February Jobs Report Shows Modest Gains
The February jobs report released on Friday showed slightly higher job gains and a rise in the unemployment rate to 4.1%, adding to investor concerns about the U.S. labor market and broader
U.S. Economy Shrinks 0.5% in Q1 Amid Tariff Surge
Imports spike, consumer spending slows, and GDP contracts for the first time in three years The U.S. economy unexpectedly contracted at an annual rate of 0.5% in the first quarter of 2025,
Wall Street Slips as Iran Tensions and Trade Risks Grow
Stocks fall after Trump escalates rhetoric on Iran U.S. stock markets declined on Tuesday amid growing geopolitical tensions and policy uncertainty. President Donald Trump’s latest remarks on Iran rattled investors, with the
Trump Meets with Fed Chair Powell to Discuss Economic Outlook
President Donald Trump met with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Thursday to discuss U.S. economic developments, including growth, employment, and inflation. The meeting, which was confirmed by the Federal Reserve, took
US Import Prices Rise Amid Capital Goods Costs
In April, U.S. import prices rose unexpectedly by 0.1%, according to data released by the Labor Department’s Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday. The increase was driven by a surge in the
UK Economy Surprises with 0.7% Growth, But Challenges Ahead
Britain’s economy grew more strongly than expected in early 2025, giving a boost to the government and finance minister Rachel Reeves. However, she faces tougher challenges ahead due to her tax hike
Fed Holds Rates Amid Trade Uncertainty, Risks of Stagflation
The Federal Reserve opted to keep its key interest rates unchanged on Wednesday as the U.S. economy navigates the volatility caused by President Donald Trump’s trade war and his ongoing tariff policies.
Oil Prices Climb Amid Rising Demand and Geopolitical Tensions
Oil prices rose about 4% on Tuesday, driven by signs of higher demand in Europe and China, geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and a recovery after prices collapsed to a four-year
US Consumer Sentiment Dips Amid Ongoing Tariff Uncertainty
US consumer sentiment in April has dropped to its fourth-lowest level since records began in 1952, reflecting mounting concerns over rising inflation and trade policy uncertainty. According to the latest survey from
German Investor Confidence Plummets Amid U.S. Tariffs
Biggest Drop in German Investor Morale Since 2022 Germany’s investor morale took a significant hit in April, marking its steepest decline since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The ZEW economic
Tariff Whiplash Hits Wall Street After Historic Rally
Just one day after a historic surge lifted investor spirits, Wall Street is once again reeling. Despite President Trump’s temporary rollback of certain “reciprocal” tariffs, the damage from previous trade policies is
Fed Officials Caution on Rates Amid Inflation Risks
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
US Markets Plunge Amid Escalating Trade War
Volatility rattled American assets on Monday as stocks extended their three-week decline to nearly 10%, driven by escalating trade tensions with Canada. The Canadian dollar weakened after President Donald Trump threatened additional
