For the past four quarters, margins of cement firms have been largely impacted by high raw material costs. But in the year-to-date (YTD) period in 2023, pet coke and thermal coal prices have fallen close to 40%. This should provide relief to cement firms and elevate their margins.
Fed’s Jefferson urges patience on rates; Kashkari sees more hikes ahead
Federal Reserve Vice Chair Philip Jefferson stated that he sees no immediate need for further interest rate adjustments. He emphasized that future decisions would depend