Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook signaled a cautious ?wait and see? approach to monetary policy on Wednesday, describing current interest rates as only ?mildly restrictive? while expressing concern over a ?K-shaped? economic divergence that is leaving low-income families behind.
Alphabet reports fourth-quarter results today after the bell, an event that serves as a high-stakes health check for the global economy. As one of the world?s largest companies, Google's performance is a primary engine for both digital advertising and the ?AI capex? supercycle that is currently propping up GDP growth.
VistaShares has rolled out a new ETF that combines U.S. Treasuries, Bitcoin exposure, and an active options strategy, in line with the rising interest in hybrid ETFs that aim to optimize income without forgoing a defensive approach.
President Trump's Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh has secured his spot on a promise of ?regime change,? but his quest to shrink the Fed's $6.6 trillion balance sheet may clash with President Trump?s demands to lower the Federal Funds rate.
Plug Power Inc (PLUG) shares fell sharply Friday after President Donald Trump formally nominated former Fed governor Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair, sparking fears that a more hawkish policy regime and potentially higher-for-longer interest rates could squeeze the hydrogen fuel-cell maker's capital-intensive growth plans. Here?s what investors need to know.
Newmont Corporation (NEM) shares are trading lower Friday morning after President Donald Trump nominated former Federal Reserve governor Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed chair in May 2026. Gold, tracked by SPDR Gold Trust , is trading over 6% lower Friday morning. Warsh is widely viewed as more skeptical of ultra-easy monetary policy than current chair Jerome Powell.
The Indian Economic Survey 2025-26 has outlined a stark warning regarding a potential global financial ?systemic shock cascade? in 2026 that could outpace the severity of the 2008 Global Financial Crisis.
President Trump on Friday announced Kevin Warsh as his nominee to succeed Jerome Powell as Chair of the Federal Reserve, yet Bitcoin plunged below $83,000 on the news. Technical analyst Kyledoops said a Warsh-led Fed would fundamentally change how markets interpret policy signals, given his reputation as an inflation hawk and strong-dollar advocate.
Charter Communications, Inc (CHTR). will release earnings for the fourth quarter before the opening bell on Friday, Jan. 30. Analysts expect the company to report fourth-quarter earnings of $9.88 per share. On Jan. 13, Charter Communications (CHTR) disclosed that it has closed on $3.0 billion in aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes.
Bitcoin is down over 5% on Thursday as broader risk-off sentiment sweeps through global markets. Weakening tech earnings and a hawkish pivot from the Federal Reserve are driving capital out of risk assets. Crypto trader Jelle highlighted that this is the largest Bitcoin correction since 2021, but it's still far from the biggest drawdown in BTC's history.
Universal Digital Intl Limited on Thursday launched USDU, the UAE?s first central bank-approved stablecoin that puts it in direct competition with Circle?s USDC . This make Universal Digital the first company registered by the Central Bank of the UAE to issue a Foreign Payment Token, The Block reported.
The stock market witnessed a mixed performance today as the?S&P 500?and the?Nasdaq?indices showed varied results. As investors await Fed Chair?Jerome Powell?s press conference, the market remains cautious amid political pressures on the central bank.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is signaling patience, noting that the central bank remains "well positioned" as the labor market shows signs of stabilization.
The Federal Reserve kept the federal funds rate unchanged at 3.5%?3.75% on Wednesday, putting its easing cycle on hold after three rate cuts last year that brought borrowing costs to their lowest since 2022.
Arthur Hayes, Chief Investment Officer at?Maelstrom?Fund, explored in an essay published Tuesday how a potential intervention by U.S. authorities to support the Japanese yen could boost risk assets like Bitcoin . In the essay titled "Woomph," Hayes argued that the Treasury Department, in coordination with the Federal Reserve, could sell dollars and buy yen, solving ?many financial problem...
Wednesday's Federal Reserve meeting is expected to be routine on paper ? but markets may be bracing for something far less ordinary. Any fireworks are unlikely to come from monetary policy, but Chair Jerome Powell's press conference could turn tense as politics, subpoenas and presidential pressure overshadow an otherwise quiet meeting.
Bitcoin is showing signs of life ahead an expected interest rate hold by the Federal Reserve on Wednesday. Notable Statistics: Notable Developments: Trader Notes: Trader Crypto Seth explained that crypto saw another sharp flush even as U.S. equities stayed strong.
Bitcoin remains range-bound around $88,000, but traders are bracing for potential volatility and downside risk. Historically, Bitcoin has reacted negatively around FOMC meetings with around 9% drop the last time. Crypto chart analyst Ali Martinez noted that in 2025, BTC fell after seven of eight Fed decisions. A 15% spike in May 2025 was the exception.
Gold didn't rally on CPI prints. Call it the Greenland Tax. For decades, gold traded on interest rates and real yields. Greenland shouldn't move trillion-dollar markets. Gold is reacting to the weaponization of geography?not to inflation. In this regime, gold isn't just a metal. Each territorial flare-up, tariff threat, or alliance fracture adds an invisible premium to bullion.
Some of the biggest names in finance and politics made headlines this week. Scott Bessent, the U.S. Treasury Secretary, criticized the Federal Reserve for several ethical lapses and policy missteps. Bessent pointed to ?mistimed asset purchases? as the primary reason for the $100 billion annual loss.
American households are starting 2026 on firmer footing, with sentiment ticking up to its highest level in five months and inflation worries slipping to levels not seen since early 2025, just as food prices tumble across grocery aisles.
Goldman Sachs has raised its end-2026 gold price forecast to $5,400 per ounce from $4,900, citing strengthening structural demand for the metal. "The rally has accelerated since 2025 because central banks started competing for limited bullion with private sector investors," analysts Daan Struyven and Lina Thomas wrote in a Thursday note, according to Business Insider.
Bitcoin is down 2% over the past 24 hours as rising U.S. Treasury yields put pressure on risk assets; liquidations stand at $361.56 million over the past 24 hours. ??. Bitcoin ETFs saw $394.7 million in net outflows on Friday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $4.64 million in net inflows. The total meme coin market capitalization extended declines, with a 3.9% drop to $44.7 billion.
The rise of artificial intelligence continues to accelerate, with relentless demand now deepening the global memory chip shortage. In addition, we now have the Federal Reserve actively tracking AI's contribution to GDP growth. And when it comes to the advisory office, AI is there too.
iShares Silver Trust (SLV) shares are dipping on Thursday, pulling back from recent record gains as investors take profits following silver?s surge. Silver surged to fresh all?time highs earlier this week, fueled by rising political tension around Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and growing instability in the Middle East.
Neel Kashkari, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, voiced optimism about the U.S. economy, forecasting sustained growth and easing inflation.
iShares Silver Trust (SLV) shares are trading higher on Wednesday. What To Know: Powell revealed in a video posted Sunday night that the Federal Reserve has received grand jury subpoenas, calling them threats of criminal indictment tied to his congressional testimony about the Fed's $2.5 billion headquarters renovation.
The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a decline in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the ?Greed? zone on Tuesday. U.S. stocks settled lower on Tuesday, with the Dow Jones index falling almost 400 points during the session. The Consumer Price Index rose 2.7% year over year in December, matching both the prior reading and economist estimates.
President Donald Trump used a Michigan stage Tuesday to escalate pressure on the Federal Reserve while pitching tariffs as the engine behind a revival in auto jobs and factory investment.
Inflation looked stable in December, but a closer look at the CPI revealed that several everyday costs continued to rise fast enough to keep household budgets under pressure ? particularly housing, food and utilities. The Consumer Price Index rose 2.7% year over year in December, unchanged from November and in line with estimates, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Leading central bankers from Europe to Asia have voiced firm support for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, backing his defense of monetary independence as the U.S. Justice Department ramps up its investigation into his congressional testimony.
Editor?s note: This article was updated to add more detail and context. Inflation held steady in December, with fresh data showing price pressures remained firm above the Fed?s 2% target but failed to accelerate into year-end. The Consumer Price Index rose 2.7% year over year in December, according to data released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Inflation held steady in December, with fresh data showing price pressures remained firm above the Fed?s 2% target but failed to accelerate into year-end. The Consumer Price Index rose 2.7% year over year in December, according to data released Tuesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a monthly basis, consumer prices increased 0.3%, also in line with forecasts.
ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood is calling for an economic ?Goldilocks? scenario in 2026, forecasting real GDP growth surging toward 5%, accompanied by falling inflation?and potentially outright deflation?driven by an AI-led productivity boom.
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (HYMC) ripped to a new 52-week high Monday morning as traders piled into gold-leveraged names following an escalating clash between the White House, the Justice Department and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Here?s what investors need to know.
The iShares Silver Trust (SLV) surged to a fresh all-time high Monday morning as silver climbed above $85 amid a clash between the White House, the Justice Department and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Here?s what investors need to know.
The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed further improvement in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the ?Neutral? zone on Friday. U.S. stocks settled higher on Friday, with the Dow Jones index gaining more than 200 points during the session. The S&P 500 gained 1% last week, while the Dow and Nasdaq surged 2.3% and 1.9%, respectively.
Nike Inc's (NKE) turnaround is progressing more slowly than was earlier anticipated, according to Needham. The Nike Analyst: Analyst Tom Nikic downgraded the rating from Buy to Hold rating, while keeping the price target unchanged at $68. The Nike Thesis: The company has been aggressively selling to the North American wholesale channel. Check out other analyst stock ratings.
Editor?s Note: This story has been updated with additional data from the latest U.S. labor market report. The U.S. economy ended 2025 with a steadier labor market than many feared, easing concerns about mounting job losses that dominated late summer and the early weeks of the fourth quarter.
Gold?s stellar performance in 2025 has left its mark on the financial landscape. Investor demand surged through physically backed gold ETFs, with global inflows hitting a record $89 billion in 2025, according to GoldHub. North America accounted for the majority of inflows, but Europe and Asia also posted some of their strongest performances on record.
The U.S. economy may be on track to post an exceptionally strong expansion in the fourth quarter of 2025, helped in large part by a sharp narrowing in the trade deficit following tariffs implemented under President Donald Trump.
President Donald Trump told The New York Times he has decided on the next Federal Reserve Chair but won?t disclose the name, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said rate cuts are ?the only ingredient missing? for stronger economic growth. Trump said during a Wednesday night interview that he has a decision in mind but hasn?t discussed it with anyone.
Bitcoin is trading around $87,000 on Tuesday as liquidations stand at $188.74 million over the past 24 hours. Bitcoin ETFs saw $19.3 million in net outflows on Monday, while Ethereum ETFs reported $9.63 million in net outflows. What's Holding Markets Back Michael van de Poppe said Bitcoin continues to face rejection above $88,000 and remains locked in a multi-week consolidation range.
Bank of America Corp. CEO Brian Moynihan says America's fixation on Federal Reserve rate moves has overshadowed the private sector's role in powering the economy, even as mounting political pressure raises fears over the central bank's independence.
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