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Labor Market Under the Microscope: What the July Jobs Report Means for Investors

The upcoming release of the U.S. July jobs report has thrust Wall Street into a state of high anticipation, as investors search for definitive clues regarding the health of the…

Prasenjit Bhowmik August 7, 2026

Economy

U.S. Economic Growth Decelerates to 1.5 Percent in Second Quarter

The United States economy experienced a significant cooling period during the second quarter, according to the latest data released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 31, 2026

Business Insights

Bond Market Volatility Persists as Investors Seek Clarity on Federal Reserve Inflation Strategy

Global bond markets are currently navigating a period of heightened uncertainty as investors react to a perceived lack of specific guidance from the Federal Reserve regarding its long-term inflation strategy.…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 31, 2026

Economy

Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates Amid Growing Internal Dissent Over Inflation Risks

The Federal Reserve opted to maintain the federal funds rate at its current level on Wednesday, following a high-stakes two-day policy meeting in Washington, D.C. The central bank kept the…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 30, 2026

Market

US Treasuries Rally as Falling Oil Prices and Paused Geopolitical Strikes Attract Buyers Before Fed Meeting

US Treasury securities experienced a notable surge in buyer interest as investors moved to lock in elevated yields ahead of the Federal Reserve's scheduled monetary policy meeting. The rally across…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 28, 2026

Market

Gold Holds Above $4,000 as Geopolitical Tensions and Fed Rate Expectations Collide

Gold prices climbed higher in global commodity markets this week, maintaining a firm position above the critical threshold of $4,000 per ounce. Investors continue to balance safe-haven demand triggered by…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 26, 2026

Market

Safe-Haven Surge: Gold Rebounds Above $4,070 as Geopolitical Tensions and US Rate Outlook Stir Global Markets

On July 24, global precious metals witnessed a sharp rally as investors rushed into traditional safe-haven assets, pushing Comex gold back above the $4,070 mark while silver surged toward $59…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 25, 2026

Market

Japanese Yen Drops to Two-Month Low as US Dollar Rally Gains Momentum

The Japanese yen recorded its largest weekly decline in more than two months on Friday across major financial hubs, while the US dollar posted strong weekly gains driven by resilient…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 25, 2026

Economy

Global Markets Brace for Fed Decision as Rising Energy Costs and Middle East Tensions Rattle FX and Bonds

Global foreign exchange and bond markets face a critical turning point this week as the U.S. Federal Reserve convenes in Washington D.C. to deliberate on monetary policy, leaving investors worldwide…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 25, 2026

Market

Treasury Yields Ease Temporarily as Rising Middle East Tensions Keep Fed Rate Hike Bets Alive

U.S. Treasury yields pulled back from recent highs on Tuesday as investors sought traditional safe-haven assets, but mounting military conflict involving Iran has renewed fears of a global energy shock…

Prasenjit Bhowmik July 25, 2026