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Economy

New Tariffs on Iran Weapons Suppliers: Assessing the Trade Policy Impact on US Markets

Exploring the implications of new 50% tariffs on nations supplying Iran with weapons and how it affects US markets.

Diana Kowalski • Apr 8, 2026
Economy

Consumer Resilience Fuels Economy: Impacts on Fed Policy and Stock Performance

Strong retail sales signal consumer resilience, influencing Fed policy and benefitting key sectors like consumer discretionary.

Diana Kowalski • Apr 8, 2026
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. value, and sector pos…

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 issuers should prepare…

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 valuation, volatility and in…

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 trades now.

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-style nightmare.

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 for longer' reality.

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 how to trade it.

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, bonds, and real est…

Diana Kowalski • Mar 14, 2026