US stocks open mixed after President Trump told Fox Business the 100% tariff on China “won’t stand,” calling high tariffs “not sustainable.” Futures turned higher on hopes of easing trade tensions ahead of a planned Trump–Xi meeting in two weeks. The optimism comes after a turbulent Thursday that saw credit fears hit regional lenders. Zions Bancorporation ( ... Show More
Feb 19
Walmart cautious, futures lower, Iran tensions rise
Futures point lower as investors weigh cautious guidance from Walmart and rising geopolitical risk tied to Iran. Dow futures fall about 166 points, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 also in the red. Markets are watching consumer data and oil prices for the next signal. Walmart mode ... Show More
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Feb 18
US lags global surge, valuation gap widens, Japan energy deal advances
Stocks are rebounding after another AI-driven sell-off, with housing starts and durable goods topping estimates despite December declines. Still, US equities are off to their worst relative start since 1995, as investors await the GDP report and reassess positioning. The S&P 500’ ... Show More
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Feb 17
Tech sell-off deepens, AI disruption debate, IPO window tested
Futures are lower after the holiday break, with Nasdaq 100 futures off about 0.7% as investors digest last week’s worst stretch since November. The AI transition remains the central driver, with traders watching earnings commentary and capital expenditures discipline for clarity. ... Show More
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Aug 2025
Dollar Drops, Gold Rises as Trump Ousts Fed's Cook
The dollar dropped and gold gained after President Donald Trump removed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, raising concerns about the independence of the central bank. A gauge of the dollar retreated 0.3% as Cook will be removed from the position effective immediately, according ... Show More
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Oct 2024
10-10-24 Rising Volatility, China Stimulus, & Storms' Economic Surge - What They Mean For Portfolios
All was not hunky-dory in the recent Fed meeting, as the FOMC Meeting minutes reveal a split-decision on lowering rates by 50-bps vs 25-bps. Meanwhile, in the markets, the S&P is having its Best Year Ever since the "turn of the century." The current, rising wedge is both a bullis ... Show More
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