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Kevin Warsh, U.S. President Donald Trump's nominee to be next chair of the Federal Reserve, attends a Senate Banking Committee confirmation hearing to testify, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 21, 2026. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo
May 12, 2026

Senate confirms Warsh to Fed Board, with Fed chair vote likely Wednesday

Kevin Warsh confirmed by the U.S. Senate to a 14-year term as Federal Reserve governor, advancing toward Fed chair amid political pressures on the central bank.

Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., May 7, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
May 8, 2026

S&P 500 and Nasdaq notch records, boosted by AI and earnings optimism

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached record highs driven by Nvidia and AI stocks amid strong earnings and resilient U.S. labor market data.

A "now hiring" sign is displayed on a local business after, U.S. employment growth slowed more than expected in July, in Encinitas, California, U.S. August 1, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
May 8, 2026

April jobs report shows continued strength

The US labor market added 115,000 jobs in april with unemployment steady at 4.3%, signaling economic resilience and influencing Federal Reserve policy.

Renovations continue at the Federal Reserve Board building in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 14, 2025. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo
May 8, 2026

Strong US jobs data complicates any Warsh push for lower rates

Strong U.S. jobs data in April challenges Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh's hopes for rate cuts amid inflation and geopolitical risks.

Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., May 5, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo
May 7, 2026

S&P 500 ends down as chip stocks give up gains

The S&P 500 closed down as chip stocks like Intel and Arm Holdings gave up gains amid U.S.-Iran peace talks uncertainty and mixed earnings reports.

An employee hiring sign with a QR code is seen in a window of a business in Arlington, Virginia, U.S., April 7, 2023. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo
May 7, 2026

US labor market stable as layoffs remain low

The US labor market remains stable with low layoffs and steady job openings, easing concerns despite the US-israel war impact on oil prices.

Renovations continue at the Federal Reserve Board building in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 14, 2025. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo
May 5, 2026

All eyes on job market as Fed’s rate-cut window narrows

The US job market's strength narrows the Federal Reserve's window for interest rate cuts amid inflation and geopolitical tensions.

A street sign for Wall Street hangs in front of the New York Stock Exchange May 8, 2013. Stocks pushed further into record territory on Wednesday, driving the S&P 500 to an all-time high close for a fifth day, helped by strength in financials and technology. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson (UNITED STATES - Tags: BUSINESS)
May 4, 2026

U.S. equity fund inflows ease to a six-week low

U.S. equity fund inflows dropped to a six-week low as investors reacted to crude oil price surges and Federal Reserve policy uncertainty.

A person works at a grocery store inside Mercado Central, a marketplace of about 35 Latino‑owned small businesses in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S., February 12, 2026. REUTERS/Go Nakamura/File Photo
May 1, 2026

US manufacturing sector steady in April, but input costs surge amid Iran war

US manufacturing activity held steady in april despite rising input costs driven by the iran war and supply disruptions in the strait of hormuz.

Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., April 29, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
Apr 30, 2026

Wall Street ends higher, S&P 500, Nasdaq notch biggest monthly gains in years

Wall Street stocks rose with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq logging their biggest monthly gains in years amid strong earnings and easing oil prices.

A person works at a grocery store inside Mercado Central, a marketplace of about 35 Latino‑owned small businesses in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S., February 12, 2026. REUTERS/Go Nakamura/File Photo
Apr 30, 2026

Annual US inflation posts biggest gain in nearly 3 years in March

U.S. inflation accelerated in March with a 3.5% annual rise, driven by gasoline price surges amid the Iran war, impacting Federal Reserve rate outlook.

A visitor stands next to an electronic screen displaying Japan's Nikkei stock prices quotation board inside a conference hall in Tokyo, Japan March 4, 2026. REUTERS/Issei Kato/ File Photo
Apr 29, 2026

Oil soars, stocks dip on Iran worries, earnings in focus after Fed

Oil prices surged due to concerns over the Iran conflict while the Federal Reserve kept rates steady, impacting markets amid upcoming tech earnings.

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