Fed held rates at 3.5%-3.75% in Warsh's first meeting, removed easing bias from statement. Dot plot removed this year's rate cut expectations, market eyes inflation and hike risks....
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US stocks fell Wednesday, Dow down ~500 points, tech led losses, Treasury yields surged. Fed held rates but dot plot hawkish, market priced in 2026 rate hikes, sentiment pressured....
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SGX Market Watch: UBS notes that if fuel prices remain high for an extended period, Asia-Pacific airline profits may face downgrade risk; Middle East conflict lifts oil prices and affects fares and lo...
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Fed Chair Warsh's debut sent hawkish signals: downplayed forward guidance and dot plot, stressed sticking to 2% inflation target, and announced five special task forces to advance communication, data,...
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Progress in US-Iran peace talks eases breakdown fears, boosting Asian stocks. Singapore STI up 0.22%; market watches PCE and AI sector movements....
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On Feb 21, the MAS Securities Market Review Panel announced a S$5 billion EQDP to boost the local stock market. Simultaneously, SGX will expedite and simplify corporate listing processes to attract mo...
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Extreme heatwave in Europe drives AC sales; single product monthly sales exceed 10,000. But installation costs up to €1,500, and electricity bills may increase by €100/month, creating a scenario of 'a...
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In the first half of 2024, U.S. equity financing costs surged to near year-end pressure levels, driven by SpaceX's IPO, leveraged ETF expansion, and rising valuations. The financing squeeze strains de...
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Tech rebound stabilizes U.S. futures; Iran negotiations contradictions heighten geopolitical risks. Nonfarm payrolls in focus this week as investors seek economic and monetary policy clues....
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Progress in US-Iran talks eases market fears; most Asian stocks rise. Singapore Straits Times Index up 0.22%. Japan stocks hit new highs, led by AI and semiconductor sectors. Market also watches PCE i...
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