Consumer confidence, a pivotal barometer of economic health, has shown persistent signs of weakening in recent months, casting a shadow over the global economic outlook. Driven by a cocktail of persistent inflation, rising interest rates, and growing labor market anxieties, this decline signals a potential retrenchment in consumer spending, which
Shares of social network Snapchat (NYSE: SNAP)
jumped 8.3% in the morning session after the stock extended its positive momentum as the company confirmed its plan to release consumer-ready Spectacles in 2026 and announced a significant software update for its augmented reality glasses.
The crypto market in late 2025 has been characterized by a notable shift in sentiment. While September saw periods of correction, with Bitcoin (BTC) experiencing volatility and significant amounts of vested tokens entering circulation, these movements have underscored a deeper, more fundamental transition: from speculative fervor to utility-driven innovation. This
The non-fungible token (NFT) market, once a beacon of rapid innovation and astronomical valuations, finds itself in a deep "NFT Winter," a chilling period characterized by plummeting sales, eroding floor prices, and widespread investor disillusionment. This dramatic downturn is not an isolated event but a direct consequence of the broader
In a closed-door meeting, over 100 top business leaders, including CEOs from Fortune 500 companies, have unanimously voiced their concerns about the economic impact of President Donald Trump's policies.
The global economic landscape is increasingly shaped by the imposing shadow of tariffs, a macroeconomic lever wielded by nations to reshape trade balances and bolster domestic industries. Recent widespread tariff implementations, particularly from the United States, have sent ripples through international commerce, stirring concerns over decelerating GDP growth, escalating consumer
Washington D.C. - The U.S. Federal Reserve finds itself at a critical juncture, facing an economic environment that is increasingly raising the specter of "stagflation" – a challenging combination of elevated inflation and a softening labor market. In a significant policy shift, the Fed recently cut its benchmark interest
Shares of social network Snapchat (NYSE: SNAP)
jumped 3.8% in the morning session after an analyst note from JMP Securities highlighted positive feedback from major marketers about the platform's performance.
The performance of consumer discretionary businesses is closely linked to economic cycles. Thankfully for the industry, all signs are pointing up as discretionary stocks have gained 25.9% over the past six months,
beating the S&P 500’s 17.5% return.
The end of an earnings season can be a great time to discover new stocks and assess how companies are handling the current business environment. Let’s take a look at how Caleres (NYSE:CAL) and the rest of the footwear stocks fared in Q2.
The U.S. Federal Reserve’s recent decision to cut interest rates has sent a tremor of concern through financial markets, sparking fears of a potential return to stagflation—an economic phenomenon characterized by the unsettling combination of stagnant growth, high unemployment, and persistent inflation. This unprecedented monetary easing comes
In a highly anticipated move on September 17, 2025, the Federal Reserve announced a modest 0.25% reduction in the federal funds rate, bringing its target range to between 4.00% and 4.25%. This decision marks the first rate cut since December 2024, signaling a strategic pivot towards easing
As the financial world braces for a potential shift in monetary policy, expert predictions are coalescing around the short-term economic outlook following a hypothetical 0.25% interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. This anticipated move, while modest, signals a strategic pivot by the central bank from an aggressive stance
The financial world is abuzz following the Federal Reserve's decisive move to cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.25%, a pivotal shift signaling a more accommodative monetary policy amidst signs of a softening labor market. This reduction, the first since December 2024, has immediately sent ripples through the bond
The Federal Reserve recently initiated a pivotal shift in its monetary policy, enacting a 0.25% interest rate cut on September 17, 2025. This move, the first reduction since December 2024, lowers the federal funds rate to a target range of 4.00%-4.25% and signifies a strategic reorientation
