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Average long-term US mortgage rate jumps to 6.32% this week

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate jumped this week to its highest level in five weeks, bad news for home shoppers heading into the spring buying season

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3 Cash-Rich Dividend Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio Today

While inflation has been cooling, the jobs market remains tight. This could prompt the Fed to raise the benchmark rates more than many projected, leading to a recession this year. Amid this backdrop, investors could look to stabilize their portfolios by adding cash-rich dividend stocks Pfizer (PFE), BHP Group (BHP),…

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Senate pressure mounts on Biden to nominate first Latino to Fed - Roll Call

Several Senate Banking Committee Democrats are pushing President Joe Biden to nominate a Latino for the Federal Reserve Board.

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3 ETFs You'll Regret Not Buying Sooner

The higher-than-expected January CPI data and robust jobs market indicate that the Fed’s fight against inflation might take longer than expected, potentially triggering the much-feared recession. Amid the current macroeconomic backdrop, it could be wise to invest in quality ETFs Vanguard Developed Markets (VEA), iShares Russell 2000 (IWM), and VanEck…

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Cautious but steady consumers buoying hopes for US economy

Call it the Goldilocks consumer

The Independent UK

3 Cruise Line Stocks to Sell Short or Avoid Completely in 2023

Sticky inflation and looming recessionary fears might keep the cruise line industry under pressure this year. Hence, fundamentally weak cruise line stocks Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL), Carnival (CCL), and Norwegian Cruise Line (NCLH) might be best sold short or completely avoided in 2023. Read more.

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Jobless applications fall again despite Fed push on rates

Fewer Americans filed for jobless benefits last week, more evidence that the Federal Reserve’s efforts to loosen the labor market by raising interest rates hasn’t taken hold

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US wholesale inflation slows, but price pressures re-emerge

Wholesale prices in the United States surged 6% in January from a year earlier, decelerating for a seventh straight month

The Independent UK

Asian shares jump, boosted by a strong reading on US retail

Asian shares have advanced, cheered on by a stronger reading than expected on U.S. retail sales that set off a Wall Street rally

The Independent UK

Biden eyes Fed vacancy with Goolsbee reported to be in mix

White House officials have reached out to a key Democratic ally in the Senate to discuss filling the vacant role of Fed vice chair, with the Wall Street Journal reporting that Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee is under consideration for the post.

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SET, Asian bourses extend losses on US inflation

The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) extended its losses on Wednesday along with other Asian bourses after the US reported sticky inflation, increasing the likelihood the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates elevated.

Bangkok Post

4 Great Stocks to Buy Now for Under $100

Monthly inflation inched up in January. Moreover, the Fed could be forced to raise the benchmark rate higher than forecasted. Amid this backdrop, it could be wise for investors to buy fundamentally strong stocks Coca-Cola (KO), Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY), Cardinal Health (CAH), and Bluegreen Vacations Holding (BVH), currently trading under…

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US retail sales jump by most in nearly two years in broad gain

U.S. retail sales rose in January by the most in nearly two years, signaling robust consumer demand that could bolster the Federal Reserve’s resolve to keep raising interest rates in the face of persistent inflation.

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3 Stocks to Keep in Your Portfolio for the Next 25 Years

Still-elevated inflation and a robust job market will likely keep the Federal Reserve officials on track to raise interest rates in the upcoming months. Amid ongoing market uncertainties, investors could consider adding fundamentally sound stocks, Visa (V), Cigna Corp. (CI), and Molina Healthcare (MOH), to their portfolios for long-term returns.…

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2 No-Brainer Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

Inflation has slowed from its painful 2022 peak but remains uncomfortably high, making it difficult for the Federal Reserve to wrestle back to its goal. Amid this backdrop, it could be wise to invest in quality stocks Walmart (WMT) and Coca-Cola (KO) to buy and hold forever. Read more….

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3 Software Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist in 2023

The software industry has been under pressure due to macroeconomic challenges. However, the industry is expected to witness solid growth over the long term due to robust demand for its products and services. Therefore, it could be wise to own fundamentally sound software stocks Salesforce (CRM), Commvault Systems (CVLT), and…

The Independent UK

Retail sales jump as Americans defy inflation and rate hikes

America’s consumers rebounded last month from a weak holiday shopping season by boosting their spending at stores and restaurants at the fastest pace in almost two years, underscoring the economy’s resilience in the face of higher prices and multiple interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve

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2 Stocks to Help You Sail Through This Volatile Market

Although favorable macro data rekindled investor optimism, the Fed’s intention of raising rates to tame stubbornly high inflation could possibly tip the economy into recession. With anxiety escalating, it would be wise to add quality stocks Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) and Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY) to your portfolio to sail through…

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Asian stocks fall after US inflation feeds rate hike fears

Asian stock markets have slipped after U.S. inflation edged down less than expected, fueling concern the Federal Reserve might think more interest rate hikes are needed

Fortune

Your raise might be a pay cut

If your income hasn't risen by at least 16.2% since December 2019, in economic terms, your "real" wages have fallen.

Axios

Departure of top Biden economic adviser leaves West Wing power vacuum

Deese was instrumental in delivering Sen. Joe Manchin’s vote for Biden’s signature bill.

Fortune

Inflation may stick around for a decade because of millennial and Gen Z spending

Will young Americans' spending habits be what causes inflation to stick around longer?

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Strike 3 for Investors THIS Thursday?

The Fed is on a war path against inflation. The longer they stay hawkish, the more likely a recession forms…the more likely stocks (SPY) tumbling lower. In February there have been 2 clear strikes against the bulls. And Thursday potentially brings strike 3. What is it? What does it mean?…

France 24

EU Parliament votes to ban petrol, diesel cars from 2035

The European Parliament has given its’ green light to a plan to halt sales of petrol and diesel cars from 2035. It is a crucial part of the bloc's plan to become a "climate neutral" economy by 2050. Also in the show: US inflation remains hotter than expected, putting pressure…

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A look ahead at ESG in 2023

Economy and Society is Ballotpedia’s weekly review of the developments in corporate activism; corporate political engagement; and the Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) trends and events that characterize the growing intersection between business and politics.

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