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Asian stocks extend global rout; bonds hammered as war drags on
Asian stock markets were swept up in a global rout on Friday, tracking Wall Street lower as the threat of a protracted energy shock out of the war-torn Middle East sent borrowing costs spiralling hi...
The Private-Credit Industry's Trouble: Surging Redemptions, Slower Fundraising
Investors are debating what the data shows about the health of private credit.
Review & Preview: Nasdaq In Correction
A storm of negative headlines, in addition to Iran, sent a wide range of tech stocks tumbling.
Fed's Perli: Monthly Pace of Treasury Purchases Likely to Be ‘Significantly Reduced' After Mid-April
The Federal Reserve is on track to significantly reduce its monthly purchases of government bonds after mid-April, according to Fed markets official Roberto Perli.
Apollo's Torsten Slok: A Fed rate hike is still 'extremely unlikely'
Torsten Slok, Apollo Global Management, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk the state of the U.S. economy and what is ahead for the Federal Reserve.
Sen. Warren rips Federal Reserve chair pick Kevin Warsh: 'You have learned nothing from your failures'
Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., told Federal Reserve chair nominee Kevin Warsh she expects he would serve as a "rubber stamp for President Trump's Wall Street First Agenda" if confirmed for that post.
Middle East Conflict Drags Nasdaq Into a Correction
Investors are losing faith in a quick end to the war in Iran. Major U.S. stock indexes slumped on Thursday and oil prices surged past $100 a barrel again as efforts to end the conflict showed few sign...
Stocks Selloff Amid Iran Ceasefire Doubts | The Closing Bell
Watch comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the U.S. market close on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Katie Greifeld, Bailey Lipschultz, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Doubts...
US markets see biggest slump since start of US-Israel war on Iran
US markets saw their biggest slump since the start of the US-Israel war with Iran on Thursday as Donald Trump said the conflict's impact on oil prices had not been as bad as he expected.
Iran war could push inflation higher this year, Goldman Sachs says
Goldman Sachs economists see inflation moving higher this year than in their previous forecast amid the oil price shock caused by the Iran war's impact on global oil supplies.
Nasdaq falls into correction territory and Trump pauses plans to attack Iranian energy infrastructure
Trump said he would pause attacking Iran's energy infrastructure for 10 days late on Thursday as stocks tumbled
Thursday's Final Takeaways: Recession Odds Increase & Fed's Uphill Inflation Fight
Lasting uncertainty continues to batter Wall Street — and the FOMC as crude oil's rally makes it harder to fight inflation. Marley Kayden and Sam Vadas talk about the latest on energy volatility and h...
Stock traders are wary of this market — and retail investors should be too
S&P 500 is trying to rally, but geopolitical and economic realities stand in the way.
The Fed could struggle if U.S. enters stagflation due to Iran war: Ed Yardeni
Ed Yardeni, President of Yardeni Research, raises concerns about the potential for a stagflationary situation to arise if the Iran war persists, and how the Federal Reserve may then find itself in a p...
Here's the big risk facing markets — besides inflation — as the Iran conflict drags on
The chances of accelerating U.S. inflation are growing with each passing day as the war in the Middle East continues, with the average price of gasoline nationwide spiking to almost $4 a gallon as of ...
Senators Try to Put Guardrails Around Prediction Markets
A group of bipartisan Senators want to make sure lawmakers can't use insider information and benefit by betting on prediction markets. Democratic Senator Elissa Slotkin and and Republican Senator Todd...
'None and done' is what we'll see from Fed this year, says Ed Yardeni
Ed Yardeni, Yardeni Research president, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss what happens with equities if the Fed doesn't raise rates, how to invest in the current environment and much more.
U.S. Manufacturing Rebound Continues, but the Biggest Challenges Lie Ahead
U.S. manufacturing activity continued to improve in March, but higher oil prices and weaker demand could threaten the rebound.
Dip-Buyers Are Becoming Rally-Sellers. What Does That Say About the Stock Market?
Not only are retail investors not buying the dip—they've been selling rallies this week, suggesting investors are broadly skeptical that negotiations between the U.S. and Iran will relieve pressure on...
This Fixed Income Trade Is Paying More Right Now — And Most Investors Miss It
Danielle Gilbert, Managing Director at Eldridge Capital Management breaks down the overlooked income strategy institutions have used for decades and how everyday investors can tap into it now.
Buy Low, Sell High Isn't Working Like It Used To. Here's What Is.
A traditional buy-low, sell-high strategy has struggled in recent years as momentum-driven markets reward winners, according to Trivariate Research.
How Worried Are Fed Leaders About Oil Shock? 4 Events Thursday Will Provide Clues.
Oil prices have surged since the conflict with Iran began, gasoline has jumped, and markets sold off sharply after the Fed's March decision to keep rates steady.
How to trade the Iran war uncertainty
The Investment Committee debate how to trade this market with the Iran War uncertainty looming over stocks. They discuss whether higher volatility is the new normal.
President Trump: Iran is begging to make a deal
President Trump holds a cabinet meeting and gives an update on the war in Iran.
How investors should be thinking about the Iran war
Katie Stockton, founder and managing partner at Fairlead Strategies, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss the war in Iran, energy prices, and more.
Goldman says the US could lose 10,000 jobs a month this year as the oil shock ripples through the economy
The effects of higher oil prices could cut slash 10,000 jobs a month, Goldman Sachs says. The bank said it expects the unemployment rate to rise to 4.6% by the end of the year.
Oil And The Art Of The Deal: Jim Cramer Examines The 'Trump Put'
Jim Cramer is calling out what he sees as unwarranted negativity on Wall Street.
Fed urges judge to deny bid to resurrect Jerome Powell probe subpoenas
The Federal Reserve's Board of Governors urged a judge to reject prosecutors' request that he reconsider his decision to quash subpoenas issued in a criminal investigation of Chair Jerome Powell. U.S....
US inflation will soar to 4.2% if Iran war drags on, says OECD
The war in Iran will hike US inflation to 4.2% this year if a historic oil supply disruption drags on and leaves a lasting impact on prices, possibly hammering economic growth, the OECD predicted in a...
Trump says Iran let 10 oil ships through Strait of Hormuz as 'present' to U.S.
Iran allowed a total of 10 oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz this week as a "present" to the United States, President Donald Trump said. Iran made the gesture to show the U.S. "the fact...
FinTechs Delay IPOs as Markets Scrutinize Revenue Models
Public listings have long been the preferred exit for FinTechs seeking new avenues to raise capital and, arguably, to enhance their visibility and reputations. And especially for payments firms, tradi...
Trump Jokes Warsh as Fed Chair Might Work at White House
President Donald Trump criticizes Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over the Fed building renovation costs during a Cabinet meeting at the White House. -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Mark...
Trump says oil and stock market reaction to Iran conflict not as severe as expected
President Donald Trump said Thursday that neither the spike in oil prices nor the slump in the stock market during the Iran war were as bad he had anticipated.
Sonders: Base Case is "Rolling Recessions" Through Market Segments
Liz Ann Sonders (@CharlesSchwab) emphasizes that a lot of money in markets is short-term positioning, causing volatility and potentially leading to sentiment misreadings. She thinks there is complacen...
Energy-Price Shock Hits a World Already Buried in Debt
World governments had more than $100 trillion in public debt when the Iran war began—limiting their ability to cushion the effects of energy-price shocks.
$120-a-barrel oil may be a tipping point that shifts Fed's focus from high inflation to recession threat
U.S. stocks were heading lower on Thursday, as uncertainty surrounding when the fighting in the Middle East might ultimately end was still hanging over the market.
Investors are dangerously complacent about potential blowback from Iran conflict, former hedge-fund exec says
Markets are not fully reflecting the shock to oil prices resulting from the Iran conflict, Unlimited Funds' Bob Elliott warns.
Why the Dollar Could Be an Iran War Winner—and What Happens If It Isn't
An analyst who argues a victory for President Donald Trump will ultimately cement the greenback‘s role as the world's dominant currency
KG: Iran Responds to U.S. 15-Point Plan & Commodity Impacts on AI Chips, Materials
Iran has acknowledged the 15-point plan from the U.S. to end the war. Even though the response wasn't as constructive as many hoped, Kevin Green believes it offers the first steps to an eventual deal.
Trump says oil and stock market reaction to Iran conflict not as severe as he expected
Trump expressed confidence in the war effort and said the economic damage will reverse.
Wall Street Bonuses Surged To A Record $49.2 Billion Pool Last Year
DiNapoli struck a more somber tone for the future of Wall Street's performance. “We are seeing slower job growth, and geopolitical conflicts have global repercussions that pose extraordinary risks for...
The number of unemployed getting jobless benefits just fell to a 17-month low. It's not all good news.
The number of people collecting unemployment checks from the government fell in March to a one-and-a-half-year low. Great news, right?
Higher Oil Prices Are Holding Back Some Deals, Says M&A Lawyer Spottswood
Lande Spottswood, partner of M&A and capital markets at Vinson & Elkins, joins Dani Burger on "Bloomberg Deals." Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are attempting to press on with planned multibillion-dollar ene...
Wall Street's Average Bonus Nears $250,000
While good for bankers, the payouts were well short of what New York City budget had planned
US Continuing Claims Fall to a Nearly Two-Year Low
Recurring applications for US unemployment benefits fell to the lowest level in almost two years, declining by 32,000 to 1.819 million in the week ended March 14. Initial claims increased by 5,000 las...
Ex-Goldman CEO Blankfein Warns of Risk in Private Credit
Lloyd Blankfein, former chief executive officer of Goldman Sachs Group Inc., talks about the growing risk of a widespread markdown in private markets. He spoke to Bloomberg's Francine Lacqua in London...
Fed Should Do Nothing for This Moment, Goldman's Robert Kaplan Says
Robert Kaplan, vice chairman at Goldman Sachs, says, “the Fed is wise to be a risk manager here, not a prognosticator,” in response to the war in Iran. Kaplan also discusses the US economy, how the wa...
Dow falls 250 points, oil jumps 4% as Trump warns Iran ‘better get serious soon'
US stocks fell Thursday morning as oil prices jumped 4% and President Trump warned Iranian negotiators they “better get serious soon” amid conflicting reports over peace talks.
Dow Falls 250 Points; US Initial Jobless Claims Rise
U.S. stocks traded lower this morning, with the Dow Jones index falling more than 250 points on Thursday.
Jobless claims edge higher, continuing claims lowest since May 2024
Initial unemployment claims rose as expected last week while a longer-term measure hit its lowest level in nearly two years, the Labor Department reported Thursday. First-time filings for unemployment...
Wall Street bonuses soar 9% to record $49.2B in 2025 — NY comptroller says ‘good for state and city budgets'
The long-serving Dem official, in the job since 2007, said that gains for New York's financiers are also good news for taxpayers because they help bankroll key public services.
U.S. Jobless Claims Rose Slightly Last Week
The number of people who filed for unemployment benefits was 210,000 in the week through March 21, higher than the 205,000 reported a week earlier, the Labor Department said.
Global forecasting group sees U.S. inflation at 4.2% this year, much higher than Fed estimate
In its periodic update of economic conditions, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development forecast all-items inflation in the U.S. to be at 4.2% for 2026. The forecast is a sharp step u...
U.S. Treasury Yields Rise as Path to Middle East Resolution Remains Bumpy
U.S. Treasury yields rose amid an uncertain time horizon for an end to hostilities in the Middle East.
Markets on Countdown to Trump's Iran Deadline. Bonds Hold Stocks Hostage.
The S&P 500 remains nearly 5% lower on the month and looks fragile.
Trump hoped his Iran pause would bring a stock-market miracle — but investors aren't buying
Trump gets the blame as investors snub Iran reprieve. Even a Truth Social post may not save stocks.
A lost decade for bonds means high-quality stocks are best way to protect against inflation, says Morgan Stanley strategist
The worldwide pandemic has started an inflationary boom that will last three decades, which means investors should turn to high-quality stocks rather than bonds for inflation protection, according to ...
U.S., European Government-Bond Yields Rise as Inflation Worries Resurface
Government bond yields in the U.S. and Europe rose on Thursday as doubts about a near-term resolution to the Middle East war reignited concerns about inflation and prospects of interest-rate hikes.
U.S. Inflation May Hit 4.2% This Year Due To Oil Price Surge From Iran War, OECD Warns
“In the United States, the impact of higher energy prices on inflation will more than offset the effect from the decline in effective tariff rates on imports, especially given that the initial tariff ...
Iran Has Distracted From the Mag 7 Slump. Why It's a Good Thing for Stock Markets.
Meta, YouTube ordered to pay damages, Microsoft stock off to worst three-month start to a year, Iran war puts spotlight on Taiwan risks, and more news to start your day.
The dash to cash has only just begun. Here's what that means for stocks and bonds.
Strategists at JPMorgan find the current buildup of cash by investors is nowhere near that which was seen after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Small-cap stocks Flash a Warning and an Opportunity
Plus, let's make a deal—please
Insight: How the Trump administration is testing Fed independence on bank rules
While U.S. President Donald Trump has been brazen in his demands for the historically independent Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, his administration is also trying to quietly steer the centra...
Middle East Conflict to Derail Global Economic Pickup, Push Inflation Sharply Higher, Says OECD
If energy prices stay high for longer, the economy could grow by just 2.6%—and the hit in 2027 would be even larger, according to the the research body.
Europe's MBDA spent 1 billion euros on weapons stocks as Iran crisis adds pressure, CEO says
European missile maker MBDA has spent 1 billion euros ($1.16 billion) on production without signed contracts to fill stocks and keep pace with surging demand, its CEO said on Thursday.
Norges Bank Expects to Lift Borrowing Costs This Year as Energy Prices Stoke Inflation
Policymakers held the rate at 4% for the third straight meeting Thursday, but said inflation will likely force its hand in the near future.
Trump Trade Deal Finally Faces EU Vote Today. Why It's Taken So Long.
The trading bloc has shelved talks twice already this year due to Trump's Greenland threats and the Supreme Court decision.
Wall Street bonuses surge 9% to record $49.2 billion in 2025, NY comptroller says
Bonuses for Wall Street executives jumped 9% to a record $49.2 billion in 2025, according to an estimate from New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli published on Thursday.
Stock Market Today: Dow Futures Slip, Oil Climbs Toward $100 Again
Hopes of a quick resolution to Iran war appear to fade
It's Not Worth Being a Premature Bull: 3-Minutes MLIV
Tom Mackenzie, Lizzy Burden and Mark Cudmore break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade." Chapters: 00:00:00 - MLIV 00:00:09 - Oil, Gas Prices 00:00:58 -...
Blankfein warns of a 'reckoning' for markets
Former Goldman Sachs CEO, Lloyd Blankfein, warned markets could face a reckoning, saying the longer the gap, “the worse it could potentially be,” in an interview with CNBC's Steve Sedgwick.
Dow Jumps Over 300 Points On Iran Ceasefire Hopes: Fear & Greed Index Remains In 'Extreme Fear' Zone
The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed some easing in the overall fear level, while the index remained in the “Extreme Fear” zone on Wednesday.
European markets head for lower open amid Iran peace talks uncertainty
European stocks are expected to open in negative territory on Thursday as investors weigh mixed messages on the status of Middle East peace talks.
The market is reacting on a whim, expert says
Northern Trust Asset Management chief investment strategist Joseph Tanious unpacks market performance amid geopolitical uncertainty on 'The Claman Countdown.' #fox #media #breakingnews #us #usa #new #...
Inflation is 'somewhat sticky,' but for nominal earnings, it's not a problem, Barclays exec says
Barclays head of U.S. Equity Strategy & Global Equity Linked Strategies Venu Krishna discusses earnings momentum on 'Making Money.' #fox #media #breakingnews #us #usa #new #news #breaking #foxbusiness...
Trump Says the Energy Shock Will Be Short-Lived. CEOs Paint a Scarier Picture.
Some executives are privately expressing frustration with the administration's optimistic messaging and say the disruption is already far-reaching.
Stocks at mercy of oil market which follows the Straight of Hormuz: Schwab's Liz Ann Sonders
Liz Ann Sonders, Charles Schwab, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss what to make of the headlines regarding war in Iran, the vagaries around talks between the U.S. and Iran and much more.
Lloyd Blankfein on Private Equity, Trump, and Next Global Reckoning
Lloyd Blankfein, the former chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, remains wary of systemic "kindling" despite a banking sector that is currently better capitalized than in previous crises. In an intervie...
Stock Market "Kryptonite" in U.S.-Iran War & DELL's Unsung Bull Case
David Nelson believes the U.S.-Iran War "will pass," though "kryptonite" in higher rates will keep the stock market from moving much higher. He outlines his path ahead for Wall Street in navigating th...
Review & Preview: Hope Springs Eternal
Hopes that the U.S. and Iran are negotiating a cease-fire pushed stocks higher. Plus, the latest air travel news.
Jim Cramer says Wall Street is in denial about the market
Jim Cramer says that Wall Street is in denial about the "presidential put" When in doubt, Cramer says investors should be following the direction of oil
'Absolutely worth investigating' unusual oil trades tied to war, says fmr. SEC Enforcement Attorney
Jacob Frenkel, Fmr. SEC Division of Enforcement Counsel, joins 'Fast Money' to talk unusual trades around oil sparking questions about timing.
Recent market action shows 'huge amount of optimism' for resolution in Iran War, says Citi's Moore
Kate Moore, Citi Wealth, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk the day's market action.
Pimco's Clarida Says ‘Bar Is High' for a Fed Rate Hike
Richard Clarida, global economic advisor at Pimco and former Federal Reserve vice chairman, says an interest-rate hike by the European Central Bank is not “a slam dunk, but it's an option,” and explai...
Stocks Rise, Oil Falls as Truce Prospects Weighed
Ian Wyatt, Chief Economist at Huntington Bank, discusses the markets, AI investment, and his outlook for rate cuts in 2026. Stocks and bonds rose while oil fell as traders weighing the viability of US...
Tech Stocks Rise as Traders Keep Focus on Iran Talks
Volatility eases Wednesday amid stock-market rotation.
Stocks Rise as Truce Prospects Weighed | 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 ...
This ‘single greatest' stock-market predictor has never been more bearish
Retail investors have loaded up on stocks, which is typical before a bull market peaks.
Stocks rise and oil falls on cautious optimism for a resolution to the Iran War
The Investment Committee debate how to trade stocks as hopes for a resolution in Iran pushes oil lower and stocks higher.
Three Weeks In: Where We Stand on Iran
SUMMARY We have revised down our probability of a ‘Quick Deal' from our last publication. US economic and earnings data is still resilient, in our view.
White House says Trump will meet Xi in China in May
A long-awaited meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will take place in Beijing on May 14 and 15, the White House said.
Hedge Funds Look Vulnerable to Oil Price Shocks
Spikes in oil prices and cracks in the market for private credit could mean investors in these strategies are at risk should the S&P 500 continue to fall, new research shows.
Federal Reserve Posted Loss of $18.7 Billion in 2025
The central bank's finances are recovering after an unprecedented run of losses tied to its pandemic-era stimulus and subsequent inflation fight.
The research firm whose AI paper knocked the whole stock market is out with another big call
Citrini Research, the firm that issued a market-shaking bearish call on artificial intelligence earlier this year, is now warning that an oil-driven slowdown could drag down stocks. “If the war doesn'...
Ives: It's a white-knuckle moment for tech, this is a risk-off trade
Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities discusses the major headwinds that have been facing the tech sector this year, and where he still sees buying opportunities.
KG: Brace for Crude Oil Technical Bounce & Headlines to Move Wall Street
The average price per gallon since the U.S.-Iran War started has risen $1 nationwide, and Kevin Green isn't expecting crude oil volatility to cool soon. He adds that the futures are setting up for a t...
Higher inflation is coming — import prices show biggest increase in four years
Wall Street was already worried about another surge in inflation tied to the Iran war. Now a stunningly large increase in the cost of imported goods has added to the angst.
Will The U.S. Hit A Recession? Moody's Warns Of ‘Real Threat' Amid Iran War
A recession is two consecutive quarters of negative growth in gross domestic product, a measurement of all goods and services produced in a country. The National Bureau of Economic Research, the most ...
US Democratic lawmaker Warren presses Fed official over conflicts
U.S. Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren on Wednesday pressed top Federal Reserve official and former veteran Wall Street bank attorney Randall Guynn to explain how he is handling potential confli...