The Federal Reserve’s recent reticence to keep up the pace of interest-rate cuts was backed by Friday’s strong labor report that sent the stock market tumbling and yields higher. That throws cold water on investor hopes for a repeat of last year’s stock performance, which saw bank leaders climb 33%, outperforming the broader S&P 500.
RBI in wait-and-watch mode despite easing West Asia risks: Sanjay Malhotra
Despite easing West Asian tensions, the RBI remains cautious, with Governor Sanjay Malhotra emphasizing data dependency over pre-set interest rate paths. While the truce offers