The Federal Reserve kept the federal funds rate unchanged at 3.50% to 3.75% at its June 2026 policy meeting, marking the fourth consecutive meeting without a change and the first under new chair Kevin Warsh. The decision came in line with expectations across financial …
Gold prices fell sharply after the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged but delivered a more hawkish outlook on inflation and monetary policy. The decline accelerated as investors interpreted updated projections as a signal that borrowing costs may remain elevated longer than previously anticipated.
Platinum prices declined sharply after the Federal Reserve left its benchmark interest rate unchanged but delivered a more hawkish message on inflation and the future path of monetary policy. The selloff accelerated as investors reassessed expectations for interest rates and shifted toward dollar-denominated assets.
Silver prices dropped sharply after the Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate but delivered a more hawkish outlook on inflation and future monetary policy. The metal reversed gains recorded earlier in the session as investors reacted to updated projections suggesting borrowing costs could …
AstroNova (NASDAQ:ALOT) surged on Wednesday after the data visualization and printing technology company agreed to be acquired by Arcline Investment Management in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $272 million.
Bitcoin declined after initially rising following the Federal Reserve's latest policy decision. The cryptocurrency briefly climbed to approximately $66,400 after the announcement before reversing course and falling toward $64,700 as investors digested the central bank's updated projections.
The U.S. Dollar Index rallied sharply on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged but delivered a more hawkish outlook than investors had anticipated. The index climbed above the psychologically important 100 level and extended gains as traders reassessed expectations for monetary …
The Federal Reserve's quarterly dot plot released on June 17, 2026 contained just 18 individual rate-path submissions, one short of the full complement of 19 policymakers. The Fed did not identify the policymaker who did not submit projections.
The shift follows a period of sustained pressure on financing conditions, though the decline has yet to translate into a meaningful rebound in activity. Lenders report softer inquiries, indicating that lower rates alone may not be enough to revive demand. Buyers appear to be …
The decline marks the lowest price since March, easing concerns over global supply disruptions. Analysts warn that while the immediate threat has receded, lingering uncertainties could delay a full market recovery. Fuel costs are directly tied to crude benchmarks, making them one of the …