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Wall Street ends lower after Fed keeps rates unchanged
Wall Street closed lower as the Federal Reserve kept U.S. interest rates unchanged, citing economic risks from the U.S. and Israeli conflict with Iran.
Fed leaves rates unchanged, sticks with single cut in 2026 despite higher inflation
The US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, forecasting a single rate cut in 2026 despite higher inflation driven by Middle East tensions and oil price spikes.
US producer prices surge in February on services
U.S. producer prices rose 0.7% in February, driven by services and rising oil prices due to the Middle East conflict, signaling potential inflation pressures ahead.
Dollar Tree signals tariff relief, joins Dollar General with weak forecast
Dollar Tree signals potential tariff relief but forecasts muted sales growth for 2026 amid inflation and retail competition challenges.
Warsh’s room to move at the Fed may narrow in a war-clouded outlook
Kevin Warsh's potential to ease Fed monetary policy is limited by rising oil prices and inflation risks amid the Iran conflict, delaying expected rate cuts.
S&P 500, Dow end lower as escalating Iran war sours risk appetite
U.S. stocks closed lower amid escalating Iran conflict, rising oil prices, and inflation concerns despite a moderate CPI report. Dow fell 0.61%, Nasdaq gained 0.08%.
US consumer inflation steady before Iran conflict drives up oil prices
U.S. consumer prices rose moderately in February with steady rents and rising gasoline costs before the Iran conflict escalated oil prices. Inflation remains steady but geopolitical risks loom.
Back to the 1970s? Investors brace for return of stagflation
Investors brace for stagflation as Middle East conflict drives oil prices above $100, threatening inflation and economic growth worldwide.
Wall Street closes down as Middle East fears push US oil up 8%
U.S. stocks declined amid Middle East tensions, pushing crude oil prices up 8.5% to $81 per barrel, raising inflation and Federal Reserve rate cut concerns.
Middle East war economic impact to depend on duration, damage, energy costs, IMF official says
IMF's Dan Katz says the Middle East war's economic impact depends on its duration, infrastructure damage, and energy price trends amid global uncertainty.
Fed’s Miran: Four quarter-point cuts still warranted this year, no “all clear” for job market
Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran endorses four quarter-point rate cuts in 2024, citing ongoing labor market risks despite strong job growth and easing inflation.
Trump hails ‘golden age’ in State of the Union as voters sour on economy
President Trump hailed a 'golden age' in his State of the Union, focusing on economic achievements despite low approval and voter frustration over inflation.
