US economy
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Rick Rieder Emerges as Fed Chair Frontrunner Amid Rate Debate
BlackRock’s Rick Rieder has emerged as the leading candidate to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair, with President Trump expected to announce a nomination within days. This development comes amid the administration’s aggressive push for lower interest rates and…
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Ken Griffin Critiques Trump’s Davos Remarks, Tariff Impact
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin offered sharp criticism of President $1 Trump’s economic and foreign policy stances at the World Economic Forum in Davos, particularly concerning the proposed acquisition of Greenland and the detrimental impact of tariffs on American consumers.
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Russell 2000 Hits All-Time High Amid Shifting Market Correlations
The Russell 2000 small-cap index has surged to a new all-time high in early 2026, signaling a robust ‘risk-on’ sentiment. This rally, driven by anticipated fiscal stimulus, shows varied impacts across asset classes, with Bitcoin soaring while Ethereum’s correlation with…
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US Economy Sees Weakest Job Growth Since 2003 Amid Rising Unemployment
The U.S. labor market experienced its weakest non-recession job growth since 2003 in December 2025, adding only 50,000 jobs, a stark indicator of an economic slowdown fueling concerns for the Federal Reserve and American households.
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Millions Face Rising Health Premiums as Key ACA Subsidies Expire
Nearly 24 million Americans could see health insurance premiums soar by up to 75% in 2026 as pandemic-era Affordable Care Act tax credits are set to expire, profoundly impacting self-employed workers and retirees.
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Trump’s Bold Economic Gambit: Challenging the Fed, Credit Cards, and Housing Affordability
President Trump’s administration is aggressively targeting the Federal Reserve’s independence, proposing a 10% cap on credit card interest rates, and banning institutional investors from buying single-family homes to combat inflation and boost affordability, sparking both hope and concern among experts.
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US Jobless Claims Dip to 198,000 Amidst Sluggish Hiring and Economic Uncertainty
New data reveals a surprising drop in US jobless claims to 198,000, signaling low layoffs. However, this contrasts with broader indicators of a weakening job market, sluggish hiring, and Federal Reserve concerns about underlying economic fragility.
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Supreme Court Delays Tariff Decision: Trump’s Economic Future Hangs in Balance
The U.S. Supreme Court’s prolonged deliberation on the legality of President Trump’s sweeping tariffs has put global trade and the American economy on edge. With the President warning of dire consequences if the court rules against his authority, businesses await…
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Trump’s 10% Credit Card Interest Cap: Banks Vow Fight Amid Economic Fears
President Donald Trump’s executive order for a temporary 10% cap on credit card interest rates has sent shockwaves through the financial sector, sparking immediate market declines and strong opposition from banking associations who warn of dire consequences for consumer credit…
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US 10-Year Treasury Yields Dip Amid Venezuelan Tensions and Fed Rate Cut Hopes
The US 10-year Treasury note yield edged down to 4.17% amidst escalating geopolitical tensions in Venezuela and anticipation of crucial US economic data, with markets pricing in potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts in 2026.
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US Unemployment Hits Four-Year High as Job Growth Slows: November Jobs Report Reveals Deepening Labor Market Strains
The November 2025 US jobs report shows unemployment at its highest in four years and sluggish job creation, with federal data delays and sectoral shifts painting a complex economic picture.
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Trump’s Approval Rating Slips as Economic Concerns Erode MAGA Support
President Trump’s approval rating has dropped to new lows in late 2025, as economic anxieties and dissatisfaction within his core MAGA base challenge his political footing.
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Federal Reserve Cuts Rates Amid Deep Divisions, Future Policy Uncertain
The Federal Reserve approved its third interest rate cut of 2025, but deep internal divisions and political pressure have cast doubt on the future direction of US monetary policy.
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Powell’s Fed Balancing Act: Inflation, Jobs, and Rate Policy
Fed Chair Jerome Powell faces mounting pressure as inflation and job market goals collide, with the central bank debating interest rate cuts and the future of quantitative tightening.
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Dow Jones Surges Amid AI Boom and Shutdown Risks
Despite federal shutdown concerns and a cooling labor market, the Dow Jones and major U.S. indexes hit fresh highs, powered by relentless AI-driven capital flows and investor optimism. Experts warn of bubble risks, but most recommend staying invested until clearer…