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Wall Street rises as Middle East hopes lift sentiment

US stocks have closed higher as investors monitored developments in the Middle East and as Kevin Warsh took over as head of the Federal Reserve.

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Kevin Warsh sworn in by Clarence Thomas as Trump claims he wants ‘independent’ Fed Reserve under his hand-picked chair

Trump has spent years attempting to bully the central bank into lowering interest rates to artificially juice the U.S. economy

The Independent UK

US Fed governor Chris Waller joins chorus calling for potential rate hikes

US Federal Reserve Governor Chris Waller on Friday added his voice to a growing bloc of policymakers calling for the US central bank to indicate that its next move could be an interest rate hike. Three Fed regional presidents backed removing the easing bias language, while one governor backed an…

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Stocks Climb on US-Iran Peace Hopes and Strength in Chipmakers

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.50%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.63%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.73%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.47%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Gains and Gold Falls on Hawkish Waller

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up +0.15%, just below Thursday's 6-week high. The dollar is supported by hawkish comments from Fed Governor Christopher Waller, who said he supports a Fed rate increase if inflation doesn't soon slow. Gains in the dollar are limited by today's downward revision to...

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Kevin Warsh takes over US Fed with a policy problem already in view

An unfolding boom in artificial intelligence technology is reshaping the economy in ways Fed officials say could be profound for workers, companies and consumers, but will be hard for Warsh and his colleagues to assess in real time. At the same moment inflation is already high and potentially heading higher…

The Economic Times

Stocks Supported by US-Iran Peace Deal Optimism

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.54%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.70%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.53%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.50%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Trump officials tried to ban half of US voting machines, citing conspiracy theories

A Trump administration plan aimed to ban Dominion voting machines. Officials considered declaring components national-security risks. This effort sought federal control over elections. The plan failed due to a lack of evidence. This episode highlights attempts to influence election processes. It occurred as Republicans anticipated midterm losses.

The Economic Times

Robert Kiyosaki Blames the Federal Reserve for America's Homelessness Crisis — Calls It a 'Criminal Organization'

Robert Kiyosaki criticises the Federal Reserve, claiming its policies contribute to US homelessness by inflating living costs and widening economic inequality, sparking debate on central banking's role.

International Business Times UK

S&P Futures Gain as Bond Yields Fall, U.S.-Iran Updates Awaited

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are trending up +0.15% this morning as Treasury yields fell, putting the benchmark index on course for its eighth consecutive weekly gain.

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Warsh takes over Fed with a policy problem already in view

Kevin Warsh takes charge as the new Fed leader. He faces a critical juncture for the economy and monetary policy. Inflation is high and could rise further. Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries. Warsh must decide whether to raise interest rates to combat inflation. His actions will be closely watched by…

The Economic Times

US Stock Market: Fed mulls longer dollar liquidity support for global central banks

The US Federal Reserve is considering extending dollar swap lines with major global central banks to strengthen financial stability amid rising geopolitical risks, according to Reuters. Officials say longer-term liquidity arrangements could provide greater certainty to markets and reinforce the Fed’s role in supporting global funding systems during stress periods.

The Economic Times

US Stock Market: Treasury yield surge sparks mortgage hedging frenzy, deepens bond selloff

Rising Treasury yields are forcing investors to sell government debt. This is due to increased risks from higher interest rates and fewer mortgage refinances. Stronger inflation data has led markets to expect further Federal Reserve action. This activity is causing significant swings in the bond market.

The Economic Times

Gold slips as oil strength, interest rate worries dampen appeal

Gold prices dipped for a second week, pressured by escalating oil costs and growing inflation worries. Concerns over potential interest rate hikes by the U.S. Federal Reserve, fueled by a resilient job market and ongoing geopolitical tensions, are impacting the precious metal. Investors are closely watching economic indicators and international…

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Stocks Rebound as Crude Oil Falls on Hopes for a US-Iran Deal

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Thursday closed up +0.17%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.55%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.20%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.18%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Supported by Middle East Uncertainty

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 6-week high on Thursday and finished up by +0.13%. Doubts over a US-Iran peace deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz boosted safe-haven demand for the dollar today after Reuters reported that Iran's Supreme Leader said enriched uranium must stay in...

The Independent UK

US mortgage rates climb to 6.51% reaching their highest level since last summer

Several factors influence mortgage rates, including the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy decisions and bond market investors’ economic and inflation expectations

Fortune

The Fed is dusting off a 60-year-old economic theory to explain why AI's entry-level job cuts could devastate corporate America

Kenneth Arrow argued that experience-based knowledge ripples through the entire economy. Automating entry-level jobs doesn't just hurt young workers, it could hollow out the companies doing the cutting.

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Stocks Indexes Turn Green in Afternoon Trade as Oil Prices Retreat

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is up +0.15%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.34%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.14%. Equity markets are pushing higher this afternoon, tracking a sharp midday reversal in energy markets...

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Stocks Fall on Doubts Over a US-Iran Peace Deal

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.44%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.47%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.49%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.40%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

The Economic Times

US Stock Market: Fed weighs new payment account framework amid crypto push

The Federal Reserve proposed a new payment account category for fintech and crypto firms, offering limited access to central bank payment infrastructure. This move aims to reduce transaction costs and improve efficiency, though it faces opposition from traditional banks concerned about risks. The proposal signals a shift in financial access,…

The Economic Times

US Stock Market: Fed split widens as policymakers debate inflation and growth risks

Deepening divisions at the Federal Reserve highlight a struggle with stubborn inflation and geopolitical uncertainty. Policymakers debated interest rate hikes, with four dissenting votes, the highest since 1992. Incoming Chair Kevin Warsh's stance on lower rates adds complexity to the central bank's balancing act.

The Economic Times

Gold steady as US-Iran peace deal hopes offset inflation fears

Gold prices held steady as optimism surrounding a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal countered concerns over oil-driven inflation and rising global interest rates. While U.S. Treasury yields and oil prices dipped on hopes of a Middle East accord, Federal Reserve minutes indicated a potential for policy firming if inflation persists above…

The Economic Times

Fed Minutes: More officials warned of rate hike scenario

Federal Reserve officials signaled a potential shift towards interest rate hikes if inflation persists above their 2% target. Many policymakers advocated for removing the central bank's easing bias, suggesting the next move could be a rate increase. This stance reflects growing concerns about inflationary pressures.

International Business Times

Trump Orders Federal Reserve Review Of Crypto Access To US Payment Rails

The directive requires U.S. financial regulators to evaluate barriers restricting crypto and fintech firms from direct participation in central payment infrastructure.

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