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What's Going On With Apple Shares Today?

Shares of several companies in the broader tech sector, including Apple Inc (NASDAQ: AAPL), are trading higher amid overall market strength after the Federal Reserve announced it would raise the key interest rate by 50 basis points.

Benzinga

Fed hopes biggest rate hike in 22 years tames inflation without recession or stagflation: 3 essential reads on what it all means

The Federal Reserve on May 4, 2022, lifted its benchmark interest rate by half a percentage point to a range of 0.75% to 1%, its biggest increase in 22 years. The aggressive move, which has been expected for many months, is part of the U.S. central bank’s effort to slow…

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Mid-Afternoon Market Update: Crude Oil Jumps 5%; Fed Boosts Interest Rates By 0.5%

U.S. stocks traded mixed toward the end of trading, after the Federal Reserve announced its policy decision.

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Federal Reserve raises interest rates by half point to fight inflation

Largest increase in 22 years comes as inflation is highest in four decades

The Independent UK

Microsoft vs. Meta Platforms: Which Big Tech Stock is a Better Buy?

With the war in Europe and expected rate hikes by the Federal Reserve driving stock market volatility, we think it could be wise to invest in quality big tech stocks because they are expected to generate steady returns in the long run. Therefore, both Microsoft (MSFT) and Meta (FB) should…

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Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates By 0.5% For First Time In More Than 2 Decades

The Federal Reserve raised its target fed funds rate by 0.5% on Wednesday to a new range of between 0.75% and 1.0%, its first rate hike of at least half a percentage point in more than 20 years. The Fed also said it will begin reducing the size of its…

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The Fed raises interest rates by the most in over 20 years to fight inflation

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by half a percentage point Wednesday, in an effort to cool off demand and lower inflation. Consumer prices have been rising at the fastest pace in 40 years.

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Fed raises key rate by a half-point in bid to tame inflation

The Federal Reserve intensified its drive to curb the worst inflation in 40 years by raising its benchmark short-term interest rate by an sizable half-percentage point

The Independent UK

Federal Reserve announces biggest interest rate hike since 2000

Benchmark interest rate raised 0.5 percentage points, with more rises expected

The Guardian - US

Down 32% YTD, is NVIDIA Stock Now a Buy?

The shares of leading networking solutions company NVIDIA (NVDA) have been plummeting due to bearish market sentiment amid several macroeconomic headwinds. So, because the markets remain under pressure as the Fed gears up to increase benchmark interest rates again this month, will NVDA be able to regain forward momentum soon?…

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Global Markets Eagerly Await FOMC Decision

Today is set up for huge volatility, as the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meet to announce their decision on how much they will raise rates. This event has led most investors to sell equities and crypto over the past month, as they fear a 50-basis point rate hike, which…

Benzinga

How Does the Pharmaceutical Industry Perform During Recessions?

The Fed’s aggressive interest rate hikes and high energy prices will likely fuel recessionary conditions. Moreover, the unexpected decline in GDP in the first quarter indicates a possible economic contraction. Amid such possibilities, the pharmaceutical industry could attract investors’ attention because of the inelastic demand for its products. Today, I…

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General Motors And 3 Other Stocks Insiders Are Selling

US stock futures traded higher ahead of the much-awaited interest rate decision from the Federal Reserve. Investors, meanwhile, focused on some notable insider trades.

Benzinga

Fed Expected To Hike Interest Rate By Half Percentage Point To Curb Inflation

On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates by half of a percentage point and announce the start of reductions to its $9 trillion balance sheet as U.S. central bankers work to combat high inflation.

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The Fed gets serious about tighter money

In a meeting Wednesday, the central bank will begin a more aggressive campaign against inflation

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A Peek Into The Markets: US Stock Futures Higher; All Eyes On Fed's Rate Decision

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Stuart Rothenberg: Inflation, recession and the 2022 midterms

With six months to go until the 2022 midterm elections, the economic indicators continue to deteriorate for Democrats. While unemployment remains low and the economy continues to grow (except for a recent hiccup that few take seriously), inflation is up dramatically, and interest rates are spiking.

The Guardian - UK

Crossrail to finally open; German exports to Russia plunge; climate protests at Barclays AGM – as it happened

London’s Elizabeth line finally launching, while German exports to Russia fell nearly two-thirds in March and climate activists have disrupted two bank AGMs

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FTSE 100 Live: US rates to jump, oil rises as EU sanctions Russia, new boss at Aston Martin

The focus of global stock markets is on the Federal Reserve ahead of the biggest hike in US interest rates in over two decades.

The Independent UK

Asian shares slip ahead of Fed interest rate decision

Shares are mostly lower in Asia, with markets in China, Japan and some other markets still closed for holidays

Benzinga

Tesla Bull Cathie Wood Makes This Singular Trade Ahead Of Key Fed Meeting

Tesla Inc (NASDAQ: TSLA) bull Cathie Wood-led Ark Invest on Tuesday raised its exposure in cloud-based software firm Monday.com Ltd (NASDAQ: MNDY) on

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Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin In 'Wait-And-See' Mode Ahead Of Fed Meet: Can A Weaker Dollar Help Cryptos From Here On?

Bitcoin and other major coins failed to find upward momentum on Tuesday evening as the global cryptocurrency market cap fell 1.6% to $1.7 trillion at press time.

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ANZ half-year profit jumps; ASX loses ground after Wall Street makes modest gains

As the big four banks lift interest rates following the Reserve Bank's move, ANZ posts a rise in half year profit, the ASX loses early gains and investors await an expected rate increase from the US Federal Reserve.

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U.S. Cannabis Earnings: 3 Reasons Why A Revenue Growth Trough Has Been Reached in 2022

It’s no secret that the U.S. cannabis market, as broadly reflected by the industry benchmark AdvisorShares Pure US Cannabis ETF (NYSEARCA:MSOS), has experienced a precipitous slowdown in growth over the past couple of quarters.

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Look to Consumer Staples Stocks on Mounting Recession Fears

The Fed’s aggressive interest rate hikes and the high energy prices are likely to fuel recessionary conditions. The unexpected decline in GDP in the first quarter indicates a possible slowdown with prices rising continuously. Amid fears of high inflation and a consequent recession, investors can look to bet on shares…

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