FED
US business activity hits more than five-year high as inflation pressures build
US business activity accelerated sharply in September, but rising input costs, supply constraints and energy prices renewed concerns over inflation.
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Business News
Global Markets Cautious Ahead Of Jackson Hole Fed Signals
US equities declined amid inflation concerns and anticipation of Federal Reserve guidance, while Asian markets showed modest gains.
Business News
US Job Losses Weaken Labour Market, Dimming Fed Rate Hike Prospects
US employment unexpectedly contracted in July, while steep downward revisions and weaker labour participation reinforced signs of a cooling labour market.
FED
Investors await Fed decision
Global markets mixed; Fed decision, inflation data, and Big Tech earnings in focus amid semiconductor weakness and oil price plunge.
FED
Fed Holds Rates Steady as Reform Agenda Signals Hawkish Shift
The Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged at June’s FOMC meeting, while higher inflation projections, policy reforms, and supply risks reinforced expectations of tighter monetary…
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Fed Holds Fed Funds Rate at 3.50-3.75% Amid Elevated Inflation Risks
The FOMC maintained that US economic activity continued to expand at a “solid” pace. Growth remains supported by resilient consumer spending
Business News
US Jobs Surge to 15-Month High, Fed Holds Cautious Amid Iran War
The U.S. labor market rebounded in March with nonfarm payrolls rising +178K, the strongest gain since Dec-24.
Cost of Living
US Fed Holds Rates Steady at 3.50%-3.75%, Inflation Risks Loom
US Fed holds rates steady at 3.50%-3.75%, citing inflation risks and global uncertainties, with cautious outlook on future cuts.
FED
Fed Holds Rates Steady, Signals Balanced Risks as Dollar Weakness Supports Ringgit Outlook
The US Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged, citing balanced inflation and labour risks, while dollar weakness offers room for ringgit appreciation and limited impact…
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Fed Slashes Rates to 3-Year Low Amid Deep Internal Rifts on Inflation vs. Jobs
Divided Fed cuts rates 25bps to 3.5-3.75% for third time, signaling caution on future easing amid employment and inflation tensions.
FED
Oil Prices Rise as US Fed Cuts Rates by 25 Basis Points
The Federal Reserve lowered rates to 3.75–4.00%, ending quantitative tightening and signaling a shift toward economic support.
FED
Fed Set for Rate Cut Amid Political Pressure, Divided Outlook
The US Federal Reserve plans a rate cut amid political pressure and inflation concerns, signaling internal divisions.
FED
Fed Cuts Rates as Trump Pressures Central Bank; Energy Markets See Tailwind
Fed cuts rates by 0.25%, signaling more easing ahead, balancing jobs risk over inflation; energy markets see bullish demand boost.
Cost of Living
Markets Brace for Fed Rate Cut as Global Central Banks Hold Steady
Global markets anticipate a US Federal Reserve rate cut this week amid central bank meetings worldwide, reflecting economic resilience and inflation concerns.
Analyst Report
Cautious Sentiment Weighs on Markets as Weak US Jobs Data Spurs Fed Cut Bets
FBM KLCI ended flat at 1,578.2 as weak US jobs data dampened sentiment, fueling Fed rate cut expectations.
Appoinments
Trump Moves to Oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook, Sparks Legal Showdown
Trump moves to oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage fraud; Cook rejects authority, vows legal fight, markets react cautiously.