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April, 2026

• 30 April 2026 12:55 pm

  Trump on the Brink: Pentagon to Brief President on Strikes as Iran Deadlock Pushes War to Boiling Point

  

  Key Takeaways Critical military briefing: Trump is set to receive a Pentagon briefing Thursday on potential renewed military action against Iran, signaling serious consideration of breaking the two-week deadlock. Wave of strikes on the table: CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper will present plans for attacks likely including Iranian infrastructure targets. …

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• 30 April 2026 12:30 pm

  Bank of England on the Brink: Iran War Sparks Inflation Dilemma as Bailey Faces Toughest Call Yet

  

  Key Takeaways Hold widely expected: All 62 economists polled by Reuters predict no change to the 3.75% Bank Rate at Thursday’s meeting. Vote split forecast: Analysts expect an 8-1 vote, with Chief Economist Huw Pill seen as the most likely dissenter favoring a hike. Bailey pushes back: The Governor has …

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• 30 April 2026 1:30 am

  Alphabet Crushes Expectations While the Rest of the Magnificent Seven Disappoint

  

  The most anticipated earnings night of the season delivered a classic Wall Street split — one breathtaking blowout, a high-profile stumble, and a pair of solid reports that the market simply shrugged off.Google Steals the NightAlphabet emerged as the undisputed star of the evening, posting earnings per share of $5.11 …

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• 30 April 2026 1:05 am

  US Stocks Rally Late as Fed Holds Rates, Hawkish Signals Weigh on Markets

  

  U.S. equities staged a sharp late-session rebound after a volatile trading day driven by the Federal Reserve’s latest decision and rising internal divisions. The Dow Jones Industrial Average recovered from intraday lows near 48,700, trimming losses as buyers stepped in during the final hour.Selling pressure dominated most of the session …

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• 30 April 2026 12:12 am

  Ford’s Q1 Earnings: Restructuring and Global Pressures Shape Outlook

  

  Ford Motor Company is set to release its first-quarter earnings after markets close, with investors anticipating modest growth amid a challenging global backdrop. Early estimates point to adjusted earnings of $0.19 per share and automotive revenue near $38.8 billion, reflecting a steady year-over-year increase in both profit and sales. The automaker’s …

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• 29 April 2026 11:22 pm

  Powell Says Fed Policy “In a Good Place” as Rates Stay on Hold

  

  The Federal Reserve held its Fed Funds Target Range steady at 3.50%–3.75% in April, marking a third consecutive pause. Chair Jerome Powell underscored that policy is balanced and flexible, stressing the Fed is prepared to adjust in either direction depending on economic developments. Powell’s Press Conference Highlights– Inflation remains elevated, …

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• 29 April 2026 11:05 pm

  Powell’s Statements, Fed’s Latest Interest Rate Statement: A Shift in Tone

  

  The Federal Reserve’s April meeting concluded with interest rates held steady at 3.50%–3.75%, marking the third consecutive pause. While the decision was widely expected, the tone of the statement and Powell’s remarks revealed a central bank leaning hawkish overall, though with visible cracks in consensus.Economic Activity and Labor MarketThe statement …

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• 29 April 2026 10:37 pm

  USD/JPY Climbs Toward Two-Year High After Fed’s Hawkish Hold

  

  The US dollar surged against the Japanese yen, pushing USD/JPY to the 160.20 region—its highest level in nearly two years—after the Federal Reserve opted to keep interest rates unchanged while signaling a hawkish stance. Although the decision to hold rates was widely expected, the Fed’s statement emphasized that inflation remains …

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• 29 April 2026 10:03 pm

  Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Oil Shock and Geopolitical Uncertainty

  

  The Federal Reserve has decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 3.50%–3.75% during its April meeting, marking the third consecutive time policymakers have opted for stability. This outcome was widely anticipated by markets, which had already priced in a pause. The decision comes against a backdrop of heightened …

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• 29 April 2026 9:21 pm

  Warsh’s Criticism of Powell Signals End of Easy Money

  

  For years, investors operated under the assumption that the Federal Reserve would always step in when markets faltered — cutting rates, buying bonds, and flooding the system with liquidity. That safety net fueled one of the longest bull markets in history. But sharp criticism of Jerome Powell’s approach has raised …

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• 29 April 2026 8:35 pm

  Will Brent’s Surge to $119 Signal a New Era of Oil Prices?

  

  Oil markets swung sharply earlier today, with Brent crude spiking to $119 per barrel before settling at its current level near $110–111. The surge — nearly 7% in one session — reflects mounting fears that the U.S. blockade of Iran will be extended, keeping one of the world’s most critical …

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• 29 April 2026 7:56 pm

  Could Fragile Labor Market, Inflation Readings Push Fed Toward Rate Cuts?

  

  Central banks occupy a prominent—if not the most prominent—position among market drivers this week. Five central banks are set to announce interest rate decisions during this period: the Federal Reserve, the European Central Bank, the Bank of England, the Bank of Canada, and the Bank of Japan, which has already …

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• 29 April 2026 7:45 pm

  No Rate Cut Yet: Bank of Canada Flags Upside Inflation Risks

  

  The Bank of Canada left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25% on Wednesday, choosing to remain cautious as policymakers weigh slowing economic momentum against lingering inflation risks.While the decision itself was widely expected, the central bank’s updated outlook revealed a more complex picture. Growth projections for the coming years …

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