Market Volatility Complicates

Market volatility complicates work for lawmakers in Alaska

President Donald Trump's on-again, off-again tariffs and a related drop in oil prices have contributed to the uncertainty for Alaska lawmakers tasked each year with crafting a state budget based on ...

ABC News - 2d

Mortgage rates surge over 7% as tariffs hit bond market

Mortgage rates surged over 7% to end the week, after massive volatility in bond markets surrounding President Donald Trump's tariff agenda.

CNBC - 3d

‘How much will a manic Trump cost me?’ Pension savers’ anxiety rises over market volatility

Guardian readers say they have been hit hard by the US-inspired trade war, with some having lost tens of thousands from their pots. Fraser, 63, a retiree from Essex, had been planning to leave his ...

The Guardian - 1d

Stocks Post Gain for the Week Amid Trump Tariff Volatility, but Investors Remain Anxious

While the S&P 500 rose, other corners of the financial markets showed that investors expect big swings to continue.

The New York Times - 3d

Here are the 2 big things we're watching in the stock market this week

First-quarter earnings season picks up steam after one of Wall Street's most volatile weeks on record.

CNBC - 1d

4/8: The Daily Report

Lindsey Reiser reports on another day of volatility in the markets as President Trump's tariffs get ready to take effect, a roof collapse at a nightclub in the Dominican Republic that killed dozens ...

CBS News - 2d

Did Trump Manipulate the Stock Market?

President Trump’s post on social media caused the stock market to respond in an unusual way. Rob Copeland, a finance reporter for The New York Times, explains whether this could be considered ...

The New York Times - 1d

Bond Market is Upended by Trump’s Tariffs

In the usually steady government bond market, the yield on the 10-year Treasury has risen to about 4.5 percent from less than 4 percent at the end of last week.

The New York Times - 3d

UK lenders fret over risk-transfer market after BoE warning

Officials zeroing in on $1.1tn SRT market between banks and private capital investors

Financial Times - 21h

The Treasury Secretary Is Wrong About How Most Retirees See the Stock Market

We asked readers who were on the cusp of retirement whether they were watching the markets. About 400 replied.

The New York Times - 1d

Global stock markets up amid Trump tariffs exemptions for electronics

Major stock markets in Asia and Europe rose in Monday trading following the U.S. announcement that key consumer electronics would be temporarily exempted from tariffs.

ABC News - 16h

US stock markets expected to recover after Trump drops tariffs on mobiles

Exemption, seen as a climbdown, includes laptops and chips, and is likely to help firms such as Apple and Nvidia. US stock markets were expected to stage a recovery on Monday after Donald Trump ...

The Guardian - 1d

The pain of doing business under Trump

Buckling to a volatile administration has costs that are only starting to become apparent

Financial Times - 1d

Fantasy Baseball Week 4 Preview: Two-start pitcher rankings highlight Clay Holmes, Mitch Keller

Are two solid matchups justification enough to start the most notoriously volatile pitcher?

CBS Sports - 23h

How DOGE’s Government Building Selling Spree Could Affect the Office Real Estate Market

The federal government has sold 13 buildings so far, and Elon Musk’s DOGE claims there are another 68 on the market.

Inc. - 3d

What to Know About Who Pays the Higher Costs of Trump’s Tariffs

President Trump’s trade policies will make imports more expensive and calculating and paying the tariffs more complicated.

The New York Times - 3d

Inside Mohamed Salah’s Contract Saga and How It Was Resolved

Negotiations between Liverpool and the Egyptian star were complicated, taking almost a year to conclude.

The New York Times - 2d

How Should You Invest in 529 College Savings Plans During Market Swings?

Parents who put money into 529 plans may find it tricky to find the right investment strategies while the stock market is in turmoil.

The New York Times - 1d

How to avoid Treasury bond panic and still get 'peace of mind' income from the market

Amid Treasury panic and market stress, the 'bond ladder’ concept can help investors and savers seeking a fixed income from falling into a financial hole.

CNBC - 1d

Tokenization of the market, from stocks to bonds to real estate is coming, says BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, if we can solve one problem

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink thinks tokenization of stock and bond markets will revolutionize financial ownership and investing, but there's a security challenge.

CNBC - 2d

As ‘sell America’ trade rattles Washington and Wall Street, here’s what could bring U.S. markets back from the brink

President Trump’s decision to pause some of his tariffs helped spur a rebound in stocks last week. But it didn’t stop the pressure from spreading to other corners of the financial markets.

MarketWatch - 1d

‘The sky won’t fall’: China plays down Trump tariff risks as stock markets rally

Chinese customs official says trade has diversified away from US in recent years and plays up its ‘vast domestic market’. Business live – latest updates China has played down the risk of ...

The Guardian - 17h

U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Steps Down Amid Strained Ties Under Trump

The departure may complicate the already delicate relationship between Washington and Kyiv, which has been stressed by President Trump’s efforts to end the war.

The New York Times - 4d

Trump tariff plans bring wide concern about financial impact — CBS News poll

President Trump's approvals on economy and inflation dip, as Wall Street has one of its most volatile weeks in recent years.

CBS News - 1d

Real Madrid risk missing out as Arsenal and Liverpool accelerate talks for €30m-rated star

According to Real Madrid Confidencial, two Premier League giants—Arsenal and Liverpool—have stepped into the race to sign Ajax sensation Jorrel Hato, creating serious complications for Real Madrid...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

America the Unstable

The US will pay a market penalty for Trump’s turmoil

Financial Times - 1d

How will the ECB respond to Trump’s trade war?

Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week ahead

Financial Times - 1d

Markets Worry About Finding an Exit From Trump’s Trade Fight

Investors are concerned about the continued escalation of the U.S.-China tariff battle — and the state of the president’s negotiating leverage.

The New York Times - 3d

Bond market moves raise fears of growing bets against America

Treasury yields have been behaving unusually, sparking concerns that the typical “safe haven” investment might be losing some of its shine.

NBC News - 2d

A trove of artifacts recovered from the black market goes on display in Naples

Hundreds of once-missing artifacts, hunted down over decades by a special Italian police unit, have been unveiled for the first time in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples

ABC News - 2d

Trump exempts smartphones from ‘reciprocal’ tariffs after market rout

Dispensation is first sign of softening of levies against China and provides a big boost for Apple

Financial Times - 1d

FirstFT: Global markets rise after Trump’s temporary tariff exemption for smartphones

Also in today’s newsletter, Meta and FTC in antitrust trial and Theresa May’s Lunch with the FT

Financial Times - 20h

PS5 price jumps £40 as Sony cites 'challenging' market conditions

The digital, disc-free edition of Sony's console has increased by roughly £70 since it first went on sale.

BBC News - 15h

Terrible timing and huge uncertainty: how ports and shipping are handling tariff turmoil

As they reel from Trump’s policies, companies say volatile freight costs and congestion are now the norm . The container ship was halfway across the Atlantic when Donald Trump, during his first ...

The Guardian - 1d

GOP senator on Trump tariffs: 'What’s the endgame here?'

Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) said on Sunday said he’s questioning President Trump’s “endgame” in his approach to tariffs, saying the ongoing “volatility” isn’t good for businesses. “One thing I ...

The Hill - 1d