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Big banks post strong Q3 profits, but warn higher rates and inflation could bite
Major banks report higher profits Wall Street’s largest banks reported stronger third-quarter profits as consumers continued paying bills and businesses invested heavily in artificial intelligence. JPMorgan Chase earned $15.3 billion,…
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Americans 75 and older are wealthiest age group, Fed survey finds
Older households lead wealth gains Families headed by someone aged 75 or older are now the wealthiest age group in the United States. The Federal Reserve’s Survey of Consumer Finances…
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US stocks rise to the edge of an all-time high
Buyouts and artificial intelligence lift stocks U.S. stocks moved close to record territory Monday after two acquisition announcements boosted the market. The S&P 500 gained 0.7% to 7,773.95, finishing within…
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Wall Street week ahead: Fed minutes, unemployment data, consumer sentiment update
A week of important economic signals Wall Street faces a busy week of reports covering services, unemployment and consumer sentiment. Investors will also examine minutes from the Federal Reserve’s latest…
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US stocks drop to their worst day since July as inflation worsens
Inflation pushes major indexes lower United States stocks recorded their worst session since July after a report showed inflation accelerated more than economists expected. The S&P 500 fell 1.1%, marking…
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A strong profit report from SpaceX helps lift tech stocks and Wall Street
Strong earnings lift major indexes United States stocks rose Wednesday after several large companies reported stronger profits than analysts expected. The S&P 500 gained 0.6% and moved within 0.8% of…
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Most US stocks rise following strong profit reports from Equifax, Hasbro and other big companies
Corporate profits drive market gains Most United States stocks rose Tuesday after several large companies reported quarterly profits above analysts’ expectations. The S&P 500 gained 0.3%, while the Dow Jones…
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AI stocks lead a rebound on Wall Street as European markets drop following protests
AI shares revive major US indexes Artificial intelligence stocks recovered part of the previous week’s losses and lifted Wall Street on Monday. The S&P 500 rose 0.4%, while the technology-heavy…
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US markets are weighed down by an extended sell-off in the tech sector
Technology losses end a difficult week A broad technology sell-off pulled Wall Street lower Friday and completed its worst week since late June. The S&P 500 fell 1.1% and lost…
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Japan records a trade deficit as oil imports soar because of conflict in the Middle East
Oil costs push Japan into a trade deficit Japan recorded a trade deficit of 2.81 trillion yen, or $17.8 billion, during the first half of its fiscal year. Government data…
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Inflation cooled slightly last month even as consumers stepped up spending
Inflation eases but remains elevated Consumer prices rose 3.4% in August from a year earlier, below the 3.7% increase economists had expected. However, prices climbed 0.3% from July, compared with…
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Americans’ view of the economy sinks to the lowest level since 2014, Conference Board survey says
Confidence falls to its lowest level in more than a decade The Conference Board’s consumer confidence index dropped 6.7 points to 81.9 in September, down from 88.6 in August. That…
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Wall Street week ahead: consumer confidence, inflation, employment updates
Consumer Confidence Opens a Busy Week Wall Street is preparing for several reports that will provide a clearer picture of the U.S. economy. The data will show how consumers are…
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Why bond yields are rising and why everyone should care
Bond Prices and Yields Move in Opposite Directions Bond yields have climbed to levels not seen in roughly two decades, affecting borrowers, savers, investors, and taxpayers. Governments and large companies…
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A shaky day for oil prices and the bond market leaves US stocks not far from where they started
Stocks Finish Near Flat After Sudden Reversals U.S. stocks ended a volatile Thursday close to where they began after moving repeatedly between gains and losses. The S&P 500 slipped less…
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UK inflation rises to 5-month high, further pressuring Bank of England to raise rates this year
Inflation Moves Further Above Target Official figures showed that inflation in the United Kingdom reached a five-month high in August. The consumer price index rose to 3.1% from 2.9% in…
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Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut
The Fed Raises Rates Again Federal Reserve officials raised their benchmark interest rate by a quarter point, marking the first increase since 2023. The decision lifted the key rate to…
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Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trump’s demands
A Rate Increase Appears Likely Federal Reserve officials were widely expected to raise their short-term interest rate for the first time in three years. The move would address inflation that…
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Wall Street week ahead: Federal Reserve decision on interest rates, retail sales update
The Federal Reserve Takes Center Stage Investors will focus on the Federal Reserve as policymakers conclude their two-day meeting Wednesday. The central bank could raise its benchmark interest rate to…
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US stocks jump after oil prices ease and an inflation update comes in near expectations
Markets Rebound as Oil Prices Retreat Wall Street recovered much of its weekly losses Friday after oil prices eased and inflation data matched expectations. The S&P 500 gained 0.9%, ending…
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European Central Bank raises interest rates a quarter point to quell energy-fueled inflation
The ECB Raises Its Benchmark Rate European Central Bank officials raised their benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point to 2.50%. The decision covered the 21 European Union countries…
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US stocks rally to their best day in 6 weeks after oil prices and bond yields ease
Oil and Bond Markets Give Stocks Relief U.S. stocks recorded their strongest day in six weeks as lower oil prices and easing bond yields helped reverse losses from the previous…
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Wall Street drifts lower as bond yields rise and oil prices swing
A Mixed Finish After a Volatile Week U.S. stock indexes ended an uneven week with mixed results as elevated bond yields and oil prices weighed on investors. The S&P 500…
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Pressure from the bond market hits a new level, and US stocks slide on worries about inflation
Bond Yields Reach a New Threshold U.S. stocks fell as pressure from the bond market intensified and a strong economic report revived concerns about inflation. The S&P 500 lost 0.8%,…
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Federal Reserve official says inflation persistence led her to support interest rate hike
Collins Backs Higher Borrowing Costs Susan Collins, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, supported the central bank’s quarter-point interest rate increase to about 3.9%. Persistent inflation and renewed…
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Federal Reserve rate hike reflects new world of sticky inflation and faster growth
A New Era of Higher Rates The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark rate by a quarter point to 3.9%, its first increase since 2023. Yet economists argue that broader economic…
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Why the Federal Reserve is lifting rates now, and what it means
The Fed Moves from Caution to Action Six weeks after a divided Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged, its policy committee unanimously approved an increase. Nearly all officials also indicated that…
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America In Focus: Affordability concerns rise as Fed hikes key rate, mortgage rate reaches nearly 7%
Higher Rates Add to Household Pressure Rising prices for groceries, gasoline and housing remained central economic concerns for Americans during the week. These costs are influencing household and business decisions…
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Bank of England holds rates but appears ready to hike soon
Rates Remain Unchanged for Now The Bank of England kept its main interest rate at 3.75% but indicated that an increase could arrive soon. The decision reflected growing concern about…
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Fed rate hike likely means more expensive credit cards and mortgages, but savers may rejoice
The Fed Raises the Cost of Borrowing Federal Reserve officials raised the benchmark interest rate by a quarter point, its first increase since mid-2023. The move placed the target range…