Gain Ahead of U.S. GDP Data and Fed Rate Decision, Microsoft and Meta Earnings on Tap

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are up +0.12%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are up +0.21% this morning, pointing to a slightly higher open on Wall Street, while investors await the Federal Reserve’s policy decision, a fresh batch of U.S. economic data, including the ADP employment report…

Stock Market Today: US Future Edge Higher Ahead Of FOMC Decision—Meta, Microsoft Earnings In Focus

U.S. stock futures rose on Wednesday after ending lower on Tuesday. Futures of major benchmark indices were slightly higher.

The Fed Will Cut Interest Rates

The US Federal Open Market Committee will cut rates again. Someday. Just not today.

Bitcoin Trades Flat Ahead Of Fed Interest Rate Decision; Ethereum, Dogecoin Gain: Analyst Says 'Next Impulse' Will Send BTC To $130,000

The cryptocurrency market remained calm Tuesday ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, with traders expecting the central bank to keep rates unchanged.

International Business Times

Markets Mixed As China-US Talks End, Eyes On Tech Earnings

Asian markets were mixed Wednesday as investors kept tabs on China-US developments after they agreed to further talks to extend their trade truce, while eyes were also on tech earnings and a key Federal Reserve meeting.

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