Economics

International Economics

Tariffs ‘The World Can Live With’: US-Japan Trade Pact Pushes Markets to Record Highs

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While 15% tariffs would be nothing to toast in normal times, it seems pretty good after Trump first threatened Japan with a 24% tariff rate.

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Real Estate

National Housing Crisis Masks Severe Rental Shortages

Prospective homebuyers and sellers are in a holding pattern, as persistently high mortgage rates and prices keep them from making moves.

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Banking

Inflation Data and Bank Earnings Kick Off a Crucial Test for Markets

The big US banks bested Q1 earnings expectations, and many observers expect big boosts to their Q2 trading desk revenues.

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Economics

Bet Your Bottom Dollar: Can the Sinking US Greenback Bounce Back?

The dollar is the most important currency on earth, adding up to 57.7% of global currency reserves in the first quarter.

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Real Estate

Saudi Sovereign Wealth Fund Plans Majority Stake in $1 Billion NYC Skyscraper

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The deal is with NYC real estate developer Related, which is seeking to capitalize on the return to office push in the economic metropolis.

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International Economics

Markets Stay Relatively Calm as Fragile Ceasefire Deal Follows Missile Strikes

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While the headlines screamed conflict, maneuvers by the US on Monday signaled to markets that the prevailing mood was one of compromise.

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Personal Finance

AmEx Platinum, Chase Sapphire Reserve Battle for Points in Upgrade Grudge Match

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The two cards both have steep annual fees that put them in direct competition for a spot in consumers’ wallets.

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Personal Finance

AmEx Platinum, Chase Sapphire Reserve Battle for Points in Upgrade Grudge Match

The two cards both have steep annual fees that put them in direct competition for a spot in consumers’ wallets.

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Inflation & Prices

Just How Much Data Does the Fed Need to Cut Rates?

Despite new data this week showing inflation has cooled, Powell and the Federal Reserve are still expected to hold off on rate cuts.

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International Economics

Washington Trade Talks With Beijing Drive S&P 500 Toward Record High

The on-off dynamic of the US-China economic relationship so far this year would make the writing rooms of most soap operas blush.

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