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Powell's Rate Cut Signal, Nvidia's Earnings, US GDP Data On Blockchain, Economic Crisis Signal And More: This Week In Economy

It was a weekend filled with significant developments in the world of finance and technology. From the Federal Reserve’s potential rate cut to Nvidia’s earnings, here’s a quick rundown of the top stories that you might have missed.

Benzinga

Trump Once Complained About Democrats Using Lawfare. He Is Now Going After His Political Opponents Using The Same Technique

President Donald Trump is unleashing accusations, escalating the threats to his political rivals, ideological opponents, critics, and federal officials who refuse to toe his line.

Benzinga

China's AI Plans, Employment Data and Other Key Things to Watch this Week

Markets enter a critical week following Friday's tech sector volatility that was triggered by concerns over China's semiconductor ambitions, particularly reports that Alibaba is developing its own AI chip.

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What would the Fed do in a tie vote? It's not clear, and the Bank of England had to break a deadlock this month

There have been three occasions when a vote on the FOMC passed by a one-vote majority, though the last time it occurred was in 1973.

Fortune

Donald Trump’s ‘illegal’ move could curse America with hyperinflation where even bread cost ‘$1000 more every day’

He doesn't understand or doesn't care about the consequences.

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‘Racist as hell’: Trump’s cabinet is almost all white, and he keeps firing Black officials

President’s targeting of Fed governor Lisa Cook highlights his efforts to remove diverse voices from government

The Guardian - US

I'm a Financial Adviser: Three Things You Will Wish You Did Before the Fed Cuts Interest Rates

With potential interest rate cuts on the horizon, you might want to lock in today's higher yields and consider adjusting your asset allocation.

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US Consumer Spending Jumps in July as Services Drive Inflation Higher

US consumer spending rose sharply in July, with higher demand for services driving inflation pressures. The latest figures highlight the challenge facing the Federal Reserve as it weighs rate decisions.

International Business Times UK

Stocks Settle Lower as Tech Shares Selloff

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Friday closed down by -0.64%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down by -0.20%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down by -1.22%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) fell -0.68%, and September...

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Wall Street Is At All-Time Highs, But Inflation Sends Warnings: This Week In Markets

Despite hitting fresh record highs midweek, U.S. equities lost steam by Friday as inflation indicators complicated the Federal Reserve's path forward on interest rates.

Benzinga

Dollar Finishes Slightly Lower on Mixed US Economic Reports

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday fell by -0.02%. The dollar gave up an early advance on Friday and turned lower following the weaker-than-expected August MNI Chicago PMI report and after the University of Michigan’s US August consumer sentiment index was revised lower. The dollar was also pressured by...

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Trump-Cook Battle Triggers Rush To Gold As Bullion Eyes New Records

Gold prices rallied Friday, inching near record highs, as a legal battle over President Donald Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook continued to stoke fears of political interference in U.S. monetary policy and triggered a rush to precious metals.

Benzinga

Mortgage Fraud Is Now A Trump-Era Flashpoint—Here's Everything You Need To Know

Mortgage fraud is a serious allegation, one that President Donald Trump has hurled toward three of his staunch critics: Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, New York State Attorney General Letitia James and California Senator Adam Schiff.

Benzinga

Court Battle Underway As Fed Governor Cook Contests Firing By Trump

A US court on Friday began hearing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook's challenge of President Donald Trump's attempt to fire her, in a legal battle set to have major implications for the US central bank and its independence.

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Benzinga

Stocks Fall, Gold Rallies, Silver Hits 14-Year Highs As Inflation Rises: What's Moving Markets Friday? (CORRECTED)

Editor's Note: This headline has been updated to accurately reflect silver's market milestone.

Fortune

PCE data paints a solid picture, but hidden cracks show tariffs quietly squeezing U.S. consumers—and weak job growth could put them over the edge

Never underestimate the U.S. consumer, economists say.

Benzinga

Gold Might Be Frontrunning The Fed

After surging to an all-time high of $3,500 per ounce in April, gold has cooled off, building a narrow base between $3,200 and $3,400. Rather than signaling exhaustion, this consolidation has formed an ascending triangle, a pattern that often precedes an upside breakout.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Trump and the Fed: independence is no substitute for accountability

Editorial: The US president’s move against Lisa Cook shows his despotic bent, but the Fed was never democracy’s guardian. It’s time to rethink who really controls money

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Roll Call

Senate Banking Democrats urge Scott to delay Fed nominee hearing - Roll Call

As Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook fights for her job, Senate Banking panel Democrats say a hearing for a Fed nominee should be delayed.

Capital & Main

In Trump’s Push to Fire Fed Governor, a Curious Target

In seeking to oust Lisa Cook, President Trump attacks a likely ally on interest rates who happens to be the first Black woman in the job.

Barchart

Dollar Gains on Strength in US Economic Reports

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.05%. The dollar is climbing today on signs of strength in US consumer spending after July personal spending rose by the most in four months. Also, sticky inflation pressures are hawkish for Fed policy and are supportive for the dollar after...

Barchart

Stocks Retreat as Tech Stocks Slump and Inflation Pressures Persist

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down by -0.74%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.43%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -1.28%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) are down -0.74%, and September...

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Stocks Decline on Weakness in Tech Stocks and Sticky Inflation Pressures

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down by -0.31%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.12%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.92%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25 ) are down -0.46%, and September...

Benzinga

US Stocks Lower; Fed's Preferred Inflation Gauge Surges To Highest Level Since February

U.S. stocks traded lower this morning, with the Nasdaq Composite falling more than 0.4% on Friday.

Reason

Trump's Fed Coup

Plus: Beachy vignettes, Smithsonian scrutiny, Gavin Newsom might not be the Democrats' great new hope, and more...

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