U.S. PCE inflation data will be watched in the coming week, alongside U.S. gross domestic product numbers, as investors continue to gauge the likely timing of the next Federal Reserve interest-rate cut. Source link
Speaking at an economics conference in suburban Boston, Bowman said that even after three quarter-point rate cuts in late 2025, the Fed’s interest-rate setting is still “moderately restrictive,” meaning that Fed policy is still leaning against inflation and economic growth. Source link
The WSJ Dollar Index rose 0.2% — up 10 of the past 13 trading days. Source link
Trump wants a loyalist. Senators want independence. Backlash to a Justice Department probe highlights how those goals are in conflict. Source link
With the Fed under pressure to cut interest rates more, its counterpart in Australia is facing a different dynamic with implications for global currency and fixed-income markets. Source link
Reporters in Boston and New Orleans bought the agriculture secretary’s suggested meal. Source link
The tariffs will allow President Trump to take a cut of Nvidia’s chip sales to China while putting off a decision about imposing higher taxes on the chip industry. Source link
If SpaceX, OpenAI and Anthropic go public, they will unleash gushers of cash for Silicon Valley and Wall Street. Source link
Under Bill Pulte, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have pulled away from efforts to help low-income people buy homes. Source link
To assuage cost-weary voters and combat inflation, the president has resorted to a mix of threats and punishments, targeting companies and policymakers alike. Source link