Late last year, it seemed like the Federal Reserve had pulled off the unlikely — tamping down the highest inflation in four decades without triggering a recession, an outcome known as a “soft landing.” Now, two months into President Donald Trump’s second term, that historic win could be reversed as a global trade war looms.
Investors look to Fed and Powell Wednesday for new clarity as markets waver
The Federal Reserve is widely expected to hold interest rates steady Wednesday as policymakers stay cautious amid the uncertainty of President Trump’s economic policies.
Indonesia Holds Rate Steady to Back Rupiah After Market Rout
(Bloomberg) -- Indonesia’s central bank kept its key interest rate unchanged for a second straight month, seeking to safeguard the rupiah after concerns about the economy’s outlook triggered a market selloff this week.Most Read from BloombergNYC Plans for Flood Protection Without Federal FundsDespite Cost-Cutting Moves, Trump Plans to Remake DC in His StyleA Malibu Model for Residents on the Fire FrontlinesThe Scary Thing About the Wildfire That Was StoppedBank Indonesia kept the BI-Rate at 5.75
Gravity may be finally catching up to Elon Musk as Tesla stock tumbles
Elon Musk’s DC power grab hasn’t been the Tesla booster investors were expecting.
Riskiest Stocks Are Sending Up a Flare Around Factory Activity
(Bloomberg) -- Shares of small US companies, one of the riskiest areas of the stock market, are striking a worrisome note for a vital part of the country’s economy.Most Read from BloombergNYC Plans for Flood Protection Without Federal FundsDespite Cost-Cutting Moves, Trump Plans to Remake DC in His StyleA Malibu Model for Residents on the Fire FrontlinesThe Scary Thing About the Wildfire That Was StoppedThe Russell 2000 Index is solidly in correction territory, down 16% from its peak in 2021, wi
European markets subdued as Israel raises tensions in the Middle East
Healthcare companies such as GSK plc and tech companies such as Siemens AG were among the top losers on European markets on Wednesday morning.View on euronews
Indonesia’s Wild Stock Moves Spark Fresh Investability Concerns
(Bloomberg) -- It wasn’t supposed to unfold this way. Just over a year ago, optimism about Indonesia was running high, with investors expecting Prabowo Subianto to extend former President Joko Widodo’s pro-business policies.Most Read from BloombergNYC Plans for Flood Protection Without Federal FundsDespite Cost-Cutting Moves, Trump Plans to Remake DC in His StyleA Malibu Model for Residents on the Fire FrontlinesThe Scary Thing About the Wildfire That Was StoppedInstead, they are now grappling w
3 Reasons to Avoid VRNS and 1 Stock to Buy Instead
What a brutal six months it’s been for Varonis. The stock has dropped 25.4% and now trades at $41.11, rattling many shareholders. This was partly driven by its softer quarterly results and may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.
3 Reasons to Sell WAT and 1 Stock to Buy Instead
While the broader market has struggled with the S&P 500 down 1.7% since September 2024, Waters Corporation has surged ahead as its stock price has climbed by 13.1% to $382.94 per share. This run-up might have investors contemplating their next move.
3 Reasons HY is Risky and 1 Stock to Buy Instead
What a brutal six months it’s been for Hyster-Yale Materials Handling. The stock has dropped 27.8% and now trades at $45.09, rattling many shareholders. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.