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Fed Governor Sees About a Point of Easing This Year Amid Oil Spike
business12 days ago

Fed Governor Sees About a Point of Easing This Year Amid Oil Spike

Fed Governor Stephen Miran again urged rate cuts, saying policy could be about a point lower over the year even as oil prices spike, arguing the energy shock won’t drive inflation unless wage-price dynamics deteriorate and inflation expectations rise. He notes policy acts with a lag and inflation expectations remain anchored, and he has dissented at every meeting since September 2025; markets expect no moves this year, and Warsh’s chairmanship remains blocked.

Near-term inflation bets spike to four-year high as oil shock widens
markets29 days ago

Near-term inflation bets spike to four-year high as oil shock widens

One-year breakeven inflation jumped to 4.62%—the highest since June 2022—while the two-year rose to 3.18% and the five-year to 2.58%, as Middle East tensions push near-term inflation expectations higher and crude oil stays around $100 a barrel. The move signals persistent inflation concerns that could complicate Federal Reserve policy and weigh on retirees and markets.

Greenland Tariffs Trigger Sharp Treasury Selloff and Inflation Fears
markets2 months ago

Greenland Tariffs Trigger Sharp Treasury Selloff and Inflation Fears

Trump’s plan to levy 10% tariffs on eight European countries tied to Greenland spooked markets, sparking a broad selloff in long‑dated U.S. Treasuries as yields jumped—the 10‑year to about 4.31% and the 30‑year to around 4.92%—the day’s biggest moves in months and signaling worries about inflation, growth, and potential central‑bank easing amid geopolitically charged risk.

US Consumer Sentiment Near Record Low Amid Ongoing Shutdown
economy5 months ago

US Consumer Sentiment Near Record Low Amid Ongoing Shutdown

A government shutdown has led to a significant decline in consumer sentiment, reaching a three-year low, with widespread pessimism about personal finances and the economy, although stock market gains and strong holiday sales forecasts provide some optimism. The survey also indicates rising unemployment expectations, but data is limited due to the shutdown.

U.S. Consumer Confidence Drops to Five-Month Low Amid Economic Uncertainty
economy6 months ago

U.S. Consumer Confidence Drops to Five-Month Low Amid Economic Uncertainty

Consumer confidence in the US has sharply declined in September, with key indicators suggesting increased recession risks, despite Wall Street's optimism. The Expectations Index fell below recession warning levels, and consumer sentiment about current economic conditions has worsened, raising concerns about future economic stability amid potential data reporting disruptions due to the government shutdown.

Market Update: Dow Dips on Inflation, Netflix Falls After Earnings
business8 months ago

Market Update: Dow Dips on Inflation, Netflix Falls After Earnings

The stock market experienced a slight decline with the Dow Jones falling 0.3% amid mixed earnings reports and economic data, including a drop in inflation expectations. Netflix's stock dropped over 5% despite beating earnings forecasts, while other stocks like Charles Schwab and Coinbase rose significantly. Key movers included Chevron and Nvidia, with broader market sentiment influenced by consumer confidence and inflation outlooks.