Tag: Economic outlook
Federal Reserve’s Bostic Leans Toward Just One Rate Cut in 2021
Atlanta Fed Prez Raphael Bostic spilled the beans on CNBC yesterday, saying he's only down for one rate cut this year. The bigwigs at the central bank are trying to juggle the possibility of...
Moody’s Downgrades US Credit Rating Due to Government Debt Growth
Moody's Ratings recently made a move that surprised absolutely no one (well, maybe a few people) by lowering the United States' sovereign credit rating by one notch. The credit rating was downgraded from Aaa...
Consumer Sentiment Plummets as Inflation Expectations Rise due to Tariffs
A lady strolls down the aisle of a Walmart supermarket in Houston, Texas, on May 15, 2025. U.S. buyers are getting more and more concerned that tariffs are gonna cause higher inflation, based on...
Bill Simon believes Walmart can absorb tariff costs, criticizes ‘doom and gloom’ narrative
Walmart's business is strong enough to withstand tariff headwinds without increasing its prices, according to the discount retailer's former U.S. CEO. Bill Simon, who ran Walmart U.S. from 2010 to 2014, suggests the company...
Navigating Policy Challenges Amid Supply Shocks: Cautioning Against Higher Long-Term Rates
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently spoke at the Thomas Laubach Research Conference, hosted by the Federal Reserve Board of Governors on May 15, 2025, in good ol' Washington, DC. The event was probably...
Stock Market Analysis: Steve Cohen Predicts Potential Recession with 45% Chance
Hey there, folks! So, I stumbled upon this article about some Pro Stock Picks that were published on a fine Wednesday evening by Yun Li. Not really sure why this matters, but it seems...
Trade War Shifts Attention: Tariffs Overtake AI in Earnings Calls
As a freshly minted journalist, I was thrilled to tune in to a live stream event on a fine Friday afternoon. The broadcast, hosted by Alex Harring, was scheduled to start at 4:03 PM...
Impact of Positive Inflation Reports on Fed’s Outlook
In a bustling Target store in Novato, California, the shelves are lined with vibrant watermelons from Mexico, marking the start of March 5, 2025. The release of February's inflation data this week initially brought...
Fed Chair Powell: Awaiting Clarity on Trump Policies Before Rate Decision
Federal Reserve Chair Powell Holds Off on Rate Decision Pending Clarity on Trump PoliciesFederal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, a prominent figure in the US financial landscape, recently addressed concerns at the University Of Chicago...
Fed’s Musalem: Inflation Moving to 2% Target, Risks Rising
Alberto Musalem, the President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, recently addressed the Economic Club of New York in New York City on February 20, 2025. During his speech, Musalem...
Federal Reserve cautious amid Trump policy outcomes.
Federal Reserve Navigating Uncertainty Amid Trump Policy OutcomesAs Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell testified before a Senate committee in Washington, D.C. on the Semiannual Monetary Policy Report to Congress, the central bank's officials grappled...
Fed Officials Concerned About Tariffs Impact on Inflation, Rate Cuts on Hold
Federal Reserve officials convened in January to discuss the impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs on inflation and the implications for interest rates. The meeting minutes, released on Wednesday, revealed that policymakers within the...
UniCredit projects revenue slowdown by 2025 after strong Q4.
UniCredit's Future Projection and Expansion PlansUniCredit, Italy's second-largest lender, recently announced a strong fourth-quarter profit beat, but also projected a revenue slowdown by 2025 due to expected declines in net interest income. The fourth-quarter...
Investors React to Trump’s Treasury Secretary Pick, Await Inflation Data: Treasury Yields Fall
U.S. Treasury yields fell on Monday as investors assessed President-elect Donald Trump's pick for Treasury secretary and awaited key inflation data later in the week. The 10-year Treasury yield dropped more than 14 basis...
Navigating the Impact of Fed Rate Cuts on Banks: What You Need to Know
Falling interest rates can have a significant impact on banks, both large and small. When the Federal Reserve cuts its benchmark rate, it can signal a turning point in the economy and create opportunities...
Geopolitics Worsening, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon Warns
Geopolitics Worsening, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon WarnsIn a recent speech to the Economic Club of New York, JPMorgan Chase & Co. Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon once again raised concerns about the state of...
Advocacy for Half-Point Interest Rate Cut by Former Dallas Fed President Kaplan
Former Dallas Fed President Robert Kaplan is advocating for a bold move at the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting - a half-point interest rate cut. In an interview with CNBC, Kaplan expressed his belief that...
Jamie Dimon Warns of Possible Stagflation Scenario
Jamie Dimon, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase & Co., recently spoke at the Economic Club of New York in Manhattan, where he warned of a possible stagflation scenario. Despite his...
BDC Weekly Review: Second Quarter Recap and Analysis
BDC Market Update: Quarterly Recap and Market AnalysisWelcome to the latest BDC Market Weekly Review, where we delve into the recent market activity within the Business Development Company ("BDC") sector. In this installment, we...
Record Low Three-Year Inflation Outlook in New York Fed Consumer Survey
Consumers in New York City are feeling more optimistic about inflation, according to a recent report from the New York Federal Reserve. While they still expect prices to rise in the short term, their...
Potential Recession Ahead: Jamie Dimon’s Outlook and Predictions
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon recently shared his thoughts on the current state of the U.S. economy, expressing his belief that the likelihood of a recession is higher than a "soft landing." Dimon stated...
US Stock Markets Show Signs of Recovery Despite Initial Decline | Forexlive
The US stock markets have shown signs of recovery despite an initial decline. This is good news for investors who may have been worried about the recent fluctuations in the market. While there is...
Berkshire Hathaway’s Cash Reserves May Exceed $200B with Ongoing Stock Sales
Warren Buffett, the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, was recently spotted mingling with shareholders before the annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska. Reports suggest that Berkshire's cash reserves may exceed $200 billion, a record high for...
US Non-Farm Payrolls Forecast Distribution Analysis | Forexlive
Today, we will be discussing the importance of the US Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report and how the distribution of forecasts can impact market reactions. The NFP report is a key economic indicator that provides...
Atlanta Fed GDPNow Q3 Growth Estimate Revised Down to 2.5% | Forexlive
The latest update from the Atlanta Federal Reserve shows a slight downgrade in the GDP growth estimate for the third quarter of this year. The estimate now stands at 2.5%, down from the previous...
Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates at 5.25-5.50%, Future Cuts Uncertain – Action Forex
The Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates steady at 5.25-5.50%, a move that was widely expected. The decision was made with a unanimous vote among Fed officials. The statement released by the Fed...
June FOMC Statement Highlights and Analysis | Forexlive
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) recently released its June statement, outlining key highlights and analysis for the current economic situation in the United States. The statement emphasized that economic activity has been expanding...
Fed Officials Wary of Waiting Too Long for Rate Cut – Timiraos Analysis |...
The latest Fed preview by Wall Street Journal Fedwatcher Nick Timiraos suggests that there may be a potential rate cut in September, although no leaks have been confirmed yet. The Fed seems to be...
Silver Price Analysis: XAG/USD Ends Losing Streak Below $28.00
Silver had a bit of a rough week, ending with over 4% in losses, even though it managed to post a 0.31% gain by the end of Friday's session. This drop below $28.00 has...
Preparing Your Portfolio for the November Elections: Tips from Ron Insana
As we look ahead to 2025 and the upcoming November elections, it's clear that there are many uncertainties facing investors and the economy. With the possibility of a new administration taking over next year,...
Central Bank Meetings: BoJ, Fed, and BoE – Rate Decisions Ahead
A trio of central bank meetings are set to take place soon, with the Bank of Japan (BoJ), the Federal Reserve (Fed), and the Bank of England (BoE) all making important rate decisions. The...
Bank of England Preview: Dovish Hold and Limited EUR/GBP Downside – Action Forex
The Bank of England (BoE) is expected to maintain the Bank Rate at 5.25% on August 1st, despite market expectations for a 25bp cut to 5.00%. The decision is anticipated to be very close,...
US Inflation Data Impact on Dollar Index Trading – Action Forex
The dollar index has been showing some upward movement in trading recently, although it remains within a volatile range for the sixth consecutive day. The daily candlesticks of the past two days have long...
Fed’s Preferred Measure of Inflation in Focus for Investors | Forexlive
The focus for investors today is on the US core PCE price index, a key inflation indicator. The broader markets are hoping for a break today after a tough week, but all eyes are...
US Election Market Outlook: Key Points to Consider – Action Forex
The US Presidential election is a hot topic right now, causing volatility in the market and making the Fed's job more challenging. Recent events, such as the gun attack on Donald Trump and President...