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Will the relief rally — and fragile Iran ceasefire — hold?
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But will the Iran conflict weigh on employment in the coming weeks?
Much depends on how long the Strait of Hormuz is blocked during the Iran conflict.
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Will its next policy move be another pause, a cut or a hike? It depends.
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If the Iran war does not derail it, the US economy should remain strong.
Rise in oil prices might goose inflation just as the US labor market appears to be weakening.
US labor market was strong across the board in January.
Equity rally broadens out amid positive January Barometer.
Policy fog now begins to lift after this week's rate-cut pause.
We think GDP growth could reach 3.3% in 2026.
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But midterm elections and Fed leadership transition could spark volatility.
In the wake of the passing of Trump’s signature bill, reducing the federal debt requires out-of-the-box thinking.
Chair Powell on the hot seat.
Stocks are on a tear, but investors may consolidate gains.
The strong labor report for June likely keeps the Fed on pause in July.
Stocks mount powerful rebound despite policy concerns.
Central bank waiting for fiscal and geopolitical policy developments to unfold before cutting rates.
Storm clouds on the horizon, but confidence is rebounding.
With inflation under control, the Fed should cut rates twice later this year.