Warsh’s Wall Street cred takes a hit as investors doubt the Fed chair’s inflation-fighting resolve
Kevin Warsh insists the Federal Reserve will do whatever it takes to reduce U.S. inflation to its 2% target, but investors aren’t buying it. Source:MarketWatch
The warning signal insiders are sending
Corporate insiders haven’t been this bearish in more than 20 years. Source:MarketWatch
Micron, Sandisk and other chip stocks get major boosts in the wake of Microsoft’s earnings
Microsoft is spending heavily on AI but is also taking a “responsible” approach to its financials, an analyst said. Source:MarketWatch
Mortgage rates jump to their highest level in a year and show few signs of falling
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday kept its benchmark interest rate steady, but political and economic developments are pushing mortgage rates higher.…
5 microcap software stocks expected to soar by triple digits as the companies’ sales pop
These companies are all expected to show very rapid revenue growth through 2028. Source:MarketWatch
Americans are spending plenty — but they’re saving much less
Consumer spending rose again in June to cap off a strong second quarter, but households had to dig deep into their savings to pay for their purchases after a…
Meta’s stock is falling hard. Here’s why the company is in Wall Street’s doghouse.
Meta’s spending on AI is ramping, and investors want proof that the company can make serious money in areas other than advertising. Source:MarketWatch
Why Microsoft’s stock is soaring toward a historic gain after earnings
The company’s cloud business is sporting impressive growth, and Microsoft expects to avoid heading into cashburn mode as it spends up on AI. Source:MarketWatch
Pioneering AI hedge fund with returns of 1000% since inception discovers the downside of leverage
AI wunderkind Leopold Aschenbrenner has reportedly asked investors for an injection of fresh capital, and offered them to opportunity to buy some of its assets…
GDP shows the economy grew 1.5% in the second quarter — but it’s even better than it looks
Consumer spending and business investment in AI drive the economy forward Source:MarketWatch
Fed-favored PCE inflation gauge falls for first time since pandemic, but danger far from over
Lower gas prices after temporary Iran truce tugs inflation lower Source:MarketWatch
Congrats, Gen Z, you’re turning 30. Here are the most important money moves to make next.
Your parents may have shared advice that was fine when they were 30, but “the world has changed significantly” since then. Source:MarketWatch