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These hidden forces are driving the runaway stock-market rally

Bullish options traders and heavy buying of leveraged ETFs are playing a role in the historic swing higher for stocks. They're also being tested.

25 minutes ago - Market Watch

China's Energy Boom Could Give It the AI Edge

As the United States and China compete for dominance in artificial intelligence, energy is emerging as a critical battleground. Former Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson warns that while the US still lea...

1 hour ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

The Week That Was, The Week Ahead: Macro and Markets, May 17

Last week, stocks pulled back from record highs as oil, yields, and rate fears returned to the forefront. The S&P 500 (SPX) ended at 7,408.50, down 1.24% on Friday, while…

4 hours ago - TipRanks

Coal Makes a Comeback, Fueled by War in the Middle East

Countries are returning to the highly polluting but reliable source of power after the Iran war effectively shut the Strait of Hormuz.

10 hours ago - WSJ

Kevin Warsh's first challenge as Fed Chair is to fight inflation — while keeping Trump happy

Ben Bernanke's Fed pulled off a miracle during the financial crisis of 2008 and 2009. What might Kevin Warsh be forced to pull out of his hat as the central bank's new boss?

10 hours ago - New York Post

AI Chip Mania Sows Seeds of Its Own Destruction

Investors already factor in cyclicality in the chip industry. The bad news is that they've frequently gotten their assessments wrong.

11 hours ago - WSJ

A wartime surge in energy prices is slamming consumers while boosting investors, widening a divide in the U.S. economy

A wartime price surge is slamming consumers while boosting investors.

13 hours ago - WSJ

China Indicates Tariffs Were Discussed at Trump Summit

China's Ministry of Commerce said Saturday that the countries had struck a preliminary agreement to reduce some tariffs, seemingly contradicting statements by President Trump

14 hours ago - NYTimes

Stock Gains Without All the Taxes? How the Hottest Trade on Wall Street Works

The stock-market surge has propelled the use of a new kind of tax-loss harvesting. We break it down.

14 hours ago - WSJ

A look back at Jerome Powell's 8 year legacy of purple ties and good afternoons

A look back at Jerome Powell's 8 year legacy of purple ties and good afternoons.

19 hours ago - Yahoo Finance

China signals tariff cuts, advances in farm market access after Trump-Xi summit

China and the United States have agreed to expand agricultural trade through tariff reductions and tackle non-tariff barriers and market ​access issues, China's commerce ministry said on Saturday afte...

21 hours ago - Reuters

The bond market is flashing a warning over Iran. A veteran of energy geopolitics explains the risk

Concerns about energy-driven inflation has prompted a sell-off in some long-term government bonds. That situation has some market experts worried.

23 hours ago - CNBC

For better or worse, investors are living through Trump's stock market. Here's why

Ever since President Donald Trump has reentered the White House, the market has suffered rapid declines of meaningful size. Yet, the market has been more successful under the second Trump term than du...

23 hours ago - CNBC

Kevin Warsh comes into the Fed facing a big 'family fight' over cutting interest rates

If new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is still itching for a "good family fight" over monetary policy, he is likely to get one if he sticks to his guns on interest rate cuts. Those who have watched...

23 hours ago - CNBC

Let's Talk About Your Big “But”

The 1985 classic Pee Wee's Big Adventure is one of my favorite movies. In it, there's a scene where Pee Wee and Simone sit inside the Cabazon dinosaurs as she talks about her dream of going to Paris.

23 hours ago - ETF Trends

High gas prices and inflation are stressing people out — but the economy will be fine as long as they keep spending

Nearly three months into the Iran war, Americans are still spending plenty of money to keep the economy on the up and up.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Small caps are still riding high despite latest setback. But more trouble could lie ahead.

The small-cap Russell 2000 led U.S. stocks lower on Friday — yet it has outperformed all major indexes except the Nasdaq in 2026.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Want a Hot Pre-IPO Company in Your Portfolio? Proceed With Caution

Adding a sliver of the hottest private companies to your portfolio can be far more tricky than buying stocks.

1 day ago - WSJ

FDA shuffles top drug, biologics leaders in latest shakeup

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is shuffling its top drug and biologics regulators, according to a memo seen by CNBC. The shake up caps a tumultuous week at the FDA.

1 day ago - CNBC

Review & Preview: Even AI Isn't Forever

All three major indexes stumbled on Friday as inflation worries and geopolitical concerns dampened market optimism.

1 day ago - Barrons

Jim Cramer: Why the bond market has become a thorn in the market's side

CNBC's Jim Cramer warned that rising bond yields could threaten the stock market rally and reduce the chances of interest rate cuts. He turned to the week ahead, highlighting reports from Nvidia, reta...

1 day ago - CNBC

Friday's Final Takeaways: Breakthroughs in Trump's China Visit

Sam Vadas turns to China for Friday's final takeaways, offering her perspective on the key U.S. victories she sees in President Trump's overseas trip.

1 day ago - Schwab Network

The Federal Reserve said that outgoing Chair Jerome Powell would remain as its acting leader until Kevin Warsh, who was confirmed to a four-year term by the Senate this week, could be sworn in

The Federal Reserve said that outgoing Chair Jerome Powell would remain as its acting leader until Kevin Warsh, who was confirmed to a four-year term by the Senate this week, could be sworn in.

1 day ago - WSJ

Equities & Bonds Take a Hit To Close the Week | Closing Bell

Comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the U.S. market close on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, Katie Greifeld, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. -------- More ...

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Mounting Inflation Pressures Deepen Global Bond Slide

The yield on the 10-year Treasury climbed to nearly 4.6% Friday, its highest level in more than a year.

1 day ago - WSJ

Stock Market Today: SPY, QQQ Pull Back as Trump-Xi Summit Concludes; Yields Jump on Inflation Fears

Both the S&P 500 ETF ($SPY) and the Nasdaq 100 ETF ($QQQ) closed Friday in negative territory following the conclusion of the Trump-Xi summit. News That Moved the Stock Market Today…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Stocks tumble as Treasury yields spike and Iran fears shake markets

The selloff gathered steam after the 30-year Treasury yield shot above 5.1%, approaching levels not seen in nearly two decades.

1 day ago - New York Post

Dow slides 537 points as rising oil prices rattle AI-fueled rally

US stocks fell sharply on Friday as rising Treasury yields, surging oil prices, and fading enthusiasm surrounding artificial intelligence stocks pressured markets following weeks of record-setting gai...

1 day ago - Invezz

Optical stocks are booming. Here's how to invest in one of the most explosive areas of tech.

Investors are pouring money quickly into a new ETF that invests in companies involved with photonics and photolithography.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Top Stock Gainers Today, 5/15/26

The S&P 500 (SPX) finished the week on a sour note after the Trump-Xi summit ended with no major deals or announcements. Let’s break down the sectors behind the performance.

1 day ago - TipRanks

When one Powell closes, another Warsh opens

Jerome Powell's time leading the Federal Reserve is officially coming to an end. We look back at some of the defining moments of Powell's tenure, from the pandemic and emergency rate cuts to inflation...

1 day ago - Yahoo Finance

Grading Powell's Fed: Good for Stocks, Bad for Affordability

One result of the massive monetary expansion was an upsurge in inflation, to a peak of over 9% in 2022—which the Fed infamously termed “transitory.”

1 day ago - Barrons

Wall Street Prices Out Rate Cuts, Eyes Hikes, Global Bond Selloff Deepens | Real Yield 5/15/2026

"Bloomberg Real Yield" highlights the market-moving news you need to know. Today's guests: Columbia Threadneedle Portfolio Manager, Total Return Bond Ed Al-Hussainy, JPMorgan Management CIO of US GFIC...

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Don't fear a summer stock crash: Market history shows this massive spring rally isn't a trap

The stock market's momentum is not built on borrowed time.

1 day ago - Market Watch

30-Year Treasury Yield Surges to 19-Year High as Inflation Fears Mount

The 30-year Treasury yield is up by 11.2 bps to 5.125% on Friday, registering its highest level since April 2007 amid concerns surrounding inflation and rate hikes. As inflation rises,…

1 day ago - TipRanks

US Trade Rep. Greer on future of US-China trade

“I haven't yet met a country where we've imposed tariffs and said, ‘thank you—we love these tariffs.'” As Trump and Xi wrap up their Beijing summit, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer tells Annmar...

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Jerome Powell's tenure as Fed chair comes to a close

A look at Fed Chair Jerome Powell's tenure as it comes to a close.

1 day ago - CNBC Television

Friday Fumble Dings Another Strong Week for Stocks

The bond market seems worried about oil prices and inflation, implying investors foresee a potential interest-rate hike ahead.

1 day ago - Barrons

Trump Racks Up 3,642 Stock Trades Worth at Least $220 Million in Q1

President Trump submitted new financial disclosure filings this week, showing 3,642 trades during the first quarter worth between $220 million and roughly $750 million. Of those trades, 2,346 were buy...

1 day ago - TipRanks

Rising Rates Could Spell Trouble for Dividend Stocks

Higher Treasury yields are creating headwinds for dividend-paying sectors like utilities, REITs, and consumer income stocks, though investors may avoid a repeat of the 2022 selloff.

1 day ago - Barrons

SocGen Says 'Unhinged' Yields Pose Early Test for Warsh

Treasury yields are starting to become "unhinged,'' which will be a challenge for incoming Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh, according to Subadra Rajappa, the head of research for Societe Generale Am...

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Traders now see next Fed interest rate move as a hike following inflation surge

Following a week of surprisingly high inflation readings, traders in the fed funds futures market are pricing in an interest rate increase as soon as December, with a much higher certainty into the ea...

1 day ago - CNBC

Goldman Slashes Recession Risk Odds as Labor Market Remains Resilient

Goldman Sachs ($GS) has lowered its 12-month U.S. recession probability to 25% from 30%, citing a strong labor market and healthy economic activity. In addition, the firm’s financial conditions index…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Scott Melker: "Every Fed chair makes mistakes"

Today marks Jerome Powell's last day as Fed chair. Scott Melker shines a light on his legacy.

1 day ago - Yahoo Finance

Crypto Market Update: Inflation Headwinds & Regulatory Progress

This week's macro backdrop delivered a clear message: the Fed has little room to turn more dovish. Producer prices came in well above expectations, with energy the key contributor, driven by the ongoi...

1 day ago - ETF Trends

Forget Nvidia? How to Invest in AI Without Buying the Obvious Names

Matthew Tuttle, CEO, Tuttle Capital Management breaks down why the real AI upside is in bottlenecks, suppliers, and halo companies—not the obvious trades.

1 day ago - The Street

The Jerome Powell era is officially over

May 15th, 2026 - The Senate Banking Committee advances the CLARITY Act. In other news, Jerome Powell's era at the Federal Reserve is officially coming to an end, and Scott Melker is looking back at th...

1 day ago - Yahoo Finance

US, Brazil see jump in ethanol exports as consumers seek to boost fuel supplies

The United States and Brazil, the two largest producers of ethanol, are looking ‌at a jump in exports of the biofuel this year due to movements by several consuming countries to increase their sources...

1 day ago - Reuters

Dow Jones Today: DJIA Stumbles as Trump-Xi Summit Ends Without Major Deals; Oil Jumps

The Dow Jones (DJIA) is set to end the trading week on lower ground following the conclusion of the Trump-Xi summit as oil prices remain above the $100 level. The…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Everyday People Are Hurting. Why Are AI and Markets Still Booming?

As the Strait of Hormuz closure continues, the global energy crisis deepens, while inflation continues to rise and US consumer sentiment remains low. Why then, given all of this worrying news, is the ...

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Are U.S. Markets Acting Like Meme Stocks? Some Options Action Has Investors Worried.

A big options expiry on Friday is roiling markets. What happens next is key.

1 day ago - Barrons

Week Ahead for FX, Bonds: Fed Minutes in Focus as Middle East Uncertainty Continues

Minutes to the U.S. Federal Reserve's most recent meeting will be watched for signs of whether prospects of an interest-rate hike are starting to build given elevated energy prices.

1 day ago - WSJ

NVDA, TSLA, PLTR: Stocks Fall as 30-Year Treasury Tops 5%

Investors and traders are assessing the interest rate outlook in America.

1 day ago - TipRanks

Stephen Miran exits the Fed. How he set the stage for Kevin Warsh.

Fed governor Stephen Miran is set to exit the Fed in the coming days to make way for newly confirmed Fed Chair Kevin Warsh. Miran defended his tenure in an interview with CNBC.

1 day ago - CNBC

Russell Hackmann on Fragile Rally, NVDA Strength & China Summit Disappointment

The S&P 500 (SPX) is near highs, but weak market breadth points to a fragile rally. Russell Hackmann warns that strength is concentrated in names like Nvidia (NVDA), while rising yields and sticky inf...

1 day ago - Schwab Network

RATE CUT HOPES EVAPORATE: Hot INFLATION is a BIG PROBLEM

Unleash Prosperity co-founder Steve Moore discusses the market's reaction to President Donald Trump's key meetings with China's Xi Jinping and Kevin Warsh's inflation challenges on ‘Mornings with Mari...

1 day ago - Fox Business

S&P 500 Slips as Rising Yields Dull Stock Appetite

The S&P 500 (SPX) is trading lower amid rising yields and the conclusion of the Trump-Xi summit. The 10-year Treasury yield climbed to 4.57% on Friday, marking the highest level…

1 day ago - TipRanks

We're in a period where both the U.S. and China are incentivized to do business together: Analyst

Alice Han of advisory firm Greenmantle says the symbolism of having Elon Musk and Jensen Huang join U.S. President Donald Trump on Air Force One shows that the latter wanted to do business in China an...

1 day ago - CNBC International TV

Fed Faces Regime Change as Powell's Chairmanship Ends

Bloomberg's Mike McKee discusses the challenges facing incoming Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh on "Bloomberg Open Interest."

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Macro Indicators at a Crossroads. Charts of Dow Industrials, Small Caps, 10-Year Yield Tell the Story.

Three charts speak to trouble ahead in equities and bond markets alike.

1 day ago - Barrons

Stocks tumble, bond rout deepens as Trump's China visit fails to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Hopes for an end to the Iran conflict faded after President Trump failed to secure a commitment from China to help pressure Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Why Is Silver Down 9% Today, 5/15/26?

Silver (XAGUSD) is down by over 9% on Friday amid rising yields and a strengthening U.S. dollar. With higher yields, the opportunity cost of holding silver rises as investors can…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Inflation rate projected to hit 6% in the second quarter, top economic forecasters say

The recent surge in inflation is likely to get worse over the next several months, according to a survey Friday from the nation's top economists. Consumer price inflation is projected to hit 6% for th...

1 day ago - CNBC

Key Takeaways from Trump's China Visit & Fed's Iran-Tied Inflation Woes

President Trump and Chinese president Xi Jinping wrap up their meeting in China. Kevin Hincks highlights the key takeaways from the summit, from a big sale of Boeing (BA) planes to China, to discussio...

1 day ago - Schwab Network

U.S. Industrial Production Rose in April

U.S. industrial production rose by 0.7% last month, after decreasing by an upwardly revised 0.3% in March.

1 day ago - WSJ

Why Soaring Treasury Yields Are Spooking the Stock Market

Rising Treasury yields are pressuring global stocks and forcing investors to rethink expectations for inflation and Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts.

1 day ago - Barrons

Why Is the Stock Market Down Today, 5/15/26?

Both the S&P 500 (SPX) and the Nasdaq 100 (NDX) are trading lower on Friday following the conclusion of the Trump-Xi summit. AI stocks are taking a hit after President…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Saying goodbye to Powell's purple tie

Today is Jerome Powell's last day as the chair of the Federal Reserve. He'll continue to serve as a board governor.

1 day ago - Yahoo Finance

Dow slides 400 points as rising yields and oil prices hit tech stocks

US stocks fell sharply on Friday as rising Treasury yields, persistent inflation concerns, and escalating energy prices pressured markets following another record-setting session for major indexes. Th...

1 day ago - Invezz

US manufacturing output accelerates on auto production in April

U.S. factory production accelerated in ​April as motor ‌vehicle output surged, suggesting underlying strength in ​manufacturing, though supply ​disruptions from the war ⁠with Iran are ​casting a shado...

1 day ago - Reuters

Dow Jones Retreats as AI Rally Loses Steam

The Dow Jones (DJIA) is set to open Friday in the red amid a pullback in AI and tech stocks following a furious rally. Nvidia ($NVDA), Apple ($AAPL), and Cisco…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Big Tech, Chips Will Push Nasdaq to 30,000, Ives Says

Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities says the Cerebras Systems IPO is a watershed moment for the tech sector. He sees the Nasdaq hitting 30,000 in the next six to nine months.

2 days ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Stock Futures Fall, Tech Stocks Lead Losses on Fears of High Inflation, Rising Oil Prices

U.S. stock futures were down on Friday morning, with technology stocks leading the losses on concerns over high inflation, rising Treasury yields, and surging oil prices amid continued tensions in…

2 days ago - TipRanks

Stock Market Pulls Back from Red-Hot Rally, CBRS Slides After Strong IPO

Markets wanted more from the meeting between President Trump and Chinese president Xi Jinping, says Alex Coffey. He talks about the "warm words" between the global leaders and what it means for Wall S...

2 days ago - Schwab Network

The Stock Market Rally Faces a Stark Reality. Things Could Get Tricky.

Bonds, options and oil all suggest the recent tech-led rally might struggle to stay on the rails.

2 days ago - Barrons

Morning Call Sheet: AI rally masks growing cracks beneath markets

Peter Boockvar of One Point BFG, Henrietta Treyz of Veda Partners and Jay Woods of Freedom Capital Markets discuss AI momentum, rising yields, tariffs and growing market risks.

2 days ago - CNBC Television

The U.S. dollar has barely budged this year — but that could be about to change

Currency traders are not convinced that high interest rates are here to stay.

2 days ago - Market Watch

Inflation and Fed Policy Are on Collision Course, Page Says

Sébastien Page, T. Rowe Price CIO and head of global multi-asset, talks about the challenges around hedging against inflation risk.

2 days ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Trump Leaves China With New Focus on Trade, Rare Earths

President Donald Trump heads home after a two day summit with China's Xi Jinping in Beijing. Bloomberg's Annmarie reports on what they've accomplished and what's next.

2 days ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

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

2 days ago - The Guardian

Morning Bid: A bad case of the bond blues

The long-awaited summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping hogged the spotlight this week, despite producing little market-moving news. The real story remains t...

2 days ago - Reuters

Treasury Yields Blindside Markets After Trump Fails to Seal China Breakthrough

Crypto scores a big Senate win, Boeing stock takes a hit, Cerebras swings IPO focus to tech, and more news to start your day.

2 days ago - Barrons

The stock market surge has delivered a rare signal. Here's what history suggests happens next, says Goldman Sachs

Momentum and risk appetite are ascendant, but that may be a problem, say Goldman Sachs strategists.

2 days ago - Market Watch

Dow futures plunge 300 points: 5 things to know before market opens

US equity futures retreated sharply on Friday after bond yields climbed to their highest level since early June 2025, driven by mounting evidence that the Iran war is beginning to inflict lasting econ...

2 days ago - Invezz

Call Them Gamblers or Investors, They're Moving Stocks

There's been plenty to distract investors from the unpleasant fact that a vital energy chokepoint has been closed for weeks. This morning it seems to have re-entered their consciousness as President T...

2 days ago - WSJ

U.S. Stock Futures Fall, Weighed Down by Hormuz Gloom

Another strong week for U.S. stocks looks set to end on a downbeat note, with a jump in oil prices sending stock futures lower and Treasury yields higher.

2 days ago - WSJ

US debt load could undercut Warsh's plan to shrink Fed balance sheet

Incoming Federal Reserve chief Kevin Warsh's plans to shrink the U.S. central bank's "footprint" in financial markets could be constrained by the rising federal debt and potentially lost luster of U.S...

2 days ago - Reuters

Stock Market News, 5/15/26 – U.S. Stock Futures Fall amid Inflation Fears and Rising Oil Prices

U.S. stock futures fell early Friday, pulling back from record highs as investors worried about inflation and rising oil prices while assessing the outcome of the Trump-Xi summit in China.

2 days ago - TipRanks

Stock Market Today: Hormuz Gloom Weighs on Stocks

Another strong week for U.S. stocks looks set to end on a downbeat note, with a jump in oil prices sending stock futures lower and Treasury yields higher.

2 days ago - WSJ

What's Really Going on in Bond Markets?: 3-Minutes MLIV

Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson, Tom Mackenzie and Paul Dobson break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade." -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets L...

2 days ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Global equities rally as Trump-Xi optimism lifts market sentiments

Global equities advanced sharply as improving sentiment around US-China relations, encouraging US economic data, and easing inflation concerns boosted investor appetite for risk assets, according to a...

2 days ago - Invezz

Could Wall Street's AI boom soon meet a bond market reality check?

SlateStone Wealth chief market strategist Kenny Polcari discusses the stark contrast between Wall Street's AI stock rally and warning signs from the bond market on ‘The Claman Countdown.'

2 days ago - Fox Business

Trump wraps up two-day China trip; invites Xi for a September visit

BEIJING — U.S. President Donald Trump departed Beijing Friday after two days of talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping that ran the gamut from Iran and Taiwan to trade, oil and Boeing.

2 days ago - CNBC

Why Are Stock Market Futures Down Today, 5/15/26?

U.S. stock futures traded lower Thursday night as oil prices moved higher and investors continued to watch the ongoing U.S.-China summit. The move came after the S&P 500 ($SPX) and…

2 days ago - TipRanks

Trump's former economic advisor Stephen Miran steps down from Fed board, supports Kevin Warsh as new chair

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran submits resignation, celebrating conservative regulatory victories and the removal of reputational risk guidelines.

2 days ago - Fox Business

Fed's Barr: Shrinking The Balance Sheet Is The Wrong Objective

Federal Reserve Gov. Michael Barr said shrinking the balance sheet is the wrong objective for the central bank, and many of the proposals to meet that objective would threaten financial stability.

2 days ago - WSJ

Fed's Barr says wrong to lower liquidity rules to shrink Fed holdings

Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr said Thursday that ​lowering liquidity rules to get the central bank's balance sheet smaller is a bad idea and could undermine the safety of the financial ‌system...

2 days ago - Reuters

Why Are Stock Market Futures Flat Today, 5/14/26?

U.S. stock futures were steady on Thursday evening after a strong session that pushed the S&P 500 Index ($SPX) and Nasdaq to new record highs. Futures on the Dow Jones…

2 days ago - TipRanks

Cramer urges investors to be more selective in the AI frenzy

CNBC's Jim Cramer said investors should be more selective in the semiconductor rally. He said he remains bullish on the AI buildout, but recommends owning established winners like Nvidia and Cisco rat...

2 days ago - CNBC

The bond market is already hiking rates as Kevin Warsh takes over as Fed's new chair

There is a perception that new Fed chairs are tested by market turmoil.

2 days ago - Market Watch

Thursday's Final Takeaways: Retail Data, PSKY/WBD Deal, and AMAT Strength

Marley Kayden talks about retail sales rising modestly in April, but higher gas prices are masking softer consumer demand. Sam Vadas highlights mixed signals from Boeing (BA) and Chinese names like Al...

2 days ago - Schwab Network

Trading Day: Summits, in Beijing and stocks

Another day, another record high for the Nasdaq, S&P 500 and many stock markets around the world on Thursday, as the Xi-Trump summit in China and stalemate in the Persian Gulf gave investors no reason...

2 days ago - Reuters

Complex Problems Require Custom Solutions, Part 2

By Dan Zolet, CFA A couple of months ago, we discussed in our Strategic View how more nuanced investment problems require equally nuanced investment solutions. That piece focused on income-oriented po...

2 days ago - ETF Trends

Stock Market Today: SPY, QQQ Accelerate to All-Time Highs on ‘Extremely Positive’ Trump-Xi Meeting

Both the S&P 500 ETF ($SPY) and the Nasdaq 100 ETF ($QQQ) rallied to record highs on Thursday following the first day of the Trump-Xi summit. News That Moved the Stock…

2 days ago - TipRanks

Powell receives an 'A' grade for handling politics as Fed chair, says Jefferies' Richard Fisher

Richard Fisher, former Dallas Fed president and Jefferies senior advisor, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss Fed Chair Jerome Powell's tenure, the Federal Reserve going forward and much more.

2 days ago - CNBC Television

Top Stock Gainers Today, 5/14/25

The S&P 500 (SPX) rallied to yet another record high on Thursday following the first day of the Trump-Xi summit. Let’s break down the sectors behind the performance. Today’s Top-Performing…

2 days ago - TipRanks

RIA Growth Is Just Getting Started, CEOs Say

Four of the industry's most prominent leaders gathered at the Goldman Sachs RIA Professional Investor Forum Tuesday to make a case that may surprise even the most optimistic observers: the wave of RIA...

2 days ago - ETF Trends

Bond market believes Fed behind the curve on inflation as Warsh takes over

Bond traders are hoping that the central bank's easing bias is replaced with a skewed view toward tightening.

2 days ago - CNBC

Nearly 40% chances of stagflation by end of 2026, traders say

Kalshi traders predict a nearly 40% chance that stagflation, high inflation and unemployment, will impact the economy by end of 2026. The chances of a so-called soft landing, in which the economy grad...

2 days ago - CNBC

Fed’s Miran to Resign in Preparation for Warsh to Succeed Powell

Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran announced his resignation on Thursday, which will become effective on or before Kevin Warsh is sworn in to succeed Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Miran stepping…

2 days ago - TipRanks

Fed Governor Miran submits resignation, throws support behind Warsh as new chair

Fed Governor Stephen Miran officially handed in his resignation letter Thursday, saying he will vacate his spot on the central bank board when or just before new Chair Kevin Warsh takes his seat. Mira...

2 days ago - CNBC

‘PAY RESPECTS': Xi STUNS Trump with unexpected move

‘The Big Money Show' breaks down President Donald Trump's meeting with Xi Jinping over trade, Iran tensions and U.S.-China business ties as Beijing signals greater market access and cooperation on glo...

2 days ago - Fox Business

Watch Out For a Rate Cut Within Three Months, Says Piper Sandler’s Michael Kantrowitz

Despite rising inflation, Piper Sandler Chief Investment Strategist Michael Kantrowitz expects the Fed to cut rates within three months, citing lower tariff rates, a slower pace of rising energy price...

2 days ago - TipRanks

Some short sellers are seeing opportunity in this tech mania. How they're spotting fake AI stocks

Some short sellers argue the AI-driven rally is beginning to resemble previous speculative manias. Weaker companies rushed to attach themselves to the hottest market theme in hopes of attracting capit...

2 days ago - CNBC

Trump ethics filing reveals thousands of trades tied to US corporate securities

U.S. President Donald Trump disclosed a flurry of at least $220 million in financial transactions earlier this year in the ​securities of major U.S. companies, according to two new financial disclosur...

2 days ago - Reuters

Stocks Hit New Highs: AI Trade Becoming a Bubble?

Matthew Tuttle breaks down why AI-driven stocks continue climbing as the S&P 500 (SPX) and Nasdaq-100 (NDX) reach record highs. He explains why investors should focus on the "bottlenecks" of the AI bu...

2 days ago - Schwab Network

Retail investors have a new 'toy' for speculation, Barclays says

Prediction markets are "retail's shiny new toy," Barclays analysts said, after finding monthly notional volume for the platforms skyrocketed since the 2024 presidential election, with an explosion of ...

2 days ago - CNBC

Goldman says tech stock 'up crash' is sign of even more gains to come

Stocks are rallying so fast it's creating a volatility dynamic that's only been seen four times in history.

2 days ago - CNBC

Active Debate Is Important at the Fed, Shah Says

Investors are underpricing the prospect that the Federal Reserve may have to abandon its bias to cut interest rates. Seema Shah, Chief Global Strategist at Principal Asset Management, discusses the pa...

2 days ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

How Jerome Powell Reshaped The Federal Reserve

Jerome Powell was the 16th Chairman of the Federal Reserve System. As one of the nation's top economic policymakers, Powell guided the central bank through the coronavirus crisis and political efforts...

2 days ago - CNBC