The Fed Cut Rates. Why Are Mortgage Rates Still Going Up?
Mortgage rates are rising despite Fed rate cuts. Here’s why the bond market is fighting the Fed, what it means for your monthly payment, and whether you should buy or wait.
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ISM Manufacturing Data Breaks the Market: What the Selloff Really Means
Stocks tumbled Tuesday after ISM data confirmed manufacturing contraction. Marcus Webb breaks down what the market is getting wrong about rates, earnings, and the real risk to your portfolio.
Mortgage Rates Hold Near 7%: Why the Spring Housing Rebound Is Stalling
Mortgage rates hold near 6.9% as spring housing season stalls. Here’s what the market isn’t telling you about the Fed, inflation, and where rates go next.
The Market Is Ignoring the Jobs Data. That’s a Problem.
The market is ignoring the quiet breakdown in the labor market. Marcus Webb explains why the disconnect between jobs data and stock prices is a setup for a correction.
Stock Futures Slip as Warsh’s Jackson Hole Talk Revives Rate Hike Fears
U.S. stock futures slip after Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech revives rate hike fears. Analysis of Iran tensions, bond yields, and portfolio strategy.
Oil’s Return as Headwind Keeps Bitcoin Stuck at $64,300 Ahead of Jobs Data
Bitcoin flat at $64,300 ahead of US jobs report as oil’s return as inflation headwind caps upside. Analysis of Hormuz, payrolls, and what it means for your portfolio.
Bitcoin, Ether Whipsaw Wipes Out $286M in Leveraged Bets
Bitcoin and ether whipsaw wiped out $286M in leveraged positions after the Fed’s rate decision, with nearly equal losses for longs and shorts. Analysis of the derivatives-driven cascade.
Bitcoin Holds $64K as Oil Surges and AI Shock Lingers
Bitcoin flat near $64K as Brent crude hits one-month high on US-Iran strikes and Kimi AI selloff lingers. A look at the crosscurrents for crypto and tech.
June Jobs Report: US Labor Market Cools But Holds Steady
June jobs report shows 206,000 new jobs added, unemployment dips to 4.1%. Analysis of Fed impact, wage growth, and market implications for investors.
Trump Renews Threat to Fire Fed Governor in Wake of Court Loss
Trump threatens to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook after court loss, raising fears over central bank independence. Markets react as legal and economic implications mount.
Tech Titans Tumble: Megacap Stocks Drag Markets Lower
Megacap tech and software stocks dragged Wall Street lower on Tuesday as rising bond yields spooked investors. Here’s what’s driving the sell-off and how to navigate it.
Explainer: Why the Fed’s 2025 Stress Tests Are Different
The Fed’s 2025 bank stress tests introduce a global recession with CRE stress, higher capital buffers, and liquidity add-ons. Here’s what changes and why it matters for markets.