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(Bloomberg) -- Israel re-entered the global bond market on Tuesday, starting a dollar deal as it looks to bolster its balance sheet after more than 16 months of war.Most Read from BloombergNice Airport, If You Can Get to It: No Subway, No Highway, No BridgeSaudi Arabia’s Neom Signs $5 Billion Deal for AI Data CenterSin puente y sin metro: el nuevo aeropuerto de Lima es una debacleThe Forgotten French Architect Who Rebuilt MarseilleIn New Orleans, an Aging Dome Tries to Stay SuperThe country is o

Israel Back in Bond Market as Ceasefires Ease Economic Pressure

(Bloomberg) -- Israel re-entered the global bond market on Tuesday, starting a dollar deal as it looks to bolster its balance sheet after more than 16 months of war.Most Read from BloombergNice Airport, If You Can Get to It: No Subway, No Highway, No BridgeSaudi Arabia’s Neom Signs $5 Billion Deal for AI Data CenterSin puente y sin metro: el nuevo aeropuerto de Lima es una debacleThe Forgotten French Architect Who Rebuilt MarseilleIn New Orleans, an Aging Dome Tries to Stay SuperThe country is o
Bloomberg 28 minutes ago
Too early to see impact of US tariffs on world economy, IMF head says

Too early to see impact of US tariffs on world economy, IMF head says

U.S. tariffs are an "evolving story" and it is too early to assess their impact on the world economy, International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Tuesday. "So when I think of the impact on the world economy, my answer to you would be today, it's too early to say." Georgieva said the world economy appeared remarkably resilient, despite a series of unprecedented shocks.
Reuters 32 minutes ago
BOE’s Hawk-Turned-Dove Says Weak Demand Will Stunt Inflation

BOE’s Hawk-Turned-Dove Says Weak Demand Will Stunt Inflation

(Bloomberg) -- The Bank of England rate-setter who swung from its most hawkish to its most dovish position last week said she changed her mind because companies will struggle to raise prices as consumers pull back on spending.Most Read from BloombergNice Airport, If You Can Get to It: No Subway, No Highway, No BridgeSaudi Arabia’s Neom Signs $5 Billion Deal for AI Data CenterSin puente y sin metro: el nuevo aeropuerto de Lima es una debacleThe Forgotten French Architect Who Rebuilt MarseilleIn N
Bloomberg 2 hours ago
Oil Extends Advance as Lower Russia Flows Offset Trump’s Tariffs

Oil Extends Advance as Lower Russia Flows Offset Trump’s Tariffs

(Bloomberg) -- Oil extended the biggest gain in almost four weeks as tighter Russian crude supply overshadowed concerns over the fallout from President Donald Trump’s expanding tariffs.Most Read from BloombergNice Airport, If You Can Get to It: No Subway, No Highway, No BridgeSaudi Arabia’s Neom Signs $5 Billion Deal for AI Data CenterSin puente y sin metro: el nuevo aeropuerto de Lima es una debacleThe Forgotten French Architect Who Rebuilt MarseilleIn New Orleans, an Aging Dome Tries to Stay S
Bloomberg 2 hours ago
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Iran loosens import restrictions on foreign cars and iPhones, trying to mask its economic woes

Iran loosens import restrictions on foreign cars and iPhones, trying to mask its economic woes

All architecture student Amirhossein Azizi wanted for his 19th birthday was the latest iPhone — and for Iran's cash-strapped theocracy, it was just the gift they needed as well. An additional 450 million rials ($530) is required for import fees and registration on government-managed mobile phone networks. The purchase is only possible after Iran lifted import bans on expensive goods like foreign cars and new iPhones, yielding to public demand for the products while also trying to mask the dire straits of its economy.
Associated Press Finance 5 hours ago

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The US labor market isn't putting pressure on the Fed's plans to cut interest rates in 2025

The US labor market isn't putting pressure on the Fed's plans to cut interest rates in 2025

A strong January jobs report has investors believing the Federal Reserve likely won't be cutting interest rates in the near future.
Goolsbee says Fed 'may be on hold' for now but sees rates going lower in next 12-18 months

Goolsbee says Fed 'may be on hold' for now but sees rates going lower in next 12-18 months

Chicago Federal Reserve president Austan Goolsbee told Yahoo Finance Friday that the central bank 'may be on hold' for now, but he still sees interest rates moving lower over the 'next 12-18 months.'
Inflation fears rise to highest since Nov. 2023 as consumer sentiment hits 7-month low

Inflation fears rise to highest since Nov. 2023 as consumer sentiment hits 7-month low

The latest University of Michigan consumer sentiment survey showed more Americans are anxious about the inflation outlook.
January jobs report: Unemployment rate falls to 4%, wages rise more than forecast as US labor market remains resilient to start 2025

January jobs report: Unemployment rate falls to 4%, wages rise more than forecast as US labor market remains resilient to start 2025

The January jobs report comes as investors are closely watching for any clues about whether or not the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in 2025.
Americans looking for work haven't had it this hard in almost 3 years

Americans looking for work haven't had it this hard in almost 3 years

New data from the Labor Department showed the amount of Americans filing for continued unemployment benefits remains near its highest level in three years.
Why the labor market could be the only hope for another Fed rate cut

Why the labor market could be the only hope for another Fed rate cut

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell appears confident in the US labor market. But that means any signs of a slowdown could force the central bank to act.
Fed officials say they won't be rushed amid the Trump tariff turmoil

Fed officials say they won't be rushed amid the Trump tariff turmoil

Fed officials appear to have a unified message this week on the question of how they should react to President Donald Trump’s new tariffs: We’re taking our time.
Job openings hit lowest level since September

Job openings hit lowest level since September

Job openings declined in December from the previous month, reflecting a cooling labor market.
Mexico, Canada tariffs could quickly change the cost of your grocery trip in the months to come

Mexico, Canada tariffs could quickly change the cost of your grocery trip in the months to come

Mexico and Canada countries are two of the US's largest suppliers of agricultural products, meaning higher prices could hit Americans soon.
Manufacturing rebound flashes bullish signal for stocks

Manufacturing rebound flashes bullish signal for stocks

New data Monday showed that manufacturing activity was in expansion mode in January. Equity strategists believe that could be an early indicator of more S&P 500 earnings growth in 2025.
South Korea's top think tank lowers economic growth projection, citing Trump's tariffs

South Korea's top think tank lowers economic growth projection, citing Trump's tariffs

South Korea’s top economic think tank slashed its growth forecast for the country’s economy for the second time in four months on Tuesday, expressing concern about the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump’s expanding tariffs. The state-run Korea Development Institute now projects South Korea’s economy to grow by 1.6% in 2025, which is 0.4 percentage points lower than its previous estimate announced in November. Kim Jiyeon, a KDI economist, said the “deterioration of the trade environment” following Trump’s inauguration was a major factor.
Associated Press Finance 6 hours ago
Gold Mints a Fresh Record High Amid Tariff, Inflation Concerns—Watch These Price Levels

Gold Mints a Fresh Record High Amid Tariff, Inflation Concerns—Watch These Price Levels

Gold price surged to a fresh record past $2,900 Monday as President Trump announced 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports and investors brace for inflation data later this week. Monitor these important chart levels.
Investopedia 6 hours ago
Oil climbs on supply worries, Trump tariffs check gains

Oil climbs on supply worries, Trump tariffs check gains

Oil prices extended gains on Tuesday amid concerns over Russian and Iranian oil supply and sanctions threats, despite worries that escalating trade tariffs could dampen global economic growth. Brent crude futures were up 55 cents, or 0.72%, at $76.42 a barrel by 0717 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 50 cents or 0.69% to $72.82. ANZ analysts noted Russian oil production fell short of its OPEC+ quota in January, easing concerns of an oversupply.
Reuters 8 hours ago
Dollar little changed before Fed testimony, U.S. data

Dollar little changed before Fed testimony, U.S. data

(Reuters) -The U.S. dollar struggled for direction on Tuesday as markets became increasingly numb to U.S. tariff threats while awaiting testimony from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell later in the day and inflation data on Wednesday. Analysts said the risks of U.S. import duties remained, but there were good reasons to monitor fundamentals. Powell will deliver his semiannual monetary policy testimony before the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee at 1500 GMT.
Reuters 8 hours ago
Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures slip as Trump's tariffs and inflation prey on minds

Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures slip as Trump's tariffs and inflation prey on minds

Investors are braced for more Trump tariffs as focus turns to inflation and Fed Chair Jerome Powell's Senate testimony.
Yahoo Finance 28 minutes ago
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Fed to wait for months on next rate cut as tariffs risk inflation flare up- Reuters poll

Fed to wait for months on next rate cut as tariffs risk inflation flare up- Reuters poll

Faced with the threat of rising inflation, the U.S. Federal Reserve will wait until next quarter before cutting rates again, according to a majority of economists in a Reuters poll who previously expected a March cut. Economists have raised their inflation forecasts since U.S. President Donald Trump was elected, based on concerns his policies, particularly on tariffs, could re-ignite price pressures in the economy. After cutting rates by a cumulative 100 basis points between September and December, Fed officials, including Chair Jerome Powell, have recently said they are "not in a hurry" to lower rates further.
Reuters 10 hours ago