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The Warsh Rate-Hike Trade Just Collapsed: What It Means for Markets

Financial markets have spent much of August preparing for a potential interest-rate increase by the Federal Reserve, under the leadership of Kevin Warsh. But as of this week, that prospect increasingly looks like a trade from another world.

Benzinga · Aug 14

India bonds end week flat, but demand for long notes firms

Indian government bonds traded within a narrow range this past week. Fading inflation and rate-hike concerns left traders seeking market direction. Buyers entered long bonds as the yield curve steepened, attracting value. Rising oil prices exerted some pressure, but liquidity and softer inflation eased worries. Expectations now suggest neither the…

The Economic Times · Aug 14

Wholesale Prices Were Better Than Expected In July. Expectations Of a Rate Hike Decreased Further.

Expectations for an interest rate hike from the Federal Reserve decreased even further after wholesale inflation remained flat in July.

International Business Times · Aug 13

Inflation slowed last month as gas prices fell but costs remain elevated

Cost increases continue to outpace average wage growth, maintaining financial pressure on American households managing higher bills for groceries, fuel, and healthcare

The Independent UK · Aug 12

US consumer prices increase as expected in July

U.S. consumer prices saw a slight increase in July, which could impact Federal Reserve rate decisions. Core inflation also gained marginally, following a previous decline in June. Markets had anticipated a higher chance of a September rate hike before this report. However, the Federal Reserve will still review August data…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Inflation Cools to 3.4% as Expected in July: Is This Enough for the Fed? (UPDATED)

Editor’s note: This article was updated to add more context and detail.

Benzinga · Aug 12

US July CPI seen rising moderately, Fed rate outlook in focus

US consumer prices are expected to have risen modestly in July, potentially easing market expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike this year. However, inflation remains above the Fed’s target, with Middle East tensions and oil-price uncertainty keeping upside risks elevated.

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Global Markets Today: Asian stocks mixed, oil extends gains

Asian markets showed cautious optimism as crude oil prices experienced slight increases, with eyes on potential agreements in the Middle East. Technology stocks thrived, particularly CoreWeave, which soared following an upgraded forecast. Investors are navigating between geopolitical uncertainties and the Federal Reserve's interest rate strategies, with significant US inflation data…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

A Top Goldman Sachs Executive Says Investors Should Stay Invested. These Are Three Reasons Why.

Ashok Varadhan's case rests on the Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged through the rest of 2026, oil prices falling significantly, and the economy remaining resilient as artificial intelligence begins delivering productivity gains.

International Business Times · Aug 11

Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 Futures Rise as Trump Demands Compensation From Iran— Rocket Lab, ASTS SpaceMobile, Plug Power in Focus (UPDATED)

(Editor’s note: The headline and lede were updated; ETFs and futures data were updated to their latest moves and economic data was added.)

Benzinga · Aug 11