Federal Reserve

Economics

How Kevin Warsh Could Reshape the Fed

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During his confirmation hearing last week, Warsh hinted at an out-with-the-old-in-with-the-new approach to monetary policy.

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Real Estate

Wall Street Bonus Bonanza Flows Into US Real Estate Markets

A record year for Wall Street bonuses is driving real estate investment, from luxury coastal property to workforce housing in the heartland.

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Indicators

New Labor Data Rings Death Knell for the ‘Great Resignation’

Just 28% of workers say it’s a good time to find a quality job, down from 70% in mid-2022, according to data from Gallup.

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Inflation & Prices

Shock After Shock: Fed Fears Iran War May Fuel Higher Inflation

The Bureau of Labor Statistics said Wednesday that the producer price index rose 0.7% month-over-month in February, higher than expected.

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Inflation & Prices

Fed’s ‘Goldilocks’ Economic Strategy Disintegrating amid Hormuz Strikes

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Markets are pricing in practically no chance of a rate cut when officials meet later this month, according to the CME Fedwatch.

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Banking

Luxury Card Cage Match Heats Up With Rising Perks, Prices

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Credit card issuers are enticing big spenders with luxurious perks and prestige brands, funded in part by fees that are higher than ever.

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Markets

Limbo for Longer: Don’t Expect More Fed Rate Cuts Before Mid-2026

2026 presents a catch-22 for the Fed. It normally cuts rates to buoy hiring, which tightened last year, but that could drive up inflation.

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Advisor Upside

Munis, Mortgage-Backed Securities Among Advisors’ Top Picks for 2026

No reason to chase yield as advisors stick to quality fixed income.

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Banking

Freed from Asset Cap, Wells Fargo Ramps up Lending

Loans in Wells Fargo’s corporate and investment banking business climbed 14% in the three months through December.

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Advisor Upside

America is Still No. 1, Says Goldman Sachs

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Despite some minor risks, the American economy and markets are far from being in decline, according to the investment bank.

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