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The Latest Breaking News from US Federal Reserve

‘We’ve gotten out of whack’ by fixating so much on Fed rates, but the loss of its independence will be punished, BofA CEO Brian Moynihan says

“There’s too much fascination with the Fed,” Moynihan said.

Fortune

Stocks Fall as Megacap Technology Stocks Slide and Metals Plunge

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down -0.24%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down -0.09%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.24%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) are down -0.28%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Dollar Little Changed and Precious Metals Plunge on Long Liquidation Pressures

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down slightly by -0.03%. The dollar gave up an early advance today and turned lower after the Dec Dallas Fed manufacturing outlook of general business activity unexpectedly declined. The dollar initially moved higher today as stock market weakness boosted some liquidity demand for...

Barchart

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Has the Fed fixed the economy yet? And other burning economic questions for 2026

The U.S. economy heads into 2026 in an unusual place: Inflation is down from its peak in mid-2022, growth has held up better than many expected, and yet American households say that things still feel shaky. Uncertainty is the watchword, especially with a major Supreme Court ruling on tariffs on…

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Stocks Slip Due to Weakness in Megacap Technology Stocks

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We're Still Bullish on Stocks

We're still bullish on stocks for 2026, but now is the time for investors to pull in their horns and dial down risk.

Kiplinger

Stocks Set to Open Lower as Investors Trim Risk at Year-End, Fed Minutes Awaited

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH26) are down -0.24%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH26) are down -0.44% this morning, pointing to a lower open on Wall Street as market participants trim risk at the start of the final week of 2025.

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No one’s happier about calls for a ‘back-seat’ Fed than Fed insiders who were targeted by the White House this year

“How much can truly change under a single administration?” I asked one source. “Three years is a long time yet,” came the response.

Fortune

Santa Claus Rally, Fed Minutes and Other Can't Miss Items this Week

Markets enter the final week of 2025 with focus on the traditional "Santa Claus Rally" period that historically sees stocks gain during the last five trading days of December and first two days of January.

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Do You Have a CD Maturing Soon? Here's What to Do Next

These strategies of what to do when you have a CD maturing soon will have you maximizing returns even with rate cuts.

Kiplinger

The 2025 US economy – in charts: rising prices, hiring slowdown, rollercoaster growth

Looking at the government’s own report cards, how did the US fare under the first year of Trumponomics 2.0?

The Guardian - US

Robert Kiyosaki Warns a ‘Crash’ Is Coming — Here’s What He’s Buying

The financial guru is betting on a crash, and shoring up his investments accordingly -- though he sees value in one precious metal staying scarce next to gold.

GOBankingRates

Why over 80% of America's top CEOs think Trump would be wrong not to pick Chris Waller for Fed chair

The dark-horse candidate may lack the White House network of other top contenders but he is perhaps the only one who can give Trump the rate cuts he wants.

Fortune

Stocks Rally During the Week Due to Economic Confidence

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Friday fell -0.03%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) fell -0.04%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) fell -0.05%. March E-mini S&P futures (ESH26 ) fell -0.08%, and March E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQH26 ) closed...

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Silver prices continue soaring as debt fears and geopolitical tensions send precious metals to fresh record highs

So far this year, silver has spiked 169%, platinum has shot up 172%, and palladium has soared 124%.

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Dollar Index Shows Weekly Decline as Fundamentals Remain Weak

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday ended the day little changed, but fell about -0.6% on the week. The dollar traded on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report of +4.3% and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets initially reduced the odds for a -25...

The Independent UK

Average mortgage rate drops below 6.2% for first time since October 2024

‘Declining rates offer a timely and welcome gift for aspiring homebuyers,’ one expert said

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Dollar Index Sees Continued Downward Pressure

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down -0.09%, extending this week’s sell-off to about -0.7%. The dollar continues to trade on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report of +4.3% and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets initially reduced the odds for a -25 bp...

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Are You Ready for the Hidden Costs When the Fed Finally Cuts Rates?

The moment everyone has been waiting for always sounds like a victory bell. Headlines will flash, markets will cheer, and commentators will declare that relief has finally arrived. Rate cuts feel like a financial holiday, a signal that borrowing gets cheaper and wallets can breathe again.

Fortune

The Fed may have reassured Powell that it's safe to leave the board early when a new chair takes over. 'I think he's done with this job'

Given Powell's commitment to Fed independence, there were doubts that he would leave the board when his replacement as chair comes in.

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Dollar Index Ends Little Changed, But Bearish Sentiment Continues

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday fell to a new 2.75-month low but then recovered and ended the day little changed. The dollar continues to trade on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report of +4.3% and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets have reduced...

Kiplinger

The Santa Claus Rally Officially Begins: Stock Market Today

The Santa Claus Rally is officially on as of Wednesday's closing bell, and initial returns are positive.

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Gold Prices Soar Past $4,400: Humphrey Yang Explains Why and How To Protect Your Portfolio

Gold prices surged 50% in 2025, topping $4,400/oz. Inflation, dollar weakness, central bank buying and global uncertainty can fuel demand.

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Dollar Index Posts 2.75-Month Low But Then Recovers

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today posted a new 2.75-month low but then recovered and is little changed. The dollar continues to trade on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report of +4.3% and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets on Tuesday reduced the odds for...

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The Bull vs. Bear Case for Silver and Gold

I’m still bullish in the longer term on gold and silver based on the technicals that remain in place.

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