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Fed holds key interest rate steady as economic view improves
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday voted to take a break from a recent run of interest rate cuts, as the central bank navigates questions about its independence and awaits a new leader.
Fed decision LOOMS amid INTENSE political pressure
‘The Big Money Show' panel breaks down a pivotal week for Wall Street as Big Tech earnings, a Federal Reserve decision and shifting market leadership put the economy to the test.
Fed Holds Rates Steady for First Time since July
Officials offered little clarity on when cuts might resume. Two governors favored a rate reduction.
Investors are ready for the Supreme Court to strike down Trump's tariffs. Now it's up to the economy to pick up.
Investors appear increasingly confident around U.S. trade developments. The focus instead has turned to a steady economy.
Fed has not yet complied with subpoenas as Powell probe continues, source says
The Federal Reserve has not yet complied with grand jury subpoenas issued as part of a criminal investigation of Fed Chair Jerome Powell by federal prosecutors in Washington, D.C., a person familiar w...
Threat to Fed's independence boosts economic uncertainty, says Bank of Canada head
The threat to the independence of the U.S. Federal Reserve is boosting economic uncertainty around the world, Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem said on Wednesday in his strongest comments to date...
The best investors avoid ‘revenge trading' and other raw emotions. Here's how you can too.
It's not stock charts; it's your mindset. This veteran trader's insider tips can sharpen your skills.
Why 6% 10-Year Treasury Rate Is Possible In 2026 And What To Do
I forecast 10-year Treasury rates could plausibly reach 6%, based on Bernanke's framework of inflation expectations, real rates, and term premiums. Current real yields and term premiums are below hist...
CEO REVEALS: How tariffs FORCED smarter pricing moves
Walmart CEO Doug McMillan joins ‘Mornings with Maria' to discuss his retirement, inflation pressures, tariffs, AI-driven growth and the future of America's largest retailer.
The Fed Is Waiting and Watching an Uncertain Economy
Inflation is elevated but steady and the job market is holding up, leading economists to predict that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates at current levels.
Why Stocks Can Keep Rallying Even If The Fed Does Nothing
In this week's episode of ETF Spotlight, Vince Lorusso, CEO and Portfolio Manager at Clough Capital, explains why stocks can keep rallying in 2026 even if the Fed holds rates steady. 0:00 – Intro & Ma...
Investors More "Selective" in Tech, Fed's Leadership Biggest FOMC Question
@CharlesSchwab's Nathan Peterson points to an "unwind" in in the NDX and RUT as a signal that investors are becoming more selective in technology stocks. It adds question marks ahead of Wednesday's Ma...
Economist warns coming financial crisis will make 2008 look like 'Sunday school picnic'
Economist Peter Schiff warns that gold's rally signals a looming U.S. dollar crisis and economic reckoning that could surpass 2008 financial crisis severity.
Fed Expected To Hold Interest Rates Today As Trump Pressures Central Bank
The Fed's “dot plot,” a graph that outlines the central bank's policymaking expectations, indicated last month that just one quarter-point interest rate cut is expected in 2026, followed by one more i...
Insiders Bought The Dip, Now Nasdaq Eyes All-Time Highs
Growth and tech stocks, led by the Nasdaq (QQQ), have decisively rebounded, overcoming recent geopolitical and sector-specific volatility. Nasdaq insiders are aggressively accumulating shares, signali...
'Absolutely not': Bessent shuts down report of U.S. currency intervention
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent shut down reports that the U.S. is stepping into the currency market in an interview with CNBC. His comments come a day after President Donald Trump described recent w...
KG: "Cautiously Optimistic" with Stocks & VIX Higher, Watch Silver & Gold Volatility
Equities up, volatility up is the name of the trading day according to Kevin Green. He explains why he's cautious on the move higher and how Big Tech needs to continue a winning streak to cement confi...
What to Watch For in the Fed Decision
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep rates on hold today, but the real suspense will come when we hear from Chair Jerome Powell who is clashing with the White House on a number of issues. Mi...
Loading up on your employer's stock is tempting in a bull market. But how much is too much?
Employees face “double jeopardy” in the stock's decline portfolio and increased job risk.
Abby Joseph Cohen on AI Stocks, Investing Amid Dollar Weakness
Abby Joseph Cohen, Columbia Business School professor and retired Goldman Sachs partner, discusses the outlook for AI-related stocks, investing amid a weakening US dollar and her concerns about the "e...
CMS Rates Proposal Shatters Health Insurance Stocks: What Investors Must Know (& Do)
CMS's proposed 0.09% Medicare Advantage rate hike for 2027 triggered a sharp sell-off across US health insurers, signaling severe industry-government misalignment. CVS, Elevance, and Centene face sign...
Fed Chair Powell Has Done a Good Job, Rubenstein Says
Carlyle Group co-founder and co-chairman says Federal Chair Jerome Powell has done a good job. He says the economy is doing pretty well and inflation is under control.
Expert market panel on President Trump's desire for a weaker dollar, and the impact on your money
Piper Sandler's Craig Johnson, Stifel's Brian Gardner and Wedbush's Joel Kulina weigh in on the major topics of the day, including the dollar's weakness, how that's playing in Washington and on Wall S...
Big hedging of dollars for clients could test banks' capacity, senior UBS trader says
Investors rushing to protect their U.S. assets against dollar depreciation could test banks' ability to meet demand for hedging, said a senior trader at UBS , one of the world's top currency dealers...
US stocks open in the green: S&P breaches 7,000, Nasdaq climbs 0.7%
US equities advanced on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 reaching the 7,000 level for the first time, as investors positioned ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision and a slate of earnings r...
French fund manager BDL says EU markets regulation 'driving us into a wall'
Excessive regulation is hurting European financial markets and local fund managers, favouring the spread of passive investing dominated by large U.S. players, the head of French asset manager BDL Cap...
The dollar could have further to fall as its decline creates a 'double-edged sword' for America
The U.S. dollar fell on Tuesday after President Donald Trump insisted the currency — which declined notably last year — is doing "great." Nela Richardson, ADP's chief economist, told CNBC the decline ...
Consumer confidence in the U.S. economy falls to lowest level since 2014
U.S. consumer confidence declined sharply in January, hitting the lowest level since 2014 as Americans grow increasingly concerned about their financial prospects.
Insurers Brace For Extended 'Managed Retreat' Following 2027 MA Proposal
UnitedHealth (UNH) and peers face significant margin risk after the CMS's 2027 Medicare Advantage rate proposal fell short of market expectations. The proposed 0.09% average revenue update, well below...
"Nervousness" Ahead of FOMC Decision, Why Waller Could Replace Powell
Danielle DiMartino Booth visits the NYSE set to preview the upcoming rate decision from the Federal Reserve. She admits "nervousness" surrounding the Fed as the narrative around replacing Jerome Powel...
Country ETFs Crushing It
Most country ETFs are sitting on solid year-to-date returns. Here we take a look at a snapshot of more than forty country ETFs traded on US exchanges.
The Odds Of A Government Shutdown Have Increased, How It May Impact Markets
The paint is still drying from the last government shutdown at the end of 2025, yet the political sphere is barreling towards another shutdown this month. With days left for lawmakers to reach a deal,...
The Stock Market Is Becoming The Economy
Economic growth remains above trend, fueled by top 10% household spending and record financial market wealth despite plummeting consumer confidence. Consumer spending is resilient, with Redbook Same-S...
Market Setup for Today: FOMC Decision, Tech Earnings
Kevin Green underlines the day's upside potential move to $7035 but also circles potential downside to $6950 as investors prepare for the latest FOMC decision as well as earnings from megacap tech nam...
Sabrina Dhowre Elba: Food systems need to be an ‘always-on economic issue'
The UN Goodwill Ambassador for IFAD, advocate for rural women and co-founder of skincare brand S'ABLE Labs and Alvaro Lario, President of IFAD, the International Fund for Agricultural Development, joi...
These stocks are the market's new momentum plays as Big Tech loses steam
A veteran money manager shares his top picks.
Here is a look at who has a say on Federal Reserve interest-rate policy this year
President Trump has demanded that Fed Chair Jerome Powell cut rates. But it isn't the Fed chair alone who sets them.
Corporate America continues job cuts in 2026 in efficiency push
Less than 30 days into 2026, U.S. companies across sectors have announced layoffs as they cut costs and simplify operations in the backdrop of rising adoption of artificial intelligence tools.
Why Powell's remarks could make for a volatile Fed day — with or without a rate cut
Recently, the stock market has done better on average when the Fed decided to hold rates instead of cut them
5 Things To Know: January 28, 2026
CNBC's Becky Quick reports on the 5 things to know on January 28, 2026.
Trump Is Happy With a Diving Dollar. Why Stock Markets Should Be on Alert.
What to know ahead of the Fed decision, ASML sales smash expectations, Meta's AI spending spree weighs on earnings outlook, and more news to start your day.
Trump Deepens US Dollar Woes as He Downplays Weakness
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he didn't think the US dollar had weakened excessively, sending the currency to its deepest one-day drop since last year's tariff rollout. Tyler Kendall reports ...
Trump Extends Dollar Slump — and the Buck Doesn't Stop Here
‘A weak dollar makes you a hell of a lot more money,' says President Donald Trump.
Morning Bid: Making a weak dollar "great" again
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U.S.-India trade talks could get a boost as America sees life going on without it
The U.S. is yet to respond to the EU and India signing off on a long-awaited trade deal on Tuesday. Trump's "America First" trade policy could be starting to backfire as nations pursue their own bilat...
‘WHAT A DIFFERENCE': Sen Blackburn outlines Trump economic wins
Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., applauded President Donald Trump for keeping his promises on securing the border and bringing down inflation on ‘The Bottom Line.
Fed meeting updates: Powell expected to hold interest rates steady in first decision of 2026
It's the first Fed day of 2026, and Chair Jerome Powell is in the hot seat. Central bank leaders will announce their January interest rate decision at 2 p.m.
For Fed, uptick in bank lending may add to case against rate cuts
Still-elevated inflation and a labor market that has weakened but not collapsed are the main reasons the Federal Reserve is widely expected to wrap up its two-day meeting Wednesday with a hold on th...
Dollar has become a 'falling chainsaw' - what it means for you
There's a sense of crisis hanging over the US dollar - and it has consequences for all of us.
This will end badly for them: Steve Moore
Economist Steve Moore analyzes U.S. allies — including Canada, France and the U.K. — forging closer trade ties with China despite President Donald Trump's tariff warnings on ‘The Bottom Line.' #fox #m...
Does This Bull Market Have Room to Run?
Strong earnings make a great stock market. The risk is everyone knows that already.
Investors Assumed Medicare Advantage Was Safe Under the GOP. They Were Wrong.
Wall Street is discovering that the Republican party's longstanding romance with Medicare Advantage has entered a more complicated chapter.
US dollar sinks to its lowest level in four years
Dollar drops against basket of currencies after Donald Trump brushed off concerns over slide
Weaker Dollar's Inflation Effects Could Shape Rate Decisions, ECB's Villeroy Says
The central bank was closely monitoring the appreciation of the euro, which could potentially reduce inflation across the bloc, the Governor of the Bank of France said.
Fed Meeting Comes at Pivotal Moment for Central Bank's Independence
The Trump administration has unleashed a barrage of attacks on the Federal Reserve, including a criminal investigation into its chair, Jerome H. Powell.
What to Watch as the Federal Reserve Meets
The central bank is expected to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday after a series of reductions in the latter half of 2025. The big question is how long the pause will last.
Global Markets Mixed, U.S. Tech Futures Gain as Dollar Weakens Further
Global markets were mixed as U.S. futures largely gained, with anticipation of Fed Chair Jerome Powell's comments overshadowed by the dollar's continued selloff.
Dollar Will Move On From Trump Comments: 3-Minutes MLIV
Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson, Tom Mackenzie and Mark Cudmore break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade." Chapters: 00:00:00 - MLIV 00:00:01 - Trump Comment...
ADP's Richardson: weak dollar is a double-edged sword
ADP Chief Economist Nela Richardson joins Squawk Box Europe, discussing the consequences of dollar weakness, the state of the jobs market, and the path ahead for the Federal Reserve.
German regulator BaFin sees risk that markets question dollar's role
Germany's financial regulator BaFin said there was a risk that markets could question the role of the U.S. dollar as the global reserve currency.
Fed Meeting Today: S&P, Nasdaq Futures Gain Ahead of Rate Decision
Dollar steadies after sliding on Tuesday; global chip stocks rise
CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: China-made humanoid robots set sights on Middle East and U.S. markets
Chinese humanoid robot company LimX Dynamics is in talks with U.S. business partners, the startup's founder Will Zhang said in an exclusive interview. As it moves towards global markets, the Shenzhen-...
SpaceX weighs June 2026 IPO at $1.5 trillion valuation, FT reports
Elon Musk's SpaceX is weighing a mid-June 2026 initial public offering, aiming to raise as much as $50 billion at a valuation of roughly $1.5 trillion, the Financial Times reported, citing pe...
Dow Jones & Nasdaq 100: US Futures Mixed as Fed, Earnings Loom
Asian markets tracked mixed US futures as Trump's rate hints, Fed Chair Powell, and Big Tech earnings influenced Nasdaq 100-led sentiment.
Trump is looking for someone to run the Fed who has credibility on Wall Street and will defer to his demands for lower rates; his candidates come up short in one way or another
The president wants someone who will pursue lower interest rates—and who's credible enough to actually deliver them.
Chip shortages lead companies to buy more equipment to boost production, says Jim Cramer
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer digs into chip and data storage stocks.
Stocks hit record high, dollar stabilizes ahead of Fed rate call
Global stocks climbed to an intraday record high for a third straight session, while the U.S. dollar showed signs of stabilizing after a sharp drop in the prior session ahead of a Federal Reserve int...
Miss the rally in memory stocks? Cramer sees an even better way to play the memory shortage
CNBC's Jim Cramer on Tuesday said avoid buying Micron, Western Digital, Seagate and Sandisk after their huge runs. Instead, he pointed to semiconductor capital equipment makers as a "relatively safer ...
'Reversion To The Mean' Will Eventually Slam The Market
The market continues to trade at extreme levels using various traditional valuation metrics. Earnings growth over the past several years has been powered by the Magnificent Seven, which has also drive...
India's Petroleum Minister: I'm optimistic on EU-India trade deal
India's Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri joins CNBC's Amitoj Singh on the side-lines of India Energy Week in Goa, discussing the trade agreement between New Delhi and the Eur...
Dollar tumbles to a four-year low as Trump claims it's ‘doing great'
The U.S. dollar fell to its lowest level in four years on Tuesday despite President Donald Trump claiming it was “doing great” in a speech in Iowa.
Consumer confidence plunges to lowest level in more than a decade
Consumer confidence "collapsed" to its lowest point since 2014, falling below pandemic lows as Americans worry about jobs and the economy's future, The Conference Board reported.
Fed expected to pause rate cuts after 3 straight reductions amid uncertainty over jobs, inflation
Federal Reserve expected to hold interest rates steady in the 3.5%-3.75% range as FOMC navigates inflation concerns and softening job market in first 2026 meeting.
Dollar Extends Slide After Trump Says He's Not Worried About Declines
The WSJ Dollar Index, which tracks the U.S. currency against a basket of others, was recently down 1.1%, on track for its lowest close since April 2022.
Dollar suffers worst one-day slide since last April after Trump says currency hasn't fallen too low
The U.S. dollar fell about 1.3% on Tuesday, posting its worst day since April 10, 2025. It touched its lowest level since February 2022.
Health Insurers Weigh on the Dow, While S&P 500 Sets Fresh Record
A selloff in UnitedHealth and peers erased $99 billion in market value.
Tech Stocks Lead Charge Toward Record | Bloomberg Tech 1/27/2026
Bloomberg's Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow discuss stocks closing in on record highs driven by tech shares with earnings imminent. Plus, Bridgit Mendler, CEO and co-founder of Northwood, discusses the co...
The most buyer-friendly housing markets in the US
Indianapolis tops Zillow's 2026 list of buyer-friendly housing markets, followed by Atlanta and Charlotte. More inventory and less competition give prospective buyers power.
"Quite a Surprise:" What's Next After UNH, HUM & Healthcare Stocks Drop 20%
Healthcare stocks like UnitedHealth (UNH), Humana (HUM), and Centene (CNC) sold off upwards of 20% on Tuesday's session over the Trump administration's decision to keep Medicare rates flat next year. ...
Tech earnings preview: Investors want to see returns on AI spending boom
Ali Mogharabi, WestEnd Capital Management Senior Equity Analyst breaks down what to expect from tech earnings this week.
Is there a correction ahead for tech stocks?
Are tech stocks on pace for a correction? B. Riley Wealth Chief Market Strategist Art Hogan and Yahoo Finance Senior Reporter Ines Ferré help Brian Sozzi examine the performance of the Magnificent Sev...
Here's why the next 72 hours are critical for markets
The Investment Committee debate how important the next few days are for the rally as Mega Cap Earnings, the Fed Decision and a potential government shutdown hang over stocks.
The Weather is Freezing but Stocks Are Hot. It's the January Effect.
“As goes January, so goes the year,” according to the founder of the Stock Trader's Almanac.
In the Market: Wall Street's banking on next Fed chair to stand up to Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump bemoaned last week his issue with naming the next Federal Reserve chair: The problem, he said, is they change once they have the job. Wall Street is counting on it.
Bitcoin Volatility to Start 2026, China Drove Crypto Crime in 2025 | Bloomberg Crypto 1/27/2026
"Bloomberg Crypto" covers the people, transactions, and technology shaping the world of decentralized finance. Today's guests: FG Nexus CEO of Digital Assets Maja Vujinovic and Chainalysis Co-Founder ...
The Fed releases its latest interest rate decision Wednesday. Here's what to expect
Judging by market expectations and policymakers' comments, there's virtually no chance the Fed will change its benchmark interest rate when its meeting concludes Wednesday. The near-term stance likely...
This chart shows why upward pressure on long-term Treasury yields matters to borrowers and stocks
If the 10-year Treasury yield reaches or exceeds 4.5%, it could be a challenge to the market, says BNY
Powell Had No Choice But to Speak Out, George Says
Former Kansas City Fed President Esther George says Chair Jerome Powell had no choice but to speak out after President Donald Trump's Justice Department served him with grand jury subpoenas. She speak...
Everyone's looking for political fireworks from Powell's press conference. Here's what to expect.
Experts debate Fed Chair Jerome Powell's future ahead of his Wednesday remarks, which will follow the central bank's decision on interest rates.
Daily Trader: Consumer Sentiment Sinks into FOMC Meeting
Kevin Hincks talks about the recent plunge in consumer sentiment and the divides he sees in the report, just ahead of the Fed's interest rate decision on Wednesday. Also on his radar: the industry-wid...
The Yen Carry Trade May Be Entering A Dangerous Phase
The Yen Carry Trade May Be Entering A Dangerous Phase
Study shows tariffs have been paid for by the U.S., says Bielefeld University's Julian Hinz
Julian Hinz, Bielefeld University international economics professor, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss Hinz's recent study on the price of tariffs.
EU and India reach major trade deal to strengthen supply chains. 🇮🇳
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Happy new year? Americans are in a foul mood despite a seemingly strong U.S. economy.
The stock market keeps hitting record highs, unemployment is low and the economy is growing surprising fast, but Americans were in a foul mood as the new year got under way.
Fed is likely to lower rates only two more times this year: CNBC Fed survey
Despite the expected arrival of a new Trump-appointed Federal Reserve chair in coming months, respondents to the CNBC survey are only forecasting modest changes to the funds rate over the next two yea...
Here's What's Inside the Massive EU-India Trade Deal
The EU and India have agreed to a landmark trade deal, cutting tariffs on nearly all goods as both move to hedge against Trump's tariffs. Alisha Sachdev explains.
India and EU have reached a trade deal, here's what it means for the US and markets
As earnings season kicks into full swing, Principal Asset Management chief global strategist Seema Shah discusses what investors are looking for in Big Tech's AI strategy and how the US may respond to...
Why tech stocks could be headed for a correction, how to play gold and metals with ETFs
Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi breaks down the latest market moves for January 27, 2026 Our panel looks at the outlook for tech stocks and why they could be headed for a correction. Gold p...
Consumer Confidence ‘Collapsed' To Lowest Level Since 2014 In January
This is a developing story.