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White House says increased productivity means Fed can cut rates
Apr 6, 2026

White House says increased productivity means Fed can cut rates

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett says AI-driven productivity gains may ease inflation and allow the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates.

A sign posted outside a Target store states the company is hiring in Encinitas, California, U.S., March 30, 2026. REUTERS/Mike Blake
Apr 3, 2026

US labor market posts largest jobs gain in 15 months, but clouds brewing from Iran war

U.S. job growth rebounded by 178,000 in March, lowering the unemployment rate to 4.3%, despite rising risks from the conflict with Iran and economic uncertainty.

Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., April 2, 2026. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon
Apr 3, 2026

Inflation in focus for markets jostled by Middle East war signals

US inflation data and corporate earnings season are under scrutiny as the Middle East war drives energy prices and market uncertainty.

U.S. dollar banknotes are seen in this illustration taken March 24, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration
Apr 1, 2026

Dollar falls for second day as Middle East ceasefire expectations rise

The dollar dropped for a second day as expectations of a ceasefire in the Middle East grew, easing market tensions despite ongoing conflict risks.

A trader works on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., March 24, 2026. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon
Mar 30, 2026

Wall Street indexes end mostly lower as investors weigh Middle East conflict outlook

Wall Street indexes ended mostly lower as investors weighed U.S. warnings to Iran and rising oil prices amid Middle East conflict escalation.

US stocks drift lower as mixed profit reports from retailers and higher Treasury yields weigh
Mar 27, 2026

US stocks hit lowest close in over six months amid Middle East tensions

U.S. stocks fell to their lowest close in over six months as Middle East war tensions and rising oil prices dampened market sentiment and risk appetite.

U.S. dollar banknotes are seen in this illustration taken March 24, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration
Mar 27, 2026

Dollar rides safe-haven demand, set for best month since July

The dollar posts its strongest monthly gain in nearly a year, driven by safe-haven demand amid escalating Middle East conflict and rising U.S. rate hike expectations.

Futures-options traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange's NYSE American (AMEX) in New York City, U.S., March 23, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
Mar 25, 2026

Wall Street advances as investors bet on Mideast de-escalation

Wall Street's main indexes advanced as oil prices fell and Iran reviewed a U.S. proposal to de-escalate the Middle East conflict, boosting investor optimism.

Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., March 23, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
Mar 24, 2026

Wall Street falls amid Middle East tensions and rising interest rates

Wall Street indexes declined due to concerns over Middle East conflict and rising U.S. interest rates, with energy prices surging and private credit pressures resurfacing.

Dollar banknotes are seen in this picture illustration taken April 28, 2017. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo
Mar 24, 2026

Dollar regains ground as investors doubt swift end to Iran war

The dollar strengthened amid doubts over a quick end to the Middle East conflict, with rising energy prices and economic impacts affecting global markets.

Cargo ships in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from northern Ras al-Khaimah, near the border with Oman’s Musandam governance, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in United Arab Emirates, March 11, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo REFILE - CORRECTING "TANKERS" TO "CARGO SHIPS" AND REMOVING ACTION "SAIL".
Mar 23, 2026

Oil prices plunge 10% on US-Iran talks to resolve the hostilities in the Middle East

Oil prices dropped about 10% following US-Iran talks aimed at resolving Middle East hostilities, easing fears of further escalation and supply disruptions.

U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell holds a press conference following a two-day meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), at the Federal Reserve in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 18, 2026. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
Mar 20, 2026

Powell’s decision on Fed board seat could shape Warsh’s leadership

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's choice to stay on the Fed board could influence Kevin Warsh's leadership and the central bank's independence amid political pressures.

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