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The U.S. economy grew at a sharply slower pace in the first quarter and inflation topped Wall Street's expectations, dimming investor hopes for a quick Fed rate cut and sending the stock and bond markets down.
The U.S. economy grew at a sharply slower pace in the first quarter and inflation topped Wall Street’s expectations, dimming investor hopes for a quick Fed rate cut and sending the stock and bond markets down.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Traders will get a new look at the prospects for interest-rate cuts at the conclusion of the Fed's Wednesday meeting, potentially modifying investors' anxiety about what is next for the stock market.
Traders will get a new look at the prospects for interest-rate cuts at the conclusion of the Fed’s Wednesday meeting, potentially modifying investors’ anxiety about what is next for the stock market.The Wall Street Journal - World -
As home sellers, buyers wait on a Fed cut, here's how mortgage rates have impacted the spring housing market
While some buyers have come to terms with 7% interest rates, the rate volatility is the factor with the biggest impact, an economist says.CNBC - Business - Mortgage -
As home sellers, buyers wait on a Fed cut, here's how mortgage rates have impacted the spring housing market
People looking to buy or sell a home this spring are paying close attention to mortgage rates.NBC News - Top stories - Mortgage -
Canadian stocks can outperform U.S. if Bank of Canada cuts rates before the Fed
Investors looking for a way to profit from a delayed start to Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts should consider putting their money to work in the Great White North.MarketWatch - Business - Canada -
The Dream of Fed Rate Cuts Is Slipping Away
Investors are backing away from expectations that the central bank can reduce rates in coming months, hitting markets.The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
Even If the Fed Cuts, the Days of Ultralow Rates Are Over
Soaring budget deficits and investment needs mean the “neutral” interest rate may be higher.The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
Comex Gold, Silver Settle Higher
Gold settled nearly 0.5% higher, up for three consecutive sessions, and silver rose 0.4%, up two of the past three sessions.The Wall Street Journal - World -
ECB will need more rate cuts if Fed holds back, says policymaker
Head of Italy’s central bank highlights risk of US stance pushing up global borrowing costsFinancial Times - Business - Federal Reserve -
ECB will need more rate cuts if Fed holds back, says policymaker
Head of Italy’s central bank highlights risk of US stance pushing up global borrowing costsFinancial Times - World - Federal Reserve
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