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Federal Reserve likely to keep interest rates steady as Powell's clash with the White House takes center stage
The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday, when policymakers meet to weigh the state of the labor market and inflation.
In the past, this might have made for a day of very little drama or suspense at the central bank. But not today.
Wednesday’s meeting comes as the Fed and its chairman,
Dow Jones Top Energy Headlines at 12 AM ET: The Cold Snap Heats Up the Debate Over Coal vs. Wind | Oil …
The Cold Snap Heats Up the Debate Over Coal vs. Wind
The winter weather is testing America’s power grids. And reigniting political tensions over energy.
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Oil Futures Rise On Geopolitical Apprehension
Oil futures gained as the U.S. military buildup in the Middle East kept concerns of possible action against Iran in traders’
US economy may be experiencing step up in -potential growth, World Bank says
In an interview, Ayhan Kose said the global economy has shown unexpected resilience in the face of a series of shocks, with the U.S. recording another year of surprisingly strong growth.
The deputy chief economist said that record raises the possibility that the rate of potential growth—or the pace at which output can grow using all available resources but without stoking inflation—may be higher than currently estimated.
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High Growth Tech Stocks to Watch in January 2026
As global markets navigate a volatile start to the year, with U.S. major stock indexes ending the week lower amid trade tensions and economic uncertainties, investors are closely watching sectors that show resilience and potential for growth. In this environment, high-growth tech stocks can be appealing due to their innovative capabilities and ability to capitalize on emerging trends,
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Silver ETFs rally as MCX silver rate today hits record high, logging 7% intraday gains
Silver exchange-traded funds (ETFs) rallied sharply on Wednesday, tracking a strong surge in silver prices that jumped over 7% to fresh lifetime highs on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), driven by robust buying momentum.
MCX silver price for March futures surged as much as 7.52% to hit a record high of ₹3,83,100 per kg.
Here's Why Your Social Security Spousal Benefit May Be Smaller Than Expected
It’s important to have a good sense of how much money you’ll get.
Generally speaking, people earn Social Security benefits in retirement by working long enough and paying taxes on their wages. But there’s way to get Social Security even if you never worked.
Social Security pays spousal benefits to older Americans,
Dow Jones & Nasdaq 100: US Futures Mixed as Fed, Earnings Loom
“The Value of the Dollar is great.”
The Kobeissi Letter commented on President Trump’s reaction to the weaker US Dollar, stating:
“It’s a clear signal that President Trump is willing to tolerate a weaker Dollar to push rates lower and boost US exports.”
Earnings and Fed Chair Powell Take Center Stage
US futures saw a mixed Asian session on January 28.
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Americans losing confidence in US economy amid Trump's many claims and threats, shows latest index
Americans are losing confidence in their country’s economy at a time when Donald Trump claims to be boosting it with “trillions of dollars” in tariffs.
The US consumer confidence index has fallen below even the lowest readings during the Covid pandemic of 2020-21,