In a surprising turn of events, President Trump visited the Federal Reserve, signaling a potential thaw in tensions with Jerome Powell. The meeting was cordial despite previous criticisms, raising questions about future interest rates.
Global equities are on the rise as fresh trade deals, including a pact with Japan, boost investor confidence. With record highs in stocks and significant gains in Asia, the market is reacting positively to potential interest-rate hikes.
The second-quarter earnings season has kicked off with impressive corporate profits driven by consumer strength, but the stock market's muted response raises concerns about investor expectations. Despite a stellar 94.4% earnings beat rate in financials, stocks remain stagnant.
Major U.S. banks reported better-than-expected profits in Q1, but executives warn of looming economic challenges due to tariffs. Could this be a sign of turbulent times ahead for the financial sector?
A newly patched Windows vulnerability has been exploited in targeted ransomware attacks against IT and financial sectors. Discover how the threat actors operated and what it means for users.