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Economy
Rising Inflation Fears Dampen Consumer Sentiment: What It Means for Markets

Consumer sentiment dips as inflation expectations rise to 3.8%. This could influence spending and corporate earnings.

Diana Kowalski • Apr 1, 2026
Economy
Fed Likely to Hold Rates as Iran Conflict Clouds Policy Debate

Geopolitical shock from Iran and oil above $100 push markets to price a Fed hold — implications for yields, growth vs. v…

Catherine Walsh • Mar 18, 2026
Economy
SEC Considers Ending Quarterly Reporting — What It Would Mean for U.S. Investors

The SEC’s review of quarterly reporting could cut corporate costs but weaken transparency — here’s what investors and is…

Diana Kowalski • Mar 18, 2026
Economy
SEC Weighs Ending Mandatory Quarterly Reports — Market and Disclosure Implications

The SEC is considering scrapping mandatory quarterly reports for U.S. and Canadian issuers. What that means for valuatio…

Diana Kowalski • Mar 17, 2026
Economy
No Oil Market Lifeline: Bessent's Stance Leaves Energy Prices to Market Forces - What it Means for Your Portfolio

Bessent rules out oil intervention, leaving markets exposed to geopolitical shocks. Here's how to position your energy t…

Tyler Brooks • Mar 16, 2026
Economy
Fed's Tightrope Walk: Can They Balance Rate Policy Amid Iran War Uncertainty?

With markets pricing a 100% chance of a Fed pause, the Iran conflict threatens to turn the 2024 victory lap into a 1970s…

Marcus Rivera • Mar 16, 2026
Economy
Fed's Tightrope Walk: Can They Tame Inflation Without Triggering a Recession?

With oil nearing $100 and PPI sticky at 2.8%, the Fed faces a binary choice at 3.75% rates.

Sarah Chen • Mar 15, 2026
Economy
The Punch Bowl Stays Empty: Hot PPI Data Forces Markets to sober Up

Stubborn wholesale inflation data dashes rate-cut hopes, sending growth stocks tumbling as investors confront a 'higher …

Marcus Rivera • Mar 15, 2026
Economy
The 0.7% Stall: Trading the Shutdown Hangover

GDP revised down to 0.7% after shutdown shocks economy. Small-caps show resilience while Fed faces tough choices. Here's…

Tyler Brooks • Mar 14, 2026
Economy
Higher for Longer? Navigating the Fed's Rate Hold and Its Market Impact

With the Fed expected to hold rates steady, we examine the implications of a 'higher for longer' environment for stocks,…

Diana Kowalski • Mar 14, 2026
Economy
Economic Speed Bump: Will the Fed Hit the Brakes or Stay on Cruise Control?

Slower GDP growth and stubborn inflation have investors wondering if the Fed will pivot or stick to its 'higher for long…

Marcus Rivera • Mar 14, 2026
Economy
No Rate Relief? Iran War Throws Fed's Plans into Disarray

The Fed's hoped-for rate cuts are evaporating as Iran conflict spikes oil prices and Core PCE inflation hits 3.1%.

Marcus Rivera • Mar 13, 2026