U.S. equities declined in recent trading as concerns grew that the Federal Reserve may raise interest rates before the year is out. The prospect of higher...
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August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
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Bank of Japan Rate Hike Seen as Near-Certain as Inflation Persists and Yen Weakens
Market analysts and investors have moved to near-consensus that the Bank of Japan will raise interest rates at its upcoming policy meeting, pointing to stubborn inflation...
ECB Expected to Cut Rates Again as European Inflation Cools
The European Central Bank is set to announce its latest interest rate decision, with markets widely expecting another cut as inflation across the eurozone continues to...
Strong Jobs Data Sends Stocks Lower — Here’s Why Good News Can Hurt Markets
A stronger-than-expected jobs report pushed U.S. stocks down in recent trading — a counterintuitive reaction that has a clear explanation rooted in interest rate expectations. When...