Federal Reserve
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Fed Dissenters Signal Shift as Iran War Disrupts Global Rate Outlook
Federal Reserve officials are challenging the bias toward rate cuts, citing geopolitical instability in the Middle East and rising oil prices as key threats to inflation targets.
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Why Bitcoin is struggling to hold its recent gains
Bitcoin faces renewed pressure as geopolitical tensions and Federal Reserve policies drive price fluctuations, testing key support levels.
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Jerome Powell to remain on Fed board, blocking Trump appointment
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell confirms he will continue serving as a governor after his term as chair ends, preventing President Trump from filling a key board vacancy.
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Mortgage Lenders Lead Market Rate Cuts Despite Federal Reserve Pause
Major mortgage lenders are aggressively cutting rates in May 2026, diverging from the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold steady, signaling a new competitive landscape for homebuyers.
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Global Mortgage Shifts and the Fragile Path to Home Ownership
As global mortgage rates hover near 6.38%, the interplay between central bank policy and housing affordability creates new challenges for the middle class.
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Dow Jones Slips as Energy Costs and Fed Policy Loom Large
The Dow Jones Industrial Average faces downward pressure as geopolitical tensions drive oil prices higher and investors await a pivotal Federal Reserve decision.
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Mortgage Rates Ease Amid Volatility as Geopolitical Risk Persists
Mortgage rates hit a one-month low on April 16, 2026, even as market experts warn that geopolitical instability and energy price shocks continue to dictate the unpredictable interest rate environment.
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Federal Court Blocks Trump Administration Subpoenas for Jerome Powell
A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration’s attempt to use grand jury subpoenas to compel testimony from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, marking a major victory for institutional independence.
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Gold Recovers After March’s Historic 15% Plunge, Tokenized Assets Surge
Gold has rebounded to $4,719 per ounce after experiencing its worst monthly performance since 2008. The precious metal saw a 15% drop in March.
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Powell: US Inflation Expectations Critical Amid Iran War
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warns that the US economy’s response to the Iran conflict hinges on inflation expectations as market sentiment shifts toward potential rate hikes.
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Gold Price Plummets, Notching Worst Weekly Drop in 40 Years
Gold has experienced its steepest weekly decline in four decades, falling below $4,300 amid rising bond yields and liquidity pressures.
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Gold Prices Fall Below $4,350 Amid Rising Inflation Concerns
Gold prices dropped below $4,350 per ounce, reversing year-to-date gains as investors focus on inflation and interest rate hikes.
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Silver Markets Reel: Margin Calls Mount After 5% Single-Day Plunge
A 5% single-day plunge in silver prices on March 19, 2026, has forced high-leverage traders into liquidations amid rising inflation and a strong U.S. dollar.
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Gold Slides Below $4,700 as Fed Hawkishness Trumps War Fears
Gold prices dropped sharply below $4,700 as the Federal Reserve’s hawkish stance and persistent inflation concerns outweighed geopolitical safe-haven demand.
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Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Inflation Fears, Signals Potential 2026 Cuts
The Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate at 3.5%-3.75%, citing persistent inflation and geopolitical shocks. Projections suggest a potential rate cut by year-end 2026, but market reactions remain cautious.