US stocks declined on Monday as oil prices surged. This jump revived inflation concerns and increased monetary policy tightening expectations. Investors processed hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh. Despite the day’s losses, major indexes posted monthly gains for August. Financial markets anticipate a potential rate hike at September’s meeting.
US SEC chairman moves to give states power over shareholder resolutions
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is considering rule changes for shareholder proposals. This shift could reduce investor activist influence and grant new powers to