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US import prices surge in April as fuels post biggest gain in four years
U.S. import prices rose 1.9% in April, driven by a 16.3% jump in fuel costs, the largest increase in four years amid Middle East tensions.
Warsh has big plans for the Fed, but results may take time
Kevin Warsh returns to lead the Federal Reserve with a reform agenda focused on inflation monitoring and communication amid market and political pressures.
US producer prices surprise with largest increase in four years
U.S. producer prices surged 1.4% in April, marking the largest increase in four years amid rising inflation and energy costs linked to geopolitical tensions.
Fed’s Collins says rate hikes may be needed to quell inflation
Boston Federal Reserve President Susan Collins said rate hikes may be needed if inflation pressures persist amid Middle East conflict risks.
S&P 500, Nasdaq end lower as inflation, Iran tensions weigh
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed lower amid hotter inflation data and rising U.S.-Iran conflict tensions, impacting investor sentiment near earnings season end.
S&P 500 inches to higher close, AI fervor edges out Iran impasse
The S&P 500 closed slightly higher as ai momentum in semiconductors outweighed inflation concerns from stalled U.S.-iran peace talks and rising crude prices.
US existing home sales increase less than expected in April
U.S. existing home sales increased 0.2% in April to 4.02 million units despite elevated mortgage rates and rising inflation, according to the National Association of Realtors.
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.
US consumer sentiment hits record low in early May
U.S. consumer sentiment dropped to a record low of 48.2 in early May, driven by higher gasoline prices and concerns over household finances, according to the University of Michigan survey.
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.
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.
Fed holds rates steady, cites elevated inflation; three dissents against ‘easing bias’
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, citing elevated inflation and uncertainty from global energy prices, with three dissents against easing bias.
