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Warsh advocates leaner federal reserve approach amid rising economic complexity

The new Federal Reserve Chair, Kevin Warsh, is signaling a shift toward a more streamlined and less communicative approach to central banking, marking a notable change in how the U.S. central bank engages with markets and economic policy. During his first Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting,......

Asian markets rebound after Israel Iran ceasefire agreement

Asian equity markets advanced after Israel and Iran announced a halt to direct military strikes, easing fears that had driven volatility across global financial systems. The de-escalation offered investors a temporary relief from energy supply risks and geopolitical uncertainty that had weighed on sentiment......

U.S. inflation rises while economic growth slows in first quarter

The United States economy showed mixed signals at the end of the first quarter of 2026, as inflation continued to rise while economic growth slowed more than expected. The latest economic indicators released on Thursday highlighted ongoing pressure on consumers and businesses, even as financial markets......

Trump and Warsh’s fates are now tied, for better or worse

The relationship between U.S. President Donald Trump and newly appointed Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh marks a significant shift in American economic policymaking, as the success or failure of the central bank is now more directly linked to the White House. Unlike previous Federal Reserve Chair......

Rising US Treasury yields increase pressure on Washington’s economic strategy

The sharp rise in U.S. Treasury yields is becoming a growing challenge for Washington, increasing pressure on the government’s economic strategy and raising concerns across financial markets. Investors have recently pushed yields on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note above 4.5%, reflecting uncertainty......

Gold falls to six-week low as US yields rise

Gold prices declined to their lowest level in six weeks as rising US Treasury yields and a stronger dollar reduced demand for non-yielding assets. The metal traded near 4,540 dollars per ounce after extending a month-long correction that has erased roughly 6 percent of its value. The downturn reflects......

Oil shock and Wall Street euphoria put global economy on recession watch

Global economies may be sleepwalking toward a deep recession even as American stock markets continue to set records, according to a warning from Amrita Sen, founder of Energy Aspects, who described the resilience of equity markets in the face of one of the worst oil supply shocks in history as "misplaced......

U.S. attorney says Fed inspector general findings will determine future of Powell investigation

A former federal prosecutor involved in a high-profile investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has stated that the outcome of an internal watchdog review will determine whether any further legal action is necessary. Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. Attorney appointed during the Trump administration,......

US stock futures climb as AI optimism tempers Middle East concerns

US stock index futures moved higher on Tuesday as renewed optimism around artificial intelligence helped offset investor concerns linked to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Market sentiment was supported by strong signals from major technology players, reinforcing expectations that......