Wall Street shows resilience despite inflation, tariffs, and geopolitical tensions. Investors brush aside trade war fears, favoring bullish bets. Bitcoin surges, bonds stabilize, and stocks remain near records. Experts debate whether this is resilience or complacency. Some see opportunities, betting on the administration backing down from tariffs. Others warn of stretched valuations and unresolved trade issues.
Short-term rates ease as banks see surge in dollar deposits
Large banks secured significant dollar deposits, easing short-term borrowing costs for smaller institutions. This influx of funds has boosted banking system liquidity considerably in recent
August 31, 2026