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Global Market Today: Asian shares decline, Treasury yields hold gains

Asian stocks mirrored Wall Street's decline as persistent inflation concerns drove Treasury yields to multi-year highs. Rising bond yields globally are raising questions about equity valuations, with investors now scrutinizing Nvidia's earnings amid concerns the AI rally may have accelerated too quickly.

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Wall St ends lower as inflation worries push up yields

US stocks closed lower after yields climbed to their highest level in more than a year on mounting inflation concerns.

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The AI blindspot: Layoffs are piling up, but where are the returns?

Companies are cutting jobs to fund AI, but this strategy may not work. A global survey shows that reducing staff does not guarantee better returns on AI investments. Instead, businesses that invest in their people to guide and scale AI systems see greater financial success. The future of work involves…

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US stock market crashes today: Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq fall hard as bond yields hit 19-year high - Nvidia, Broadcom, AMD, and Amazon lead massive Wall Street selloff

US stock market crashes today as Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq plunge. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped more than 237 points, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq slid deeper into negative territory as technology and AI-linked stocks faced heavy selling pressure. A perfect storm of soaring Treasury yields,…

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Price of beef and tomatoes hit record high as Americans struggle with rapid price increases on everyday goods

Consumers can find workarounds for summer grilling season - but these aren’t the only foods getting more expensive

The Independent UK

Digital Dollar Discussions Are Raising New Concerns About Privacy and Banking

Digital dollar discussions have moved from policy rooms into everyday conversations across America. Central bank digital currency proposals, often tied to the Federal Reserve, now sit at the center of heated debates about financial control. Supporters point to faster payments and stronger fraud prevention, while critics warn about surveillance risks…

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US Stock Market: Bond market pressure clouds Kevin Warsh’s plans to shrink Fed balance sheet

Incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s push to shrink the Federal Reserve’s balance sheet faces mounting challenges as rising Treasury yields, inflation concerns, and weakening demand for U.S. debt intensify market pressures. Analysts warn that reducing Fed intervention could expose structural vulnerabilities in the Treasury market amid a deteriorating fiscal backdrop.

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Kiplinger

Powell's tenure as Fed chair marked by fight for independence while trying to tame inflation

When Jerome Powell was sworn in as chair of the Federal Reserve eight years ago, economists worried that inflation and interest rates were too low and that too few Americans had jobs.

The Economic Times

The Federal Reserve’s independence is hanging by a thread in the age of Trump

The president’s ultimate goal is to push the Fed – among other independent US institutions – to bend to his will

The Guardian - US

US Stock Market: Fed’s Barr warns against easing bank liquidity rules to shrink balance sheet

Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr cautioned against shrinking the US central bank’s balance sheet by easing bank liquidity requirements, warning it could weaken financial stability and increase crisis risks. His remarks come amid debate over future Fed policy under Kevin Warsh, who favours a smaller balance sheet approach debate continues.

The Economic Times

Trump says Xi is ‘very tall’ and out of ‘central casting’ because people in China ‘tend to be a little bit shorter’

‘If you went to Hollywood and you look for a leader of China, to play a role in a movie, he’s central casting,’ the president told Fox News’ Sean Hannity

The Independent UK

How a New Fed Chair Could Impact Your Tax Bill in 2026

As Kevin Warsh prepares to lead the Federal Reserve, interest rate policy will shape household earnings and taxable income.

Kiplinger

Dividend Growth or High Yield: The Income Investor's Bet

Compare dividend growth and high-yield ETF strategies to see which may perform best as inflation and Federal Reserve policy shape markets in 2026.

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US 30-year bond yield tops 5% as Kevin Warsh takes Fed helm and inflation rises

The US Treasury sold 30-year bonds at a yield above 5% for the first time since 2007 on Wednesday, highlighting mounting investor unease just as the Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve.

The Economic Times

US Stock Market: Warsh set to lead Fed amid debate over rates, transparency and AI impact

Fifteen years after leaving the Federal Reserve over disagreements on aggressive bond-buying policies, Kevin Warsh is set to return as chair of the U.S. central bank with a sweeping reform agenda, according to Reuters. Warsh has been a vocal critic of the Fed’s massive asset purchase programs that expanded its…

The Guardian - US

Top Democrat calls newly confirmed Fed chair Kevin Warsh a ‘sock puppet’ for Trump – as it happened

Elizabeth Warren condemns confirmation of Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve; John Fetterman was lone Democrat to support the nomination

Fortune

Kevin Warsh confirmed as Fed chair in party-line vote amid Elizabeth Warren's 'sock puppet' criticism

Every Republican voted for Warsh on Wednesday, as did Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania.

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Trump’s pick Kevin Warsh replaces Jerome Powell as Fed chair: What will happen to US interest rates next and why financial markets are watching closely

Kevin Warsh is set to become the new Federal Reserve chair. However, his influence on interest rates might be limited. The Federal Open Market Committee, a 12-member panel, ultimately decides on rate targets. Warsh will hold only one vote. Consensus building and persuasion are key to the chair's role. Financial…

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US stocks today: Chip stocks lift Nasdaq, S&P to record closing highs; hot inflation kills rate-cut hopes

US stocks advanced with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting record closing highs as AI-linked tech and chip stocks powered gains despite hotter inflation data. Producer prices surged, reinforcing expectations of prolonged Fed tightening. Markets also tracked Trump-Xi talks and rising geopolitical risks, while Morgan Stanley lifted its S&P target.

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Warsh clinches Senate approval to be Fed's next chair as inflation intensifies

In a pivotal moment for the economy, the US Senate has officially confirmed Kevin Warsh as the chair of the Federal Reserve, just as inflation escalates. With President Donald Trump advocating for reduced interest rates, Warsh's leadership will be crucial at the next central bank meeting, where policymakers are wrestling…

International Business Times

Kevin Warsh Confirmed As Next Chairman Of The Federal Reserve, Replacing Jerome Powell

The Senate confirmed on Wednesday Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, replacing Jerome Powell.

The Economic Times

US Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair, following Jerome Powell

Kevin Warsh is now the new head of the Federal Reserve. He takes charge at a difficult economic time. Inflation is high and gas prices are rising. The Fed faces internal disagreements. President Trump has pressured the Fed for lower interest rates. Warsh promises independence. He faces challenges in managing…

The Independent UK

Trump Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh is confirmed by Senate as Jerome Powell vows to stay on board

Kevin Warsh stressed that the president did not make him pledge to cut interest rates to secure his nomination to head the Federal Reserve

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‘Not even a little bit’: Donald Trump displays rare honesty, admits he doesn’t care about financial struggles of American families amid Iran War

And yet, MAGA will still worship him.

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