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S&P 500 Holds Strong Despite Decline in Semiconductor Stocks
Despite a downturn in semiconductor stocks like Sandisk, Micron, Nvidia, AMD, and Broadcom, the S&P 500 index is maintaining its strength, trading near record highs. Approximately 72% of S&P 500 stock
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ING: If the Fed keeps interest rates unchanged, the dollar will come under pressure and follow oil prices lower
ING Group said that if the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) keeps interest rates unchanged at its meeting this Wednesday, the dollar will come under pressure and may fall along with oil prices.
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Bitcoin Rises 0.2% to $64,244, Ethereum Dips to $1,904 Ahead of Fed Decision and Amid Middle East Tensions
Bitcoin (BTC) rose 0.2% to $64,244.18 and Ethereum (ETH) dipped to $1,904.82 on Wednesday, July 29. Crypto investors are closely monitoring the U.S. Federal Reserve's rate decision later today, with p
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Goldman Sachs: Fed's Decision Today Could Be Largest 'Surprise' Since 1997
Goldman Sachs stated that whatever the U.S. Federal Reserve decides today will mark the largest "surprise" at a non-rate-cut meeting since 1997. This assessment comes as interest-rate futures markets
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Silver prices hold steady amid renewed Middle East airstrikes and pending Fed rate decision
Silver September futures opened 0.3% lower on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at $57.38 per ounce, but prices are holding steady this morning. This stability comes amidst renewed airstrikes in the Middle Ea
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JPMorgan Chase The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged and provide forecasts of the market impact under various scenarios.
JPMorgan Chase The U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its upcoming meeting. Although the market has already priced in the possibility of an unexpected rate hike
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Gold Holds Firm Near $4,100 Ahead of Fed Rate Decision Amid Renewed U.S.-Iran Tensions
Gold August futures opened down 0.4% on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, but quickly rose to $4,090. Gold prices have remained steady near $4,100 for the past two weeks, even as the U.S. and Iran reignited a
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Former Kansas City Fed President Esther George Expects Fed to Hold Rates Steady Today, Cites Inflation Concerns
Former Kansas City Federal Reserve President Esther George expects the Federal Reserve to hold interest rates steady at today's meeting. However, she remains concerned about the duration of elevated i
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Oil Rallies After US Intercepts Iranian Attack; US Futures Waver Ahead of Fed Decision and Tech Earnings
Oil prices rallied after the US announced it intercepted an Iranian attack on military bases, signaling an end to the pause in fighting. Meanwhile, US equity futures wavered as investors awaited the F
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Economist Claudia Sahm says Federal Reserve Chair Warsh’s communication style has exacerbated market volatility
Claudia Sahm, chief economist at New Century Advisors, said that Federal Reserve Chair Warsh’s lack of transparency regarding the Fed’s policy approach has led to market uncertainty about the Fed’s in
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JPMorgan outlines S&P 500 scenarios for upcoming Fed rate decision, with a hawkish hold as its base case
JPMorgan has outlined its S&P 500 scenarios ahead of the upcoming Federal Reserve rate decision. The firm's base case, with a 50% probability, is a hawkish hold on rates, which it expects would leave
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Global stocks struggle as investors await Fed rate decision and key tech earnings amid AI valuation concerns
Global stock markets are struggling today as investors await the U.S. Federal Reserve's rate decision and earnings reports from tech giants Microsoft and Meta. Unease over AI valuations, particularly
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MFS Investment Management strategist Robert Almeida warns of tech profit squeeze, advises focus on capital cycle shift.
Robert Almeida, Chief Global Investment Strategist at MFS Investment Management, believes a profit squeeze is coming for tech companies. He advises investors to shift their attention from the Federal
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Bitcoin steadies above $64,000 as crypto market awaits US Federal Reserve interest rate decision
Bitcoin (BTC) is trading above $64,000, up 0.75%, as the broader crypto market shows mixed performance ahead of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision later today. US inflation at 4.1% keeps
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Markets Brace for Highly Uncertain Fed Decision; Some Investors Expect Rate Hike
Financial markets are preparing for the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision, which is being described as one of the most uncertain in years. A chorus of investors suggests that a rate hi
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U.S. stock futures were mixed following renewed attacks by Iran and a decline in the South Korean stock market, with market attention focused on the Fed’s interest rate decision and earnings reports from tech giants.
On Wednesday, U.S. stock index futures were mixed after oil prices rose following Iran’s resumption of attacks on the United States, while South Korea’s stock market fell due to a sell-off in chip sto
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US Mortgage Rates Rise Across the Board on July 29 Ahead of Fed Decision
According to Zillow lender marketplace data, average US mortgage and refinance rates increased across all categories on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. The average 30-year fixed rate rose 7 basis points to
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Tensions in the Middle East are driving up oil prices, and the Federal Reserve is weighing its interest rate decision
International oil prices have risen amid tensions in the Middle East. Meanwhile, the U.S. Federal Reserve is weighing its latest interest rate decision. In addition, shares of South Korean chipmaker S
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The Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision will kick off a period of frequent inflation and employment data releases over the next two weeks
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) of the Federal Reserve will announce its interest rate decision in the early hours of July 30, Beijing time. This meeting will not include the Summary of Econo
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Oil Prices Rise, Chip Stocks Decline Ahead of US Federal Reserve Decision
Oil prices gained, while U.S. stock futures largely moved higher. However, semiconductor companies Sandisk and Micron Technology fell in premarket trading, reflecting waning investor enthusiasm for th
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Markets Split Ahead of Fed Rate Decision: Kalshi Traders Favor Hold, Citadel Securities Expects Hike
Ahead of today's Federal Reserve rate decision, Kalshi traders assign a 77% probability to the Fed holding rates steady and a 23% chance of a surprise 25 basis point hike. However, Citadel Securities
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Fed Expected to Hold Rates at 3.5%-3.75%; Markets See 1/3 Chance of Surprise Hike, Focus on Chair Warsh's Message
The US Federal Reserve is widely expected to maintain its federal funds rate at 3.5%-3.75% in its upcoming decision. However, markets still price in roughly a one-in-three chance of a surprise rate hi
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Bitcoin Rises to $64,344 Ahead of Expected Fed Rate Hold
Bitcoin climbed 0.8% to $64,344 as the U.S. dollar weakened ahead of the Federal Reserve's upcoming rate decision. While markets widely anticipate no change in rates, any hawkish signals from the Fed
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Markets Brace for Unpredictable Fed Meeting Amid Expectations of Unchanged Rates, Chairman Kevin Warsh's Influence Noted
The U.S. Federal Reserve is widely expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its upcoming meeting. However, Chairman Kevin Warsh's influence has reportedly made the meeting unusually unpredictable,
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San Francisco Fed President Daly: To fight inflation, further rate hikes may be needed in the future
San Francisco Fed President Daly: To fight inflation, further rate hikes may be needed in the future
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Fed's Daly calls October jobs report 'good news,' but expresses concern over inflation outlook
Federal Reserve official Mary Daly stated that the October employment report was "good news," expressing optimism about the U.S. labor market. However, she emphasized that wage growth is not running h
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US October non-farm payrolls added 165,000, beating expectations, while Bitcoin prices held steady near $75,000
U.S. October nonfarm payrolls increased by 165,000, beating expectations, while Bitcoin prices held steady near $75,000. Data released by the U.S. Department of Labor on Friday showed that nonfarm pay
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Treasury and Fed Withdraw Plan for $250 Cross-Border Travel Rule Threshold
Treasury and Fed Withdraw Plan for $250 Cross-Border Travel Rule Threshold
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U.S. non-farm payrolls increased by 165,000 in October, far exceeding expectations, while the unemployment rate fell to 4.1%, boosting market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike in December.
U.S. non-farm payrolls increased by 165,000 in October, far exceeding expectations, while the unemployment rate fell to 4.1%, boosting market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike in December.
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Goldman Sachs lowers gold price target amid Federal Reserve's hawkish pivot: to $4,150 by end of 2026 and $4,800 by end of 2027
Goldman Sachs lowers gold price target amid Federal Reserve's hawkish pivot: to $4,150 by end of 2026 and $4,800 by end of 2027
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ING: US dollar could strengthen further if nonfarm payrolls data comes in strong
According to The Wall Street Journal, ING analyst Chris Turner stated that if the upcoming U.S. non-farm payrolls data comes in strong, it could reinforce market expectations for further rate hikes by
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Treasury traders increased bullish bets ahead of Friday's employment report as expectations for further rate hikes by the Federal Reserve continued to cool.
Treasury traders increased bullish bets ahead of Friday's employment report as expectations for further rate hikes by the Federal Reserve continued to cool.
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Democrats win control of Congress in US midterm elections, probability of a December Federal Reserve rate hike drops to 67%
Following the Democrats winning control of Congress in the US midterm elections, the probability of a Federal Reserve rate hike in December has dropped from over 80% to 67%, while the probability of r
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The Federal Reserve terminates enforcement actions against Allegiant United Holdings and Nano Banc
The Federal Reserve has announced the termination of its enforcement actions against Allegiant United Holdings, LLC, Nano Financial Holdings, Inc., and Nano Banc, with the related written agreements h
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Protos: US regulators question banks on Binance hack impact, lenders review security systems
Citing Reuters via Protos, following the hack on Binance, officials from the Federal Reserve and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency contacted banks to check for any unusual activity or serv
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Richmond Fed President Barkin: The Federal Reserve still needs to raise interest rates in the future, but the pace will remain gradual
Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin said he expects the Federal Reserve will need to raise interest rates further in the future, though the exact magnitude and pace remain uncertain. In an interview wit
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Richmond Fed President Barkin: Inflation is the most critical risk currently facing the Federal Reserve
Richmond Fed President Barkin stated that inflation is the most significant risk currently facing the Federal Reserve, noting that inflation is neither accelerating nor declining, and monetary policy
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Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack: Must Maintain Restrictive Interest Rates to Cool Inflation
Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack said interest rates need to remain restrictive to bring inflation down to the central bank's target, and more frequent adjustments would help reduce the risk of po
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Federal Reserve October Banking Survey Shows Tightening Credit Standards for Small Businesses and Commercial Real Estate
The Federal Reserve's October Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey (SLOOS) showed that U.S. banks further tightened credit standards for small and medium-sized enterprises, commercial real estate, and s
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Arthur Hayes: AI Giant Equity Dilution May Weigh on Stock Prices, Short-Term Bearish for Bitcoin, While Central Bank Bailouts Hold Long-Term Promise
Arthur Hayes: AI Giant Equity Dilution May Weigh on Stock Prices, Short-Term Bearish for Bitcoin, While Central Bank Bailouts Hold Long-Term Promise
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Donald Trump's special committee hearing regarding Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has been postponed to December 14.
The special committee hearing regarding Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, initiated by Donald Trump, has been postponed to December 14, White House officials revealed on Wednesday. Donald Trump esta
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Nick Timiraos: A Democratic Senate would pose the strongest check on Donald Trump's reshaping of the Federal Reserve
Nick Timiraos: A Democratic Senate victory would serve as the most powerful check on Donald Trump's reshaping of the Federal Reserve. If any Federal Reserve Board of Governors vacancies arise in the f
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Lombard Odier Economists: A Democratic Senate Win Helps Reduce Uncertainty Around Fed Independence
According to Dow Jones Market Talk, Samy Chaar, Chief Economist at Lombard Odier, believes that a Democratic victory in the Senate would provide a check on Donald Trump's key institutional personnel n
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According to a Federal Reserve survey on November 2, banks tightened their lending standards for non-bank financial institutions, which could restrict financing for Bitcoin investors.
According to a lending survey released by the Federal Reserve on November 2, banks tightened their lending standards for non-bank financial institutions, while demand from commercial lenders and priva
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U.S. Treasuries fell due to strong U.S. job openings data and oil price volatility.
US job openings data exceeded economists' expectations, indicating a still robust labor market, which could give the Federal Reserve room to raise interest rates to curb inflation. Meanwhile, oil pric
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U.S. factory activity strengthened in October, with the ISM Manufacturing PMI rising to 59.0, which could complicate Bitcoin's hopes for interest rate cuts.
U.S. factory activity strengthened in October, with the ISM Production Index rising to 59.0, potentially complicating Bitcoin's hopes for rate cuts. A report released by the Institute for Supply Manag
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Bitcoin Trades Near $77,500 as US Midterm Voting Begins, Influenced by Binance Hack and Macro Factors
Bitcoin traded near $77,500 on Tuesday morning as polls opened for the U.S. midterm elections, down about 0.6% on the day. The price action is pressured by factors including a record $6.3 billion Bina
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Nick Timiraos reposts a 2000 news article: Tech bubble executives ignored rate hike risks, companies went bankrupt nine months later.
Nick Timiraos reposted an old news story from 2000, recalling the tale of Sy Picon during the dot-com bubble. In January 2000, The Wall Street Journal reported that Sy Picon, founder of Sy Picon, a di
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The Federal Reserve's Goolsbee Sounds AI Inflation Alarm: Can the Crypto Market Hold the $75,000 Mark?
Chicago Federal Reserve President Austan Goolsbee warned that excessive market expectations for AI productivity could lead to rising inflation, forcing the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates, and potentially even triggering stagflation. This warning has garnered attention across global financial markets. Meanwhile, Bitcoin has experienced significant price volatility recently. After surpassing the $80,000 mark, the market is closely watching whether it can consistently hold the critical support level of $75,000 amidst macroeconomic headwinds.
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Previous, Forecast, Actual: These three numbers in the economic calendar are the market's script.
The economic calendar doesn't predict market trends; it merely answers "when, which country, and what numbers will be released." What truly drives prices is the difference between the actual value and the forecast. This article uses two sets of real data to illustrate how to read previous values, forecasts, and actuals, clarifies three common pitfalls—importance ratings, time zones, and revised figures—and provides a replicable weekly scheduling method.
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From Event to Your Screen: The Four Hurdles a Financial News Alert Must Clear
By the time the news is seen, half the market move has already happened. The problem often lies not in judgment, but in the sequence of information arrival. A financial news flash, from event occurrence to reaching the reader, must pass through four checkpoints: source coverage, deduplication and compression, traceable origin, and multi-language synchronization. This article breaks down this chain and provides three questions for ordinary investors to filter out noise.
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What is FED Coin? An Analysis of the Cryptocurrency of the Same Name and the Concept of the Federal Reserve's Digital Currency
The term "FED coin" carries a dual meaning within the cryptocurrency space: it can refer to low-market-cap cryptocurrencies circulating on the market, such as "Federal Reserve (FED)" or "FEDCOIN," which have no official affiliation with the Federal Reserve System and exhibit extremely low trading volumes; alternatively, it may informally refer to the concept of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) that the Federal Reserve is currently researching and exploring. This article will elaborate on the background, current status, and related developments of these two types of "FED coins" separately.
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Bitcoin Breaks $80,000: Buying Emerges Amid Volatile Federal Reserve Policy Expectations, Who's Positioning?
Bitcoin's price recently surged from around $63,000 in mid-August, briefly breaking above $81,000 on August 26, setting a multi-month high. This rally comes as market expectations for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy fluctuate; the CME tool still shows a high probability of maintaining current interest rates, but expectations for a rate hike within the year have increased. On-chain data indicates that large "whale" investors actively accumulated Bitcoin when it retested the $60,000 mark, while US spot Bitcoin ETFs also recorded strong net inflows, suggesting that institutional capital is a significant driver of this rebound.
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Bitcoin tops $80,000, expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike pause grow, who is actively positioning?
As of August 25, 2026, Bitcoin's price surpassed $80,000, marking its best week since 2023. This strong rebound comes as market expectations for the Federal Reserve to maintain interest rates in September are rising, with the probability of a pause in rate hikes briefly reaching 70%. Amid changing macroeconomic conditions and fluctuating ETF capital flows, large Bitcoin holders (whales) and institutional investors have emerged as the primary buying force, actively buying the dips and demonstrating a strategic willingness to allocate to scarce assets.
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The Nikkei 225 Index fell 5.76% from its previous close, currently trading at 57,557.09.
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ZEC (Zcash) is up 6.26% over the past 4 hours, currently trading at $1,330.13.
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AUD/USD fell 0.89% from its previous close, currently trading at 0.6946.
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Taiwan Stock Exchange Weighted Index fell 6.11% from its previous close, currently trading at 39,032.95.
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The Shanghai Composite Index fell 1.06% from its previous close, currently trading at 3,650.85.
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Brent crude was up 3.52% from its previous close, currently trading at $98.354.
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South Korea's KOSPI index fell 5.48% from its previous close, currently standing at 5,088.79.
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USD/KRW is up 1.16% from its previous close, currently trading at 1,356.9045
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Trump's policies and institutional participation drove Ethereum's sharp rally in August 2026, with its market cap reaching approximately $294.8 billion in November
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WTI crude oil is up 2.54% from its previous close, currently trading at $90.764.
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