Fed News and Updates
Federal Reserve weighs AI investment boom against growth and inflation risks
A surge in AI-linked capital spending is underpinning U.S. economic growth as policymakers assess how far tighter financial conditions should go. The investment wave is lifting business activity ...
Citigroup reiterates higher S&P 500 target despite AI-driven market volatility
U.S. equity markets are under pressure as disappointing corporate results from major AI-linked companies intensify concerns about the durability of the recent technology-driven rally. Even so, ...
Philippine peso extends gains after Fed holds rates steady
The Philippine peso strengthens for a second straight session and returns to the P63-per-dollar range as the U.S. Federal Reserve leaves interest rates unchanged. The move is also supported by ...
Gold approaches $4,000 as investors assess Fed rate outlook
Gold prices declined Thursday, approaching the $4,000-an-ounce threshold after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady without offering clear guidance on its next policy move. The ...
Warsh keeps December rate hike in play as Fed holds steady
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged Wednesday, but Chair Kevin Warsh indicated that further increases remain likely as inflation continues to exceed the central bank's target. His ...
Gold prices slip as Fed hold and inflation outlook weigh on bullion
Bullion markets are turning cautious as investors reassess the U.S. interest-rate path after the Federal Reserve leaves borrowing costs unchanged. Traders are now awaiting U.S. Personal ...
Bitcoin slides below $80,000 as risk-off selloff hits crypto derivatives
A broader retreat from risk assets pushes bitcoin back below $80,000 during Asian trading, ending a two-day rebound in the cryptocurrency market. The move coincides with weakness in global ...
Indian shares seen muted after Fed holds rates steady, oil remains elevated
Indian equities are set for a subdued open on Thursday as investors weigh steady U.S. interest rates against persistent strength in crude oil prices. The combination keeps attention on inflation, ...
Fed says U.S. economy not running too hot amid AI investment demand
The Federal Reserve is keeping rates steady as officials assess whether strong investment trends are adding inflation pressure to the broader economy. Chair Kevin Warsh says the U.S. economy is ...
Fed to review AI productivity and jobs outlook at November hearing
The Federal Reserve is preparing to examine how technology-led productivity shifts could affect inflation and employment as policymakers hold interest rates steady. Chair Kevin Warsh says he plans ...
Boeing, GE Vernova seen as buying opportunities amid rate uncertainty
Investors are holding back ahead of the Federal Reserve's rate decision as higher oil prices, election uncertainty and expectations for further tightening keep stocks in a narrow range. That ...
Goldman Sachs sees one more Fed hike as stocks may benefit
A limited Federal Reserve tightening cycle could ease investor concerns about further rate increases and support equity markets. Goldman Sachs says its economists largely expect just one more ...
Global markets brace for Fed, Big Tech earnings and Bank of Canada decision
Investors are heading into one of the busiest stretches of the week as major central bank decisions, heavyweight technology earnings and the UK budget converge over the next 24 hours. The packed ...
Nasdaq futures rise as chip stocks gain ahead of Fed decision and big tech earnings
Technology-focused U.S. stock futures edge higher on Wednesday as stronger semiconductor sentiment lifts the Nasdaq before a major batch of earnings and the Federal Reserve's rate decision. ...
JPMorgan Private Bank sees further downside for gold as rates outlook pressures demand
Thin market liquidity and expectations for higher interest rates are keeping pressure on gold after its latest sell-off. JPMorgan Private Bank says the metal is unlikely to find a firm bottom ...
Crypto markets rise ahead of Fed decision as bitcoin nears $81,000
Crypto markets are advancing in Asian trading as investors position for the Federal Reserve’s rate decision and a closely watched press conference from Chair Kevin Warsh. Bitcoin is recovering ...
Indian rupee faces mild pressure before Fed decision
Asian currencies are trading weaker ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy decision, leaving the Indian rupee set for a slightly softer open on Wednesday. Traders are watching whether the U.S. ...
Dollar holds gains before Fed signal, RBNZ decision
Currency markets are largely steady in Asian trading as investors await policy decisions from the Federal Reserve and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. The U.S. central bank is widely expected to ...
U.S. markets eye Fed decision, Robinhood earnings and Big Tech reports
U.S. stocks head into Wednesday with momentum after the S&P 500 posts a second straight gain, led by technology shares. Investors now focus on the Federal Reserve rate decision, fresh corporate ...
Nasdaq extends gains as chip stocks rally and Boeing weighs on Dow
Technology and semiconductor shares lift U.S. equities on Tuesday, helping the Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500 post solid gains while the Dow Jones Industrial Average stays flat. Lower oil ...
U.S. Treasury market outlook shifts toward AI risks and deficit pressures
Treasury investors are entering this week's Federal Reserve meeting with rate expectations largely settled, but broader market direction remains uncertain. Recent bond gains reflect concerns that ...
