Bond Market Volatility Surges as Oil and Yields Pressure Stocks

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Bonds experienced significant volatility this past week, as yields worldwide surged to their highest levels in decades. Bond market volatility surged at its quickest rate in several months. Investors are expressing concern that the current turbulence may extend its effects Read More …

US Treasury Yields Soar Amid Economic Strength and Inflation Worries

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After fresh data showed robust corporate activity and growing inflation fears, the 10-year US Treasury yield spiked on Wednesday to return to its highest level in almost 20 years. The 10-year yield increased by 15 basis points to 5.11%, marking Read More …

US Inflation Holds at 3.4% as Fed Rate Hike Bets Surge

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Consumer prices increased at an annual rate of 3.4% last month, maintaining the same pace observed in July, as reported by the latest Consumer Price Index from the Bureau of Labour Statistics. That likely bolsters the argument for a Federal Read More …

Warsh Warns Fed Has “Work to Do” as Inflation Remains Above 2%

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Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh cautioned that inflation is not showing significant signs of deceleration and emphasised that policymakers need to be assured of its reduction; otherwise, the central bank has “work to do.” In a comprehensive address, his inaugural Read More …

U.S. Consumer Spending Stalls as Inflation Stays High

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US consumers curtailed their expenditures in July as inflation persisted at elevated levels, according to new data released by the Commerce Department on Wednesday. Consumer spending, adjusted for inflation, remained unchanged from the previous month, marking a significant deceleration from Read More …

US consumers scaled back retail spending last month

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Americans reduced their retail expenditures in July, reflecting a decline in their confidence regarding the economy. That represents a potentially concerning mix for an economy reliant on consumer spending. Retail sales decreased by 0.6% in July compared to the previous Read More …

July US wholesale inflation was lower than expected

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Businesses’ costs are not increasing at the same pace observed in recent months, suggesting that price increases for consumers may decelerate in the forthcoming months. The Producer Price Index, which monitors price fluctuations for producers and manufacturers, rose by 4.7% Read More …

US inflation dips to 3.4% in July as petrol prices fall

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Annual inflation decelerated for the second consecutive month, easing to 3.4% in July, as petrol prices exerted less pressure, according to new data released Wednesday by the Bureau of Labour Statistics. The latest Consumer Price Index indicated a monthly price Read More …

US Stocks to Rise as Oil Prices Fall Before Inflation Data

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The major U.S. index futures are indicating a modestly higher opening on Tuesday, suggesting that stocks are poised to rebound after concluding yesterday’s volatile trading session with a slight decline. The upward momentum on Wall Street coincides with a notable Read More …