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US Jobless Claims Hit 3-Year Low of 191,000

US unemployment benefit applications have fallen to their lowest level since September 2022, dropping to 191,000. This robust labour market data could influence the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision. Read the full analysis.

Bitcoin Rebounds as Dollar Weakens for Ninth Day

Bitcoin rose 0.28% to $91,878.30 on Wednesday, extending its rebound as the US dollar index fell for a ninth consecutive session. Global markets rallied on heightened Fed rate cut expectations.

US Private Jobs Fall 32,000 in November

US private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000 in November, the largest drop since March 2023. Economists caution against overreacting to the ADP data. Read the full analysis.

Bessent pushes for Fed 'veto' on regional presidents

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent proposes a three-year residency rule for Federal Reserve bank presidents, potentially increasing White House influence over the independent central bank. Read the full analysis.

Trump Hints Kevin Hassett as Next Federal Reserve Chair

Donald Trump strongly indicated Kevin Hassett will be his pick for Federal Reserve Chairman in 2026, criticising current chair Jerome Powell as 'incompetent'. Read the latest on the potential leadership shake-up.

S&P 500 Nears Record High After November Rally

Wall Street stages a dramatic recovery, with the S&P 500 closing November in positive territory. Discover how shifting investor sentiment and key economic data fueled the rally.

Atlanta Fed President Bostic Steps Down

Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic announces retirement, creating a key vacancy as Trump administration pressures the central bank. Read the full analysis.

RBA holds rates at 12-year high amid cost crisis

The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains its tough stance against inflation, keeping interest rates at 4.35% while households face mounting financial pressure from rising expenses across housing, utilities and essentials.

RBA Governor's sporting cliches amid rate pain

As the Reserve Bank governor deploys sporting metaphors, stretched Australian households face mounting financial pressure with no relief in sight for cost of living crisis.

RBA holds interest rates at 4.35% for fifth meeting

The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains current interest rates at 4.35% for the fifth consecutive meeting as inflation battle continues. Governor Michele Bullock signals cautious approach despite economic pressures.

RBA Holds Rates as Inflation Surprise Rattles Economy

The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains current interest rates despite unexpected inflation data, signalling cautious optimism amid economic uncertainty. Analysis of what this means for mortgages and the broader economy.

Barefoot Investor: RBA flying blind on rates

Financial guru Scott Pape delivers scathing assessment of Reserve Bank's interest rate decisions, claiming Australians are paying the price for economic mismanagement in cost of living crisis.

Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady

The Federal Reserve maintains current interest rates as inflation concerns persist and economic growth shows signs of slowing, creating global market uncertainty.

Fed's Powell: No Rate Cuts Until Inflation Cools

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers cautious message on interest rates, emphasising need for sustained inflation control before considering cuts. Market reactions and economic outlook analysed.

RBA holds rates steady, no cuts in sight

The Reserve Bank of Australia has dashed hopes for imminent rate cuts, maintaining current settings amid persistent inflation pressures and economic uncertainty.

Australian inflation drops to 4.2% - lowest in 2 years

Australian inflation cools to 4.2% in October, offering hope to households amid cost-of-living crisis. The Reserve Bank's interest rate pause appears to be working, but economists warn the fight against rising prices continues.

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