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Fed Warns Iran Conflict Is Driving 'Strong' Inflation Across America, And Your Grocery Bill Could Be Next

The Federal Reserve's Beige Book reveals rising US inflation due to energy costs linked to the Iran conflict, impacting everyday expenses and consumer behaviour across the nation.

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Nasdaq Futures Plunge as Broadcom Sinks on Disappointing AI Chip Sales Forecast

June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are trending down -1.12% this morning as a disappointing forecast from Broadcom led investors to hit pause on the AI trade.

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First goes the Fed dot, then guidance - and then a hike?

The Federal Reserve's interest rate forecasts, known as the dot plot, might be removed. This change could signal a shift in policy under the new Fed chair. Markets will need to interpret his approach to inflation. Investors may face a more unpredictable interest rate market. The economy is experiencing an…

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US Stock Market: Fed may need tighter policy as inflation risks persist

Dallas Federal Reserve President Lorie Logan indicates U.S. monetary policy might not be restrictive enough to meet the 2% inflation target. Inflation remains above the Federal Reserve's goal, with projections around 2.5%. Logan suggests policy may need to stay restrictive or even tighten further.

The Economic Times

Fed's Warsh inherits economy increasingly squeezed by inflation

New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh faces a challenging economy. Rising inflation, fueled by the Iran war's impact on energy and goods, is squeezing households. While AI investment boosts growth, it's not offsetting cost pressures. Policymakers are increasingly concerned about inflation, with some advocating for interest rate hikes, a stance potentially…

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Global Market Today: Asian stocks drop after Broadcom outlook, oil dips

Asian markets and US futures declined. Broadcom's weak forecast impacted investor sentiment. Renewed US-Iran clashes also weighed on markets. However, a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon brought some relief. Brent crude prices saw a slight dip following this development. Investors are closely watching geopolitical events.

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Stocks Retreat as US-Iran Peace Hopes in Doubt

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Wednesday closed down -0.74%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -1.21%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.29%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) fell -0.78%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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US Fed says Iran war driving 'moderate-to-strong' inflation

US inflation rose at a moderate to strong pace, driven largely by surging energy costs linked to the Iran war, the Federal Reserve said. Higher oil prices disrupted supply chains and lifted input costs, while consumer spending showed widening inequality, with lower-income households facing rising financial strain.

The Economic Times

US stocks today: Dow Jones drops over 500 points as Middle East tensions escalate

Wall Street closed lower as Middle East tensions and rising oil prices triggered inflation concerns and profit booking. Financials and tech stocks led declines, though chipmakers stayed resilient on AI optimism. Strong services data and steady labor conditions contrasted with geopolitical risks, while expectations for a potential Fed rate hike…

The Economic Times

Dollar Rallies on Strength in Crude and the US Economy

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rallied to a 1.75-month high, finishing up by 0.31%. The dollar moved higher on Wednesday, supported by a +2% increase in WTI crude oil prices, which lifts inflation expectations and may prompt the Fed to tighten monetary policy, a bullish factor for the...

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Trump’s intelligence chief pick puts surveillance program renewal in doubt

Democrats say appointment of Bill Pulte could doom bipartisan agreement to renew section 702 of Fisa

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May Jobs Report Comes In Hot, Keeps Fed Focused on Inflation

The May jobs report was released Friday morning and came in much higher than economists expected..

Kiplinger

AI was supposed to be killing jobs. In Spring, the labor market is opening up instead

"The data doesn't back it up," says Employ America's Skanda Amarnath, who sees backfilling behind a labor market that's stabilizing.

Fortune

Wall St ends lower as Mideast tensions escalate

US stocks closed lower, dragged down by pessimism over prospects of a peace deal with Iran.

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Strength in US Economic Reports Boosts the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.23%. The dollar is moving higher today and is being supported by a +1% increase in WTI crude oil prices, which lifts inflation expectations and may prompt the Fed to tighten monetary policy, a bullish factor for the dollar. Gains in...

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S&P Futures Muted as Fresh U.S.-Iran Hostilities Lift Oil and Bond Yields, ADP Jobs Report and Broadcom Earnings on Tap

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are trending down -0.05% this morning as oil prices and bond yields climbed after the U.S. and Iran exchanged heavy fire in the Persian Gulf.

The Economic Times

Fed's Hammack signals rate hike may be needed soon as inflation risks intensify

Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack signaled that the U.S. central bank might need to raise interest rates if inflation continues to climb. She expressed growing concern over persistent price pressures, suggesting current monetary policy may not be restrictive enough. Hammack indicated that the risks from entrenched inflation…

The Economic Times

Gold eases on stronger oil as fresh Mideast hostilities erupt

Gold prices dipped on Wednesday as escalating Middle East tensions fueled crude oil gains, intensifying inflation and interest rate hike concerns. Renewed Gulf hostilities and stalled diplomacy between Washington and Tehran contributed to the market's unease. Investors now await key U.S. employment data to assess the Federal Reserve's next monetary…

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Stock Indexes Post New Record Highs Amid AI Enthusiasm

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Tuesday closed up +0.13%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.45%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.48%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.14%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Recovers on US Labor Market Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday rose by +0.02%. The dollar recovered from early losses on Tuesday and moved slightly higher after US Apr JOLTS job openings unexpectedly rose to a 23-month high, a hawkish factor for Fed policy. Also, hawkish comments from Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack boosted...

Fortune

New York Fed research is just one of many saying remote work is behind the real Gen Z hiring nightmare

Graduates are blaming AI for their employment woes, but the real culprit may be the pandemic’s most sought-after workplace perk

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Trump taps housing regulator Pulte to be acting director of national intelligence

Democrats are criticizing President Donald Trump's selection of federal housing finance Director Bill Pulte to be acting director of national intelligence, saying Pulte lacks necessary national security experience

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Stocks Push Higher on US Labor Market Strength and AI Spending

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.24%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.26%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.29%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.20%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Slips on US-Iran Peace Hopes

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.04%. Comments from President Trump have reduced safe-haven demand for the dollar when he said that negotiations with Iran are continuing "at a rapid pace" and he's optimistic the US can reach an interim peace deal with Iran" over the next...

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Who is Bill Pulte? Trump names FHFA Director as acting Intelligence Chief in major leadership shift

Bill Pulte, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, has been appointed as acting Director of National Intelligence by President Donald Trump in a major administrative reshuffle. Known for overseeing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, Pulte has primarily worked in housing finance and business sectors. His unexpected move into intelligence…

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