Markets and Economy
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Weekly Trader's Outlook
Fed Chair Powell laid the framework for a potential September rate cut during his Jackson Hole speech, and markets responded with an end of week rally that pushed them mostly in the green.
Powell Time: Fed Chair Speaks After Rally Stalls
Stocks are on the rebound after falling all week as investors brace for this morning's speech by Fed Chairman Powell. It's unclear how much he'll discuss policy, if at all.
Health Care Sector Struggles as Pharma Tariffs Loom
U.S. health care stocks are having their worst year relative to the S&P 500 in years, and the next blow could be pharma tariffs. Still, some retail investors see opportunity.
Q2 Retail Earnings Preview: Demand in Question
Major retailers preparing to report are still facing uncertainty around tariffs' impact on prices and shopper demand. Fresh worries arose after disappointing July jobs data.
Inflation: The Heat Is On?
July inflation data emphasized that tariff-related price pressures are still with us, in addition to some heat in the services sector—making the road to Fed cuts a bit bumpier.
Schwab's Market Perspective: Downshifting
U.S. economic growth slowed decisively in the first half of the year amid concern about rising tariffs, although corporate fundamentals have remained strong.
Europe's Economic Future: A Bright Spot?
While growth may slow in the near term, Europe's longer-term outlook appears to be improving.
Bond Markets Reach a Turning Point
Despite inflation pressure, tariffs and immigration policy are leading to slower job growth and consumer spending, which may prompt the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates soon.
What Is the End Game for Tariffs?
Kevin Gordon joins Kathy Jones to discuss the latest economic indicators, including implications from the latest round of tariffs.