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Sticky core PCE and entrenched tariff-driven inflation threaten Wall Street's record rally. Persistent price pressures could force Federal Reserve rate hikes, raising borrowing costs and endangering …
Shein warns EU sales could mirror its U.S. tariff-driven slump ahead of Hong Kong IPO. Profit fell 39% in 2025, Q1 loss $99M, as de minimis removal in EU and U.S. tariffs squeeze margins and growth.
A 'Trumpflation quadruple whammy'—tariffs, Iran war oil disruption, sticky core inflation, and AI-driven pricing pressure—threatens to force Fed rate hikes, potentially ending Wall Street's historic …
While the U.S. trade deficit has narrowed, economists debate the true impact of tariffs, which often increase costs for businesses and consumers. This economic uncertainty, combined with bullish long…
Retail earnings season begins Aug. 19 with Walmart, Target, Dollar General, and Five Below reporting. Focus shifts from tariff-driven margin gains to sustainable sales growth, a key indicator of cons…
U.S. trade deficit narrowed to $101.5B in June 2026 as tariffs reshaped trade flows. Steelmakers like Nucor thrived while consumer sentiment collapsed and retailers like Lowe's suffered margin compre…
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's hawkish comments on persistent inflation from tariffs and geopolitical shocks triggered a broad stock market selloff, raising fears of future rate hikes despite the Fed holdin…
Shein posted a $99M Q1 loss ahead of its Hong Kong IPO, hurt by US de minimis removal, EU import fees, and a one-time accounting charge. Revenue growth slowed sharply amid tariff pressures and regula…
US stocks closed mixed Friday, extending weekly losses as Middle East tensions eased oil prices but kept safe-haven demand elevated. Fed rate-cut odds fell sharply on inflation and tariff concerns, d…
GM raised its 2026 outlook by $500M on lower tariffs and better margins, despite EV losses and a soft auto market. Analysts note higher oil prices could slow EV adoption and question Tesla's ability …
Trump Media considered charging up to $100K/month for faster access to Trump's Truth Social posts via a new 'Truth API' data feed, targeting traders and banks. TMTG shares dipped slightly amid the re…
Bitcoin faces pressure from trade war tensions and tariff hikes but shows resilience through increased mining activity and net long CME futures positions, suggesting professional buying and potential…
U.S. services sector expands for the 19th month with steady activity but faces rising inflation pressures from labor and copper costs amidst tariff uncertainties, while AI-driven data center growth s…
Global equity selloff and tariff fears have increased risk aversion, causing Bitcoin to drop sharply and threatening its recent recovery trend.
Investors pulled $26 billion from U.S. equity funds amid global tensions and tariff uncertainties, while sector funds, including tech, saw inflows. Job growth slowed, supporting expectations that the…
Large firms like Amazon and Nvidia thrive amid economic challenges, while small businesses face headwinds from inflation, tariffs, and cautious consumers, leading to job cuts and reduced spending.
Bitcoin rebounded above $90,000 after recent declines amid reduced risk appetite. U.S. stocks gained, led by the Nasdaq, while hawkish Japanese bond yields and tariff changes impacted global markets …
Apple reports Q4 2025 amid strong iPhone 17 sales, growing services, and tariff-related cost pressures. Positive momentum clouds some geopolitical and supply-chain risks.
Tesla's Q3 2025 earnings missed expectations with a 40% drop in operating profit due to tariffs and rising R&D costs. Despite early losses, shares rebounded on optimism around new vehicle launches an…
Tesla beat revenue and delivery forecasts with strong Model Y demand and robotaxi expansion but missed EPS estimates amid margin pressures from higher costs and tariffs, resulting in mixed investor s…