Economy Week Ahead: U.S. Interest Rates, Housing Market in Focus
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The U.S. economy and inflation might be cooling off, but lower interest rates are still far away
Is the economy headed in the right direction? Wall Street investors certainly think so. They drove U.S. stocks to a record high this week. Why the optimism?MarketWatch - Business -
Week Ahead for FX, Bonds: PMI Surveys, Asia Central Banks in Focus
Key data from the U.S., Europe and U.K. will share the stage with a raft of central bank decisions out of Asia-Pacific, as the timing of interest rate cuts stays front of mind for investors.The Wall Street Journal - World -
USD/JPY's Medium-Term Uptrend Appears Intact, Charts Show
USD/JPY’s medium-term uptrend since the Dec. 28, 2023 low of 140.25 appears intact as its price movements have continued to oscillate within an ascending channel, based on technical charts, Oanda said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
What to know ahead of this week's House v. NCAA settlement votes
Major college sports are set to shift this week to give athletes a significantly larger portion of the billions of dollars they help generate for their schools.ESPN - Sports -
The Dow crossed 40000 for the first time, a milestone that appeared implausible a little more than two years ago when the Fed began raising interest rates to cool an overheated economy.
The Dow crossed 40000 for the first time, a milestone that appeared implausible a little more than two years ago when the Fed began raising interest rates to cool an overheated economy.The Wall Street Journal - World -
30-year Treasury yield falls for 3rd straight week after data indicate ‘serious headwinds’ for U.S. economy
Rates on U.S. government debt finished slightly higher on Friday even after new Conference Board data pointed to softer economic conditions ahead. However, yields finished lower for the week, with the 30-year rate experiencing its third straight ...MarketWatch - Business -
The Properties High Interest Rates Can't Touch
Competition to buy the world’s most exclusive stores is intense despite modest rent growth.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Trump turns trial into circus as Biden tries to focus minds on economy
As a slew of Republicans went to the hush-money trial to show their fealty to their boss, the president tried to rise above it. Donald Trump last week turned his New York fraud trial into a political circus and a platform for his election campaign ...The Guardian - World - Joe Biden -
Economy Losing Steam as Labor Market Tightens
Weekly jobless claim numbers decline as the impact of higher interest rates starts to hit key business sectors like homebuilding and manufacturing.Inc. - Business -
Auto incentives are back — but high interest rates weaken deals for buyers
Incentives are coming back to the auto market, but interest rates remain high, corroding the benefits for buyers. Here are three things shoppers can do.CNBC - Business -
How to immunize your bond ETF if interest rates turn higher
Tips to hedge a portfolio against interest rate fluctuations.MarketWatch - Business -
Gold Futures Set New Record on China Debt, Rate-Cut Hopes and Geopolitical Fears
Gold futures reached a new record settlement as Chinese investors flock to safe havens, rate-cut hopes grow and geopolitical tensions mount.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Summer interest rate cut possible, says Bank deputy
Ben Broadbent's comments come ahead of data which is expected to show a fall in inflation.BBC News - Top stories -
Soaring debt and deficits causing worry about threats to the economy and markets
Government debt that has swelled nearly 50% is capturing increasing worry both on Wall Street and in Washington.CNBC - Business -
Key weeks ahead for Russia’s war in Ukraine
Russia has launched a push north of Kharkiv but its ultimate goal is so far unclear.BBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
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Mortgage rates drop as markets bet on Bank of England cut
Fresh wave of competition among lenders could provide relief for homebuyers ahead of UK general electionFinancial Times - Business - Mortgage -
China to cut mortgage rates as part of plan to prop up property market
Local authorities will be allowed to turn unsold homes from developers into affordable housing. China will cut mortgage rates and allow local authorities to turn unsold homes from developers into affordable housing, in a series of drastic measures ...The Guardian - World - China -
I earn $120,000 a year and have $165,000 in savings. How do I invest in this high-interest-rate environment?
“My husband and I would like to provide our new baby with the best life we can.”MarketWatch - Business -
Leading index for U.S. economy sinks again and points to slower growth
The leading indicators for the U.S. economy fell in April for the second month in a row and pointed to ”serious headwinds to growth.”MarketWatch - Business -
Jim Cramer's week ahead: Earnings from Nvidia, Target, Macy's
CNBC's Jim Cramer highlighted earnings reports from Palo Alto Networks, Toll Brothers, Ross Stores and Deckers Outdoor.CNBC - Business -
Why Michael Dell's latest prediction about AI PCs is great news for Best Buy
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.CNBC - Business -
How Toyota's Tacoma became king of the U.S. midsize truck market
The midsize Toyota Tacoma truck outsells rivals, including American brands. But the market is increasingly crowded with trucks from Ford, GM, and EV brands.CNBC - Business -
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Super Mario RPG Gets Huge Discount Ahead Of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door's Launch Next Week
Super Mario RPG for Nintendo Switch is on sale for a low price at Amazon and Walmart. You can grab a physical copy of the beloved turn-based RPG for only $43 at Amazon and Walmart. This is the lowest price we've seen at a major retailer since the ...GameSpot - Tech -
Stephen King's New Book Is Steeply Discounted At Amazon Ahead Of Next Week's Release
Stephen King's next book is almost here. You Like It Darker, a collection of short stories, releases Tuesday, May 21. Published by King's longtime publisher Scribner, You Like It Darker will join King's wildly impressive bibliography that already ...GameSpot - Tech -
Football Focus
Alex Scott looks ahead to the final weekend of a fascinating Premier League season.BBC News - Top stories -
Rents just surged 10% in this affordable housing market. It was ‘bound to happen,’ one economist says.
Renters are swapping high-cost cities with expensive rentals for more affordable markets, a Redfin report found.MarketWatch - Business -
Simone Biles dominates field at U.S. Classic ahead of Olympic return in Paris this summer
Simone Biles won the U.S. Classic by nearly two full points Saturday night in what was her best outing since the Tokyo Olympics.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Smaller European brands are embracing the U.S. as alternative growth markets such as China and Russia become increasingly fraught.
Smaller European brands are embracing the U.S. as alternative growth markets such as China and Russia become increasingly fraught.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
The manicure economy
Work demands an even more human touch as machines take jobsFinancial Times - Business -
U.S. oil prices settle at one-week high on post-CPI relief rally and drop in crude supplies
U.S. oil prices settled at their highest level in a week on Thursday, extending a relief rally sparked by data showing a slowdown in key U.S. inflation data.MarketWatch - Business -
Most of the U.S. doctors and nurses stranded in a Gaza hospital all week made it out of the enclave, but some stayed behind to treat wounded Palestinians.
Most of the U.S. doctors and nurses stranded in a Gaza hospital all week made it out of the enclave, but some stayed behind to treat wounded Palestinians.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The sudden revival of GameStop mania comes just as the U.S. financial industry is racing to fix a big problem with the market's plumbing that roiled investors during the original meme-stock craze in 2021.
The sudden revival of GameStop mania comes just as the U.S. financial industry is racing to fix a big problem with the market’s plumbing that roiled investors during the original meme-stock craze in 2021.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Russia and Ukraine: two economies at war
Government reshuffle underlines Putin’s militarisation effort as Kyiv fights on with western supportFinancial Times - World - Ukraine -
Cop29 at a crossroads in Azerbaijan with focus on climate finance
Fossil-fuel dependent country hopes to provide bridge between wealthy global north and poor south at November gathering. Oil is inescapable in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The smell of it greets the visitor on arrival and from the shores of ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
Make no mistake, revenge is focus of NFL grudge matches
From discarded players to discarded coaches, playoff pain to good old regular-season heartbreak, the NFL's rivalry lineup is deep. Here are the top contests.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
Raducanu sits out French Open to focus on fitness
Britain's Emma Raducanu withdraws from the French Open, 24 hours before the start of qualifying, as part of a plan to improve her fitness.BBC News - Top stories - French Open -
This Commodity Tells a Story About the Entire Economy and It's Bullish
Copper prices have gone parabolic this year as traders bet on economic growth and AI.Inc. - Business -
Under Israeli Bombs, a Wartime Economy Emerges in Gaza
Amid the destruction, a marketplace of survival has arisen focused on the basics: food, shelter and money.The New York Times - World - Israel