Economy

Home Depot Inc. (NYSE:HD) highlighted its supply chain diversification strategy during its earnings call, estimating “limited” tariff impact as senior economist Mohamed El Erian hailed its “China plus many” approach. What Happened: Despite reporting a mixed quarter, the Home...

Editor’s Note: This article has been updated to reflect the correct 2-year Treasury bond yield of 3.95%. U.S. stock futures advanced on Friday after a mixed close on Thursday. Futures of major benchmark indices were trading higher in premarket. The S&P 500 index recorded its fourth day of...

Jim Cramer believes that a consistent flow of trade agreements is crucial to bolstering market confidence and allaying fears of both recession and a surge in inflation. What Happened: In a recent post on X, Cramer asserted that a “steady drip of trade deals” might be the key ingredient...

Experts are predicting a surge in the shipments of goods from China to the U.S. following the 90-day tariff pause, which could potentially spur economic activity in the term. What Happened: According to Ryan Petersen, the founder and CEO of a supply chain management company, Flexport, ocean freight...

Renowned independent investment strategist Ed Yardeni, the President of Yardeni Research, has lowered his U.S. recession probability while raising his S&P 500 target following the trade deal with China. What Happened: After the U.S. and China announced a 90-day truce on Monday, the markets...

Economist Craig Shapiro shared his insights on the unfolding U.S.-China trade dynamics, warning that while a tariff truce may calm immediate market fears, it could have unintended consequences for the broader economy. What Happened: Shapiro, a macro strategist at Bear Traps Report, suggested that...

Economists have been predicting that retailers in the U.S. are likely to face pressure in the case of higher tariffs on China, as it is likely to “empty shelves” with a falling inventory-to-sales ratio. What Happened: According to Torsten Slok, the chief economist at Apollo Academy, the...

U.S. stock futures fluctuated between gains and losses on Friday, following a three-day winning streak. Major benchmark index futures were mixed in premarket trading. The U.S. and U.K. sealed a bilateral trade deal, cutting tariffs, boosting industrial ties, and securing billions in new market...

Prominent economist Mohamed A. El-Erian has highlighted potential “adverse implications” for domestic industries following a surprisingly strong surge in China’s exports for April. In a post on X, El-Erian noted that China’s exports jumped by 8% in April, significantly...

U.S. stock futures rose on Wednesday after two days of decline on Tuesday. Futures of major benchmark indices were higher in premarket. The upmove comes after the U.S. and China agreed to hold high-level trade talks in Switzerland this weekend, their first major meeting since President Donald Trump...

Despite ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China, expert quotes the prevailing consensus that is anticipating minimal impact on future economic growth and corporate earnings. What Happened: This comes after the U.S. and China agreed to hold high-level trade talks in Switzerland this...

In a bold departure from prevailing economic forecasts, Cathie Wood, the CEO and CIO of ARK Investment Management, has asserted that the prolonged “rolling recession,” that has gripped the U.S. economy for the past three years is nearing an end, paving way for a productivity-led...

Robert Kiyosaki recently expressed concerns over job security in the face of increasing tariffs and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). What Happened: On Saturday, Kiyosaki, the author of the best-selling book “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” questioned the safety of jobs in a world where AI...

Outgoing CEO Warren Buffett’s investment strategy continues to yield significant gains, with Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK) stocks trading near record highs despite market volatility. Buffett’s investment strategy has resulted in a 17% year-to-date rally for Berkshire Hathaway last...

Oracle of Omaha Warren Buffett dispensed some essential guidance for budding investors – associate with the right people and engage in work that you are passionate about. What Happened: Buffett, at the Berkshire Hathaway’s (NYSE:BRK) Annual General Meeting on Saturday,...