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Bessent says 'a large bank' will be sanctioned on Monday as part of Iran strategy
Bessent made the comment during an appearance on "Real America's Voice" without naming the financial institution nor the country. Since the Mideast conflict began in February, the U.S. has implemente...
Asian Currencies Consolidate, But Haven Demand for Dollar May Weigh
Asian currencies consolidated against the dollar in early trade, but may be weighed by safe-haven demand for the greenback.
Nikkei Falls 2.8%, Dragged by Chip Stocks
Japanese stocks were lower as fears about the Iran war and rising energy costs have grown.
‘This is a GLOBAL STORY': Expert breaks down market breadth
Osaic Chief Market Strategist Phil Blancato and Principal Asset Management Chief Global Strategist Seema Shah analyze deteriorating market breadth, rising 10-year Treasury yields and AI infrastructure...
The most important thing to remember is the long bond, says Jim Cramer
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer talks the current state of the bond market.
Review & Preview: Inflation Watch
Higher oil prices and a sovereign bond sell-off sent stocks lower, but all eyes are on tomorrow's CPI reading.
U.S. Stock Futures Mixed as Traders Brace for Key CPI Report
U.S. stock futures were mixed on Thursday evening as traders awaited August’s consumer price index (CPI) report, due tomorrow. Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DJIA) and the S&P 500 Index...
Jim Cramer says this is the key force driving stocks right now
CNBC's Jim Cramer said the 30-year Treasury yield is a key force driving stocks as it climbs to roughly 5.3%. He said higher long-term rates make bonds more attractive than stocks, raise corporate bor...
Trump administration to sanction unnamed 'large' bank on Monday, Bessent says
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday the Trump administration will sanction a large bank next week as it continues to apply economic pressure on Tehran to end a more than six-month...
The Unrelenting Bond Selloff Puts the 10-Year Yield on the Cusp of 5%
Rising borrowing costs threaten to disrupt the stock market and slow the economy.
Thursday's Final Takeaways: Crude Taps $103 & PPI Hotter than Expected
Crude oil hits levels not seen in nearly 4 months as inflation concerns in U.S. consumers climb on the back of a slightly hot August PPI. Marley Kayden talks about her top takeaways from Thursday's se...
Dow closes 400 pts lower as US crude oil tops $100 and Fed rate-hike bets rise
US stocks fell on Thursday as oil prices climbed above $100 a barrel, fuelling concerns over inflation and increasing expectations that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates next week. The Do...
Bonds Sell Off Despite Buyback Operation
Plus, oil prices surge above $107 a barrel and wholesale inflation picks up.
U.S. Stocks Fall as Oil Tops $100, Yields Hit Multiyear Highs
U.S. stocks fell for the fourth straight session and Treasury yields hit multiyear highs as U.S. oil prices topped the $100-per-barrel level while August inflation data revealed the toll energy costs ...
Stock Market Today: SPY, QQQ Stumble as September Rate Hike Odds Surpass 70% ahead of Key CPI Inflation Data
Both the S&P 500 ETF ($SPY) and the Nasdaq 100 ETF ($QQQ) closed in the red on Thursday. The S&P 500 ETF finished with a 0.59% loss, while the Nasdaq…
Stocks are sliding as this ‘negative risk trinity' spooks investors
Investors are taking a more cautious tack as rising bond yields and and a calendar riddled with risks — from Federal Reserve meetings to the U.S. midterm elections — inspire many to adopt a more cauti...
S&P 500 Top Stock Gainers Today, 9/10/26
The S&P 500 (SPX) closed down 0.58% on Thursday alongside rising rate hike expectations and surging oil prices. Let’s break down the sectors behind the performance. Today’s Top-Performing Sector Consu...
A Broad-Based Rally
Investors looking beyond megacap tech may like what they see With a handful of stocks attracting most of the recent headlines, it's easy to forget that investors continue to find opportunities across ...
Jeremy Siegel: Equity markets will react positively to a rate cut next week
Jeremy Siegel, WisdomTree chief economist, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss the latest action in equity markets, the Federal Reserve and much more.
It's not just Hormuz. Another war is providing fresh price shocks to fuel and food.
The Middle East conflict overshadows outages in Russia and a ‘massive impact' on diesel supplies
Friday's CPI inflation report is even more important than usual. Here's what to expect
The BLS will release the August consumer price index report Friday morning, with expectations for little change in the annual rate but a move higher in the headline monthly increase. Fed officials are...
Mortgage Rates Leap Past 7% as Existing Home Sales Stumble
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) reached 7.07% on Thursday, according to Mortgage News Daily. That marks a 10-basis-point jump from the prior day and brings the rate above 7% for…
U.S. Mortgage Rates Top 7% For First Time in 15 Months
Rates had steadily tumbled to about 6% in late February, but reversed when the U.S. and Israel started the war in Iran, disrupting oil shipments and driving up inflation.
Iran war costs US households $860 more in higher energy prices, economist says
Mark Zandi says the Iran war has added about $115 billion in costs for U.S. households through higher gasoline, diesel and jet fuel prices.
Global bond selloff resumes as surging oil prices stoke fears about inflation
Crude jumps above $107 a barrel amid concerns over Middle East conflict and out-of-control government borrowing
Iran War Will End ‘Very Shortly’ after U.S. Midterm Elections, Trump Says
President Trump expects the U.S.-Iran war to come to a close “very shortly” after the midterm elections on November 3. The war is currently in its 194th day and has…
AI is losing its stranglehold on the U.S. stock market. Here's why
A key tech-stock volatility metric options traders have been watching all year is reversing.
Investors should be eating up these 9 restaurant stocks, analysts say
Have your spending habits changed? A combination of inflationary pressures appears to be behind a recent selloff in stock prices for restaurant operators.
Dow Jones Today: DJIA Stalls on Unexpected PPI Inflation Data as Treasury Yields Rally
The Dow Jones (DJIA) is down 0.69% on Thursday following an inflation update from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). In August, the Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 5.4%, accelerating from 4.8%…
Washington nonprofit Better Markets sues Federal Reserve over capital rule overhaul
Better Markets, a Washington nonprofit that advocates for Wall Street reforms, sued the U.S. Federal Reserve on Thursday, alleging the central bank has broken federal rules in its handling of a sweep...
30-year fixed mortgage rate tops 7% for the first time in over a year
The average rate on the 30-year fixed rose to 7.07% Mortgage rates loosely follow the yield on the U.S. 10-year Treasury.
Why CPI Will Move Equities & Yields, Fed Readies for Interest Rate Meeting
Liz Ann Sonders of @CharlesSchwab says her data is suggesting a likely interest rate hike. She gauges what investors should expect if September's tentative hike is the first of several.
Now's your chance to make money during the best bond market for yields in decades — if you get over Treasury jitters
If you looking for high income in the bond market, without paying taxes, here's how you figure out how much interest you're actually being paid.
Why Are Gold and Silver Down Today, 9/10/26?
Both gold (XAUUSD) and silver (XAGUSD) are trading lower on Thursday. Over the past 24 hours, gold and silver are down 0.98% and 4.02%, respectively. Both precious metals dropped sharply this…
The 3 Biggest Surprises of 2026
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Stocks, Bonds Fall After PPI Data as US Oil Tops $100
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Hedged Equity as a Liquid Alternative
Why Liquid Alternatives Keep Disappointing — and What to Do About It Most liquid alternative funds fail a simple test: they cannot be held through a full market cycle — adopted in crises, abandoned on...
Treasury yields surge toward the danger zone for stocks, as inflation pressures heat up
Oil prices were at their highest levels in months, and disappointing wholesale-inflation data have sent benchmark 10-year yields closer to the key 5% level.
The likelihood of a Fed interest rate hike next week just got a lot higher
The odds of a Fed rate hike next week rose to 70% after a report showing increasing wholesale prices, and after oil jumped past $100 a barrel. In addition, the market now views a second increase befor...
Why Is the Stock Market Down Today, 9/10/26?
Both the S&P 500 (SPX) and the Nasdaq 100 (NDX) are trading lower on Thursday. The S&P 500 is down 0.45%, while the Nasdaq 100 is off 0.84%. U.S. equities opened in the red after the…
Where investors are finding income outside traditional bonds as rates rise
While financial advisors and investment strategists say bonds should remain part of a diversified investment portfolio, many are shifting allocation to lower-duration alternatives such as ultra-short ...
Home sales fall in August despite the highest supply in over a decade
Existing home sales fell 2% in August compared with July. The median price of an existing home sold in August was $429,100, up 1.6% year over year.
Home sales in August fell to their lowest level in more than a year, after rising mortgage rates dealt another blow to a hobbled housing market
The 2% monthly decline in existing-home sales reflected higher mortgage rates and a housing market stuck in a rut.
Markets see a near 50-50 chance the European Central Bank will hike again in October
Financial markets are virtually evenly divided that the European Central Bank will lift interest rates once more next month after a statement issued Thursday that was perceived as being hawkish.
Trump Promises $5,000 ‘Trump Dividend’ to U.S. Citizens if Republicans Win Midterm Elections
President Trump promised to provide every U.S. citizen aged 18 and above with a $5,000 dividend if the Republicans are able to win the House and Senate in the November…
Nasdaq, Dow and S&P 500 Fall as U.S. Rates Rise
U.S. indices come under pressure as rising rates test key technical levels ahead of CPI.
Dow opens 150 pts lower as oil tops $100 and Fed rate hike bets rise
US stocks opened lower on Thursday as US oil prices climbed above $100 a barrel and stronger-than-expected annual producer inflation increased concerns about interest rates. The Dow Jones Industrial A...
Hincks: Hotter PPI & $100 Crude Oil Won't Contribute to Interest Rate Hike
August PPI is higher than July but in-line with Wall Street estimates, says Kevin Hincks. Stocks still felt pressure following the release of the print.
Dow Jones Slips as PPI Inflation Accelerates
The Dow Jones (DJIA) is down 0.34% on Thursday following an inflation update from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). In August, the Producer Price Index (PPI) increased 5.4% year-over-year,…
US Producer Price Index Rises Most in Three Months on Energy Costs
The US producer price index for August rose 0.4% from the prior month and 5.4% from a year earlier. Initial jobless claims fell by 1,000 to 206,000 for the week ending September 5.
Producer-Price Inflation Accelerated Last Month
The producer-price index rose 0.4% in August, versus a 0.1% increase in July. The reading was in line with economists' forecasts.
Wholesale inflation rises by most in 3 months ahead of Fed interest-rate decision
It's the first of two major inflation reports this week that could influence the Fed's decision at its Sept. 16 meeting.
Stock Futures Fall as Investors Assess PPI Data and Rising Oil Prices
U.S. stock futures fell on Thursday morning, as investors assessed rising oil prices and August’s Producer Price Index (PPI) report. PPI rose 0.4% (seasonally adjusted) month-over-month in August, in ...
Wholesale inflation stirred up again by Iran conflict and higher oil prices
Wholesale costs in the U.S. jumped again in August, flogged by higher gasoline prices, in the first of two inflation reports that will dictate if the Federal Reserve raises interest rates next week.
Wholesale prices rose 0.4% in August, as expected
U.S. wholesale prices rose in August, according to a report Thursday that could play a key role in the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision.
Stocks Waver Ahead of PPI, Earnings, Brent Hits $102, Trump Vows Midterm Payout to Voters
US equity futures waver ahead of PPI data, Oracle earnings and a rate decision from the European Central Bank. Brent crude reaches $102 a barrel as Iran is said to be ready to intensify its counteratt...
Buy the Stocks Dip or Foldable iPhone? How to Spend Trump's $5,000 Handout.
Oil prices stay above $100, stoking stock market inflation fears; Macy's and other key earnings; and more news to start your day.
Investors are missing the good news right in front of them, this Wall Street strategist argues
Investors may have underappreciated just how strong second-quarter earnings were.
U.S. Imports Carry On Through Extended Peak Season
U.S. importers are sprinting to the finish of a prolonged peak season this year, the WSJ Logistics Report's Liz Young writes. The Global Port Tracker from the National Retail Federation and Hackett As...
Brent Crude Surges Past $102 as Escalating U.S.-Iran Conflict Drives Energy Inflation Concerns
Global crude oil prices (CM:CL) rose sharply on Thursday as escalating military conflict between the United States and Iran threatened Middle East energy supplies. Brent crude futures climbed to $102....
History shows the bar to disrupt AI is surprisingly high, says Bank of America
Bank of America argues that equity markets can withstand more severe bond market shocks than those witnessed so far in 2026 and that volatility may be better guide to risk than Treasury yields at pres...
Wall Street futures mixed ahead of key data: 5 things to know before market opens
US stock futures were mixed on Thursday as investors waited for producer-price data to test whether the recent selloff in bonds and equities has further to run. Dow futures rose over 100 points 0.21% ...
What Are Bond Yields ‘Saying' About Stocks?
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's bond-buyback plan looks like all hat and no cattle as yields flirt with multiyear highs. That hurt stocks for a second day Wednesday, but futures suggest a mixed ope...
Morning Bid: Forever war?
Energy and bond markets are on edge once again after U.S. President Donald Trump said the Iran war would not end until after November's midterm elections. That came amid the most intense attacks on G...
Stock Market News Today, September 10 – Futures Wobble Ahead of Key PPI Data
U.S. stock futures edged higher early Thursday as investors awaited August’s Producer Price Index (PPI) report. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones expect producer prices to rise 0.3% month-over-month an...
Stock Futures Rise, Treasury Yields Hold Near Highs as Oil Tops $101
U.S. stock futures edged higher and Brent continued to rise as investors positioned ahead of crucial U.S. inflation prints.
Treasury yields move higher as investors await key wholesale inflation data
Treasury yields moved higher on Thursday as traders await the release of U.S. wholesale inflation data.
'Fear gauge' VIX is starting to attract hedges into historically volatile part of calendar
There's heightened attention on both VIX and MOVE because they're signaling very different stories about risk across markets, according to Equity Armor Investments. Both the MOVE and VIX are around th...
Treasuries Dismiss President's Promise: 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."
This International Manager Is Betting Big on Banks and Energy, but Not Tech
Cole Smead's Smead International Value fund returned almost 50% in the past year. Why he favors Canadian oil-sands stocks and European banks.
Stock Futures Rise Ahead of Wholesale Inflation Data
U.S. stock futures edged higher early Thursday as traders awaited the release of August’s Producer Price Index (PPI) data. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones expect a 0.3% monthly increase and a 5.3%…
The ECB Could Tell Markets What Fed's Warsh Won't
The ECB is widely expected to raise its key interest rate to 2.5% from 2.25% on Thursday.
The Fed's next rate decision could hinge on Friday's inflation report—and whether August prices show inflation is finally cooling
Fed officials, increasingly divided over where rates should go, will be watching Friday's consumer inflation report closely.
Nikkei Falls 0.6%, Dragged by Construction, Retail Stocks
Japanese stocks were lower in early trade on rising concerns over the Iran war and higher energy costs.
Review & Preview: Oil Up, Market Down
The Iran war and a disappointing bond buyback announcement weighed down indexes.
Diesel prices hit another record high. If you're shocked, wait until you see your grocery bill.
The most important price in America is one most drivers never pay — and it reaches the CPI, the Fed and the European Central Bank in the same week.
Agather: More Texas Stock Exchange Announcements Coming
Elaine Agather, Global Vice Chair of JPMorgan Private Bank and Chairman of the Dallas Region for JPMorgan Chase & Co, says more Texas Stock Exchange announcements are expected the following week after...
U.S. Stock Futures Flat as Trades Await Key Inflation Readings
U.S. stock futures were flat Wednesday evening as traders waited for two key inflation reports due this week. Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DJIA) and the S&P 500 Index ($SPX) were up 0...
$100 oil isn't turning Cramer bearish on stocks. Here are 3 reasons why
CNBC's Jim Cramer said he's not ready to turn bearish despite mounting pressure from $100 oil and signs that higher gasoline prices are weighing on consumers. The "Mad Money" host pointed to strength ...
The bull market's biggest enemy right now could be Bessent's interventions
A stronger yen and higher Treasury yields could become a toxic combination for the bull market in stocks.
Bessent's Latest Buyback Move Leaves Investors Wanting More
Yields climb to fresh multiyear highs after the Treasury Department said it would buy back $6 billion of longer-term debt.
Dow falls 400 pts as oil tops $100 and treasury yields hit 2023 high
US stocks fell for a third straight session on Wednesday as rising oil prices and Treasury yields added to investor concerns over inflation and the Federal Reserve's interest-rate path. The Dow Jones ...
U.S. Stocks Fall as War Escalation, Oil Spike Continues
U.S. stocks extended their recent decline as the war in the Middle East continued to escalate and to drive up oil prices.
Stock Market Today: SPY, QQQ Slump as Oil Prices Reclaim $100, Treasury Yields Edge Higher
Both the S&P 500 ETF ($SPY) and the Nasdaq 100 ETF ($QQQ) closed lower on Wednesday. The S&P 500 ETF finished with a 0.47% loss, while the Nasdaq 100 ETF…
Bessent's political turn in GOP speech tests his bond-market credibility
Bessent's planned Republican midterm convention speech Wednesday evening would place him in an unusually partisan setting for a Treasury secretary. The Treasury Department is in the midst of interveni...
S&P 500 Top Stock Gainers Today, 9/9/26
The S&P 500 (SPX) fell 0.48% on Wednesday alongside rising oil prices and elevated Treasury yields. Let’s break down the sectors behind the performance. Today’s Top-Performing Sector Energy was the to...
Treasury to buy back up to $6B in longer-term debt as bond yields hit highest level since 2023
The Treasury Department's $6 billion buyback of 10-year notes and 20-year bonds failed to calm markets as yields surged to levels unseen since 2023.
Fed and Treasury at Odds
Summary Fed Chairman Warsh signaled that rate hikes are needed to improve its price stability mandate. The US Treasury's plan to buy long maturities is a short-term fix for a growing unmanageable prob...
The Fed May Hike, But This Is Not 2022
Last week's upside surprise in payrolls underscored the resilience of the labor market despite growing concerns that AI-driven productivity gains could weaken hiring. The strength in the most recent l...
Navigating the risk of a market correction: The Investment Committee weighs in
The Investment Committee debate whether the risk of a correction is rising in the markets and how you should trade it.
Dow Jones Forecast: August Warning Triggers Breakdown, 43,047–47,437 Support in Focus
The Dow Jones broke key support after August's rare warning, raising correction risks as Elliott Wave analysis points toward the 43,047–47,437 support zone in coming months.
10-Year Treasury Yield Jumps to 35-Month High Despite $6 Billion Buyback Announcement
The 10-year Treasury yield is up 2.5 basis points to 4.829% on Wednesday, marking its highest level in 35 months, or since October 2023. The yield rose despite the Treasury…
Bidders Pounce on 10-Year Notes as Auction Achieves Highest Yield Since 2007
Investors pounced on rising rates, buying 10-year Treasury notes at the highest yield achieved at an auction in 19 years.
Stocks Waver at Start of Week Filled With Key Inflation Data | September 8
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Dow Jones Today: DJIA Slumps as Oil Rallies above $100; Treasury Yields Climb
The Dow Jones (DJIA) is down 0.68% on Wednesday as the U.S.-Iran war continues to boost oil prices. On Tuesday evening, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said it had destroyed five…
Fed rate hike hinges on two key inflation reports in the next two days
Consumer and wholesale prices are rising again. Just how bad does it have to get for the Fed to act?
Investors worried about rising bond yields are keeping a close eye on this corner of the market
Small-capitalization stocks are back in the market's spotlight after sliding below a key chart level, as investors watch for signs that rising global bond yields could put more pressure on equities.
Treasury Plans $6 Billion in Debt Repurchases to Battle Rising Yields
Bond yields rose after the announcement, suggesting investors were underwhelmed by the size of the purchases.
10-Year Yield Surges on U.S. Treasury Buyback: What's Next for Equities & Fed
The U.S. Treasury announced it will buy back $6 billion in longer-dated debt effective Thursday, a headline that spiked the 10-year Treasury yield to highs not seen since the end of 2023. Eddie Ghabou...
U.S. Treasury Plans $6 Billion 10- to 20-Year Bond Buyback
The U.S. Treasury raised the size of its planned buyback operation for Treasurys maturing in 10 to 20 years to $6 billion, triple the typical amount.
Treasury to buy back more government bonds than previously announced
The Treasury Department said it would buy back $6 billion in government debt, exceeding the amount previously announced as an effort to contain yields.
Yields Rise to New Highs After $6 Billion Treasury Buyback Announcement
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will up the department's long-term bond purchase operation to $6 billion.
Treasury Department to buy back $6 billion in longer-term debt, triple the normal level
Treasury Department to buy back $6 billion in longer-term debt, triple the normal level
Why Are Gold and Silver Up Today, 9/9/26?
Both gold (XAUUSD) and silver (XAGUSD) are trading higher on Wednesday. Over the past 24 hours, gold and silver are up 1.57% and 3.51%, respectively. A softer U.S. dollar is…
Every AI giant had a bear market. The S&P hid it.
Gina Martin Adams, chief market strategist at HB Wealth, points out that every single hyperscaler has been through a bear market over the past year, and nobody talks about it because the index kept ri...
Stocks Fall as Brent Tops $100 Ahead of Key Inflation Data
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Silver Lake merges Cegid and Silae in €10 billion bet on AI-era software
Private equity fund Silver Lake plans on merging two of its software firms in a 10 billion euro ($11.6 billion) tie-up. French firms Cegid, which sells business management software, and Silae, a payro...
Morgan Stanley's Mike Wilson Says We're Still in a Bull Market
Morgan Stanley Chief US Equity Strategist Mike Wilson says we're still in a bull market, but higher oil prices and interest rates are a risk to stocks. He says investors should continue to own energy ...
More Money Than They Ever Imagined—and No Clue How to Spend It
Share sales at OpenAI and Anthropic minted hundreds of millionaires. They're splurging on computer hardware and espresso machines.
Dow opens 280 pts lower as oil tops $100, fueling Fed rate hike concerns
US stocks fell on Wednesday as oil prices climbed above $100 a barrel, raising concerns about inflation and the Federal Reserve's interest-rate path. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 288 points w...
Nasdaq, Dow & S&P 500 Forecast: Rising Yields Pressure Stocks
U.S. indices weaken as yields rise, with the Dow breaking its 50-day EMA and the S&P 500 approaching key support at 7,600.
A Quieter Kind of AI Breakthrough
Good morning. Here is a reminder that not everything about artificial intelligence concerns the race for market share or which AI agent went rogue.
5 Things to Know Before the Stock Market Opens on Wednesday
Stock futures are pointing to a lower open Wednesday as the Iran war and inflation fears continue to weigh on market sentiment; Brent crude oil futures topped $100 a barrel this morning for the first ...
Bessent bond plan details to be revealed as Treasury secretary warns FX traders he's 'the house now'
The Treasury Department on Wednesday will announced the size of a buyback operation it is slated to begin on long-dated U.S. debt. While a prior announcement indicated the total would be at least $4 b...
Dow futures tumble over 300 points: 5 things to know before Wall Street opens
US stock futures slipped on Wednesday as Brent crude briefly broke above $100 a barrel for the first time since July, pushing Treasury yields higher and reviving inflation concerns before key price da...
Shipping Nations Warn of Structural Shift in Global Trade
A group of the 18 biggest shipping countries warned that global conflicts, trade restrictions and chokepoints were raising costs and spreading uncertainty across global supply chains, The Wall Street ...
Fearless US stock market vulnerable to shocks as midterms loom
With two months until the U.S. midterm elections, the options market is showing a potentially toxic mix of fragility and fearlessness, with some analysts worried markets are ill-prepared to absorb an...
Demand for riskier mortgages rises again, along with interest rates
The ARM share of total mortgage application rose to 8.5% The average contract interest rate last week for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances increased to 6.85% from 6.79%
Morning Bid: Tit for tat
Tit for tat is the mood of the moment, with oil prices surpassing $100 per barrel for the first time since July after fresh back-and-forth exchanges in the Iran war, while U.S. bans on some Canadian i...
'I am the house': Scott Bessent's challenge to traders
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent challenges the market to doubt the yen's room to run, as it continues its march higher post-intervention.