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Retail sales declined 0.9% in January, more than expected. Economists see positive signs for inflation in the details, but remain cautious about the impact on GDP.

Published on: February 14, 2025, 07:03 PM UTC

US stocks were mixed on Friday as investors digested tariff hikes, inflation updates, and retail sales data. The S&P 500 gained 0.1%, on track for a record close while the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.3%. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell below the flatline.

Published on: February 14, 2025, 07:03 PM UTC

Tesla's stock has rebounded above its 100-day moving average after a brutal stretch, but challenges remain amid declining sales in China, falling used car prices, and new tariffs.

Published on: February 14, 2025, 07:02 PM UTC

Nvidia's latest equity holdings shake up the market: WeRide surges, Serve Robotics plunges

Published on: February 14, 2025, 07:02 PM UTC

President Trump plans to implement reciprocal tariffs, focusing on fairness in trade, instead of universal tariffs. This shift could affect the US economy in various ways, impacting consumers, businesses, and investors.

Published on: February 14, 2025, 07:01 PM UTC

Demand for leveraged loans is soaring, with prices rising as investors seek a hedge against inflation and flock to loans funded by Elon Musk's X Holdings buyout. As original issue discounts disappear, competition for discounted loans intensifies, leaving investors hungry for any alpha.

Published on: February 14, 2025, 07:00 PM UTC

Fannie Mae's $752 million credit loss provision due to fraud in multifamily lending business

Published on: February 14, 2025, 06:00 PM UTC

President Trump's new trade policy favors reciprocal tariffs over universal tariffs, aiming for fairness and trade equity. Studies and negotiations will commence to address unfair trade practices, with a focus on reciprocal measures rather than blanket tariffs. Experts debate the implications for consumers, businesses, and the economy, while Trump himself indicates a shift towards reciprocal tariffs as a more equitable approach.

Published on: February 14, 2025, 06:00 PM UTC

President Trump's efforts to lower interest rates are being challenged by stubborn markets, despite his push for deregulation and tax cuts. Rising bond yields, driven by inflation concerns, signal potential economic headwinds, raising worries about mortgage rates and business lending. Trump's frustration with the Federal Reserve highlights the limits of his control over long-term rates, potentially leading to further market volatility.

Published on: February 14, 2025, 05:01 PM UTC

Tesla stock rallies above 100-day moving average after hitting a 30% year-to-date decline; analysts remain bullish on the stock's long-term prospects despite recent headwinds.

Published on: February 14, 2025, 05:01 PM UTC