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AI inflation is putting even more pressure on the Fed. Could higher interest rates be next?

One thing the Federal Reserve could always count on to keep inflation low was falling prices for computers, cell phones and other high-tech stuff — but not anymore.

2 hours ago - Market Watch

Inflation Is Cooling. But is 2% Out of Reach?

BlackRock's Rick Rieder says the latest CPI report gave markets reason to celebrate, but inflation remains above the Fed's 2% target. He argues the economy is now “in the ballpark” and that raising ov...

3 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

These two developments can stop US stocks relentless surge in 2026

US stocks have been charging higher with remarkably little resistance in 2026, repeatedly shrugging off inflation worries, geopolitical risks and elevated borrowing costs. The benchmark S&P 500 index ...

3 hours ago - Invezz

This old-school way of investing money is better than ever — even in the age of AI and mega-IPOs

The “golden ratio” for portfolio construction — 60% stocks, 40% bonds — works again, but after a few tweaks,

4 hours ago - Market Watch

The ‘Hindenburg Omen' keeps flashing. Should investors worry about a stock-market crash?

Among the more popular indicators monitored by Wall Street's technical strategists, the “Hindenburg Omen” definitely has the coolest name — and is among the more controversial.

4 hours ago - Market Watch

Weak retail report shouldn't be a concern yet, expert argues

SlateStone Wealth chief market strategist Kenny Polcari discusses why retail numbers unexpectedly tumbled on ‘Maria Bartiromo's Wall Street.' #fox #foxbusiness #media #breakingnews #us #usa #new #news...

5 hours ago - Fox Business

Review & Preview: Headline Fatigue

Zen. The S&P 500 pulled back a touch from its record high today, but the index still wrapped a third-straight week of gains.

15 hours ago - Barrons

Institutional investors reveal cautious approach to tech favorites in US quarterly 13F filings

Institutional investors pulled back slightly from key stock market segments such as semiconductors, AI infrastructure and megacap technology companies during the second quarter, with few big bets in e...

17 hours ago - Reuters

Volatile Week for Equity Markets | 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.

17 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Consumers are not what will hold market rally back, says PNC's Yung-Yu Ma

Yung-Yu Ma, PNC Asset Management chief investment strategist, Max Kettner, HSBC chief multi-asset strategist, and Ed Clissold, Ned Davis Research, joins 'Closing Bell' to talk the week's market action...

17 hours ago - CNBC Television

Market Close: Stocks Lower, Small Caps Rise, OpenAI Talent Exodus • 8/14/26

CNBC Business News Update with Jessica Ettinger - Markets & Business News With Expert Analysis From Top Business Names. Visit CNBC.com For More.

18 hours ago - CNBC Television

New York Fed finds credit card and auto loan delinquencies remain elevated

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York reports 4.7% of outstanding consumer debt is delinquent, with credit cards and auto loans at elevated levels.

18 hours ago - Fox Business

U.S. Stocks Down After Retail Sales Data

U.S. stocks fell after weak retail sales data tempered enthusiasm about the artificial-intelligence boom that has driven major indexes to record highs.

18 hours ago - WSJ

Consumer Warning Lights

There were fresh signs of consumer weakness on Friday. U.S. retail sales fell by 0.6% in July, falling short of the 0.1% increase that economists had expected. Analysts said the decline could partly b...

19 hours ago - WSJ

Dow closes lower as Applied Materials leads semiconductor selloff

US stocks ended lower on Friday as investors locked in profits following a record-setting rally, while weaker-than-expected retail sales data and renewed pressure on semiconductor shares weighed on se...

19 hours ago - Invezz

Stock Market Today: SPY, QQQ Stumble as Consumer Sentiment Slips and Retail Sales Slide

Both the S&P 500 ETF ($SPY) and the Nasdaq 100 ETF ($QQQ) finished Friday in the red following two negative economic data points. News That Moved the Stock Market Today…

19 hours ago - TipRanks

Chasing Stocks As Damaging As Selling At Bottom: Wilson

Mike Wilson, chief US equity strategist & chief investment officer at Morgan Stanley, joins Scarlet Fu and Tom Keene on "Bloomberg Money." They discuss how long-term investors should approach their po...

19 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

S&P 500 Top Stock Gainers Today, 8/14/26

The S&P 500 (SPX) closed lower on Friday following a decline in consumer sentiment and weaker-than-expected retail sales. Let’s break down the sectors behind the performance. Today’s Top-Performing Se...

19 hours ago - TipRanks

Consumer Slows, Inflation Impacts Midterm Voters: Money Roundtable

Bloomberg's Lily Meier, Isabelle Lee, and Joe Mathieu joins Scarlet Fu and Tom Keene on "Bloomberg Money." They discuss voter turnout in the midterm elections amid the affordability crisis, US retail ...

19 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Fed’s Goolsbee Calls for Patience as Inflation Cools

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago President Austan Goolsbee said Friday that recent indications of cooling inflation are encouraging. However, he would like to see additional evidence in the coming mont...

20 hours ago - TipRanks

Readers Weigh In on the Risks of Investing in Funds Promising Pre-IPO Shares

A WSJ article last week featured an investor still trying to figure out what happened to his SpaceX fund investment. Many readers said they were in similar situations.

20 hours ago - WSJ

More Trump Tariffs Are Coming—and They Could Look Different

The Trump administration's new drone tariffs show how its trade strategy is shifting toward targeted duties, stricter rules of origin, and tougher enforcement.

21 hours ago - Barrons

Think interest rates are high now? These charts offers a different perspective.

Also in Weekend Reads: 10 remarkable housing markets, stock picks, and health-insurance battles.

21 hours ago - Market Watch

Stock Market Week Ahead: Prepare for Major Retailer Earnings and Fed Minutes

The trading week ended August 7 provided another action-packed stretch for investors. Earnings season rolled on, with Cisco ($CSCO), Nebius ($NBIS), and CoreWeave ($CRWV) reporting their numbers. In a...

21 hours ago - TipRanks

The Joy of Markets: Wall Street Bathes in the Light, but Darkness Is Creeping In

Stocks are flying off the shelves, but bonds are warning of massive economic and inflation risks.

22 hours ago - Barrons

Dow Jones Today: DJIA Wavers on Weak Retail Sales as Consumer Sentiment Sinks

The Dow Jones (DJIA) is trading lower on Friday following weaker-than-expected retail sales and declining consumer sentiment. Retail sales declined 0.6% in July, reversing June’s 0.2% increase and fal...

22 hours ago - TipRanks

Market Midday: Stocks Fall, Consumer Sentiment & Retail Sales Disappoint • 8/14/25

CNBC Business News Update with Jessica Ettinger - Markets & Business News With Expert Analysis From Top Business Names. Visit CNBC.com For More.

23 hours ago - CNBC Television

Still trying to time the stock market? This chart shows why it's tougher than you think.

The “fear of missing out” and “fear of topping out” may drive you to make mistakes.

23 hours ago - Market Watch

Investors Confident in Economy as Hedging Activity Slides

@CharlesSchwab's Joe Mazzola addresses the slight downturn in July retail sales and what the weakness means for the economy. With hedging at significant lows, Joe says investors are confident in the c...

23 hours ago - Schwab Network

Week Ahead for FX, Bonds: Fed Minutes, China Data in Focus

Minutes to the recent Federal Reserve meeting, where U.S. interest rates were left on hold, will be closely monitored for any clues on whether rates could rise next month.

23 hours ago - WSJ

Flock Cameras CEO Says They Want to Balance Safety and Privacy

Garrett Langley, Flock Safety CEO and founder, talks about rolling out new guardrails to enhance privacy protections and reduce instances of abuse. Some police officers have been accused of misusing t...

23 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Risk Management Is Real Diversification

For decades, the investment industry has promoted diversification as the answer to risk. Own stocks. Own bonds. Add a few additional asset classes. Rebalance periodically. The assumption was simple: d...

1 day ago - ETF Trends

Retail sales unexpectedly drop for first time in 9 months — making it difficult for Fed to hike rates

The unexpected decline in retail sales was also payback after Amazon pulled forward its Prime Day event to June from July and a retreat in gasoline prices.

1 day ago - New York Post

Economic Optimism Falls For First Time In 3 Months—As Republican Sentiment Nears 2-Year Low

Views on the U.S. economy fell unexpectedly in August, ending two months of improvement after the war in Iran lowered economic optimism to a record low, according to a widely tracked University of Mic...

1 day ago - Forbes

Why Is the Stock Market Down Today, 8/14/26?

After climbing to a new all-time high yesterday, the S&P 500 (SPX) is taking a breather and is trading lower on Friday. The Nasdaq 100 (NDX) is in the red…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Consumer Sentiment Has Dropped in August, per Michigan Survey

Consumers' economic mood is weaker this month versus July, according to preliminary results from the University of Michigan's monthly survey.

1 day ago - WSJ

U.S. Consumer Sentiment Tumbles as Republican Confidence Sours

The University of Michigan’s Index of Consumer Sentiment snapped a two-month growth streak in August, falling to a preliminary reading of 51.0 from 55.2 in July. That was well below the consensus…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Market Open: Stocks Mixed, S&P Eyes 3rd Winning Week, Retail Sales Disappoint • 8/14/26

CNBC Business News Update with Jessica Ettinger - Markets & Business News With Expert Analysis From Top Business Names.

1 day ago - CNBC Television

AI Building Boom Needs $2 Trillion In Debt—And Wall Street May Not Cover Half, Analyst Says

$220 billion. That's the highest capital spending projection among “Magnificent Seven” companies, with Amazon taking the top spot ahead of Alphabet ($205 billion) and Microsoft ($175 billion).

1 day ago - Forbes

Sales at U.S. retailers slid in July, the latest in a string of weaker reports prompting a rethink about an economy that had looked to be only accelerating this spring

Economists had expected a small increase in retail sales, but July brought surprisingly sour news.

1 day ago - WSJ

Get Ready for This Social Media Giant to Join the S&P 500

On Thursday evening, S&P Global ($SPGI) announced that Reddit ($RDDT) will join the S&P 500 (SPX), effective August 18. Reddit will replace AvalonBay Communities ($AVB). The replacement came after Equ...

1 day ago - TipRanks

US Retail Sales Drop More Than Expected in July

US retail sales fell in July by the most in more than a year as consumers pulled back on purchases at online stores and auto dealers. Sales dropped by 0.6%, the forecast was for a 0.1% gain.

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Dow Jones Slips on Major Retail Sales Miss

The Dow Jones (DJIA) opened Friday in the red following a weaker-than-expected retail sales print. Retail sales fell 0.6% month-over-month in July, down from 0.2% in June and badly missing…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Odds of a Fed Rate Hike May Rise, Emanuel Says

Julian Emanuel, Evercore ISI chief equity & quantitative strategist, says the odds of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike may keep rising ahead of the next decision that comes in September. Emanuel s...

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

5 Things to Know Before the Stock Market Opens on Friday

Stock futures are steady Friday after the S&P 500 closed at a record high yesterday; semiconductor stocks are on the cusp of entering a bull market; Reddit stock is popping on news of its inclusion in...

1 day ago - Investopedia

Retail Sales Fell Last Month

Retailers' sales fell by 0.6% last month to $763.6 billion, versus the 0.2% growth recorded in June.

1 day ago - WSJ

Why Soaring Profit Margins Might Not Be So Sweet

Some companies deserve the praise and attention that investors are giving them. Ones whose growing margins come from cutting their labor force don't, Amir Goren writes.

1 day ago - Barrons

Retail sales slump in July. Cheaper gas and Amazon-Prime hangover are the chief culprits.

Sales at U.S. retailers fell in July for the first time in 14 months, but not because the economy sputtered. Americans spent less at gas stations because of cheaper fuel and they bought less online af...

1 day ago - Market Watch

Futures Trade Mixed after the S&P 500 Tops 7,800 for the First Time

U.S. stock futures trended mixed on Friday morning after the S&P 500 Index (SPX) hit a record high yesterday. The benchmark crossed the 7,800 level for the first time on Thursday,…

1 day ago - TipRanks

US long-term borrowing costs rise to 25-year high, as inflation fears hit bond sale – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest and economic news, as US sells 30-year bonds at highest borrowing costs since 2001

1 day ago - The Guardian

U.S. national debt about to reach bleak $40 trillion milestone — and it's likely hit $50 trillion soon

Bank of America's chief equity strategist Michael Hartnett, expects that debt milestone will be reached by 2029. That's creating some preferences for stocks over bonds.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Wall Street's Fear Gauge Goes Silent. It's Worth Listening To.

Market volatility readings are in deep retreat. That could be a concern.

1 day ago - Barrons

Investors should diversify equity exposure beyond AI trade, says Schroders' Adam Farstrup

Adam Farstrup, Schroders head of multi-asset for the Americas, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, state of the AI boom, how to diversify from the AI trade, and more.

1 day ago - CNBC Television

A Big Inflation Risk Still Looms for Stock Markets

Applied Materials forecast fails to dazzle, White House to crack down on tariff evasion, the shipping world is in chaos, and more news to start your day.

1 day ago - Barrons

Rates are at multiyear highs, yet stocks hit fresh records. Here's how long the defiance may last.

The relationship between bond yields and equities has turned negative again, says LPL Financial

1 day ago - Market Watch

The financial week in five charts: Bank boom, aluminium squeeze and smart freight

Every Friday, Reuters Open Interest (ROI) distills the financial week into five key charts, spotlighting the major trends, surprises and overlooked moves that defined the past ​five days.

1 day ago - Reuters

Companies Have Rarely Had Such Great Expectations

A rate rise next month looks increasingly unlikely, and that's boosting stocks. Data this week on consumer and producer prices have shifted bets in the Fed Funds futures market, which now suggest a ne...

1 day ago - WSJ

A new report led by White House trade adviser Peter Navarro estimates illegal transshipment has cost the U.S. around $19 billion to $26 billion in annual tariff revenue

A new report estimates illegal transshipment has cost the U.S. an estimated $19 billion to $26 billion in annual tariff revenue.

1 day ago - WSJ

Stock Market News Today, 8/14/26 – Futures Mixed after S&P 500 Hits Record High

U.S. stock futures traded mixed ahead of Friday’s session after the S&P 500 hit a record high of 7,816.70 on Thursday. July’s Producer Price Index (PPI) remained unchanged from June,…

1 day ago - TipRanks

We've entered the AI monetization phase, says Dan Ives

Dan Ives, partner and senior managing director at Yorkville Ives, tells CNBC that the latest tech earnings show artificial intelligence is entering its monetization phase, as hyperscalers and frontier...

1 day ago - CNBC International TV

The $121 Billion in One-Time Gains Boosting Big Tech's Profits

Gains on investments in companies like Anthropic are inflating earnings at some of the biggest technology companies.

1 day ago - WSJ

Treasury yields rise as U.S. threatens Iran with more economic sanctions

The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for U.S. government borrowing — rose 2 basis points to 4.661%.

1 day ago - CNBC

Stock Market Today: S&P Futures Steady After Record Close

The S&P 500 is on track to end the week close to a record high after a boost from slowing inflation and some AI-related stocks.

1 day ago - WSJ

U.S. inflation continues to cool

U.S. inflation concerns ease with producer prices coming in unchanged for July, cutting the odds for a September Fed hike. South Korea's KOSPI surges further following last month's sell-off.

1 day ago - CNBC International TV

U.S. Futures Fall; Gold on Track for Weekly Loss

U.S. futures were lower after climbing in the previous session on soft inflation data that gave fresh hopes the Fed would hold interest rates at its meeting next month.

1 day ago - WSJ

Asian refiners buy more US crude as Hormuz remains blocked, traders say

At least four Asian refiners bought U.S. crude this week, as the Strait of Hormuz remained effectively closed ​and refiners sought alternative supplies for delivery later this year, ‌traders said.

1 day ago - Reuters

Summer Markets Make Stocks Happy: 3-Minutes MLIV

Guy Johnson, Tom Mackenzie and Mark Cudmore break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade."

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

China-U.S. divide evolves: Expert warns full ban on Chinese AI models could cross Beijing's red line

George Chen of the Asia Group said while the U.S.-China competition has spurred AI innovation, both sides should pursue “co-opetition” by cooperating on critical issues such as AI safety. He also said...

1 day ago - CNBC International TV

Risks Swirl Amid Rising US Bond Yields: Market Snapshot

An auction of 10-year and 30-year US treasuries lured decent appetite from investors demanding more compensation to finance the US government. The sales followed a subdued core inflation print, easing...

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Is the K-Shaped Economy a Thing Anymore?

The gap between the rich and everyone else, it seems, has narrowed.

1 day ago - Barrons

Bonds Got Scorched This Summer. 3 Things That Could Make Fall More Miserable.

Treasuries have been in a funk since June. If the selloff doesn't stop, things could really go off the rails for stocks, the midterm elections, and the Fed.

1 day ago - Barrons

Stock Futures Steady after S&P 500’s Record Gain

U.S. stock futures traded near the flatline ahead of Friday’s session after the S&P 500 hit a record high of 7,816.70 on Thursday. The July Producer Price Index (PPI) was…

1 day ago - TipRanks

The Bulls and Bears Are at Each Other's Throats. Why the Bulls Have an Advantage.

Both the yeas and the nays agree that earnings growth has been stellar. But what underpins that strength is a matter of debate.

1 day ago - Barrons

Trump Announces Drone Tariffs to Protect National Security, Bolster U.S. Supply Chains

The White House said the drone tariff program will protect the security of the U.S. and its defense and defense-adjacent industrial base.

1 day ago - WSJ

White House says transshipped goods cost $19 billion to $26 billion in lost tariffs

The White House on Thursday said in a report the U.S. is losing some $19 billion to $26 billion in annual tariff revenue ​to goods, largely from China, that are transshipped through third ‌countries t...

1 day ago - Reuters

Thursday's "Everything Rally:" Tech's New Strength Bolsters Stock Market

@MoneyFlowsCom's Alec Young breaks down Thursday's "everything rally," highlighting the expanding breadth of the market as technology, cyclicals and rate-sensitive sectors push stocks to new highs. He...

1 day ago - Schwab Network

U.S. Stock Futures Hold Steady After a Strong Session

U.S. stock futures were steady Thursday evening after a strong trading session, with the S&P 500 Index and the Nasdaq Composite on track for a third straight weekly gain. Futures…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Cramer says investors shouldn't let past market crashes scare them out of today's winners

CNBC's Jim Cramer warned investors against relying too heavily on historical comparisons, arguing that doing so can cause them to miss what has fundamentally changed. He pointed to Nvidia, Cisco, and ...

1 day ago - CNBC

Markets are looking eerily calm as investors chase FOMO rally

By nearly every headline measure, investors have never looked more relaxed in a year not short of wild rides. But that calm may not be as reassuring as it looks.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Jeremy Siegel: If oil stays near $80 there's no way the Fed raises rates in September

Jeremy Siegel, WisdomTree chief economist, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss the recent earnings momentum, if investors are too bullish and much more.

1 day ago - CNBC Television

Market fundamentals still matter, even if everyone is watching earnings, says BlackRock's Mike Pyle

Mike Pyle, BlackRock, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk the day's market action.

1 day ago - CNBC Television

Kudlow: The inflationistas are proven wrong — again

FOX Business host Larry Kudlow says recent data shows disinflation setting in on ‘Kudlow.' #fox #media #breakingnews #us #usa #new #news #breaking #foxbusiness #kudlow #larrykudlow #inflation #disinfl...

1 day ago - Fox Business

Cool Inflation Data Propels Stocks to Fresh Records

Wall Street now expects the Federal Reserve to hold rates steady next month.

1 day ago - WSJ

US court backs Trump's power to close 'de minimis' tariff exemption

The U.S. Court of International Trade on Thursday ruled in favor of President ‌Donald Trump's 2025 decision to rescind a "de minimis" exemption for tariffs on some imports of less than $800, a rare wi...

1 day ago - Reuters

Dow rises as S&P 500 closes at record high on softer inflation, tech gains

US stocks ended higher on Thursday, with the S&P 500 closing at a fresh record as easing inflation data, falling oil prices and continued strength in technology shares lifted investor sentiment. The S...

1 day ago - Invezz

Stocks Hit New Highs on Inflation Relief

Another inflation reading came in cool. The producer-price index, which measures wholesale prices, was flat in July after falling by 0.1% in June. Analysts surveyed by The Wall Street Journal were exp...

1 day ago - WSJ

These charts show why stocks keep rallying. Profit margins are the highest on record

S&P 500's net profit margin is running at 16.9%, on pace for the highest since FactSet began tracking the metric in 2009. At sector levels, margins have been improving across most of the market in com...

1 day ago - CNBC

Stock Market Today: SPY Climbs to Record High as PPI Inflation Sends Rate Hike Odds Tumbling

Both the S&P 500 ETF ($SPY) and the Nasdaq 100 ETF ($QQQ) closed higher on Thursday, with the former setting a new intraday all-time high. News That Moved the Stock…

1 day ago - TipRanks

S&P 500 Top Stock Gainers Today, 8/13/26

The S&P 500 (SPX) rallied to a new intraday record high on Thursday following a cooler-than-expected Producer Price Index (PPI) update. Let’s break down the sectors behind the performance. Today’s Top...

1 day ago - TipRanks

Trade court upholds Trump's closure of 'de minimis' loophole

A federal trade court upheld President Donald Trump's elimination of the "de minimis" loophole, which allowed low-value goods to be imported to the U.S. tax free. Trump, a major proponent of tariffs a...

1 day ago - CNBC

A Market Ahead of Its Economy

Key Takeaways The market is unusually disconnected from today's economy. The market is focused on the future of AI rather than the near-term economy.

1 day ago - ETF Trends

Japan On Possible Yen Intervention Watch

Bloomberg's Anya Andrianova joins Emily Graffeo on "Real Yield." The yen remains within striking distance of a crucial level against the dollar, even after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's government w...

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Why Are Gold and Silver Down Today, 8/13/26?

Both gold (XAUUSD) and silver (XAGUSD) are trading lower on Thursday, causing confusion from some investors given that a cooler-than-expected Producer Price Index (PPI) update sank rate hike odds even...

1 day ago - TipRanks

Inflation Holds Steady, Rate Hike Odds Retreat

For a market braced for an inflation surprise, July's CPI report provided none of the sort. Core CPI rose 0.2% and headline CPI increased 0.1%, both matching expectations.

1 day ago - ETF Trends

U.S. Mortgage Rates Dip For First Time in Six Weeks

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) clocked in at 6.67%, down from 6.69% a week ago, Freddie Mac (FMCC) said on Thursday. This marks the first decline in six weeks. However,…

1 day ago - TipRanks

How the SEC Could Clear the Way for 24/7 Stock Trading

Crypto firms have already dabbled in tokenized stocks, though they're prevented from offering them to U.S. investors except in limited cases.

1 day ago - Barrons

Mortgage rates fall for first time in 6 weeks

The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.67%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.69%.

1 day ago - Fox Business

Why September is the worst month of the year for the stock market

Investors need to be on their guard against the pumpkin-spice latte effect, which is about to rear its ugly head.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Dow Jones Today: DJIA Reverses Gains on Jobless Claims Growth as PPI Inflation Comes in Cool

The Dow Jones (DJIA) is trading slightly lower on Thursday after opening the trading session in the green. Initial jobless claims work the week ended August 8 were higher than…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Flock to Add Safeguards to AI Surveillance Tools After Backlash

The surveillance-technology company has faced criticism over the risks of police abuse of its AI-enabled camera system.

1 day ago - WSJ

Rate Hikes "Won't Derail" Stock Market & Crypto's Midterm Elections Catalyst

PPI continued the trend CPI by signaling inflation is cooling. @CharlesSchwab's Kevin Gordon expects the Fed to hold interest rates in its next meeting with current data in mind.

1 day ago - Schwab Network

Why Is the Stock Market Up Today, 8/13/26?

Both the S&P 500 (SPX) and the Nasdaq 100 (NDX) are rallying higher on Thursday, with the former climbing above 7,800 for the first time. Equities received a boost after…

2 days ago - TipRanks

Cleveland Fed President Says Central Bank Must ‘Act Now' to Bring Down Inflation

Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack has called out the high level and persistence of inflation.

2 days ago - Barrons

Dan Ives Talks New Moves in the AI Revolution

After leaving Wedbush, Dan Ives has launched a new merchant bank that he says will deliver the same research he's known for, but with people who want to innovate and grow in this "Fourth Industrial Re...

2 days ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Fed’s Hammack Urges Officials to “Act Now” on Higher Rates

Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack said Thursday that the central bank should raise interest rates in order to bring inflation down to the 2% range. “My view is that we…

2 days ago - TipRanks

Morning Call Sheet: AI price wars collide with cooling inflation

Steve Grasso, CEO of Grasso Global, Peter Tchir, Head of Macro Strategy at Academy Securities, and Jose Torres, Senior Economist at Interactive Brokers, discuss AI price wars, cooling inflation, Fed c...

2 days ago - CNBC Television

US PPI Cools More Than Expected, Easing Pressure on Fed

US wholesale inflation decelerated in July by more than estimated as energy and food costs fell, likely giving the Federal Reserve more time to assess price pressures at upcoming meetings. Initial job...

2 days ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Dow opens higher as softer PPI and falling oil lift Wall Street mood

US stocks opened higher on Thursday as easing oil prices and softer-than-expected producer inflation boosted investor sentiment, strengthening expectations that the Federal Reserve will leave interest...

2 days ago - Invezz

PPI Follows CPI Trend of Cooling Inflation: What Does it Mean for Fed?

More reprieve for investors worried about inflation hit the tape Thursday morning when PPI came in cooler than expected. Kevin Hincks takes a deep dive into the report and points to key metrics signal...

2 days ago - Schwab Network

U.S. Enlists Private Sector in Cyber Battle

Good morning. Citing a growing threat posed by transnational criminal organizations, President Trump on Wednesday signed a memorandum that enlists the help of the private sector.

2 days ago - WSJ

Fed should raise rates to restrain growth and inflation, Hammack says

Cleveland Federal Reserve Bank President Beth Hammack on Thursday reiterated ​her view that the U.S. central ‌bank should raise rates immediately to bring down too-high inflation and restrain business...

2 days ago - Reuters

Kaplan on Rate Hikes, Warsh at Jackson Hole

Former Dallas Fed President and Goldman Sachs Vice Chair Robert Kaplan says the Federal Reserve was right to hold rates in July. He also says Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh needs to give some more details a...

2 days ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

U.S. Jobless Claims Rose Again Last Week

The number of people who filed for unemployment benefits was 209,000 in the week through Aug. 8, higher than the 204,000 claims expected by economists.

2 days ago - WSJ

5 Things to Know Before the Stock Market Opens on Thursday

Stock futures are slightly higher as investors await the release of more inflation data; the Producer Price Index report is expected to show that wholesale inflation picked up last month; Anthropic is...

2 days ago - Investopedia

U.S. Producer-Price Index Unchanged in July

The producer-price index was flat in July, after falling by 0.1% in June, as energy prices edged down, the Labor Department said.

2 days ago - WSJ

Wholesale inflation flattens out in July and price pressure ease

Wholesale prices were flat in July and inflation pressures in the guts of the economy also eased, adding to recent evidence of a slowdown in the rising cost of living.

2 days ago - Market Watch

Wholesale prices were flat in July, below expectations for 0.2% increase

The producer price index was flat in July compared to expectations for a 0.2% increase. Core PPI rose 0.2%, below the 0.3% forecast. PPI measures wholesale inflation and was the latest measure to show...

2 days ago - CNBC

China expert Gordon Chang predicts how war in East Asia could begin

Gordon Chang joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss China's military buildup, Russia's support, AI cyberattack threats to Taiwan, and the race for AI dominance involving NVIDIA and COMAC's challenge t...

2 days ago - Fox Business

The AI boom is not just driving stocks — it's also moving the foreign-exchange market

Interest-rate differentials, inflation trends and trade balances are usually thought of as drivers of foreign-exchange movement — but increasingly, the drivers in the currency market are companies loo...

2 days ago - Market Watch

Open USD & the Repricing of Stablecoin Economics

The consortium behind Open USD is not competing on demand. It is competing on who keeps the reserve income.

2 days ago - ETF Trends