Markets and Economy

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US

Panic Is Not a Strategy—Nor Is Greed

Panic is never a good investment strategy—nor is greed. Here's how disciplined investing helps navigate through volatile environments.

Markets and Economy

After Surprising CPI Surge, Wall Street Awaits PPI

Yesterday's sell-off, steepest in tech, reflected higher-than-expected growth in core consumer prices. The Producer Price Index (PPI) today could provide more inflation insight.

Futures

Looking to the Futures

Silver Futures (/SIZ26) are down over 6 percent Wednesday afternoon as investors shift toward interest-bearing assets amid a stronger U.S. dollar

Markets and Economy

Stocks Slip Early After Wholesale Inflation Surges

The core Producer Price Index had its biggest gain in four years, sending stocks down early, while yields fell sharply. A 1.3% increase for headline PPI was the second most ever.

Markets and Economy

CPI Next as More Big Banks, ASML Unveil Earnings

Market focus turns to inflation at 8:30 a.m. ET with September CPI. Analysts expect a 0.6% headline monthly rise. Chip equipment maker ASML and more big banks report, as well.

Markets and Economy

Banks at Starting Line to Launch Earnings Season

Banks might set the tone today as several report earnings a day before CPI data that could influence the Fed. Monday's session was light with bonds closed.

Company Earnings

Q3 Bank Earnings: Muddier Waters to Navigate

Amid potentially slowing IPO demand and the Fed's first interest rate hike in three years, the outlook for this quarter's bank earnings enters a more challenging phase.

Markets and Economy

Earnings Season, Inflation Data In-Focus This Week

Major banks kick off third quarter earnings season this week as markets grapple with elevated Treasury yields, energy supply disruptions, and ongoing geopolitical tensions.

International

How Do Rising Rates Impact Global Equities?

Rising rates can affect global equities. Learn why the pace of yield increases, earnings strength, and diversification matter.

Markets and Economy

Oil, Yields Loom Over Stocks Before Sentiment Data

Surging oil prices, elevated Treasury yields, and geopolitical tensions remain in focus as investors await consumer sentiment data and the start of a pivotal earnings season.

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