Berkshire Hathaway Cash Pile Hits Record $380 Billion After Continued Stock Sales
Berkshire Hathaway’s cash reserves climbed to a record $380 billion as the company extended its streak of net stock sales to 14 consecutive quarters.
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U.S. Inflation Climbs to 3.8% as Markets Weigh Rising Rate Risks
U.S. inflation accelerated to 3.8% in April, exceeding forecasts and fueling concerns that the Federal Reserve may delay or reverse expected rate cuts.
Traders Bet Fed Will Hold Rates Through 2026 After Inflation Data
Traders are betting the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged through 2026 following the latest inflation data. CPI figures showed moderating but still elevated price pressures.
Gold Suffers Worst Weekly Drop in Over 40 Years as War and Rates Hit Demand
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Nathan Cole
Gold recorded its steepest weekly decline in more than four decades, falling 11% to $4,488 per ounce. Rising oil prices and expectations of prolonged high interest rates weakened its safe-haven appeal.
Japan’s U.S. Treasury Holdings Draw Attention as Bond Market Risks Resurface
Japan’s massive holdings of U.S. Treasury bonds have come into focus as investors debate whether foreign selling could pressure global bond markets. Analysts say fears of large-scale liquidation highlight growing fragility in the world’s largest debt market.
Trump Administration Prepares to Nominate Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair
The Trump administration moves toward nominating Kevin Warsh as Fed chair, prompting immediate market reactions and potential political resistance.
Major Central Banks Issue Joint Statement Backing Fed Chair Powell
Global central banks issued a joint statement backing Fed Chair Jerome Powell and reaffirming support for monetary policy independence.
Gold Breaks Above $4,600 for First Time as Political and Geopolitical Risks Surge
Gold surged past $4,600 an ounce for the first time as investors rushed into safe-haven assets amid mounting political pressure on the Federal Reserve and escalating geopolitical tensions.
Fed Injects $31 Billion via Overnight Repo in Largest Single Liquidity Move Since COVID
The Federal Reserve injected $31 billion through overnight repo operations, the largest single liquidity boost since the COVID-19 crisis.
Gold Breaks $4,400 as Rate-Cut Bets Fuel Fresh Record Rally
Gold surged to a new all-time high above $4,400 as investors intensified bets on U.S. interest rate cuts, driving strong demand for precious metals. Silver also climbed to fresh peaks, reinforcing bullish momentum across commodities.
Trump Says Next Fed Chair Must Consult Him, Pushes for Rates at 1% or Lower
Trump says the next Fed chair should consult him and signals interest rates at 1% or below.
Bank of Japan Raises Key Rate to 0.75%, Ending Era of Ultra-Loose Policy
The Bank of Japan lifted its key rate to 0.75%, ending decades of ultra-easy policy as stocks rose, the yen weakened, and bond yields hit multi-year highs.
BOJ Set to Lift Rates to 0.75%, a 30-Year High
Japan’s central bank is poised to raise rates to 0.75%, a level not seen in 30 years, as inflation pressures and yen weakness persist.
Japan Signals First Interest Rate Hike in 11 Months
Japan may raise interest rates for the first time in 11 months as inflation and wage growth strengthen, signaling a gradual shift away from ultra-loose policy.
Turkey’s Central Bank Cuts Rates to 38% in Fourth Consecutive Reduction
Turkey’s central bank lowered its policy rate to 38% – its fourth consecutive cut and below expectations, as policymakers push ahead with easing despite persistent inflation pressures.