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Fed’s Waller flags Iran conflict and labor risks as reasons to keep rates unchanged

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller signaled patience on policy, citing uncertainty from the conflict involving Iran and mixed labor market signals as reasons to hold the benchmark rate steady for now.

Apr 18, 2026 | 963

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Netflix signals new openness to M&A after testing the waters with WBD pursuit

After years of favoring organic growth over dealmaking, Netflix says it has strengthened its M&A capabilities during a run at Warner Bros. Discovery assets—hinting at a more flexible playbook as competitive pressures and capital capacity evolve.

Apr 18, 2026 | 840

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Tech stock rally broadens as software and semiconductors drive a standout week

A powerful advance in software and chip names, including Microsoft, Oracle and AMD, capped a strong week for tech as investors priced in resilient enterprise demand and AI-driven spending. The IGV software ETF and several semiconductor leaders extended April momentum.

Apr 18, 2026 | 792

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Markets extend rally as investors brace for a high‑stakes earnings week

With a powerful equity rally setting the backdrop, investors shift focus to a dense week of earnings reports, guidance, and inflation signals that could test sentiment across stocks, ETFs, and crypto.

Apr 18, 2026 | 767

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Stocks notch records despite Mideast tensions: what’s driving markets now

U.S. equities set fresh highs even as Iran-related risks linger and oil supply remains disrupted. Solid earnings, resilient economic data, and contained inflation expectations are keeping risk appetite intact.

Apr 18, 2026 | 624

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Fed surveys US banks on ties to private credit as regulators map risk

The Federal Reserve is gathering information on banks’ exposures and links to private credit firms, signaling closer scrutiny of a fast‑growing corner of finance and its potential to affect markets and lending conditions.

Apr 13, 2026 | 1260

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Kraken’s access to Federal Reserve payment rails renews debate over crypto risk and oversight

Kraken’s use of a Fed payment account via a banking partner has intensified scrutiny of how crypto activity interfaces with central bank rails, reviving questions about operational risk, consumer protection, and regulatory parity.

Apr 13, 2026 | 1199

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Mexico’s S&P/BMV IPC slips as risk appetite cools; investors gauge rates and inflation path

Mexico’s benchmark stocks index fell 0.41%, reflecting softer risk appetite as markets weigh global rate trajectories and domestic inflation dynamics. Investors assess positioning across equities, credit, and ETFs tied to Mexico.

Apr 13, 2026 | 1288

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March 2026 CPI: Energy and Travel Lead Price Pressures as Markets Reassess Path of Disinflation

The March 2026 U.S. CPI shows energy-linked categories and travel costs reaccelerating amid Middle East tensions, complicating the inflation outlook for stocks, bonds, and ETFs.

Apr 13, 2026 | 1283

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