Category: Economy

You know, lately I've been digging into what's happening with gold, and let me tell you, some experts are making some pretty bold predictions. The gold price forecast is definitely turning heads, with whispers of it potentially soaring to a staggering $6,000 per …Read more  »

The bond market reacted when the US-China 90-Day Tariff Truce was announced. This temporary break in the trade war between the world's two largest economies led investors to become a bit less scared about the future, causing them to sell …Read more  »

The recent turmoil in the bond market has understandably left many wondering about the future of interest rates. As of May 12, 2025, the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield stood at a notable 4.382%, signaling a period of stress in this critical sector of …Read more  »

When I first heard that the US tariffs are the highest in the last 100 years, my initial reaction was a bit of disbelief. Could it really be that we've gone back to levels not seen since the tumultuous times …Read more  »

Have you ever felt like two old friends, despite living far apart, finally found a way to make things a bit easier when they visit each other? That’s kind of what the new US-UK trade deal agreement, announced on May 8, …Read more  »

On May 7, 2025, the Federal Reserve decided to keep the key interest rate unchanged, maintaining it within the target range of 4.25% to 4.5%. This decision, while seemingly straightforward, sends ripples throughout our financial world, impacting everything from the cost …Read more  »

Are we about to see a surprise interest rate cut from today's Federal Reserve (Fed) meeting? The short answer is highly unlikely. While the market always holds a sliver of hope for a dovish surprise, expectations are overwhelmingly for the Fed to …Read more  »

The April 2025 Jobs Report reveals that the U.S. economy added a respectable 177,000 jobs, and the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.2%. This good news comes amidst concerns about the potential impact of tariffs on the economy, leaving the Federal Reserve …Read more  »

What's the vibe in the bond market for 2025? According to Morgan Stanley, it's all about being selective and flexible. With uncertainty swirling around U.S. fiscal policy and the economy, investors should carefully consider specific sectors like corporate credit, securitized credit, and emerging-market debt to …Read more  »