The Latest Breaking News from US Federal Reserve

“My problem with the Fed, overall, is there’s too many academics in the mix,” Ken Langone said Wednesday.

Siegel says workers’ wage growth has been “way behind” historical norms and inflation is already fading, which means the Fed’s rate hikes are a mistake.

The recent hawkish comments from Fed chair Powell have increased expectations of more interest rate hikes this year. Economists believe that aggressive rate hikes will eventually lead to a recession. Amid an uncertain macroeconomic backdrop, it could be wise to avoid pricey stocks Take-Two Interactive Software (TTWO) and SVB Financial…

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose for the fifth straight week to its highest level since breaching 7% in November, just as the spring buying season gets ready to kick off

While Carnival (CCL) has been able to stage a post-pandemic recovery, it is yet to return to profitability like many of its peers. With high inflation, rising interest rates, fears of recession, and unenviable unit economics let’s find out if the cruise line stock would struggle to keep itself afloat.…

The Fed’s commitment to tame the sticky inflation is feared to trigger an economic slowdown in the near term. Amid such concerns, investors’ anxiety has been rising. Against this backdrop, quality stocks Novo Nordisk (NVO), Altria Group (MO), and Cardinal Health (CAH) might be owned by every trader at least…

Rising consumer spending amid high prices and a strong job market is expected to keep the stock market volatile for quite some time. Against this backdrop, quality ETFs Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) and SPDR S&P MIDCAP 400 ETF Trust (MDY) might be wise additions for March 2023. Read on….

With inflation still high and the jobs market showing resiliency, the Fed will likely raise interest rates higher than anticipated. This might push the economy into a recession. Despite the uncertainties, investing in fundamentally strong penny stocks Nokia (NOK) and trivago (TRVG) could be worth it now. Keep reading.

The Fed’s hawkish stance to tame the stubbornly high inflation and lingering recession fears has weighed significantly on investors’ sentiments. Therefore, investors could consider buying fundamentally strong stocks, UnitedHealth Group (UNH) and McKesson (MCK), which look poised to deliver solid returns irrespective of market conditions. Keep reading.

Should BlackRock’s prediction prove true, borrowing costs would hit their highest level since 2001.

With the Fed anticipating higher interest rate hikes than previously expected, the stock market is expected to remain volatile in the upcoming months. Given its strong balance sheet, brand recognition, and solid dividend payouts, it could be safe to invest in Johnson & Johnson (JNJ). Read more….