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Former federal workers challenge Rep. Beyer in Virginia's 8th District Democratic primary

*Note: In April 2026, Virginia voters approved a constitutional amendment permitting mid-decade redistricting. Certification of the vote was blocked by court order. Candidates for this election will be finalized following the May 26 filing deadline.

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Stocks Settle Mixed as Iran War Remains Unresolved

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Monday closed down -0.07%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.32%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.45%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) fell -0.12%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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New York Fed warns about $69 trillion foreign investment ‘burden’ on U.S. economy

The U.S. has spent decades relying on its investors to outperform overseas, but international debt swelled by $16 trillion in just six years.

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Stocks and Crypto Crash Each Time a New Fed Chair Takes Over. How to Prepare Your Portfolio for Kevin Warsh.

Markets usually have a big reaction when the Fed changes hands. Now is the time to start getting ready for Donald Trump's hawkish new chair.

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Stocks Pressured by a Rebound in Crude Prices and Bond Yields

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.20%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.04%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.57%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -0.28%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Stocks Mixed as Crude Oil Prices and Bond Yields Fall

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.07%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.29%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.25%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.10%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Is a deeper bond crash ahead? From Washington to Tokyo, governments are paying the highest borrowing costs in decades as global bond yields surge — why are investors dumping bonds?

Global Bond Yields Spike to Multi-Decade Highs as Iran War Fuels Inflation Crisis: From Washington to Tokyo, governments are now paying the most to borrow in a generation. The Iran war's energy shock is rewriting the rules of global finance — and the bill is only getting larger. The 10-year…

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Global bond rout deepens as Iran war drags on and underscores inflation fears

Global bond markets are experiencing significant losses as rising energy prices, fueled by the Iran conflict, ignite inflation fears. Investors now anticipate central banks worldwide, including the US Federal Reserve and European Central Bank, to hike interest rates. Japan's government debt issuance further strains finances, pushing JGB yields to record…

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Stocks Set to Open Lower as Oil Rises Amid Iran Impasse, Nvidia Earnings and Fed Minutes Awaited

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.41%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.30% this morning, pointing to a lower open on Wall Street as oil prices continue to rise amid the stalemate between the U.S. and Iran.

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New era begins: Warsh steps into Fed role; Prepares for inflation battle and potential rate hikes

Kevin Warsh assumes leadership of the U.S. Federal Reserve. This marks a new chapter for the central bank and President Trump. Warsh faces challenges including inflation and interest rate decisions. The Fed's balance sheet and future rate movements are key focus areas.

The Economic Times

German 10-year bond yield stays at 15-year high amid global bond rout

Global bond markets are experiencing a selloff. Investors are concerned about rising energy prices due to the Middle East conflict. This could fuel inflation and lead to further interest rate hikes. German 10-year bond yields have reached a 15-year high. Italian 10-year yields are also up. European Central Bank head…

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US Stock Market: Sticky inflation complicates Kevin Warsh’s Fed transition as rate hike odds jump

Sticky inflation has pushed investors to raise bets on a potential U.S. Federal Reserve rate hike, creating early challenges for incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh. With markets pricing in higher odds of tightening by January, shifting economic data and rising price pressures, risk complicating the Fed’s policy transition, Reuters reported.

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US Stock Market: Bond market pressure clouds Kevin Warsh’s plans to shrink Fed balance sheet

Incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s push to shrink the Federal Reserve’s balance sheet faces mounting challenges as rising Treasury yields, inflation concerns, and weakening demand for U.S. debt intensify market pressures. Analysts warn that reducing Fed intervention could expose structural vulnerabilities in the Treasury market amid a deteriorating fiscal backdrop.

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Silver tanks Rs 5,600/kg, gold slips Rs 1,000/10g after drone strike on UAE nuclear plant amid Iran war fears. Time to sell?

Gold and silver prices opened sharply lower on Monday, driven by escalating Middle East tensions that pushed oil prices higher and fueled inflation concerns. This surge in oil prices strengthened expectations that interest rates could remain elevated for longer, impacting bullion markets. Investors are closely watching for further clues on…

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Gold slips to 1-1/2-month low as Middle East tensions lift oil, cloud rate outlook

Gold prices dropped to a one-month low on Monday. Middle East tensions boosted oil prices, fueling inflation concerns. This reinforced expectations for sustained higher interest rates. Investors are awaiting US Federal Reserve meeting minutes for policy direction. India has also curbed silver imports to ease pressure on its currency. Other…

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Dollar firms as oil climbs, bond rout saps risk appetite

The dollar strengthened globally on Monday, fueled by rising oil prices due to Middle East tensions and a bond market selloff that dampened investor confidence. This surge in oil prices, linked to potential Strait of Hormuz disruptions, is expected to benefit the dollar further. Meanwhile, persistent yen weakness keeps markets…

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Supply shocks weren’t random. They were strategic—and should be seen as 'supply coercion' instead, former Fed official says

"The word 'shock' assumes the world resets. The world has stopped resetting."

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The top foreign holders of U.S. debt may soon dump Treasury bonds and bring their money back home, potentially spiking borrowing costs

Yields for 10- and 30-year JGBs have soared to the highest levels since the 1990s, and the central bank is expected to tighten for the fifth time since 2024.

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NVDA Earnings, Alphabet Conference and Other Can't Miss Items this Week

Markets face a reasonably quiet week, but it will be dominated by Wednesday's Nvidia (NVDA) earnings and Alphabet's two-day developer conference, creating a critical test for AI infrastructure investment sustainability and technology sector leadership.

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Wall Street is keeping a close eye on Kevin Warsh at the Fed. These are the red (and green) flags they're watching for

"Confirmation hearings are political theater rather than substance, and he [was] plenty smart enough to avoid saying anything tangible."

The Economic Times

US Fed likely to hold rates through 2026 as inflation risks overshadow labour market weakness: Report

The US Federal Reserve is likely to drop its easing bias at the next FOMC meeting and shift toward a tightening stance through 2026, with a 20% chance of a 25 bps hike in December if the Strait of Hormuz remained closed and energy prices spiked further, Elara Securities said…

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The Bond Market Is Flashing a Warning — And a Former Biden National Security Adviser Says Americans Could Get Hit Twice

Daleep Singh, former Biden National Security Adviser and current chief economist at PGIM, warns the bond market is flashing a serious danger signal as oil prices above $100 drive inflation fears and push the 10-year Treasury yield toward 5%. He warns the end game could be financial repression.

The Economic Times

US Stocks end lower on mounting inflation worries

U.S. stocks declined Friday as rising crude prices fueled global inflation fears, pushing Treasury yields higher and making equities less attractive. The Trump-Xi summit yielded few results, while Jerome Powell's tenure as Fed chair concluded amidst concerns about sticky inflation and potential rate hikes. Energy shares saw gains, but the…

The Economic Times

US Fed board names Powell temporary chief pending Warsh swearing-in

Jerome Powell has been named temporary chair of the US Federal Reserve pending the swearing-in of successor Kevin Warsh. This move follows Warsh's Senate confirmation after a challenging process. Powell's interim role is a customary practice during such transitions, with no specific date set for Warsh's official induction.

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Stocks Settle Sharply Lower as Bond Yields Jump on Inflation Fears

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Friday closed down -1.24%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -1.07%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -1.54%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) fell -1.26%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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