Consumer Spending Eases
In October, Americans curtailed their spending, and inflation subsided as the economy shifted gears from a vigorous third quarter, according to analysts.
Go Deeper (3 min read)Back To Normal
Federal Reserve officials, in their recent policy meeting minutes, indicated a potential pause in rate increases. They emphasized proceeding carefully and expected upcoming data to clarify the extent of a slowdown in inflation amid higher borrowing costs.
Go Deeper (3 min read)Real Estate Is In Trouble
Mezzanine loans, known for their high interest rates and expedited foreclosure processes compared to traditional mortgages, have seen a notable surge in foreclosure notices.
Go Deeper (3 min read)How Higher Rates Could Be Good, Not Bad
Federal Reserve policymakers seem hesitant to increase interest rates again, and they don't anticipate lowering rates in the near future. When they do eventually consider rate cuts, they expect them to be relatively modest.
Go Deeper (3 min read)Private Equity Sours
The private equity industry, once the titan of the financial sector during the era of low interest rates, now grapples with a new reality as interest rates rise, potentially reshaping its operations and strategies for the foreseeable future.
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Households Are Not Cooling Down
By now, consumers were expected to reduce their spending for several reasons. Interest rates have risen, inflation remains high, pandemic-related savings have dwindled, and the labor market is showing signs of cooling.
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Peak Europe?
The European Central Bank (ECB) has hiked interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point to a historic high but indicated that borrowing costs in the eurozone may have reached their zenith, causing the euro to plummet.
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A Promising Shift in Japan's Stock Market
This year, Japan's stock market has experienced a significant surge, leading money managers to believe that this rally could have staying power.
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$ 100 Oil
A near-continuous surge in oil prices has driven benchmark Brent crude close to the $100 per barrel mark, presenting a fresh challenge for central banks as they grapple with rising inflation.
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China's Export Cool Further
In August, China saw its exports to the rest of the world decline for the fourth consecutive month, offering little relief from its deepening economic challenges and contributing to a gloomy global trade outlook.
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U.S. Economy Defying Predictions of Recession
There is a commonly held belief that economic expansions do not naturally come to an end due to their age but rather meet their demise at the hands of the Federal Reserve.
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