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Inflation Worries Drive Consumer Sentiment to Seven-Month Low

Americans are growing increasingly anxious about inflation, with the latest University of Michigan consumer sentiment survey showing a sharp decline in headline sentiment and a jump in one-year inflation expectations to 4.3%.

Oil Prices Dip as Trade War Concerns Weigh

Oil prices continue to decline for the third consecutive week due to US-China trade war concerns.

Coinbase Sued for Allegedly Selling Unregistered Securities

Customers sue Coinbase, alleging illegal sale of unregistered securities

Central Banks Head in Different Directions for 2025

The first central bank interest rate moves of 2019 suggest it will be a year of contrasting fortunes, with some major economies heading in different directions.

US Labor Market Continues to Show Resilience, Wages Rise

Despite lower-than-expected job creation in January, US unemployment falls to 4%, accompanied by strong wage growth and upward revisions to previous job gains, indicating labor market resilience and influencing Fed policy decisions.

US Stocks Tumble on Tariff Threats, Inflation Worries

US stocks fell Friday as investors reacted to the threat of more possible tariffs from the Trump administration, while digesting a jump in consumer expectations for inflation and the quickly overshadowed monthly jobs report. The S&P 500 (^GSPC) moved 0.7% lower, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) slid around 1%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI) also fell 0.7%.

Mortgage Rates Pessimism Grows, Home Price Optimism Rises

Today's high mortgage rates are deterring potential homebuyers and sellers. Fannie Mae's survey shows that only 35% expect rates to drop, down from 42% in December. Despite pessimism about rates, the Home Purchase Sentiment Index rose slightly due to optimism about buying and selling conditions and home prices.

Apple, Google, Nvidia, Intel Face China Antitrust Heat in Trade War

Amid the US-China trade war, tech giants Apple, Google, Intel, and Nvidia face potential antitrust investigations in China as retaliatory measures for US tariffs. Apple faces scrutiny over its App Store practices, while Intel's China revenue is at risk due to its reliance on the region. Google's presence in China is minimal, but Nvidia's AI strategy could be impacted by export restrictions.

US Consumer Sentiment Falls to Seven-Month Low as Inflation Expectations Soar

Inflation expectations rise to highest level since November 2023, leading to decline in consumer sentiment.

Oil Prices Fall for Third Straight Week on Trade War Concerns

Oil prices fall on trade war fears, set for third weekly decline