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Wall Street Wraps Up a Volatile Year on a High Note as ‘Santa Claus Rally’ Takes Hold

U.S. stocks closed out the post-Christmas holiday week on steady footing, managing to secure solid weekly gains as Wall Street officially entered the so-called “Santa Claus rally” period. While trading volumes thinned toward year-end, investor sentiment remained broadly constructive, supported by resilient equity performance, record-setting moves in precious metals, and …

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Greenback on the Defensive: Why Strong U.S. Growth Can’t Stem the Dollar’s 2026 Slide

The U.S. dollar extended its downward trajectory during Friday’s Wall Street session, as a confluence of bearish pressures continues to dictate market sentiment. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the greenback against a basket of major peers, sustained significant weekly losses. The index shed approximately 0.1% on Friday, bringing …

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U.S. Economy Shows Resilience Amid Turbulence in 2025 A Year of Surprises

The U.S. economy faced numerous challenges in 2025, from widespread tariffs to slowing job growth and persistent inflation pressures. Despite early predictions of recession and soaring inflation, the economy continued to advance, displaying unexpected durability. Growth accelerated to its fastest pace in two years, and the stock market reached new …

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Trump’s Tariffs in Question: The Key FAQs Shaping the 2026 Trade Outlook

As the United States heads toward 2026, President Donald Trump’s tariff strategy remains one of the most debated pillars of economic policy. From soaring import duties and legal battles to hints of relief and talk of rebate checks, the picture is complex and fast-moving. Below is a clean, FAQ-themed guide …

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One Cut or Many? The Federal Reserve’s 2026 Policy Path Explained in FAQs

As the U.S. economy moves into 2026, investors, businesses, and policymakers are closely watching the Federal Reserve’s next moves. Based on the Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) December 2025 Summary of Economic Projections, the central bank is signaling a cautious approach to monetary easing, shaped by resilient growth, lingering inflation …

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Is Nvidia Quietly Redrawing the Map of the AI Chip Race?

Nvidia’s decision to commit roughly $20 billion in cash to secure Groq’s inference technology and talent marks more than its largest deal ever. It signals a decisive bet on where artificial intelligence is heading next—and raises uncomfortable questions about competition, regulation, and concentration of power in the data-center economy.From Training …

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