Category: Economy

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  »

According to a recent analysis from JP Morgan, the Federal Reserve should not start cutting interest rates until the second half of 2025. This prediction comes as the Fed maintains a cautious "wait-and-see" approach, keeping rates steady for now amidst …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  »

Well, this is the question everyone's asking right now. With the recent implementation of widespread reciprocal tariffs, including a 10% baseline on almost all imports and much higher rates on goods from countries like China, the EU, and Japan, the …Read more  »

Let us explore the history of Federal Reserve interest rates, including some of the major changes and their effects on the economy. The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States, charged with managing the nation's monetary policy …Read more  »