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Macro pressures and Fed outlook could delay Bitcoin recovery while Galaxy pivots toward AI data centers.

It’s no secret that the Trump administration has consistently pushed the Fed to cut interest rates. Fed Governor Miran, one of the Fed’s most vocal advocates for lower rates, said at a Washington forum this month that he has scaled back his outlook from four cuts this year to potentially three, acknowledging the inflation picture had grown more complicated even before the conflict with Iran began. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent went a step further at a separate conference, saying cuts should come eventually but that waiting for clarity on the Iran situation is reasonable.

Chair Powell said in late March that policy is “in a good place to wait and see,” a view Governor Michael Barr and others have shared. In early April, St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem said he believes the current rate will likely remain appropriate for some time, though he left the door open to both cuts and hikes depending on how conditions evolve. Gov. Christopher Waller has warned that an energy shock on top of existing tariff pressure could produce a more lasting rise in inflation, drawing a comparison to the pandemic-era sequence of supply shocks.

The majority of investors don't see the Fed cutting interest rates again until October 2027, according to the CME FedWatch tool. The outlook for an extended rate pause comes as oil prices surge once more and inflation remains well above the Fed's 2% for the fifth consecutive year.

The CBOE Volatility Index (^VIX) is hovering near 18 on Wednesday morning, up roughly 1% as traders position ahead of the Federal Reserve’s afternoon policy decision and mega-cap technology earnings. The fear gauge closed at 17.83 on Tuesday, sitting inside the historically normal 15 to 20 band but well off the 31.05 peak hit on ... VIX Climbs as Fed Decision and Mega-Cap Earnings Keep Investors on Edge

Walmart and three other retailers get a confidence boost as April sentiment ticks up, even with gasoline and inflation pressures still looming.

The broad market exchange-traded fund SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) was up 0.02% and the actively tra

Treasury yields nudged higher but remained largely rangebound ahead of a rate decision and a Senate Banking Committee vote on the confirmation of Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh. The Fed is largely expected to hold rates steady again this month, with the last of Chair Jerome Powell’s press conferences set for 2:30 p.m. Eastern time. Powell, whose term as chair ends next month, is likely to be replaced by Warsh, who will face a vote prior to the end of the Fed’s two-day meeting in Washington.

The most widely followed gauge of market fear and uncertainty was pretty much unchanged on Wednesday, suggesting Wall Street was feeling relatively calm ahead of looming Big Tech earnings and the Federal Reserve's policy decision.

The Morning Bull - US Market Morning Update Wednesday, Apr, 29 2026 E-mini S&P 500 futures are little changed, with a gain of about 0.01%, as investors weigh steady interest rates against rising costs and geopolitical risks. The US Federal Reserve is expected to keep its key rate on hold, while the 10 year Treasury yield sits near 4.35%, a level that keeps borrowing costs for mortgages, credit cards, and businesses relatively high. At the same time, oil is in focus after US crude stockpiles...

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nVent Electric heads into Q1 2026 with sales seen up 36% Y/Y, as AI-driven data center demand and acquisitions fuel growth despite tariff pressure.

Wall Street is getting ready for one crazy Wednesday: A Federal Reserve meeting, a Senate committee vote on a new Fed chairman, and earnings reports from four Mag Seven companies after the closing bell. The Cboe Volatility Index, also known as Wall Street’s fear gauge, has tumbled from above 30 in late March to a more reasonable level of 18. Adding to the stakes: Never before have powerhouses Alphabet Microsoft Amazon and Meta Platforms all posted earnings on the same day.

US equity futures were mostly pointing lower on Tuesday as traders monitor developments on negotiati

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Investing.com -- China’s economy is facing a deepening rift between headline growth and labor market health. The nation posted a solid 5.0% year-on-year GDP print in the first quarter of 2026. But, underlying data reveal persistent weakness in employment, particularly among younger cohorts.

Commodities are in a really interesting spot right now. Even though we’re well into 2026, inflation is still stubbornly above the Fed’s 2% target. The Consumer Price Index hit 336.1 in March, jumping over 1% in just a single month. At the same time, the 10-year Treasury yield is sitting right at 4.32%. That is ... Commodity Prices Are Soaring Again. Here Are 3 ETFs to Ride the Trend

Small-cap value spent years playing second fiddle to large-cap growth, especially as everyone piled into just a few tech giants. But the vibe heading into the middle of 2026 is shifting. The Federal Reserve has been active, cutting rates down to the 3.50% to 3.75% range over the last year. Even with the 10-year Treasury ... 3 Small-Cap Value ETFs Poised to Outperform in 2026 as Fed Rate Cuts Accelerate Returns

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Volatility spiked in late March when the VIX reached 31.05 on March 27, 2026, before easing back to roughly 19.50, a level near the upper end of its typical range. The Federal Reserve has held its target rate at 3.50–3.75% since December 2025, and the 10‑year Treasury yield recently traded around 4.3%, within a 52‑week ... Treasury and Bond ETFs Are Back in Fashion: Here’s What to Own in April 2026

Pre-Market Stock Futures: Futures are trading lower on this Thursday, but what a difference a month makes: 30 days ago, the worries over inflation and the spiraling situation in Iran were weighing heavily on the stock market. On Wednesday, the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 hit new all-time highs, driven by hopes for an extended ... Here Are Thursday’s Top Wall Street Analyst Research Calls: Boston Scientific, Datadog, Deckers Outdoor, McDonald’s, Murphy USA, On Semiconductor, Palantir Technologie

Century Aluminum Co (NASDAQ:CENX) is among the best 52-week high US stocks to buy. On April 16, Century Aluminum Co (NASDAQ:CENX) announced that it had begun production at its expanded smelter plant in Mt. Holly, South Carolina. The company said that the expanded facility is expected to reach full production capacity by the end of […]

NexGen Energy has received final federal approval for its Rook I uranium project, clearing a major regulatory hurdle and allowing construction to proceed as planned from summer 2026. This approval meaningfully reduces regulatory uncertainty around one of the sector’s larger undeveloped uranium projects, sharpening the contrast with Denison Mines’ nearer-term Phoenix development path. We’ll now examine how this regulatory green light for Rook I shapes NexGen Energy’s investment narrative,...

OTIS' Q1 results show Service repair strength and modernization orders, but tariffs, investments and Middle East delays squeeze margins.

STLD and Nucor edged higher early Tuesday after both steel stocks broke out during Monday's regular session ahead of Steel Dynamics' late-day earnings report. Cleveland-Cliffs opened the first-quarter earnings season for the steel sector early Monday morning, signaling an improved outlook. Steel Dynamics' Q1 results showed a surge in earnings with a big assist from Trump tariffs.

Imperial Oil (IMO) in focus as oil prices stay elevated amid Iran tensions, with markets weighing energy risks, inflation pressure and global growth signals.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after Iran announced the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which triggered a sharp drop in crude oil prices and signaled an easing of inflationary pressures on operating margins.

The simple answer is "That's doubtful."

A major fire engulfed part of Viva Energy’s oil refinery in Geelong, heightening concerns around the supply of oil products in Australia at a time when availability has been stretched by the conflict in the Middle East.