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Stocks Settle Higher and Bond Yields Fall on Fed Rate Cut Optimism

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Wednesday closed up +0.51%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.20%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.67%. Stock indexes on Wednesday posted moderate gains as bond yields fell after the ADP...

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Stock Market Today: Stocks Rise After Powell Repeats Rate-Cut Message

The main indexes closed higher after Fed Chief Powell stuck to his script on inflation and interest rates in today's congressional testimony.

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Dollar Falls to 1-Month Low as T-note Yields Drop on Powell Comments

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday fell by -0.38% and posted a 1-month low. The dollar came under pressure Wednesday after the U.S. Feb ADP employment report showed companies hired fewer workers than expected, a dovish factor for Fed policy. The dollar extended its losses as T-note yields dropped...

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2 'Anti-Fed' ETFs to Consider as Bitcoin, Gold Rise to Record Highs

Both gold and Bitcoin should be viewed as beneficiaries when investors price in expectations for looser monetary policy. Here's how investors can bet on higher highs for these closely related asset classes.

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Oil Prices Rise 2% On US Crude Stock Build

Oil prices rose 2% on lower US crude inventories and Fed rate cut expectations, reflecting market uncertainty and geopolitical tensions.

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Biden to challenge GOP on lowering costs in State of the Union address - Roll Call

President Biden will tout his “decisive action” on the economy during his State of the Union address, a White House official said.

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Potentially Double Your Investments With These 3 Financial Stocks

The strong US economic expansion in 2023, surpassing GDP estimates, is expected to benefit the financial industry by boosting lending, investment activity, and profitability for financial institutions. Hence, fundamentally solid financial stocks ORIX Corporation (IX), FLEETCOR Technologies (FLT), and Jiayin Group (JFIN) might be ideal buys for solid gains. Read…

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Powell Signals Potential Interest Rate Decrease Amid Economic Uncertainty

Powell addresses economic uncertainty and the Fed's stance on interest rates and inflation and providing insights on monetary policy.

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US Fed's Progress Against Inflation 'Not Assured': Powell

The US Federal Reserve's progress in bringing down inflation is "not assured," the chair of the country's central bank told lawmakers in Washington Wednesday, on the first of two days of hearings in Congress.

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Stocks Post Moderate Gains as Fed Chair Powell Signals Rate Cuts This Year

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) this morning is up +0.65%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.43%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.84%. Stock indexes this morning are moderately higher as bond yields fell after the...

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U.S. Dollar's Strength To Persist As Markets Eye Cautious Fed

Learn about the factors influencing the strength of the U.S. dollar and how the Federal Reserve's decisions impact its value in global markets.

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Powell Prepares To Speak After Megacaps Show Volatility

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to address market volatility and economic concerns in upcoming speech, providing insights for investors.

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Wall Street Rises Following Fed Chair Powell's Remarks

Wall Street's positive response to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's remarks on the economy led to increased trading activity and stock price gains acr...

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Gold Near All-Time-High Ahead Of Fed Testimony

Gold prices remain high as investors seek safe-haven assets amid economic uncertainty. Federal Reserve Chairman's testimony expected to impact gold market.

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Dollar Declines on Weak U.S. ADP Report and Dovish Powell Comments

The dollar index (DXY00 ) this morning is down by -0.32% and fell to a 1-week low. The dollar came under pressure today after the U.S. Feb ADP employment report showed companies hired fewer workers than expected, a dovish factor for Fed policy. The dollar extended its losses after Fed...

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Global Markets React To Greenspan, Powell Exuberance Comparison

Explore the concept of exuberance in the global economy and its implications for Powell's leadership as Federal Reserve Chair.

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Gold Shines As Traders Await Powell's Remarks

Gold prices rise as investors await Powell's speech for insights on Fed's policy direction amidst market volatility.

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Stocks Climb as Bond Yields Fall on Weak ADP Report and Powell Comments

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) this morning is up +0.60%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.40%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.00%. Stock indexes this morning are moderately higher as bond yields fell after the...

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With Copper Prices Under Pressure, What's the 2024 Forecast for FCX Stock?

Freeport stock is in the red this year, as metal and mining names have sat out the broader market rally so far in 2024. What's the outlook for FCX stock this year as copper prices sag amid ongoing troubles in China's real estate sector?

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US Private Sector Hiring Up Less Than Expected In February

Job gains in the US private sector picked up in February, payroll firm ADP said Wednesday, a sign that could give the Federal Reserve some pause as it mulls the timing of interest rate cuts.

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Global Markets Mostly Higher After Tech Stock Tumble

Global markets rebound after Big Tech stock decline. Oil prices rise. Key events include UK Spring Budget and Fed Chair Powell's testimony.

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Federal Reserve Faces Tough Decisions Amid Economic Uncertainty

Federal Reserve's upcoming rate cuts and economic concerns amidst inflation and political debates.

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European Stocks Rise Before UK Budget, ECB Rate Call

European and Asian stock markets mostly rose Wednesday before a UK budget and Fed testimony and on the eve of a eurozone rate decision, while bitcoin and gold remained elevated one day after striking record peaks.

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S&P Futures Tick Higher Ahead of Powell’s Testimony and U.S. Jobs Data

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH24) are trending up +0.33% this morning as market participants awaited testimony from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell while also bracing for the release of second-tier U.S. jobs data.

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S&P Futures Climb Ahead of Powell’s Testimony and U.S. Jobs Data

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH24) are trending up +0.44% this morning as market participants awaited testimony from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell while also bracing for the release of second-tier U.S. jobs data.

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