The University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index for May 2025 climbed to 52.2, exceeding expectations and marking a notable turnaround from recent declines. This surge was fueled by […]
Federal Reserve Hints at Potential Rate Cuts by Year-End
Recent Federal Reserve meeting minutes suggest a possibility of one or two 25 basis point rate cuts before year-end, according to BlockBeats analysis. This expectation is slightly higher […]
FED Releases Meeting Minutes: Unclear Outlook, Cautious Approach
The Federal Reserve has released minutes from its recent interest rate decision meeting. Key takeaways include: participants expressed heightened uncertainty about the economic outlook and agreed a cautious […]
Kashkari Warns of Economic Uncertainty Amid Tariff Concerns
Despite a robust start to the year, Federal Reserve official Neel Kashkari has expressed concerns about the current economic environment. He points to unresolved tariff issues as a […]
Bitcoin Climbs Despite Economic Hurdles
Bitcoin surged to new heights last Sunday, sparking optimism in the market. However, this positive momentum was quickly met by roadblocks arising from the U.S.’s enforcement of chip […]
Bostic Hints at Limited Rate Cuts in 2025
Federal Reserve official Raphael Bostic has indicated that the number of interest rate cuts planned for 2025 might be limited, subject to how economic factors unfold. According to […]
Weakening Dollar & Stagflation Fears Cast Shadow Over Economic Outlook
The US Dollar’s recent decline, coupled with rising concerns about stagflation, raises serious questions about the future economic health. This situation is more than just a drop in […]
Federal Reserve Remains Steadfast: No Rate Cuts Planned This Summer
The Federal Reserve is holding firm this summer, rejecting calls for a rate cut in June or July. Analysts believe the Fed’s decision stems from recent progress on […]
Goldman Sachs Forecasts Lower Short-Term Treasury Yields Despite Steeper Yield Curve
Goldman Sachs anticipates a decline in short-term U.S. Treasury yields in the coming months, driven by expectations for modest economic growth. However, economists foresee a gradual steepening of […]
Federal Reserve Warns of Increased Economic Uncertainty
The Federal Reserve has underscored its ongoing concerns about the dual mandate’s challenges, highlighting heightened uncertainty surrounding the economic outlook in their latest statement. The statement emphasized increased […]
U.S. Consumer Confidence Hits Crisis Levels
A recent analysis by The Kobeissi Letter, based on data from BlockBeats, reveals that U.S. consumer confidence has reached a critical low point. In April, the consumer confidence […]
U.S. Consumer Confidence Plunges as Tariff Concerns Mount
Recent data reveals a concerning drop in U.S. consumer confidence, reaching its lowest point in nearly five years. According to the Conference Board’s April report, the index plummeted […]
Market Predicts Multiple Fed Rate Cuts by 2026
Market analysts are predicting a series of Federal Reserve rate cuts in both 2025 and 2026. Noah Wise, a senior portfolio manager at Allspring Global Investments, believes the […]
Bitcoin Price Drops as US Retail Sales Surge Raises Recession Fears
Bitcoin prices dipped today, falling alongside a surge in US retail sales data that has added pressure to the market. The figures indicate a concerning trend of declining […]
Deutsche Bank Forecasts December Rate Cut by Federal Reserve
Deutsche Bank has shifted its prediction for the Federal Reserve’s interest rates, now anticipating a 25 basis point cut in December. This marks a significant change from their […]