Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Tag: economic

Kevin Warsh Nominated as Next Fed Chair: What Does This Mean for Stanley Druckenmiller’s Influence?

Kevin Warsh's nomination as Fed Chair is backed by investor Stanley Druckenmiller, who emphasizes Warsh's nuanced approach to monetary policy.

JP Morgan’s Jamie Dimon Warns: Fed Independence at Risk Amid Trump’s Actions

Wall Street leaders defend Fed Chair Powell against Trump’s investigation, warning that undermining Fed independence could harm the economy.

Trump’s Bold Proposal: 10% Credit Card Interest Rate Cap – Will It Save American Consumers?

Trump proposes a 10% cap on credit card interest rates to address voter concerns, despite lacking government authority to enforce it.

Will Trump’s Economic Advisor Push for Over 1% Rate Cut in 2026?

Stephen Miran calls for a significant interest rate cut to boost economic growth, asserting inflation is under control and growth is promising.

KOSPI Surges to Record High of 4309.63 on First Trading Day of 2026

The KOSPI index reached a historic high of 4,309.63 points, driven by strong individual and foreign investor activity on January 2.

US Federal Reserve Decides on a “Hawkish Cut”

The Fed cut interest rates by 0.25%, but dissent among officials suggests caution about future reductions amid economic growth.

Will U.S. Inflation Save Jobs? Insights from Morgan Stanley’s 2025 Economic Forecast

U.S. tariffs may protect jobs as companies raise prices, potentially avoiding layoffs despite economic uncertainty, according to Morgan Stanley.

US Unemployment Rate Soars to 4.6%

U.S. unemployment rose to 4.6%, the highest in four years, as job losses occur amid a cooling job market and federal cuts.

China’s Trade Surplus Hits 1 Trillion USD: What This Means for Global Markets in 2025

China's trade surplus is set to exceed $1 trillion, leading to global tariff strategies against it amid concerns over currency undervaluation.

How the Latest Fed Rate Cut Affects Your Investments: Insights for Asian Markets

U.S. stock indices rose as the Fed's less hawkish stance eased concerns, while Oracle's disappointing results impacted AI stocks.

Trump Criticizes Fed Rate Cut: Should It Have Been More Aggressive?

Trump criticized the Fed for a modest rate cut, advocating for more aggressive reductions to boost economic growth and ease debt.

Is the Yuan the Future? Russia’s Historic 200 Billion Yuan Bond Issue Explained

Russia issues yuan-denominated bonds to finance its war in Ukraine, strengthening ties with China amid Western sanctions.