Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell Just Delivered Good News for Stock Market Investors

Wall Street sign with American flags in the background.

The ongoing political conflict in the Middle East has caused oil prices to rise, raising fears of inflation that could damage the US economy. The last time inflation rose suddenly was in 2022, and it forced the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates so quickly S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) The index fell by more than … Read more

TSP funds see losses in March | Federal News Network

TSP funds see losses in March | Federal News Network

It was a tough March for Thrift Savings Plan. 15 of the 16 funds had monthly declines and only the G Fund showed growth last month. The I Fund saw a steep decline, losing more than 9% month-on-month. L funds are also reflecting tough market conditions, losing anywhere from 3% to nearly 7% for March. … Read more

India news: Thousands affected as Oracle cuts jobs – reports

India news: Thousands affected as Oracle cuts jobs - reports

Skip to next section See you tomorrow! 04/02/2026April 2, 2026 See you tomorrow! Thanks for following our India news coverage on Thursday, April 2. We’ll be back tomorrow with some of what India is talking about. https://p.dw.com/p/5BbIn Skip to next section India’s defense exports exceed $4 billion 04/02/2026April 2, 2026 India’s defense exports exceed $4 … Read more

‘Doomsday news’ prepares for disaster. Here’s how to survive the financial apocalypse

Ready or Not? Dan Goss, pictured, founder of the website Start Prepping UK, grows his own food and stores essentials in case of financial problems.

As world conflicts escalate and the threat of fuel and other shortages looms large, the so-called ‘preparers’ are beginning to prepare for what may happen. But protecting your finances against unexpected disasters is just as important – and often overlooked. The biggest concerns that can affect our ability to find our money and buy the … Read more

Hiring in the US is in an epidemic decline as the job market continues to shrink

Hiring in the US is in an epidemic decline as the job market continues to shrink

Job openings in the United States have fallen to a six-year low, as demand for restaurant workers remains amid concerns about trade, immigration and the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI). Tuesday’s Job and Employment Survey (JOLTS), a monthly report issued by the United States Department of Labor, showed that job openings fell by 358,000 … Read more