Macro

Oil Climbs as Hopes for Imminent Strait of Hormuz Deal Fade

Crude climbs above $84 in the U.S. and past $89 internationally as hopes for an imminent Strait of Hormuz reopening deal collapse into deadlock.

US Existing Home Sales Fall 1.7% in July as Record Prices Deter Buyers

US existing home sales dropped 1.7% in July as record prices and the highest mortgage rates in a year kept many prospective buyers out of the market.

Barclays Downgrades Gap and Under Armour in U.S. Apparel Retailer Reshuffle

Barclays cut its ratings on Gap and Under Armour in a reshuffle of U.S. apparel retailers, citing limited upside amid uneven consumer demand.

Oil Climbs as Hopes for Imminent Strait of Hormuz Deal Fade

Crude climbs above $84 in the U.S. and past $89 internationally as hopes for an imminent Strait of Hormuz reopening deal collapse into deadlock.

Hims & Hers Shares Slide as Weight-Loss Expansion Squeezes Margins Despite Revenue Beat

Hims & Hers stock fell after beating revenue estimates but posting a loss, as its costly expansion into weight-loss treatments pressured margins.

From 10% To 15%? What Sellers Should Do Now While Washington Signals A Higher Temporary Tariff Rate

With Washington signaling a jump from 10% to 15% in the temporary global import surcharge, here’s how sellers can protect margins and pricing now.

Oil Prices Breach $100 Mark Amid Escalating Iran Conflict, Sparking Global Market Jitters

Oil prices surge past $100 a barrel amid escalating Iran war, impacting global markets and leading to sharp declines in stock futures and rising gasoline prices.

De Minimis Is Still Suspended: How New CBP Entry Rules Are Rewriting Low-Value Imports

The U.S. de minimis exemption remains suspended. Here’s how CBP entry rules now treat low-value parcels, and what it means for Temu/AliExpress-style shipping.

Iran Conflict Fuels Inflation Fears, ECB’s Schnabel Warns of Upside Risks

ECB Executive Board member Isabel Schnabel warns that the Iran conflict is creating significant upside risks to inflation in the Eurozone, impacting energy markets and potentially delaying interest rate cuts.

Iran Conflict Sparks Global Oil Price Surge, Threatening Energy Stability

The escalating war between Iran and the U.S. has triggered a massive surge in global oil and gas prices, disrupting supply chains and threatening economic stability worldwide.

What The New 10% U.S. Import Duty Means For China-Linked Supply Chains

A practical guide to the new 10% U.S. import duty: who pays it, how landed costs change, and what China-linked supply chains should do next.

Turkey’s Borsa İstanbul Navigates Short Selling Bans and Lifts Amidst Economic Shifts

Explore the series of short selling bans and subsequent lifts on Turkey's Borsa İstanbul, driven by economic, political, and geopolitical factors, and their impact on market stability and investor confidence.

Global Markets Brace for Impact as US-Israeli Strikes on Iran Spark Widespread Concern

Global markets react with concern as U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran trigger widespread international condemnation and fears of a wider regional conflict.

Atlanta Fed Chief Bostic Issues Stark Warning on AI’s Potential Impact on U.S. Job Market

Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic warns that artificial intelligence could lead to higher unemployment rates, a challenge that monetary policy alone may not be able to address. Explore the potential economic impacts and policy implications.

Fed’s Goolsbee Urges Patience on Rate Cuts, Citing Persistent Inflation

Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee emphasizes caution on interest rate cuts, stating that inflation must show a clear path to the 2% target before further reductions are considered. He highlights concerns about services inflation and the risks of premature easing.

Israel’s Central Bank Holds Interest Rates Amid Escalating Iran Tensions

The Bank of Israel holds interest rates steady at 4% due to escalating geopolitical uncertainty surrounding potential conflict with Iran, despite easing inflation and a strong shekel.

Fed’s Waller Signals Potential Rate Pause: Labor Data Key to March Decision

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller suggests a potential pause in interest rate hikes at the March meeting, contingent on upcoming labor market data. A strong jobs report could lead to holding rates steady, while weaker data might prompt a cut.

IMF Advises Japan Against Sales Tax Cuts, Recommends Continued Rate Hikes

The IMF urges Japan to avoid sales tax cuts and continue raising interest rates, citing fiscal risks and the need for monetary policy normalization.

Fed’s Schmid Cautions Against Interest Rate Cuts Amid Persistent Inflation Worries

Kansas City Fed President Jeff Schmid warns against premature interest rate cuts, citing persistent inflation concerns and the need for a restrictive monetary policy.

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