U.S. equities retreated sharply as a renewed wave of selling swept through technology stocks, dragging all major indexes into negative territory. The Nasdaq, S&P 500, and Dow Jones Industrial Average fell decisively, with the Dow shedding roughly 500 points in a single session. The move marked a clear reversal after …

Financial markets are turning their attention to the latest US inflation report, widely seen as a key signal for the direction of price pressures after a period of mixed economic data. With recent figures already shaping expectations around interest rates and growth, the upcoming release is expected to offer a …

The euro regained ground against the US dollar on Thursday, ending a brief two-day decline as the greenback struggled to build momentum despite relatively solid economic data from the United States. Currency markets moved cautiously, reflecting a broader sense of hesitation among investors waiting for clearer signals on the direction …

Recent discussions about Kevin Warsh’s potential nomination to chair the Federal Reserve focused on more than politics. Warsh’s experience spans the 2006–2011 period, during the global financial crisis. At that time, the Fed deployed large-scale quantitative easing (QE) to stabilize markets. Warsh criticized QE, warning of potential inflation, though it …

Beth Hammack, President of the Cleveland Fed, sent a clear signal to markets: the US labor market is stabilizing, and monetary policy remains neutral. Following the strong January Nonfarm Payrolls report, she noted that unemployment is holding steady, pointing to a resilient workforce.Hammack highlighted that consumer spending is firm, largely …

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) continues to hover above the historic 50,000 mark, closing today at 50,133.72, down just 54 points or 0.11%. On the surface, this appears as a minor pullback in an otherwise impressive climb. Over the past year, the index has gained nearly 13%, and over …

The Japanese yen extended its gains during Wednesday’s trading, brushing aside the recent rebound in the US dollar that followed upbeat American labor market data. Instead, the yen drew strength from supportive domestic factors that reinforced confidence in Japan’s economic outlook.The currency climbed to its highest level in about a …

Strong Payrolls Shake Up Rate-Cut ExpectationsThe US labor market surprised investors with a robust 130,000 increase in Nonfarm Payrolls for January, nearly doubling economists’ expectations of 70,000. The jobless rate fell from 4.4% to 4.3%, reinforcing confidence in a solid labor market and cooling speculation about near-term interest rate cuts …

The Iran–United States tensions have returned to the center of global attention, creating a delicate balance between diplomatic engagement and geopolitical pressure. Recent developments reflect an environment where negotiations remain open but fragile, with both sides signaling willingness to continue talks while maintaining firm political positions. This dual dynamic has …

The European Parliament has cleared the way for a renewed trade arrangement with the United States after months of political tension and uncertainty, signaling a cautious return to cooperation between two of the world’s largest economic partners. The updated framework reflects a compromise designed to protect European markets while keeping …