Markets and Economy

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Jackson Hole Starts, Walmart Misses, Tech Retreats

The Fed's Jackson Hole symposium began amid concerns over Fed independence. Powell speaks tomorrow. Walmart earnings missed but many metrics were solid, and tech slipped again.

Looking to the Futures

Headline inflation for the United Kingdom posted its highest increase in a year and a half in July.

Health Care Sector Struggles as Pharma Tariffs Loom

U.S. health care stocks are having their worst year relative to the S&P 500 in years, and the next blow could be pharma tariffs. Still, some retail investors see opportunity.

Q2 Retail Earnings Preview: Demand in Question

Major retailers preparing to report are still facing uncertainty around tariffs' impact on prices and shopper demand. Fresh worries arose after disappointing July jobs data.

Inflation: The Heat Is On?

July inflation data emphasized that tariff-related price pressures are still with us, in addition to some heat in the services sector—making the road to Fed cuts a bit bumpier.

Weekly Trader's Outlook

Stocks meandered this week, up 1.00% on the week as markets digested a deluge of economic data, including two important inflation indicators.

Europe's Economic Future: A Bright Spot?

While growth may slow in the near term, Europe's longer-term outlook appears to be improving.

Bond Markets Reach a Turning Point

Despite inflation pressure, tariffs and immigration policy are leading to slower job growth and consumer spending, which may prompt the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates soon.

What Is the End Game for Tariffs?

Kevin Gordon joins Kathy Jones to discuss the latest economic indicators, including implications from the latest round of tariffs.

Fed Holds Rates Steady; Eyes Turn to September

Federal Reserve officials leave short-term interest rates unchanged but appear to open the door for a potential rate cut later this year.