U.S. stocks moved higher after a weaker-than-expected jobs report eased investor concerns that the Federal Reserve might raise interest rates further. Softer labor market data tends...
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August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
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Japan’s Rising Bond Yields Cast a Shadow Over U.S. Markets
Bond yields in Japan have been climbing sharply, and the ripple effects are reaching well beyond Tokyo — including into U.S. stocks and Treasuries. Here is...
Egypt’s Central Bank Holds Rates as Inflation Eases Toward Single-Digit Goal
Egypt’s central bank left its benchmark interest rates unchanged at its latest policy meeting, citing a slowdown in inflation and setting its sights on bringing price...
Softer U.S. Jobs Data Eases Pressure on Fed, Steadies Markets
A cooler-than-expected U.S. labor market reading has given the Federal Reserve more room to hold rates steady, while offering stock investors some breathing space after a...