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Economists still expect Fed rate cuts by 2027, but markets and some officials fear 2026 hikes amid sticky inflation. Iran war escalation pushed oil near $100/barrel, adding to inflation risk and macr…
Fed Chair Powell keeps rates steady, emphasizes uncertain impact of Middle East oil shocks on inflation and economy, with tariff inflation expected to ease gradually this year.
Fed officials remain divided on rate cuts, favoring a hold at March meeting. Inflation progress remains uncertain, delaying further easing despite some cuts already made. AI productivity gains could …
Nvidia shares fell about 3.6% amid market caution driven by hawkish Fed remarks and fading rate cut hopes ahead of earnings. Tech sector uncertainty and geopolitical risks add pressure on chipmakers …
Wall Street stocks fell sharply as Fed officials signaled limited rate cuts, while EURUSD rose modestly after the US government reopened, amid uncertainty over economic data and inflation.
USDCAD traded in a narrow range as markets await a decisive breakout. BoC caution on inflation and U.S. trade uncertainty left price stuck between support 1.3813 and resistance 1.3858 on short-term c…