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Wall Street wobbles ahead of new retail sales data and public appearances by Fed officials
May 14, 2025

Wall Street wobbles ahead of new retail sales data and public appearances by Fed officials

Wall Street trades flat as investors await retail sales data and Fed signals on interest rates amid U.S.-China trade pause and cooling inflation.

Specialist Michael Pistillo works at his post on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Monday, May 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
May 13, 2025

Wall Street climbs following a slowdown in inflation as the S&P 500 erases its loss for 2025

U.S. stocks rise as inflation slows and tech shares surge. AI stocks lead gains, while tariffs and Fed policy keep investors cautious.

Inflation cooled again even as some tariffs took effect. But economists don’t expect that to last
May 13, 2025

Inflation cooled again even as some tariffs took effect. But economists don’t expect that to last

U.S. inflation cooled to 2.3% in April, its lowest in four years, despite new tariffs. Economists expect price hikes by summer as trade effects deepen.

Powell says Federal Reserve can wait on any interest rate moves
May 7, 2025

Fed holds interest rate at 4.3% amid tariff and inflation uncertainty

The Fed kept rates steady at 4.3%, citing rising risks of inflation and unemployment due to Trump’s sweeping tariffs on imports from China and beyond.

FILE - In this July 31, 2019, file photo, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell speaks during a news conference following a two-day Federal Open Market Committee meeting in Washington. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta, File)
May 7, 2025

Fed holds rates steady amid tariff-driven inflation risk

The Fed keeps interest rates unchanged as it weighs Trump’s tariffs, inflation risk, and economic uncertainty before deciding on possible future cuts.

Wall Street gains ground as China shores up its economy ahead of trade talks with the US
May 7, 2025

Wall Street gains ground as China shores up its economy ahead of trade talks with the US

Stocks fluctuated as China rolled out new economic support and U.S. trade talks loom, while tech shares and tariff worries pressured markets.

Federal Reserve likely to defy Trump, keep rates unchanged this week
May 5, 2025

Federal Reserve likely to defy Trump, keep rates unchanged this week

The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady despite pressure from Trump and tariff concerns, as inflation remains above target.

Wall Street loses ground and oil prices tumble after OPEC+ says it will step up production
May 5, 2025

Wall Street loses ground and oil prices tumble after OPEC+ says it will step up production

Wall Street dips as oil falls to a 4-year low and Warren Buffett announces plans to step down. Tech and energy stocks lead market declines.

U.S. adds 177K jobs despite trade war, hiring slows
May 2, 2025

U.S. adds 177K jobs despite trade war, hiring slows

U.S. employers added 177,000 jobs in April, beating expectations. Labor market remains resilient despite trade wars, tariffs, and federal job cuts.

President Donald Trump speaks with reporters as he participates in a ceremonial swearing in of Paul Atkins as chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, in the Oval Office of the White House, Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Apr 30, 2025

Trump’s tariffs echo Hoover-era economic missteps

Trump's 2025 tariffs trigger market turmoil, drawing comparisons to Hoover's Depression-era policies and warnings from economists and business leaders.

US inflation cools and Americans step up spending as they brace for tariff impact
Apr 30, 2025

US inflation cools and Americans step up spending as they brace for tariff impact

Inflation slowed to 2.3% in March while consumer spending jumped, especially on cars, ahead of Trump's tariffs. Fed expected to hold interest rates.

Trader Michael Milano works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Wednesday, April 23, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
Apr 23, 2025

Wall Street rises and markets rally worldwide as Trump softens his tough talk on tariffs and the Fed

U.S. stocks rose as Trump eased pressure on the Fed and hinted at lower China tariffs, boosting tech shares and calming markets after sharp swings.

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