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First-home buyers defy affordability squeeze

Higher interest rates may be making it more expensive to service a loan but surging rents are prodding first-time home buyers into action.

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Asian Markets Mixed As Traders Weigh Rates Outlook

Asian markets fluctuated Monday as traders weighed the chances of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates this year after a forecast-busting US jobs report dented hopes for a first move in June.

International Business Times

People are poorer than at the last election and all Hunt can do is hope

Economic upticks are welcome but they won’t help the chancellor’s chances of retaining his seat

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March's Job Report: The Three Numbers That Should Matter The Most For The Fed And Wall Street

The Federal Reserve and Wall Street should look below the headline March jobs report released Friday to three numbers that matter the most for inflation and interest rates -- labor force participation, unemployment rate, and hourly earnings.

International Business Times

Stocks Settle Higher as a Strong US Labor Market Powers the Economy

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Friday closed up +1.11%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.80%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.28%. Stock indexes on Friday posted moderate gains. Stocks rallied Friday on optimism that strength...

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Dollar Ends Higher on US Labor Market Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday rose by +0.19%. The dollar on Friday garnered support after US nonfarm payrolls rose more than expected, bolstering expectations that the Fed will be in no hurry to lower interest rates. Higher T-note yields on Friday are also supportive of the dollar. In...

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Grain Update: Will the Corn, Wheat, and Soybean Markets Continue to Rally?

I joined Michelle Rook this morning on AgWeb's Markets Now to discuss the corn, wheat, and soybean markets. We also discussed today's jobs report, the rise in gold and oil prices, as well as interest rates and the livestock markets.

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Fed's Bowman: No Rate Cuts Yet, Time Not Right

Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman emphasizes cautious approach to interest rates, citing stable inflation and strong job growth.

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Construction boom helps fuel job gains in March

U.S. employers added 303,000 jobs last month, and the unemployment rate dipped to 3.8%. Construction companies added 39,000 jobs, despite high interest rates.

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Stocks Gain as US Labor Strength Signals a Strong Economy

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) this morning is up +0.88%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.58%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +1.15%. Stock indexes this morning are moderately higher on optimism that strength in the...

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Dollar Jumps on a Hot US Payrolls Report

The dollar index (DXY00 ) this morning is up by +0.48%. The dollar is moving higher today after US nonfarm payrolls rose more than expected, bolstering expectations that the Fed will be in no hurry to lower interest rates. Higher T-note yields today are also supportive of the dollar. Today,...

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US Hiring Blows Past Expectations In March

US hiring rose much more than expected last month, according to government data published Friday, increasing the chances that the Federal Reserve will remain on pause for longer as it weighs when to start cutting interest rates.

International Business Times

Equities Struggle, Oil Extends Gains On Middle East Worries

The threat of regional war compounded fears that the Federal Reserve would not cut interest rates as much as previously expected, with focus now on the release of key US jobs data later in the day.

Latin Times

Inflation could hit zero within months, defying Bank of England forecasts, City economists say

Interest rates cuts coming soon, say experts

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Reserve Bank Of New Zealand May Delay Rate Cut

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand may cut interest rates in response to economic challenges, with implications for borrowers and savers. Market eagerly await...

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Fed Comments Impact Global Markets, India Hints At Rate Changes

Global markets in Asia react to the Fed's comments, while India's central bank provides guidance on interest rates, impacting investor sentiment and market...

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Dollar Slower Lower Ahead of Friday’s Monthly US Payroll Report

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday fell by -0.10% and posted a 2-week low. The dollar had a negative carryover from Wednesday when Fed Chair Powell stated it would be appropriate for the Fed to cut interest rates “at some point this year.” The dollar fell to its lows...

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Dollar Slips on Lower Bond Yields and Stronger Stocks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) this morning is down by -0.28% at a 2-week low. The dollar has a negative carryover from Wednesday when Fed Chair Powell stated it will be appropriate for the Fed to cut interest rates “at some point this year.” Losses in the dollar accelerated today...

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Evening Standard

The biggest global economic issue today isn't interest rates. It's these banking rules

City Voices: Tight banking regulations are a big reason why growth has been lacklustre, but without them we risk another crash. How do we strike a balance?

International Business Times

Asian Markets Lifted By US Data And Fresh Rate Cut Hopes

Asian markets rose Thursday after US data provided a fresh indicator that inflation was easing and Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell soothed worries about the bank's plans to cut interest rates this year.

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Stocks Settle Mostly Higher as Powell Affirms Rate Cuts This Year

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) Wednesday closed up +0.11%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.11%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +0.21%. Stock indexes on Wednesday settled mixed, with the Dow Jones Industrials falling to a...

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Dollar Tumbles and Gold Soars to a Record High on Dovish Powell Comments

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday fell by -0.54%. The dollar retreated Wednesday after the US Mar ISM services index unexpectedly declined and after the Mar ISM services price paid sub-index fell to a 4-year low, dovish factors for Fed policy. The dollar extended its losses on dovish comments...

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Fed Chair Powell Emphasizes Independence From Politics

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell discusses Fed's non-political stance and cautious approach to interest rates at Stanford's Business, Government, and So...

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Investors Monitor Futures For Rate Outlook Clues

Investors are cautious as stock futures dip in the USA amid uncertainty over interest rates. Stay informed for potential market shifts.

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With Rising Debt, the U.S. Federal Government Is in Bad Company

Governments around the world have been on a borrowing spree, and prosperity has suffered.

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