Producer Prices Surge, Undermining Trump's 'Solved' Inflation Claim
A sharp, unexpected jump in wholesale prices complicates the White House's economic narrative and its pressure campaign on the Federal Reserve for rate cuts.
A sharp, unexpected jump in wholesale prices complicates the White House's economic narrative and its pressure campaign on the Federal Reserve for rate cuts.
London-based Silphium Asset Management has liquidated its entire $6.2 million position in the Vanguard Long-Term Corporate Bond ETF (VCLT), a move that raises questions about institutional appetite for long-duration credit amid shifting economic forecasts.
Facing a new U.S. threat of tariffs on nations supplying oil to Cuba, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum pledges to pursue diplomatic channels and seek alternatives to avert a potential humanitarian crisis on the island, while safeguarding Mexico's own economic interests.
BrightSpire Capital, Inc. (BRSP) finds itself predominantly in the hands of institutional investors, a vote of confidence that brings both stability and potential volatility. As major funds like Vanguard and BlackRock hold significant shares, the stock's trajectory is closely tied to their moves.
The head of the European Stability Mechanism has told Reuters the bloc's 430-billion-euro emergency fund could be repurposed to provide defense loans to member states, signaling a strategic shift as Europe seeks to bolster its military autonomy.
After a three-year suspension due to insurgent violence, TotalEnergies and Mozambique have agreed to restart one of Africa's largest natural gas developments, raising hopes for economic transformation amid lingering risks.
U.S. stock index futures trimmed early declines after President Donald Trump nominated former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank, a move seen as injecting moderate policy views amid economic uncertainty.
A revised price target for Rithm Capital (NYSE: RITM) has prompted a fresh look at the mortgage REIT's prospects, with analysts weighing its strategic shifts against a complex macroeconomic backdrop.
Annaly Capital Management capped off a robust 2025 with a fourth-quarter economic return of 8.6%, driven by a constructive fixed-income environment and growth across its core strategies. The mortgage REIT highlighted conservative leverage, a secure dividend, and strategic capital deployment as it navigates evolving market conditions.
Gold prices resumed their upward trajectory Friday, shaking off a volatile session as threats to global stability and expectations of a dovish Federal Reserve pivot continue to drive the historic surge in bullion.
The U.S. dollar's recent plunge to multi-year lows has unsettled markets, fueling debate over the currency's future and the economic policies driving its decline.
While speculative 'story stocks' capture headlines, Axis Real Estate Investment Trust (KLSE:AXREIT) presents a compelling case for investors seeking stability through consistent earnings growth and strong insider alignment.
The Labor Department has postponed the release of January's highly anticipated employment report, citing the ongoing partial government shutdown. This marks the second major delay in recent months for a key economic indicator that markets and policymakers rely on.
As major indices climb, investors are sifting through economic crosscurrents to find resilient tech innovators. We examine three companies—Veracyte, monday.com, and Zeta Global—whose strategic moves and financial momentum position them for potential growth.
A powerful but uncommon shift in market leadership is underway as small-caps, energy, and value stocks drive gains. While a sign of health, historical parallels to similar 'breadth' events often coincided with economic stress.
Saudi Arabia unveils a new national strategy aiming to attract $64 billion in private investment by 2030 through over 220 public-private partnerships across key sectors, marking a significant shift in its economic model amid broader spending reassessments.
Senior Iranian officials have privately warned Supreme Leader Khamenei that public fury over a recent bloody crackdown has eroded the 'wall of fear,' raising concerns that even a limited U.S. strike could embolden protesters and threaten the regime's stability, according to multiple sources familiar with high-level discussions.
A new economic report finds that while inflation has cooled, recent tariff policies have kept prices higher than they otherwise would be, as the Supreme Court weighs the legality of the measures.
Fourth-quarter earnings for S&P 500 companies are significantly outperforming expectations, led by robust growth in industrial and tech sectors, as investors await a busy week of corporate results and key economic data.
The investment fund sold $3.87 million worth of shares in the Argentine bank, reflecting a strategic portfolio adjustment as the lender navigates a challenging economic environment.