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September 26, 2024

U.S. Stock Markets Decline Amid Economic Concerns and Mixed Signals

U.S. stock markets saw a shift on Wednesday as the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average retreated from their recent record-setting performances. After weeks of upward momentum, the markets lost

April 8, 2025

Retirees Anxious as Trump’s Tariffs Hit 401(k)s and Savings

Market Turmoil Leaves Retirees Concerned About Financial Future Americans nearing retirement and recent retirees are expressing increasing anxiety and frustration as the stock market reels from U.S. President Donald Trump’s escalating tariffs.

March 28, 2025

Lululemon Shares Slide on Weak Forecast

Retailer signals cautious outlook amid consumer headwinds Lululemon Athletica saw its stock plummet 13% on Friday after issuing a downbeat full-year forecast, underlining the growing uncertainty facing U.S. apparel retailers. The company

New Zealand rate cuts face delayed economic impact

by Jamie Spencer

Central bank cites tariff uncertainty and weak confidence The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) acknowledged on Thursday that the economic impact of its recent interest rate cuts has been slower than

August 21, 2025

Wall Street Rallies as Trump Delays EU Tariffs

by Jamie Spencer

Wall Street stocks surged on Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump stepped back from his threat to impose 50% tariffs on European Union imports, easing trade tensions and boosting market sentiment as

May 27, 2025

Recession Risks Rise as Global Markets Face Uncertainty

by Jamie Spencer

Global recession risks have emerged as a major concern in financial markets, but the economic data and key indicators suggest a more nuanced situation than it may appear at first glance. A

May 8, 2025

April Consumer Confidence Plummets Amid Tariff Concerns

by Jamie Spencer

Consumer attitudes towards both the present and future took a significant downturn in April, as escalating tariffs dented sentiment and employment confidence hit levels reminiscent of the global financial crisis. Consumer Confidence

April 29, 2025

U.S. Economy Could Face Recession Due to “Liberation Day” Tariffs

by Jamie Spencer

According to Apollo chief economist Torsten Slok, if President Donald Trump were aiming to engineer a recession by summer, one of the most effective methods would be to announce sweeping “Liberation Day”

April 29, 2025

Delta Air Lines Halts Expansion Amid Trade Concerns

by Jamie Spencer

Delta Adjusts Financial Outlook Due to Trade Policy Impact Delta Air Lines will not expand its flying capacity in the second half of the year due to disappointing bookings attributed to President

April 9, 2025

Fed Officials Caution on Rates Amid Inflation Risks

by Jamie Spencer

Williams, Barkin emphasize patience as policy uncertainty grows New York Federal Reserve President John Williams said Monday that the current stance of U.S. monetary policy is “well positioned” for what the economy

April 1, 2025

Goldman Sachs Warns of Higher Recession Risk

by Jamie Spencer

Tariffs, inflation, and confidence shocks drive economic forecast shift The US economy faces heightened recession risks as escalating tariffs under President Donald Trump’s administration threaten to stunt growth, rekindle inflation, and lift

March 31, 2025

Fed Holds Rates, Signals Future Cuts Amid Economic Uncertainty

by Jamie Spencer

Fed Keeps Rates Steady, Eyes Future Reductions The Federal Reserve decided to keep its benchmark interest rate in the 4.25%-4.5% range on Wednesday, though policymakers still expect two rate cuts later this

March 19, 2025

Fed Faces Tougher Decisions as Inflation and Tariff Risks Grow

by Jamie Spencer

When Federal Reserve officials last met in late January, the economic picture looked relatively strong: Hiring was solid, growth was steady, and inflation had cooled from its peak two years ago. Seven

March 18, 2025

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