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$7 Trillion in Money Markets Could Fuel Stock Market Rally in 2025

As of August 7, 2025, an eye-popping $7 trillion sits idle in money market funds across the U.S., setting a new all-time high. With the Federal Reserve likely to cut...

Economic News • 173 days ago
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Markets Shrug Off Sweeping Tariffs as Bulls Prevail on Wall Street

On August 7, 2025, the financial markets demonstrated surprising resilience in the face of a potentially disruptive event: President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff regime, which took effect this week, targeting...

Economic News • 173 days ago
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Bond Yields Spike as 30-Year Auction Stumbles: What It Means for Markets

On August 7, 2025, the U.S. Treasury’s 30-year bond auction faltered, triggering a sharp rise in long-term bond yields and a ripple of unease through financial markets. The auction, which...

Economic News • 173 days ago
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Wall Street Optimism Hides Underlying Economic Weakness in 2025

As of August 7, 2025, U.S. stock markets continue to show impressive strength, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 sitting near record highs. But behind the bullish charts, economists and...

Economic News • 173 days ago
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Q2 Earnings Strong, But Caution Rising as Headwinds Loom

Despite an impressive round of Q2 2025 earnings, Wall Street is signaling increasing caution heading into the second half of the year. Most S&P 500 companies beat analyst expectations, but...

Economic News • 173 days ago
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AI Boom May Not Prevent U.S. Recession, Says Leading Economist

AI Boom May Not Prevent U.S. Recession, Warns Economic Strategist Despite the surge in AI investments and productivity tools, leading economist Peter Berezin has issued a stark AI boom recession...

Economic News • 174 days ago
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Trump Reignites Global Trade War with Sweeping New Tariffs

Trump reignites global trade war with an aggressive new tariff regime targeting over 20 countries, escalating trade tensions and threatening global economic stability. The tariffs, unveiled on August 6, 2025,...

Economic News • 174 days ago
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Fed’s Kashkari Leans Toward Rate Cut Amid Economic Slowdown Signs

Fed’s Kashkari rate cut commentary sparked financial market discussion on August 6, 2025, as the Minneapolis Federal Reserve President signaled openness to monetary easing. His remarks come amid signs of...

Economic News • 174 days ago
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Trump Levies Additional 25% Tariff on India Over Russian Oil Ties

In a controversial and politically charged move, Trump levies 25% tariff on India for continuing to import oil from Russia, intensifying trade tensions between the two nations. The tariff hike,...

Economic News • 174 days ago
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White House Imposes Sweeping Tariffs on 66 Countries in Global Trade Shock

In a bold and controversial move, the White House imposes sweeping tariffs on 66 countries, triggering global economic tensions and backlash from allies and trade partners alike. The decision, announced...

Economic News • 174 days ago
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SAP to Acquire Smart Recruiters in Strategic HR Tech Expansion Deal

SAP to acquire Smart Recruiters in a major HR software deal. Here's what the acquisition means for the future of enterprise recruiting and SAP's talent management strategy.

Economic News • 177 days ago
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Euro Zone Inflation Holds Steady at 2% in July, Defying Market Forecasts

Euro zone inflation holds steady at 2% in July, surprising markets that forecast a decline. Here's what’s driving the data and how the ECB might respond.

Economic News • 177 days ago
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BOE to Cut Rates Despite Inflation Spike, Markets Brace for Policy Shift

BOE to cut rates despite inflation spike—a move that would have seemed unlikely just months ago. But now, the Bank of England appears poised to reduce interest rates in its...

Economic News • 177 days ago
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BlackRock’s Rieder Says Half-Point Rate Cut by Fed in September Is Possible

BlackRock’s Rieder says half-point rate cut by the Fed is on the table for September. Discover how inflation, labor data, and policy expectations are driving the outlook

Economic News • 177 days ago
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Berkshire Hathaway Operating Earnings Dip 4% as Tariff Pressures Mount

Berkshire Hathaway operating earnings dip 4%, with Warren Buffett’s conglomerate citing tariff uncertainties and slowing demand. Here’s what the latest report reveals

Economic News • 177 days ago
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ChatGPT Users Now Send Over 2.5 Billion Prompts Daily – July 21, 2025

In a striking milestone that reflects the rapid integration of AI into everyday life, ChatGPT users are now generating over 2.5 billion prompts per day, according to OpenAI’s internal analytics...

Economic News • 190 days ago
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European Stocks Close Mixed as Ryanair Profits Soar, Stellantis Warns of $2.7B Loss – July 21, 2025

European markets ended Monday with a mixed close, reflecting ongoing tensions surrounding global tariffs and economic uncertainty. The STOXX Europe 600 wavered throughout the day and ultimately closed flat, while...

Economic News • 190 days ago
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Microsoft Races to Contain Global Cyberattack After SharePoint Breach – July 21, 2025

Just 24 hours after confirming a critical SharePoint breach, Microsoft is now in full crisis mode, racing to stop the cyberattack from spreading across its enterprise services. The company’s cloud...

Economic News • 190 days ago
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Astronomer CEO Resigns Following Coldplay ‘Kiss Cam’ Backlash – July 21, 2025

In a dramatic turn, Logan Reese, the CEO of data startup Astronomer, has officially resigned after public backlash stemming from a viral “kiss cam” moment at a Coldplay concert. The...

Economic News • 190 days ago
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Beef Prices Surge to 10-Year Highs, Echoing Egg Crisis of 2023 – July 21, 2025

Shoppers across the U.S. are experiencing sticker shock at the meat counter, as beef prices have surged to their highest level in over a decade. Ground beef, steak, and brisket...

Economic News • 190 days ago
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Ford Recalls 694,000 SUVs Over Fire Risk – July 21, 2025

Ford Motor Company has issued a massive recall affecting over 694,000 SUVs, including Bronco Sport and Escape models, due to a defect that could lead to engine fires. The recall...

Economic News • 190 days ago
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Stablecoin Regulation Bill Heads to Trump’s Desk After ‘Crypto Week’ Surge

House Sends Stablecoin Bill to Trump’s Desk, Capping Off a ‘Crypto Week’ of Wins In a major move for the crypto industry, the U.S. House of Representatives has officially passed...

Economic News • 193 days ago
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Travelers to the U.S. Must Now Pay a New $250 ‘Visa Integrity Fee

Foreign travelers applying for U.S. work or student visas will now face a new $250 “Visa Integrity Fee,” according to a recent DHS announcement. The fee is aimed at funding...

Economic News • 193 days ago
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Trade Between the U.S. and EU Is Massive—Here’s the Breakdown

The U.S. and European Union share one of the world’s most powerful trade partnerships, with over $1.3 trillion exchanged in goods and services annually. The U.S. exports aircraft, machinery, and...

Economic News • 193 days ago
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U.S. Jobless Claims Fell Last Week, Showing Labor Market Resilience

Weekly jobless claims in the U.S. dropped by 20,000 to a seasonally adjusted 222,000, signaling continued strength in the labor market. The decline marks the lowest level in over a...

Economic News • 193 days ago
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TSMC Profit Surges 61% to Record High, Fueled by AI Chip Demand

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) reported a stunning 61% jump in quarterly profits, hitting an all-time high. The surge is largely driven by booming demand for AI chips, with Nvidia...

Economic News • 193 days ago
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