Investing
US Debt Burden: The Era of Cheap Borrowing Ends
With US national debt surpassing $40 trillion, investors are growing wary. The days of cheap government borrowing are over as yields climb...
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Economy
Canada’s Economy: Inflation Rises, Stelco Fights, Mining Supercycle Declared
Canada grapples with rising inflation, a potential rate hike, and a steel trade dispute. Meanwhile, a lithium explorer faces legal battles as...
Finance
US 30-Year Mortgage Rate Holds at 7.40%, Highest in Nearly Three Years
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate remained at 7.40% this week, marking its highest level in nearly three years and concluding a...
Markets
European Stocks Face Subdued Open Thursday
European shares are expected to open on a tepid note this Thursday, driven by investor concerns over inflation, interest rates, and escalating...
Stocks
Stocks Plunge Worst Day Since July on Rate Hike Fears
U.S. stocks saw their sharpest decline since July on Wednesday, driven by inflation data and expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate hikes....
Markets
Gold Extends Losses on Fed Rate Hike Prospects
Gold prices fell for a third consecutive session on Wednesday, driven by investor speculation regarding another Federal Reserve interest-rate increase before year-end.
Stocks
Retail Giants, Fed Minutes Shape Wall Street’s Economic View
Home Depot and Walmart earnings, alongside Federal Reserve meeting minutes, will offer critical insights into consumer spending and interest rate policy this...
Finance
Mortgage Rates Inch Down After Six-Week Climb, Still Higher Year-Over-Year
U.S. mortgage rates saw a slight dip this week, offering a brief respite for homebuyers. However, borrowing costs remain elevated compared to...
Markets
Gold Dips as Gulf Tensions Persist, Rate Hike Fears Linger
Gold prices fell Thursday, reversing recent gains as stalled U.S.-Iran talks fueled concerns of sustained high interest rates.