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US Fed board names Powell temporary chief pending Warsh swearing-in

Jerome Powell has been named temporary chair of the US Federal Reserve pending the swearing-in of successor Kevin Warsh. This move follows Warsh's Senate confirmation after a challenging process. Powell's interim role is a customary practice during such transitions, with no specific date set for Warsh's official induction.

The Economic Times

Stocks Settle Sharply Lower as Bond Yields Jump on Inflation Fears

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Friday closed down -1.24%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -1.07%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -1.54%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) fell -1.26%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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US stocks today: Dow Jones crashes 500 points on mounting inflation worries

U.S. stocks pulled back from record highs as rising crude oil prices and surging Treasury yields triggered fresh inflation concerns. The selloff hit AI-driven tech stocks hardest, while markets reassessed rate hike risks under incoming Fed leadership, with geopolitical tensions and bond market signals dampening investor sentiment.

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Dollar Rallies as Inflation Risks Push Bond Yields Higher

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 2.5-week high on Friday and finished up by +0.47%. The dollar rallied on Friday on concerns that strong US economic news and soaring crude oil prices will prompt the Fed to tighten monetary policy, a bullish factor for the dollar. Friday's economic...

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Demand for longer-term U.S. debt gets weaker as one shock after another stokes fear that high inflation is here to stay

On Wednesday, the Treasury Department sold $25 billion of 30-year bonds at a 5% yield for the first time since 2007.

Fortune

Dominoes are steadily falling in the path of the rate cuts Trump wants to see from Kevin Warsh

"In his confirmation hearing, Warsh testified that 'inflation is a choice.' He may get the chance to prove he actually believes it."

Fortune

How Jerome Powell navigated pandemic, inflation and Trump

The outgoing Federal Reserve chair guided the U.S. economy through extreme tumult.

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U.S. Factory Output Picks Up In April As Auto Production Surges Amid Supply Risks

Factory production posted a solid monthly increase in April, underscoring resilience in the U.S. industrial sector even as external risks weigh on the outlook.

International Business Times

From 50% to Nearly 70%: How Seniors Became the Nation’s Wealth Holder

A dramatic financial shift has swept across America during the last four decades, and the numbers tell a startling story. Adults over 65 once controlled roughly half of the nation’s wealth, but recent Federal Reserve data now places that figure near 70%, giving retirees more financial power than any older…

Everybody Loves Your Money

Stocks Slide as Inflation Fears Lift Bond Yields

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.91%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.83%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -1.30%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -1.02%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Soars and Gold Plunges as Global Bond Yields Climb

The dollar index (DXY00 ) rallied to a 2.5-week high today and is up by +0.39%. The dollar is climbing today on concerns that strong US economic news and soaring crude oil prices will prompt the Fed to tighten monetary policy, a bullish factor for the dollar. Today's economic news...

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Stocks Tumble on Inflation Jitters

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -1.17%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.96%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -1.64%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are down -1.07%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Powell's tenure as Fed chair marked by fight for independence while trying to tame inflation

When Jerome Powell was sworn in as chair of the Federal Reserve eight years ago, economists worried that inflation and interest rates were too low and that too few Americans had jobs.

The Economic Times

Nifty to hit 42,000 by 2028? New paper that studied market cycles says it's possible if these factors align

A CNI InfoXchange study projects the Nifty could surpass 42,000 by 2028 if sustained foreign investor inflows return. The report highlights stronger domestic liquidity, resilient equity markets, robust GDP growth prospects, rising retail participation, and India’s increasing weight in global emerging market indices.

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The Guardian - US

The Federal Reserve’s independence is hanging by a thread in the age of Trump

The president’s ultimate goal is to push the Fed – among other independent US institutions – to bend to his will

The Economic Times

US Stock Market: Bond markets brace for higher-for-longer yields amid oil price surge

Investors anticipate prolonged elevated U.S. Treasury yields due to inflation concerns, particularly from surging oil prices amid Middle East conflict. Incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh faces challenges containing these pressures, as persistent inflation and potential policy shifts could further impact yields and economic growth.

The Economic Times

US Stock Market: Fed’s Barr warns against easing bank liquidity rules to shrink balance sheet

Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr cautioned against shrinking the US central bank’s balance sheet by easing bank liquidity requirements, warning it could weaken financial stability and increase crisis risks. His remarks come amid debate over future Fed policy under Kevin Warsh, who favours a smaller balance sheet approach debate continues.

The Economic Times

Dollar poised for largest weekly rise in two months as Fed hike bets increase

Dollar surged to a two-month high, fueled by rising energy prices and shipping disruptions, intensifying inflation fears and boosting expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike. Meanwhile, cautious optimism surrounds U.S.-China talks, with leaders discussing trade and the Strait of Hormuz. The yen and euro weakened against the strong dollar.

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Kiplinger

How a New Fed Chair Could Impact Your Tax Bill in 2026

As Kevin Warsh prepares to lead the Federal Reserve, interest rate policy will shape household earnings and taxable income.

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Stocks Settle Higher on Strong Tech Earnings and Economic Resilience

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Thursday closed up +0.77%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.75%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.73%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.78%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

The Economic Times

US stocks today: US stocks end higher on tech rally; investors eye Beijing talks

US stocks closed higher with S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting fresh record highs, led by a tech rally after Nvidia got approval to sell H200 chips to China. Investors tracked Trump-Xi talks in Beijing, solid retail sales data, and rising inflation risks tied to energy prices impacting Fed rate cut…

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Is Negative Sentiment in Bonds a Reason to Buy?

Rising oil prices are lifting inflation indicators and weighing on bond prices. Sentiment in the U.S. government bond market is bearish, which could explain why the odds favor the upside.

The Mary Sue

Americans are paying $4.5 a gallon for gas but Trump’s only focus is Iran’s nukes, not your wallet

Americans are shelling out $4.50 for a single gallon of gas, but the White House seems more fixated on Iran’s nuclear program than the pain at the pump. That’s the blunt takeaway after the president made it clear this week that the financial struggles of everyday people aren’t even a…

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S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Post Record Highs on Tech Strength

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.74%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.79%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.78%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.71%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dividend Growth or High Yield: The Income Investor's Bet

Compare dividend growth and high-yield ETF strategies to see which may perform best as inflation and Federal Reserve policy shape markets in 2026.

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