Tag: Economic indicators
Chicago Fed President Goolsbee: Rate Cuts Tied to Inflation Progress
Chicago Fed President Connects Rate Decisions to Inflation ProgressFederal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee of Chicago recently addressed the public regarding the potential for future...
Fed Rate Projections Update: What to Expect Wednesday
U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is set to testify before a Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee hearing on "The Semiannual Monetary...
Predicting Low Volatility Before Federal Reserve Meeting
Federal Reserve meetings are notorious for causing market volatility, with investors eagerly awaiting announcements that could potentially move the needle on interest rates. However,...
March 2022: Consumer Sentiment Slumps with Trump Tariff Inflation
Consumer Confidence Plummets in March Amid Trump Tariff ConcernsThe latest sentiment survey from the University of Michigan has revealed a significant drop in consumer...
Economy Starting to Roll: Treasury Secretary Bessent’s Outlook
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently shared his insights on the state of the American economy at an Economic Club of New York event...
February U.S. Payroll Growth Falls Below Expectations
In February, job growth in the United States fell short of expectations, signaling a slight weakening in the labor market. Despite efforts by President...
Stronger Start: Analyzing Mixed Jobs Data Impact
The latest jobs report released today presented a mixed picture, leaving experts and investors on their toes. While the headline job creation numbers were...
Powell Speech Causes Bonds to Drop Off Morning Highs
Bonds Take a Hit After Powell's SpeechAs the morning progressed, bonds managed to maintain their gains following a positive jobs report. However, the situation...
February Jobs Report: What to Expect on Friday
On the bustling streets of New York, digital billboards at the Moynihan Train Hall display a captivating initiative from Governor Kathy Hochul, titled 'New...
Job Report Impact on Decent Recovery Sentiment
As the week draws to a close, all eyes are on the upcoming jobs report, set to make its mark on the market come...
Market Analysis: Factors Influencing Back-to-Back Losses
Market Analysis: Understanding the Factors Behind Back-to-Back LossesThe recent trend in the bond market has taken a turn, with the end of a 9-day...
Limited Market Impact from PCE Data Release
Limited Impact on Market Seen Following PCE Data ReleaseToday's market response to the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) data release has been rather subdued, contrasting...
Should You Care About the 10.5% Drop in New Home Sales?
New Home Sales in January See a 10.5% Drop: A Deeper DiveThe recent Census Bureau report on new home sales for January has caused...
Core Inflation Hits 2.6% in January: Fed’s Favorite Measure
In January, the Commerce Department released a report indicating that inflation had slightly eased, raising concerns over President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs. The personal...
First Quarter GDP Growth Forecast: Atlanta Fed Indicator Signals Negative Trend
The latest economic data for the first quarter of 2025 has raised concerns as a Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta indicator signals a negative...
Navigating Market Volatility: Analyzing Mixed Data Impact
Navigating Market Volatility: Analyzing Mixed Data ImpactIn the fast-paced world of market trading, every piece of data matters. Whether it's a slight uptick in...
Low Mortgage Rates Continue to Hold Steady
Mortgage Rates Remain at Multi-Month LowIn the world of real estate, mortgage rates play a crucial role in determining the affordability and accessibility of...
Understanding the Sharp Rally in Bonds
Bonds Rallying Sharply. But Why?The bond market is abuzz with activity as 10-year yields have plummeted more than 10 basis points, dropping below 4.30%...
Minimize Risk with Stable Morning Rally Movement
Market Update: Bond Prices Steady After Morning RallyIn the fast-paced world of financial markets, every move counts. The morning of February 20, 2025, brought...
Rising Mortgage Rates Impact Market Trends
Mortgage Rates on the Rise: A Closer Look at the Market ImpactAfter a brief reprieve, mortgage rates are on the move again, with lenders...
Annual Producer Prices: Decent Start and Higher Trends
Annual Producer Prices: A Promising Start and Growing TrendsThis morning, economic data unveiled a mixed bag of results, with weekly jobless claims meeting expectations...
Mortgage Rates Revert to Previous Levels
Mortgage Rates Revert to Previous LevelsMortgage rates experienced a significant spike yesterday in response to a higher inflation reading in the Consumer Price Index...
January Consumer Prices Soar 0.5%, Annual Rate Hits 3%
In January, consumer prices surged by 0.5%, surpassing expectations and intensifying pressure on the Federal Reserve to maintain interest rates. The Bureau of Labor...
Lowest Mortgage Rates Since December 17th
Mortgage Rates Fall to Lowest Levels in Nearly Two MonthsIn a surprising turn of events, the end of this week brought a pleasant surprise...
Fed rate cuts unlikely due to hot CPI, Powell cautious.
A pivotal shift in market dynamics has set the stage for a recalibration in Federal Reserve policy, as recent data points to a postponement...
Retail Sales Spark Logic in Paradoxical Rally
Retail Sales Spark Logic in Paradoxical RallyIn the fast-paced world of finance, yesterday's market rally left many scratching their heads in confusion. Driven by...
January Retail Sales Drop by 0.9%: Exceeding Expectations
In January, consumers exhibited a sharp decline in spending, hinting at potential economic growth challenges ahead, as reported by the Commerce Department. Retail sales...
Top Weekly Performance Following Negative Economic Data
What a rollercoaster ride it has been for the bond market this week. Just when it seemed like all hope was lost on Wednesday,...
Producer Prices Report Indicates Lower Fed Inflation Measure
The latest Producer Prices Report reveals a surprising increase in wholesale prices in January, suggesting a potential shift in inflation trends. The Bureau of...
Impact of CPI on Bond Market: Analysis and Reactions
On a chilly Wednesday morning, the financial world was abuzz with the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data release. The numbers were in, and...