U.S. equities pulled back in recent trading as investors held off on large bets ahead of two major catalysts: the Federal Reserve’s latest policy decision and...
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August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
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Bank of Canada Holds Rates Steady as Inflation and Growth Outlook Remain Uncertain
Canada’s central bank left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at its latest policy meeting, citing a murky outlook for both inflation and economic growth. The decision...
Wall Street futures point to cautious open as investors weigh competing signals
U.S. stock futures traded in mixed territory ahead of the opening bell, reflecting investor uncertainty as markets balanced resilient economic data against lingering concerns about interest...
A Financial Crisis Whistleblower Warns of U.S. Economic Weakness Ahead
A figure known for raising alarms before the 2008 financial crisis is pushing back against the Federal Reserve’s rationale for keeping interest rates elevated, arguing the...