A troubling confluence of recent economic data points has sent a shiver through financial markets, reigniting fears of "stagflation"—a dreaded economic scenario characterized by stagnant growth, high unemployment, and persistent inflation. The flat reading in the ISM Services index for July, a significantly weaker-than-expected jobs report, and a narrowing
President Trump's tariff policies continue to cast a long shadow over global trade, directly impacting corporate revenues and earnings reports across a multitude of industries. What began as a strategic move to rebalance trade deficits and bolster domestic manufacturing has evolved into a complex web of increased costs, supply chain
Global stock markets are currently navigating a turbulent and unpredictable landscape, characterized by pervasive volatility, escalating tariff concerns, a mosaic of mixed economic data, and persistent geopolitical risks. This confluence of factors has fostered a palpable sense of caution across major financial hubs, from the bustling trading floors of Wall
Wall Street is enduring a historically challenging August, with major U.S. indices experiencing significant declines and heightened volatility. This downturn is characterized by a confluence of factors, including persistent investor caution, uncertainty surrounding central bank policies, and escalating geopolitical risks. The immediate implications for investors are a heightened need
The latest corporate earnings season has sent ripples of concern through the financial markets, as several high-profile companies, including Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS), Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD), and Snap (NASDAQ: SNAP), have reported results that fell short of Wall Street's often-optimistic expectations. These misses are not isolated incidents but
The global financial landscape is increasingly feeling the squeeze of escalating trade tensions, with corporate earnings and broader market sentiment bearing the brunt of protectionist policies. US President Donald Trump's executive orders, imposing hefty tariffs on a range of imported goods, are sending ripple effects through supply chains, forcing companies
Caterpillar's stock price can crawl to new highs this year and next due to its capital return and the return to revenue growth forecasted by management.
Economist Mohamed El-Erian is highlighting what he sees as a "fascinating" divergence in the quarterly earnings of two major American companies, AI-giant Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: PLTR) and farm equipment maker Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT).
Crane and lifting equipment company Manitowoc (NYSE:MTW)
will be announcing earnings results this Thursday after market hours. Here’s what investors should know.
While monthly jobs reports often grab headlines, savvy investors are increasingly looking beyond employment figures to a broader array of economic indicators for a more nuanced understanding of market health. Two such crucial metrics, Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation and the Chicago Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), are currently providing critical
The financial markets are abuzz with renewed speculation regarding a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, following the release of a surprisingly weak July jobs report. This critical economic data, which revealed sluggish labor market growth and downward revisions to previous months' figures, has significantly altered the landscape
The second-quarter earnings season for 2025 is drawing to a close, revealing a complex and often contradictory landscape for Corporate America. While some sectors, particularly technology, have demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth, others have faced significant headwinds, painting a picture of a "mixed bag" amidst persistent market volatility. This period
Stocks slipped Tuesday as fresh economic data reignited stagflation fears on Wall Street, overshadowing a blowout quarter from Palantir Technologies Inc.
Construction equipment company Caterpillar (NYSE:CAT) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q2 CY2025, but sales were flat year on year at $16.57 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $4.72 per share was 3.7% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
