Fed Holds Rates Steady as Inflation Stays Stubborn, Growth Slows
The Federal Reserve remains stable at 4.25% to 4.5% in the second consecutive meeting, leaving benchmark interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, and officials signaled that inflation rates remained more sticky than expected, even as economic growth shows signs of slowing. The decision reflects growing uncertainty regarding the economic outlook. Fed officials have raised their 2025 […]
Bank of Japan keeps rates steady as Trump tariffs cast a shadow over economic outlook – CNBC
On May 30, 2024, the Japanese flag collided at the Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo. Kazuhironogi | AFP | Getty Images Japan's central bank on Wednesday stabilized its main policy rate of 0.5% in a unanimous vote as export-dependent countries assess the potential impact of US President Donald Trump's protectionist trade policy on the […]
US adds 151K jobs in February as hiring holds relatively steady
U.S. employers added 151,000 jobs in February, bringing unemployment rates to 4.1% as jobs became relatively stable in the first month of employment data from the Trump administration. The figure was below 160,000 jobs, but still represents an increase from the overwhelming 143,000 jobs in January amidst the bushfires and heavy snowstorms. Data on Friday […]
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD holds steady above mid-$32.00s, over one-week top – FXStreet
Silver will consolidate in scope as the Bulls choose to wait for the release of the US NFP report. The setup suggests that the path with the least resistance of Xau/USD is the advantage. The modified pullback is still considered an opportunity to purchase and remains limited. Silver (XAG/USD) vibrated in a narrow band during […]
Australian Dollar remains steady following Trade Balance data – FXStreet
The Australian dollar has been stable since the release of key economic data in the country. Australia's trade surplus rose to 5,620m in January, exceeding its forecast of 5,500m, improving from the previous 4,924m. Following changes in President Trump's tariff strategy, the US dollar remains restrained as risk sentiment improves. The Australian Dollar (AUD) has […]
Dow Jones Today: Stock Futures Holding Steady After S&P 500 Hits Record High – Investopedia
Celsius jumps ahead of revenue, meeting presentation 23 minutes ago Shares of energy drink maker celsius Holdings (CELH) came ahead of a scheduled release of the company's revenue report and a presentation from executives at the meeting on Wednesday morning. There is no clear financial reason for pre-marketing moves, but profits are consistent with the […]
US Dollar Index steady while traders mull any possible outcomes for Ukraine this week – FXStreet
The US dollar increased its headlines in the flatline on Monday. Traders are pondering the potential outcomes from Riyadh's Ukrainian talks this week. The US Dollar Index (DXY) is pasted in the mid-106 range and is looking for directions. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the performance of the US dollar (USD) against six […]
Gold price holds steady amid concerns over Trump's tariff plans – FXStreet
Gold prices will rise in early European sessions on Friday. The fear of trade wars and lower US bond yields support precious metals. Investors are braces for January retail sales data in the US, scheduled for the second half of Friday. Gold prices (XAU/USD) will be extended early in Europe's trade hours on Friday. There […]
Australian Dollar remains steady despite risk-off sentiment, Fed’s cautious signals – FXStreet
The Australian dollar could face challenges due to rising trade tensions following President Trump's tariff hikes. The AUD could decline even further amid growing geopolitical risks as Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu threatened to end the Gaza ceasefire. The US dollar could be strengthened as Fed Powell shows there is no urgency to cut interest rates. […]
Look to these steady income-producing investments if 2025 is a volatile market year – CNBC
With 2025 an unstable start, investors may want to find a stable investment that can earn solid income. The market shook on Monday after President Donald Trump pulged 25 % tariffs from Canada and Mexico and imposed a 10 % duty from China on Tuesday. After first tanking in the morning transaction, Trump said that […]