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Fed hikes rates to 22-year high

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3 years ago

July 27, 2023

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates on Wednesday, bringing them to a 22-year high.

Fed Chairman Jerome Powell announced a quarter-point hike, taking the benchmark federal-funds rate to a range between 5.25% and 5.5%.
This marked the 11th increase in the past 12 meetings, following a brief pause in the previous month. Powell signaled the possibility of another increase before the year’s end as the Fed continues to grapple with stubbornly high inflation.

Powell stated that the process of reducing inflation to the target of 2% still has a long way to go.

The Fed believes that they will need to hold policy at restrictive levels for some time and may consider raising rates further if necessary. Despite the challenging inflationary environment, the Fed staff is no longer forecasting a recession, although they expect a noticeable slowdown in growth later this year.

Too strong economy

The strong economy, with robust job gains and moderate growth, has prompted the Fed to maintain a cautious approach to rate cuts. Powell ruled out the possibility of cutting rates this year, indicating that they would only consider cutting rates when they are comfortable doing so.

The higher interest rates could impact consumers, making borrowing for homes and cars more expensive, potentially dampening consumer spending. Credit card interest rates have also surged to the highest levels in recent years. However, the positive stock run has continued, with the Dow hitting its best streak since 1987.

The Fed’s next meetings are scheduled for September, November, and December, where further policy decisions will be made based on economic developments and inflationary pressures.

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RBA rate shock: ASX200, Gold and Crypto market

RBA’s interest rate shift impacts ASX200, AUD; gold/silver rebound analyzed amidst upcoming economic data and crypto market navigation.

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9 hours ago

February 10, 2026

Harvey Vargas

RBA’s interest rate shift impacts ASX200, AUD; gold/silver rebound analyzed amidst upcoming economic data and crypto market navigation.

The RBA’s latest interest rate decision has sent ripples through the ASX200 and AUD, leaving investors weighing what comes next. We break down how these changes could affect global equities ahead of this week’s crucial non-farm payroll and consumer price index releases.

Zoran Kresovic from Blueberry Markets shares his analysis on the rebound in gold and silver after recent market turbulence, and what factors could drive further gains or sell-offs in the commodities market.

We also dive into the current state of cryptocurrencies, exploring how investors can navigate volatility and what to watch as economic data continues to shape market sentiment.

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Dow hits record while tech stocks drive market gains

S&P 500 rose 0.7% with Nvidia and Broadcom driving gains; investors await delayed January jobs and inflation reports.

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10 hours ago

February 10, 2026

Harvey Vargas

S&P 500 rose 0.7% with Nvidia and Broadcom driving gains; investors await delayed January jobs and inflation reports.

The S&P 500 rose 0.7% on Monday, powered by gains in technology stocks, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average hit new heights. Investors are eagerly awaiting crucial economic reports this week.

Nvidia and Broadcom were among the standout performers, climbing 3% and 4% respectively, continuing the momentum from the previous session. The market rebound comes after significant losses earlier last week, with the Dow exceeding 50,000 for the first time ever on Friday.

Investors now turn their attention to the delayed January jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, due Wednesday, and the consumer price index for January, expected Friday with a 2.5% annual rise.

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Tech stocks slide as investors rotate into small-cap and value plays

Nasdaq drops 1.84% amid turbulent week; investors pivot to cyclical and value sectors from high-growth tech.

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1 day ago

February 9, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Nasdaq drops 1.84% amid turbulent week; investors pivot to cyclical and value sectors from high-growth tech.

U.S. equity markets wrapped up a turbulent week with mixed results. The Nasdaq Composite fell 1.84%, marking its worst week for large-cap technology stocks since November, while the S&P 500 remained largely unchanged. Investors are weighing concerns about artificial intelligence and potential overinvestment in high-growth areas.

Meanwhile, smaller-cap and value-oriented stocks continued to add to their year-to-date gains. Market participants rotated into cyclical sectors that had lagged, reflecting a shift in investor sentiment and appetite for risk outside the traditional tech heavyweights.

Analysts say this rotation highlights the broader market’s evolving dynamics, as growth concerns collide with opportunities in underappreciated areas. Stay tuned for further developments as the market digests these trends.

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