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US Inflation Exceeds Fed Target as Q3 GDP Surges to 3.4%
US inflation accelerated in September with the annual PCE rate at 3.6%, while third-quarter GDP grew at a stronger-than-expected annualized rate of 3.4%.
Wall Street Gains as Fed Holds Rates Steady; Oil Surges on Saudi Refinery Attack
Wall Street indices closed higher on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady at 3.75%-4%. Tech earnings, strong performance from Oracle, and a surge in oil prices following a Saudi refinery attack drove market sentiment.
US Federal Reserve Expected to Hold Rates Steady Amid Midterm Elections
The US Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady at 3.75%-4% ahead of midterm elections, while markets price in a December hike amid persistent energy-driven inflation and global economic shifts.
Foreign Bond Mutual Funds in Israel Suffer Steep Losses in 2026 Amid Rising U.S. Yields
Over 90% of foreign bond mutual funds in Israel recorded negative yields in 2026, driven by surging U.S. Treasury yields, persistent inflation, and heavy corporate debt issuance.
Shekel Surges 1% Against Dollar on Election Day as Global Markets Await Fed
The Israeli shekel strengthens sharply against the dollar and euro amid high voter turnout, defying global dollar gains as markets await the Federal Reserve decision.
European Stocks Trade Mixed as HSBC Shares Plunge 6% on Weak Earnings
European markets traded mixed on Tuesday as HSBC shares plunged over 6% on disappointing earnings, while investors awaited key interest rate decisions from the US Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank.
Tel Aviv Stocks Open Higher Ahead of Election Day as Markets Await Fed
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange marks its final trading session before national elections with positive arbitrage openings. Wall Street stabilizes as markets await the Federal Reserve decision.
Leader Analysts See 50% Chance Fed Will Raise US Interest Rates This Week
Leader Capital Markets analysts estimate a 50% chance the US Federal Reserve will raise interest rates this week, defying market pricing. The review highlights stubborn US inflation, robust activity, and a cautious stance by the Bank of Israel.
Asian Markets Slide and Oil Prices Retreat Amid Brazil Election Shocks
Asian markets opened lower and oil prices retreated following geopolitical tensions and a surprise presidential election victory for Lula in Brazil. Meanwhile, global investors await the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision.
U.S. Household Stock Exposure Hits Record 48.2% of Financial Assets
U.S. household exposure to stocks reached a record 48.2% of financial assets in Q2 2026, according to Federal Reserve data, driven by Wall Street gains and asset appreciation.
U.S. September CPI Set for Release as Inflation Expectations Accelerate to 3.7%
U.S. September 2026 CPI data set for release points to a potential inflation acceleration to 3.7%, pressuring the Federal Reserve ahead of its upcoming rate decision.
U.S. Bond Yields Hit 24-Year High as Markets Brace for Inflation Data
U.S. bond yields hit 24-year highs as markets brace for key inflation data and Federal Reserve policy updates amid ongoing geopolitical and trade tensions.
US Treasury Yields Hit 5.3%, Reshaping Global Capital Markets and Sectors
US 10-year Treasury yields hit 5.3% in September, driving a global shift in capital markets. Analysts examine inflation, debt supply, and sector vulnerabilities.
Trump Moves to Oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook Amid Rising Tensions
US President Donald Trump has launched a panel to investigate Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over mortgage application statements, sparking concerns over Fed independence.
U.S. Household Debt Delinquencies Reach Highest Levels Since 2010, Fed Survey Shows
A new Federal Reserve survey shows American household debt delinquency rates jumped to nearly 20% by the end of 2025, reaching the highest levels since 2010 amid high inflation.
US Dollar Holds Near Peak Levels as Shekel Remains Stable Against Major Currencies
The US dollar and euro remain stable against the shekel at 3.07 NIS and 3.44 NIS respectively, while the greenback holds near global peak levels following hawkish Fed minutes.
US Bond Yields Hit Two-Decade Highs as Experts Warn of Market Pressures
US long-term bond yields have hit nearly two-decade highs at 5.25%, prompting concerns from Meitav founder Zvi Stepak about global market stability, sticky inflation, and strategies for investors.
Trump Advisor Calls on Former Fed Chair Jerome Powell to Resign from Board
President Trump's economic advisor Kevin Hassett urged former Fed Chair Jerome Powell to resign from the central bank's board following a renovation cost report.
US Consumer Spending Slows as PCE Inflation Cools and ADP Reports 90,000 New Jobs
U.S. consumer spending slows in August as the Fed's preferred inflation measure cools, while private sector jobs unexpectedly rise by 90,000 in September according to the ADP report.
Fed's Williams Dims Rate Hike Odds for October Meeting
New York Fed President John Williams signaled no rush for a rate hike, sharply lowering market expectations for the October 28 Federal Reserve meeting.
UBS Market Review: Yield Curve Shifts and US Economic Outlook
UBS investment bank analyzes US government bond yields, arguing that a potential yield curve inversion does not necessarily signal a looming recession for the US economy.
Shekel Weakens as US Dollar Gains on Global Markets and Tensions Rise
The Israeli shekel weakened slightly as the US dollar gained amid rising geopolitical tensions and anticipated US economic data releases.
Trump-Xi Truce Is Tactical Only: Market Impacts Analyzed
Dr. Ilan Gildin of Karni Family Office analyzes global market impacts following the Trump-Xi summit, warning that the truce is merely tactical while currency and bond pressures persist.
Asian Stocks Rise on AI Demand as Oil Prices Fall Amid Supply Reports
Asian stocks rose Wednesday on AI demand, while oil prices dropped as Saudi Arabia resumed pipeline operations. US 20-year bond yields hit a record high.
Wall Street S&P 500 Forecasts Split as Bond Yields Surge Past 5%
Wall Street faces deep divisions over S&P 500 forecasts as US Treasury yields surge past 5% and the Federal Reserve initiates rate hikes, dividing analysts.
Asian Markets Mixed as Federal Reserve Implements First Interest Rate Hike
Asian markets showed mixed trends as regional exchanges reacted to the US Federal Reserve's first interest rate hike in three years. Hong Kong raised its base rate accordingly.
Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates by 25 Basis Points to 4%
The US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by 25 basis points to 4% in a unanimous vote, marking the first rate hike under newly appointed Chair Kevin Warsh.
Markets Brace for Fed Rate Decision; Wells Fargo Cuts S&P 500 Year-End Target
Global markets await critical central bank rate decisions as US Treasury yields hover near multi-year highs and oil prices fluctuate. Meanwhile, Wells Fargo cuts its year-end S&P 500 target.