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ValuEngine Weekly Market Summary And Commentary
U.S. equity markets continued their constructive start to 2026, with broad participation across styles, sectors, and market capitalizations. The top performing mini-sector index ETFs thus far are Aero...
Some Trump allies and officials worry that the Justice Department's criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell could imperil Trump's nominees in the Senate and unnerve financial markets
Among those expressing concern: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Senate Republicans Thom Tillis and John Thune.
President Trump's QE Plans Could Boost Housing And The Stock Market
President Trump is aggressively pursuing unconventional stimulus, including a $200B mortgage bond purchase plan, to lower rates and boost economic growth ahead of midterm elections. The S&P 500 faces ...
World Stocks End 2025 Strong With December Gain
World stocks led the way, posting a +2.57% return for the month and solidifying their position as 2025's top performer with an impressive +32.60% gain. Managed futures finished strong with a +1.15% re...
Asian Currencies Consolidate; May Be Supported by U.S. Investigation of Fed's Powell
Asian currencies consolidated against the dollar in early trade.
Wall Street is betting nothing will happen between the Fed and DOJ, says Jim Cramer
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer discusses the DOJ targeting Fed Chair Powell and how it impacts markets.
Top Stocks With Earnings This Week: TSMC, Big Banks And More
The fourth-quarter earnings season gets underway this week with the big banks set to report.
Traders Are Moving Past Powell's Investigation: U.S. Stock Index Outlook And Pre-CPI Trading Levels
Stocks caught a bid immediately after the open as participants shrugged off the headlines, using the early drop as yet another buying opportunity. Healthcare is hurting once again, seeing quite some o...
Fed's Williams Hints Rates Need No Near-Term Adjustment
New York Fed President John Williams said that interest rates are in a comfortable place, hinting that he and other U.S. central bankers may not be in a rush to bring interest rates lower this month.
LARRY KUDLOW: Don't Make a Martyr Out of Jay Powell
He is the most political Fed chairman in recent memory — but not a criminal.
Fed's Williams says monetary policy well positioned amid a favorable outlook
Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams said Monday he expects a healthy economy in 2026 and indicated he sees no near-term reason to cut interest rates.
Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on Iran Trading Partners
The tariff threat comes a day after President Donald Trump said Iran was “starting to” cross U.S. red lines, noting reports of civilian deaths.
BlackRock's Rieder repeats his view that Fed needs to bring interest rates down to 3%
“The Fed has got to get the rate down to 3% — I think that is closer to equilibrium,” BlackRock's chief investment officer of global fixed income said.
Pres. Trump: Any country doing business with Iran will pay 25% on all business done with U.S.
'Closing Bell Overtime' reports on breaking news from President Trump on Truth Social.
Trump Keeps Needling Powell. Markets Are Watching.
Trump's continued harassment of the Fed chair could very well trigger a selloff in stocks, bonds, or both, if enough investors decide that the central bank's independence has been compromised
Trump Says Any Country Doing Business With Iran Will Face 25% Tariff
The U.S. will impose 25% tariffs against “any” country doing business with Iran, President Donald Trump announced Monday, using the threat of levies as he is reportedly moving closer to launching mili...
Larry Kudlow: Powell jumped on this 'socialist bandwagon,' but I don't think he's a criminal
FOX Business host Larry Kudlow responds to the Fed chair denying any wrongdoing amid a probe on 'Kudlow.'
How the DOJ Investigation Could Backfire on Trump's Fed Plans
The investigation has hardened resistance in the Senate, strengthened Fed Chair Jerome Powell's position, and complicated the transition to his successor.
Trump says any country doing business with Iran will be hit with a 25% tariff
President Donald Trump said Monday that he'll impose a tariff of 25% on any country that does business with Iran. "Effective immediately, any Country doing business with the Islamic Republic of Iran w...
DOJ's probe into Powell sparks backlash over the Fed's independence
The Trump administration's criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell appeared on Monday to be emboldening defenders of the U.S. central bank against the efforts of President Donald...
Trump says any country doing business with Iran will face 25% U.S. tariff
President Donald Trump said any country doing business with Iran will face a 25% tariff "on any and all business being done with the United States of America." That new tariff on imports from Iran's t...
The Fed-Trump Feud: What You Need to Know
President Trump's campaign to exert more control over the Federal Reserve ramped up over the weekend. Here are the basics on the situation.
Fed independence pushes investors into precious metals
CNBC's Pippa Stevens reports on the recent price moves in the metals.
Markets have become immune to Fed drama, says Jefferies' David Zervos
David Zervos, Jefferies, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk the Department of Justice going after Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
DOJ probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell: Why it may not work out for Trump
While the US Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt affirms that President Trump's criticism...
Investors have shrugged off threats to the economy. With fourth-quarter earnings due, will company CEOs?
For the fourth quarter, at least, Wall Street still expects another round of solid results for the companies in the S&P 500 Index.
Powell investigation: Republican opposition grows on Capitol Hill
Republican protests are growing louder on Capitol Hill as the Trump administration's Department of Justice pursues a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. CNBC's Emily Wilki...
Why the attack on Fed Chair Jerome Powell follows Donald Trump's typical playbook — and isn't going to stop there
Donald Trump wants Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to do his bidding. Powell says he's independent.
Trump administration's criminal probe of Fed Chair Powell sparks rare GOP revolt on Capitol Hill
Criminal probe of Fed Chair Powell over building costs triggers GOP revolt, with key senators threatening to derail Trump's central bank appointments.
No independence at the DOJ, says former Dallas Fed president Richard Fisher
Richard Fisher, former Dallas Fed president, joins 'Cloisng Bell' to discuss the DOJ's investigation into the Federal Reserve, Powell's response and much more.
It's Not 1999: The AI 'Bubble' Has Lots Of Room To Run
AI equities have rallied, but current fundamentals differ sharply from the 1999 tech bubble. Capex and debt growth remain well below late-1990s extremes, with big tech generating strong cash flows.
Rick Reider: Fed chair is an independent seat
Rick Reider, BlackRock CIO of global fixed income, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss the DOJ's investigation into the Federal Reserve, the Fed's integrity and much more.
Typical warnings around market top are not present now, says Oppenheimer's Ari Wald
Ari Wald, Oppenheimer, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss Wald's outlook for the year ahead, the technical takeaways and much more.
The Market Is Ignoring a Recession Hiding in Plain Sight
Stocks keep rallying while the labor market flashes recession signals. Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO & Chief Strategist, QI Research reveals what's really driving the disconnect and when it breaks.
Small-Company Stocks Are Rising. Why the Rally Could Last This Time.
Small-cap stocks often rally in January and are once again off to a promising start to the year. There is more upside ahead.
How The Fed's Powers Are Being “Cancelled” And What “Fiscal Quantitative Easing” Means For Investors
When I wrote here last week (“The Year Of The Fire Horse: The Year That Central Bankers Become Largely Irrelevant”) I speculated that the Fed will become irrelevant sometime in this year of the Fire H...
The Investment Committee's Reaction to the DOJ investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell
The Investment Committee react to the DOJ opening an investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell. CNBC's Eamon Javers joins ‘Halftime Report' with the latest out of Washington.
Trump hoping Powell leaves Fed board when his time as chair ends: Brookings' David Wessel
Brookings' David Wessel and WSJ's Nick Timiraos join 'The Exchange' to discuss the Department of Justice's probe with the Federal Reserve.
Powell investigation triggers market CHOAS and political firestorm
‘The Big Money Show' panel weighs in as federal prosecutors investigate Fed Chair Jerome Powell over a $2.5 billion headquarters renovation, sparking market volatility and fresh debate over Fed indepe...
Powell investigation: Drumbeat of Republican opposition grows on Capitol Hill
Bipartisan opposition to the opening of a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is growing louder on Capitol Hill. Powell said on Sunday that the Justice Department has opene...
Pete Najarian's Bull Cases for Big Banks, Silver, Gold & GOOGL
@MarketRebellion's Pete Najarian returns to Trading 360 and offers his bullish takes for 2026. He begins with the upcoming earnings season and big banks, which he expects to show "very, very solid" gr...
President shouldn't prosecute Fed chair over construction costs: Former Fed Governor Larry Lindsey
Larry Lindsey, former Fed governor and The Lindsey Group CEO, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the Department of Justice's investigation of the chair of the Federal Reserve.
Concerned about impact of a rise in populism from Fed, says GMO's Tom Hancock
Tom Hancock, GMO portfolio manager, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the current equity market catalysts and concerns.
DOJ subpoenas the Federal Reserve, threatening criminal indictment, says Jerome Powell
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Sunday the Department of Justice has served the central bank with subpoenas and threatened it with a criminal indictment over his testimony this summer about t...
Fed Served With DOJ Subpoenas, Performance of ‘OTFL' ETF | ETF IQ 1/12/2026
"Bloomberg ETF IQ" focuses on the opportunities, risks and current trends tied to the trillions of dollars in the global exchange traded funds industry. Today's guests: Research Affiliates Chairman an...
Inflation hasn't gone away. CPI likely to show sticky prices and delay next Fed interest-rate cut.
The December U.S. jobs report was just good enough to persuade investors the Federal Reserve won't cut interest rates again in January. Stubborn inflation could ensure the Fed stands pat.
Do You 'Sell America' on Fed Independence Risks?
Remi Olu-Pitan, multi-asset growth and income head at Schroder, discusses asset allocation amid Federal Reserve independence risks. She tells Bloomberg Television the current situation could "weigh ne...
Potential Fed chair nominee Kevin Hassett weighs in on the DOJ probe into Powell.
Potential Fed chair nominee Kevin Hassett weighs in on the DOJ probe into Powell.
Trump vs the Federal Reserve: How the clash reached uncharted territory
President Donald Trump has publicly chastised Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, who he appointed in 2017 to lead the central bank, over interest rate cuts.
Powell Under Attack
The ongoing investigation into the Fed and Chair Powell intensifies political pressure and undermines confidence in US monetary policy independence. Market reactions include a weaker dollar, higher Tr...
Pulte Targets Home Builders in Trump's Push for Affordability
Federal Housing Finance Agency director Bill Pulte told Barron's the Trump administration wants “the right incentives and disincentives—so the carrot and sticks approach—with the builders.”
Anthony Scaramucci on DOJ probe into Fed Chair Powell: 'The president has already won this'
Anthony Scaramucci, former White House communications director and founder and managing partner at SkyBridge Capital, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss the DOJ probe into Fed Chair Powell, the market's ...
The Bullish Trend Everyone Is Waiting For, But Nobody's Looking At
The labor market is the biggest reason the Fed would continue cutting rates. The immediate response to the unemployment rate being slightly better than expected (lower) led many market strategists to ...
DOJ Vs. Powell: We Have A Valuation Problem (And 2 Strategies For Now)
The escalating clash between the FED and the government threatens the FED's independence, introducing new political risk into markets. Rising political uncertainty is driving investors toward gold as ...
The 2 Strongest Market Sectors for 2026 - and 2 More to Sell
Although the Santa Claus rally the markets expected ended before ever starting, the "Big Three" still ended 2025 with a bang: The NASDAQ finished up roughly 20%, the S&P 500 gained about 16%, while th...
Former Fed chairs, Treasury secretaries defend Jerome Powell amid Trump DOJ's criminal probe
A group of former Federal Reserve chairs and ex-Treasury secretaries from both administrations of both parties is defending Fed Chair Jerome Powell amid the Trump DOJ's investigation.
Former Fed counsel Scott Alvarez: DOJ probe into Powell unlikely to result in charges
Scott Alvarez, former general counsel to the Fed Board of Governors, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss the possible motivation behind the DOJ's investigation into Fed Chair Powell, what he predicts the ...
Is Buying Nasdaq And S&P 500 After A Crash Really Worth It? Here's What History Tells Us
Every systematic trader is constantly on the lookout for recurring market patterns that can be exploited with a rules-based approach. Among the many questions that arise, one stands out: Is buying the...
DOJ investigation into Fed Chair Powell is an extra cloud over markets, says PNC's Yung-Yu Ma
Yung-Yu Ma, chief investment strategist at PNC Asset Management, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss the market's reaction to the DOJ's investigation into Fed Chair Powell, the gold market, and more.
Powell Responds to Justice Department Subpoenas
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the threat of criminal charges from the US Justice Department is "a consequence" of the US central bank's rate decisions. The Justice Department threatened a c...
Powell Vows To Stand Firm Following DOJ Subpoenas
Jay Powell has vowed to stand firm in the face of grand jury subpoenas - a dramatic escalation of the Trump administration's attacks on the Fed. Michael McKee explains.
Madness And Mayhem Continue In January
Heading into the traditionally challenging second year of the US presidential cycle, global news flow continues to erode consumer and business confidence. The University of Michigan consumer sentiment...
Powell's Next Move: What to Watch Around Fed Independence
Cooper Howard says Fed independence is “crucial” for markets and sees the DOJ probe into Powell ramping up the pressure on that. He thinks the move could potentially backfire on President Trump's agen...
The Unfolding Fed Takeover: DOJ Vs. Powell
The Fed Chair Powell has likely been pressured to resign as a Governor after his term as the Chair expires in May, which has implications for the FOMC balance. At this point, the market is not concern...
Why The Trump Administration's Investigation Against Jerome Powell May Not Succeed
Powell testified to the Senate Banking Committee in June and answered questions about the Fed's plans to renovate its buildings in Washington, D.C. The renovation project has gone over budget and ball...
Here's what's at stake for investors as Trump opens a new pressure campaign against Fed's Powell
The “sell America” trade my be the worry of the day, but some analysts say it's not the worry of the year.
Fed Chair Powell says he's under criminal investigation, won't bow to Trump administration
Federal prosecutors are conducting a criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell focused on the $2.5 billion renovation of the central bank's headquarters in Washington, D.C., and hi...
Former CEA chair on Powell investigation: Market is correctly betting Trump will not succeed
Jason Furman, former CEA chairman and Harvard Kennedy School of Government professor, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the DOJ's investigation in to Fed Chair Powell, the joint statement he sig...
Will Markets React To The U.S. Investigation Of Fed's Powell?
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said in a statement that the Department of Justice is investigating him in a criminal probe related to the $2.5 billion renovation to the central bank's headquarter...
Trump's latest move against Powell could mean a delay for the president's big chance to install a new Fed chair
A Republican senator with leverage says he won't support a nominee for Fed chair until the Justice Department's probe of Jerome Powell is resolved.
Truist CIO says market reaction to Powell investigation is a ‘tepid' initial response
Keith Lerner, chief investment officer at Truist Wealth, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the DOJ's investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell, the market's reaction to the news, and more.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell responds to DOJ criminal investigation, gold climbs
Yahoo Finance executive editor Brian Sozzi breaks down the latest financial news for January 12, 2026. The US Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
Yellen says Powell probe 'extremely chilling' for Fed independence - market should be concerned
Former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen on Monday condemned an investigation into her successor, Jerome Powell, saying it compromises the central bank's independence. Yellen, who served as Treasury ...
Greenspan, Bernanke, Yellen and other past officials say Trump using 'prosecutorial attacks' to undermine Fed
Previous Federal Reserve chairs, Treasury secretaries and prominent economists came together Monday to support Jerome Powell.
Latest Threat to Fed Chair Powell Rattles Markets
U.S. stocks, bonds and the dollar fell, while gold posted new all-time highs.
Fed Chair Powell under criminal investigation by DOJ: What you need to know
CNBC's Eamon Javers reports on the Justice Department's investigation into the Fed and Jerome Powell.
Looking For Reasons To Be Bullish On The S&P 500? Fortunately, There Are More Than A Few
I remain optimistic on large-cap US stocks, particularly the S&P 500, heading into 2026 despite elevated valuations. Strong US labor market data and rising economic growth forecasts support continued ...
Janet Yellen says Powell probe ‘extremely chilling' for Fed independence, market should be concerned
CNBC's Sara Eisen reports on former Fed chair Janet Yellen's comments on the DOJ's criminal investigation into Jerome Powell.
New Highs, New Leaders: And Tech Isn't One Of Them
The S&P 500 has finally hit new fresh highs. Market leadership is rotating out of tech and into sectors like defense, energy, and financials.
DOJ launches criminal investigation into Fed Chair Powell
Last year's mostly settled tensions between the Trump administration and the Federal Reserve have been reignited by the Department of Justice's (DOJ's) announcement of its criminal investigation into ...
Why now may be the time to diversify your investments outside the US
The US Department of Justice's (DOJ) criminal investigation launched against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell raises questions about the status of the US central bank's independence, as President T...
Powell Vows to Stand Firm as Fed Served With DOJ Subpoenas
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Sunday in a video statement the US central bank had been served grand jury subpoenas from the Justice Department threatening a criminal indictment. Powell said...
Yellen says Powell probe 'extremely chilling' for Fed independence, market should be concerned
Former Fed Chair Janet Yellen spoke Monday to CNBC about a Department of Justice investigation into current Chair Jerome Powell.
Tracking Tanker Sanctions And Market Impacts
Sanctions now cover 18.57% of global crude tanker capacity, with enforcement intensifying in 2025, sharply reducing shadow fleet effectiveness. US OFAC sanctions are most effective, slashing sanctione...
US Stocks Lower; Dow Tumbles Over 250 Points
U.S. stocks traded lower this morning, with the Dow Jones index falling more than 250 points on Monday.
US stocks open in the red over Fed independence fears: Dow slips over 300 pts
US stocks fell on Monday after the Department of Justice opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, marking a sharp escalation in President Donald Trump's long-running e...
Watch the 2-minute address Jerome Powell gave after the Fed received grand jury subpoenas
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced grand jury subpoenas from the Department of Justice. Powell linked the subpoenas to the Trump administration's pressure to lower US interest rates.
Read Jerome Powell's Statement About The Criminal Investigation Into The Fed
On Friday, the Department of Justice served the Federal Reserve with grand jury subpoenas threatening a criminal indictment related to my testimony before the Senate Banking Committee last June. That ...
Key bank earnings this week: Heres' what to expect
Betsy Graseck, Morgan Stanley global head of banks and diversified finance research, joins 'Squawk Box' to preview bank earnings this week.
Germany's Klingbeil, on Powell probe, says central bank independence is 'clear line'
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil on Monday said that central bank independence was a "clear line" for him, when asked about the U.S. Justice Department's probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome ...
This Signal Is At Its Strongest Since The Pandemic (And Should Boost The Market)
I reiterate a bullish recommendation to buy assets tracking major U.S. indices, supported by robust macroeconomic data. U.S. GDP growth is accelerating, productivity surged 4.3% in Q3, and further Fed...
Unprecedented Decisions, Unprecedented Outcomes: The Cost Of A Political Fed
The potential loss of Federal Reserve independence amid criminal investigation into Chair Powell poses significant risks to U.S. financial stability. Political interference in monetary policy could er...
Secretary Bessent Is Running The U.S. Treasury Like A Hedge Fund
Secretary Bessent Is Running The U.S. Treasury Like A Hedge Fund
Fed Independence Under Fire, Here's What Comes Next
The DOJ's criminal probe into Fed Chair Powell threatens central bank independence. Executive branch control over rates risks long-term economic instability.
Fed in crisis as Jay Powell faces MOUNTING allegations
White House Counselor for Trade and Manufacturing Peter Navarro joins ‘Mornings with Maria' to weigh in on the Supreme Court tariff showdown, President Donald Trump's crackdown on high credit card rat...
Oversold Consumer Stocks Are Opportunities
As 2026 gets going, it seems clear that investors need to explore new areas.
Bank of America Gears Up For Q4 Print; Here Are The Recent Forecast Changes From Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts
Bank of America (NYSE: BAC) will release earnings for the fourth quarter before the opening bell on Wednesday, Jan. 14.
Fed Chair Powell reveals a criminal indictment from the DOJ
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Trump-Powell Battle Escalates: Will It Affect Markets?
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell released a formal public statement stating that he is under criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice. By issuing an immediate and assertive response...
Markets In 2026: Full Speed Ahead - With Eyes Wide Open
After healthy gains in 2025, there are good reasons why risk markets are off to a strong start in 2026. Throughout much of last year, markets continually faced and scaled the quintessential “wall of w...