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Economy 2 months ago
Fed expected to hold rates steady as Iran war roils outlook
US Federal Reserve policymakers are expected to leave interest rates unchanged at their meeting next week, as the US-Israel war on Iran sends shock waves through markets and recent economic data has begun to show weakness.
Economy 2 months ago
US economy unexpectedly loses jobs in February; unemployment rises
The US economy unexpectedly shed jobs in February and the unemployment rate increased to 4.4 percent, potentially hinting at a deterioration in labor market conditions that could put the Federal Reserve in a difficult spot amid rising oil prices.
Markets 2 months ago
US weighs oil futures market action to combat price spikes, White House says
The US Treasury Department is expected to announce measures aimed at combating rising energy prices in the wake of the Iran conflict, including potential action involving the oil futures market, a senior White House official said.
Economy 3 months ago
US trade deficit swells in December as imports surge
The US trade deficit widened sharply in December amid a surge in imports, despite President Donald Trump's tariffs on foreign manufactured merchandise, but most of the imports were capital goods, which should support business investment and keep expectations for strong economic growth intact.
Markets 3 months ago
Gold edges lower on firmer dollar after strong US jobs data
Gold prices dipped on Thursday, as the U.S. dollar firmed after stronger-than-expected January jobs data dented expectation for near-term interest rate cuts, while investors awaited inflation data due on Friday for more monetary policy cues.
Markets 3 months ago
Buoyant stocks pause for breath on signs of softening US consumption
Bonds jumped and a rebound in stock markets slowed down on Wednesday after softer-than-expected US retail sales figures, while a rally in the yen has extended and might be beginning to signal a shift in investor thinking since Japan's election.
