Week of Aug. 25-29, 2025

Week of Aug. 25-29, 2025

August, one of the worst trading months for stocks, could end on a high note next week, now that investors have greater confidence a September rate cut may be on the table. In fact, if Nvidia ‘s earnings results and the Federal Reserve ‘s preferred inflation gauge next week confirm the latest rally, that could…

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Powell indicates conditions 'may warrant' interest rate cuts as Fed proceeds 'carefully'

Powell indicates conditions ‘may warrant’ interest rate cuts as Fed proceeds ‘carefully’

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Friday gave a tepid indication of possible interest rate cuts ahead as he noted a high level of uncertainty that is making the job difficult for monetary policymakers. In his much-anticipated speech at the Fed’s annual conclave in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, the central bank leader in prepared remarks cited…

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Japan CPI, Nikkei 225, Kospi

Japan CPI, Nikkei 225, Kospi

SHANGHAI, CHINA – AUGUST 14, 2025 – Tourists are visiting the Bund in Shanghai, China on August 14, 2025. Cfoto | Future Publishing | Getty Images Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed Friday as investors look to U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech at the central bank’s annual economic symposium, which could offer clues into the…

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Stock market today: Live updates

Stock market today: Live updates

Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., August 21, 2025. Brendan McDermid | Reuters U.S. stock futures were little changed Thursday night ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole on Friday. Investors will be seeking clues on the path forward for…

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