2% target
US inflation rises moderately, consumer spending cools
U.S. prices increased moderately in June as the declining cost of goods tempered a rise in the cost of services.
U.S. prices increased moderately in June as the declining cost of goods tempered a rise in the cost of services.
The Nasdaq and the S&P 500 hit record highs on Wednesday as strength in Nvidia and other mega stocks supported Wall Street’s winning streak.
The Fed is almost certain to hold its benchmark overnight interest rate steady, with investors placing nearly a 100% probability on that outcome.
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged on Wednesday but took a major step towards lowering them in coming months.
Global equities were higher on Monday in muted trading ahead of the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday later in the week.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq extend gains as U.S. Treasury yields retreat on Fed’s rate hike stance.