Federal Reserve
51 articlesVisitors can use the page to follow inflation mandate, bank supervision and Fed balance sheet, review examples and see how interest rate guidance, dot plot and quantitative tightening changes the way a product, rule, account or market signal should be interpreted.
S&P 500 Faces August Headwinds as Election and Fed Moves Loom
With the S&P 500 historically dropping an average of 18% in midterm election years and the Federal Reserve expected to raise rates, investors face heightened volatility as August approaches amid inflation and geopolitical risk
Kevin Warsh Did Not Impress the Bond Market -- 30-Year Yields Are Up to 5.2%. Here's What This Might Mean for Investors in These 2 ETFs.
Despite Kevin Warsh's hawkish rhetoric as Fed Chair, the FOMC's decision to hold rates steady and his nuanced comments have left investors questioning the Fed's resolve, sending 30-year Treasury yields above 5.2%
How to Prepare Your Portfolio for a Recession
With inflation at 3.5% and the Federal Reserve signaling more rate hikes, investors face renewed recession risk. Learn how to build a cash buffer, maintain diversification, and keep your investment plan on track during market volatility
30-Year Treasury Bond Yields Jump Following Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's News Conference
Long-term Treasury yields spiked to 5.23% after Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's latest remarks, raising questions about the Fed's inflation strategy and putting pressure on bond investors to reconsider risk and duration
Buffalo Niagara homeowners keep mortgage debt in check
Buffalo Niagara borrowers are not overextending on home loans, suggesting many households are keeping debt manageable even as higher borrowing costs and household expenses test budgets
Housing Debt Declines With Age, But Doesn't Vanish
Many Americans enter retirement still owing over $100,000 on their homes, forcing them to balance mortgage payments with reduced income and rising healthcare costs as they age
The S&P 500's Unbelievable Run Since 2023 and How Investors Should Handle Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt
Despite the S&P 500 doubling investor money since 2023, persistent concerns about inflation, interest rates, and AI-driven market risks continue to shape investor sentiment and challenge long-term decision-making
FOMC Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged Amid Historic Dissension
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark rate steady at 3.5%-3.75%, but a rare split vote with three officials pushing for a hike signals deepening divisions that could unsettle markets and complicate future policy decisions
Cooling Inflation Fails to Bring Relief for Mortgage Rates in 2026
June's PCE inflation slowed, but mortgage rates remain stubbornly high as oil prices and Fed caution keep borrowing costs elevated. Homebuyers hoping for lower rates may have to wait until inflation and global risks subside.
June PCE Price Index Posts Rare Drop, But Gas Price Relief Unlikely to Last
The PCE Price Index fell 0.1% in June, its first monthly decline since 2020, as a brief drop in gasoline prices offset other increases. With fuel costs already rebounding, inflation pressures for U.S. consumers are far from over
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's Press Conference Leaves Investors Frustrated
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's vague remarks on inflation and policy left investors searching for direction as Treasury yields surged and stocks fell, highlighting the market's discomfort with uncertainty from the Federal Reserve
Circle Faces Profit Pressure as Fed Holds Rates Steady
Circle's USDC reserve income remains stable after the Fed's rate decision, but falling token circulation and rising distribution costs could weigh more heavily on future profits than interest rates alone
What 40-Somethings' Portfolios Really Look Like
A significant share of Americans in their 40s have little or no retirement savings, with median financial assets well below expert benchmarks-raising questions about how this generation will fund their future needs
U.S. Stocks Slide as Middle East Tensions and Fed Uncertainty Roil Markets
Major U.S. stock indexes tumbled as oil prices spiked over 6% and investors braced for the Federal Reserve's policy decision, with technology and industrial shares hit hardest by renewed geopolitical risk and rate uncertainty
Breakfast News: AI Spend Splits Meta and Microsoft
Meta's free cash flow plunged 91% last quarter as it ramped up AI infrastructure spending, while Microsoft's strong earnings and capital investments sent its shares higher, underscoring diverging approaches to funding AI growth
Why the Fed's Policy Decision Is Just a Blip on the Radar for Investors
While the Federal Reserve's rate decisions often spark market headlines, long-term stock performance has historically depended more on disciplined investing in quality companies than on reacting to policy meetings
FOMC Interest Rate Decision Expected Today Amid Economic Uncertainty
The Federal Reserve is set to announce its latest interest rate decision as inflation runs above target and energy prices surge, but key economic data is missing, leaving markets and consumers bracing for potential volatility
Is Now a Good Time to Buy the SPDR Gold Shares ETF?
With inflation running above the Federal Reserve's 2% target and gold prices off recent highs, investors are weighing whether the SPDR Gold Shares ETF offers a timely hedge or faces headwinds from potential rate hikes
Fed Faces Historic Test as Rate Hike Odds Defy Market Signals
The Federal Reserve could break a 32-year pattern if it raises rates with less than 60% market expectation, putting its credibility and borrowers' costs in the spotlight as inflation and oil prices complicate the outlook
Nvidia, Oil Prices, and the Fed: A New Inflation Dilemma
Rising oil prices and surging AI infrastructure costs are forcing the Federal Reserve to rethink its inflation strategy, with potential consequences for investors in Nvidia and the broader stock market
Buffett's Cash Stance Raises Questions as S&P 500 Retreats
Warren Buffett's record cash reserve and cautious approach stand out as the S&P 500 posts back-to-back weekly losses and market valuations reach historic highs, leaving investors to weigh patience against risk
The Federal Reserve's Interest Rate Decision: What Investors Should Know
With the Federal Reserve expected to hold rates steady at 3.5%-3.75%, investors face a familiar dilemma: inflation remains high, but a rate hike could further strain the economy. Here's what's at stake for long-term portfolios and market stability
Average Net Worth of Baby Boomers
Baby boomers hold over half of U.S. household wealth, but the typical boomer's net worth is far below the average, with most assets locked in home equity and retirement accounts rather than accessible cash
Bank of America Flags August Risk as Stock Market Faces Headwinds
Bank of America warns that August could bring seasonal weakness for U.S. stocks, challenging investor optimism fueled by strong earnings and tech gains. Defensive assets like gold and Treasurys may see renewed interest if volatility rises
Fed Faces Tough July Rate Call as Inflation and Oil Prices Stir Debate
With inflation running above target and oil prices rising, the Federal Reserve's July meeting could set the stage for a rate hike or signal a longer pause, leaving markets and households bracing for shifting borrowing costs
Your Wealth Depends on the Stock Market More Than Ever
Americans age 75 and older face shrinking retirement account balances, with just 42% holding personal savings and most relying on Social Security and pensions to cover expenses as traditional income sources shift in retirement
AI Job Loss Fears Clash With Labor Data as Anthropic Revises Outlook
Anthropic's head of economics finds no broad AI-driven job losses in U.S. labor data, challenging dire forecasts even as hiring slows for young workers in tech-exposed roles
Robert Kiyosaki Buys Gold and Silver After Sharp Price Drop
Gold and silver prices have tumbled in 2026, testing investors' nerves as rising interest rates and policy uncertainty drive volatility. Robert Kiyosaki is buying the dip, but most retail investors are left questioning their risk tolerance
Is College Worth It? How Education Impacts Net Worth and Asset Ownership
Federal Reserve data shows U.S. households led by college graduates hold a median net worth over four times higher than those with only a high school diploma, with significant gaps in home values, retirement savings, and stock ownership
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh Draws Hard Line on Inflation in First Congressional Appearance
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh signaled a tougher approach to inflation in his first testimony to Congress, raising the prospect of policy changes that could impact interest rates, bond markets, and growth stocks
Page 1 by 2