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Fed rate hikes, recession fears and political backlash leave ESG investors at a crossroads

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates again on May 3, 2023, by a quarter point, making it the Fed’s 10th rate hike since March 2022 in an ongoing fight to tame inflation. These rate hikes have been reverberating through the economy, raising prospects of a recession amid heightened concerns about…

The Conversation

Fed raises interest rates again but hints it may pause amid bank turmoil

The Fed’s rate increases have more than doubled mortgage rates, elevated the costs of auto loans, credit card borrowing and business loans and heightened the risk of a recession

The Independent UK

The Fed raises interest rates again in what could be its final attack on inflation

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter percentage point Wednesday in an effort to curb persistent inflation. It was the tenth rate hike in 14 months, and possibly the last for a while.

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US Federal Reserve votes to increase interest rates to 16-year high

Rise in benchmark interest rate is 10th hike since March 2022, when the Fed started its rapid inflation-fighting campaign

The Guardian - US

The Great Rotation: 3 Value Stocks to Buy in May 2023

As periods of economic turmoil bode relatively well for the value stocks, it could be wise to invest in shares of Group 1 Automotive (GPI), Golden Agri-Resources (GARPY), and Friedman Industries (FRD) that are trading at discounted prices and offer stable returns. Continue reading….

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The Best Steel Stocks to Invest in for the First Week of May

After a challenging last year, the steel industry looks well-positioned for growth as inflation eases and the Fed looks to end its interest rate hikes. With the reopening of China and the anticipated rise in demand, investors could benefit from buying fundamentally strong steel stocks Reliance Steel & Aluminum (RS)…

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Fed Expected to Raise Interest Rates Hike by +25 bp Today and Signal a Pause

Market expectations are for the Federal Reserve later today to raise the federal funds target range by +25 bp to 5.00%-5.25%, the highest since 2007. The markets are also expecting the Fed to signal a pause in its rate-hike campaign, with tighter lending conditions and signs of a slowing economy...

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Stocks Mixed Ahead of an Expected +25 bp Fed Rate Hike

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.05%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.09%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.24%. U.S. stocks this morning are mixed. The markets are...

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How a Fed increase could affect credit card debt, auto loans

If, as expected, the Federal Reserve raises interest rates yet again in its drive to cool inflation, much of America will be directly affected

The Independent UK

The Dark Side of Precious Metals: 2 Stocks You Should Stay Far Away From

Even though economic uncertainties set a stage for stable and positive growth for precious metals, one could avoid investing in stocks Skeena Resources (SKE) and Argonaut Gold (ARNGF), with bleak prospects now. Read on….

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Fed likely to hike rates again as bank fears resurface

WASHINGTON: The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to raise its benchmark lending rate for a 10th — and possibly final — time on Wednesday, as it aims to bring down inflation while preventing fresh banking concerns from spreading.

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Feds Investigating Hospitals in 2 States That Refused To Perform Life-Saving Abortion

Plus: The "Kids Online Safety Act" is back and as bad as ever, expect another interest rate hike today, and more…

Reason

Markets Today: Stock Index Futures Climb Ahead of FOMC Meeting Results

Morning Markets June E-Mini S&P 500 futures (ESM2 3) this morning are up +0.16%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM2 3) are up +0.19%. U.S. stock index futures this morning are moderately higher. The markets are awaiting the conclusion of the 2-day FOMC meeting later today to see if...

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How the regional banking crisis is hitting the economy

Lending is almost certain to tighten, creating a new headwind for an otherwise decent economy.

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4 CEOs sound off on inflation, interest rates, and where the economy is headed

At the annual Milken Institute Global Conference, chief executives gave insight into what's to come.

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Stock Index Futures Move Higher as Investors Await Fed Rate Decision, Bank and Debt Fears Return

June S&P 500 futures (ESM23) are up +0.14%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM23) are up +0.17% this morning after three major U.S. benchmark indices finished the regular session solidly lower as renewed fears about the health of the U.S. banking sector weighed on sentiment ahead of the Federal…

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AP News Digest 3 am

Here are the AP’s latest coverage plans, top stories and promotable content. All times EDT. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s coverage, visit Coverage Plan.

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Barclays AGM disrupted by Spice Girl-themed climate protests; oil and gas prices slide – as it happened

Protesters demand an end to Barclays funding fossil fuel projects

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The Guardian - UK

Fed to raise interest rate again amid core inflation pressure

Expected hike in benchmark rate to a range of 5% to 5.25% could push US into recession

The Conversation

Small businesses seek to avoid possible credit crunch as Federal Reserve raises rates once more

Small businesses – the heartbeat of the U.S. economy – are beginning to feel the pinch of tighter credit conditions as the Federal Reserve continues to increase borrowing costs.

The Independent UK

Rising turmoil is making Fed's rate decisions more perilous

Poised to raise interest rates Wednesday for a 10th time, Federal Reserve officials are facing two competing economic trends that could make their future rate decisions more difficult and treacherous

The Independent UK

Former CEOs of failed banks to testify before Senate panel

The former top executives of two failed banks will testify before Congress this month

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Will the Next Fed Announcement Be Bullish or Bearish?

Investors have been in a state of limbo all year long trying to determine if still in a bear market or has the new bull already emerged? 4,200 on the S&P 500 (SPY) being the key level. Interestingly, the Fed announcement on Wednesday 5/3 could be the key catalyst to…

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NAB is first lender to pass on Reserve Bank's rate hike, ASX falls to five-week low ahead of US interest rate decision

NAB passes on the Reserve Bank's full rate hike to its home loan customers, but only two of its savings accounts, while the Australian share market drops on renewed worries about the stability of the US banking system.

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Stocks Tumble on Banking Woes and Debt Ceiling Angst

What you need to know… The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Tuesday closed down -1.16%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -1.08% and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.89%. Stock indexes Tuesday posted moderate losses on concern about...

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