Investors Anxiously Await Fed's Latest Decision on Stimulus
Stock markets have had a bumpy ride ever since Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke hinted at slowing the Fed's stimulus program, leaving many investors wondering, "What's next?"
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Prices for Consumer Goods Barely Rise in May
U.S. consumer prices rose slightly in May as higher energy costs were partly offset by cheaper food. The small increase underscores that inflation is mild.
To Taper or Not? Stocks Rise Ahead of Fed Meeting
Stocks are closing higher as traders hope that the Federal Reserve will decide to continue its economic stimulus program when it meets this week. Energy and tech rose the most.
Waiting for Bernanke on Stimulus Wrap-Up
There’s new hope that Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke will soothe investor jitters about when and how the central bank will begin to cut back on its market-boosting stimulus efforts.
Investors Seek Clarity Not Confusion from Bernanke
With stocks on a downward trend after his recent congressional testimony, Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke must find a way to soothe investor jitters.
U.S. Wholesale Prices Rise Sharply in May
A rise in food and gas costs drove a measure of wholesale prices up sharply in May. But outside those volatile categories, inflation was mild.
Smith & Wesson Earnings Fire Up; Best Buy Boosts Windows
Shares of Smith & Wesson are expected to shoot higher after the gun-maker reported preliminary earnings that beat expectations, following record sales.
Why Gold Has Lost its Luster with Investors
After rising for 12 consecutive years, gold has entered a bear market having plunged more than 20 percent from its all-time high in 2011.
Dow Tumbles 216 Points After Big Losses in Overseas Markets
A broad-based selloff on Wall Street followed another bout of heavy selling overseas in trading Wednesday.
Fed Official: Policymakers May Have to Alter Course
The Fed is poised to evaluate and potentially make changes to its massive monetary stimulus, says a top agency official who is critical of the Fed's bond-buying program.
Regulators: Source of Next Financial Crisis May Not be Banks
Earlier this week the Financial Stability Oversight Council proposed tighter regulations for "nonbank financial institutions." What does that mean for consumers?
Why Regulators May Be Eyeing Your Insurer Like a Bank
Federal regulators have proposed that a group of firms that aren't banks be deemed potential threats to the financial system that need stricter government oversight.
Bernanke Offers Wit and Wisdom to Princeton Grads
Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke has a sense of humor, which he showcased Sunday at the commencement of this year's batch of Princeton grads.
World Markets Fall on Fed Uncertainty, Wall Street Selloff
Concerns about whether the Federal Reserve may scale back its bond-buying program and a sharp drop in U.S. stocks last week unnerved investors worldwide Monday.
Consumer Spending Falls in April, First Drop in Nearly a Year
Consumer spending fell in April for the first time in almost a year and inflation pressures were subdued, pointing to a slowdown in economic activity.
Economic Worries Put Global Stock Markets on Edge
Global stock markets were volatile Thursday, with the Japanese benchmark dropping sharply while those in Europe edged higher.
Fear of Fed Policy Change Weighs on Markets
Worries that the U.S. Federal Reserve will start to reduce the amount of financial assets it buys weighed on markets Wednesday.
After 3-Day Holiday Break, Wall Street Set for Gains
Stock futures were on the rise early Monday, as Wall Street looked set for gains following a three-day holiday weekend.
Congress' Top 3 Complaints About the Slow Economic Recovery
Straight from the horse's mouth -- that of Rep. Kevin Brady, chairman of the Joint Economic Committee -- here are Congress' top three complaints about our economic recovery.
The Real Economic Outlook Behind Bernanke's Numbers
Dig deeper into Fed Chairman Bernanke's remarks to Congress this week and you'll see the fragile roots of our economic recovery.
Specter of Higher Interest Rates Weighs on Markets
Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke warns the central bank could begin winding down its bond buying program later this year, adding uncertainty that's likely to weigh on markets.
Bernanke Signals Fed Will Keep Stimulus in Place
Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke tells Congress that the U.S. job market remains weak and that it is too soon for the central bank to end its extraordinary stimulus program.
Today's Billion-Dollar Start-Ups Should Be Thanking the Fed
The list of start-ups valued at over $1 billion just keeps getting longer, and not just due to the potential of their cool tech. They're also getting a big boost from the Fed.
Fed to Wind Down Stimulus Program, but When?
The Fed's bond-buying program has been one of the main drivers of the market rally over the past nine months. Now the central bank has reportedly decided on its next move.
Bernanke: Fed Increasing Oversight Beyond Banks
The Fed has broadened its oversight beyond banks and now monitors a wide-range of financial institutions that could hasten another crisis, Chairman Ben Bernanke said Friday.
How Much Does Your Money Manager Cost You?
Noted investing guru Charles Ellis talks about the challenges boomers face from high investment fees, low bond yields, uncertain stock returns, and dubious financial come-ons.
Fed Sticks to Stimulus Plan, Warns Growth Hampered by Budget Cuts
The Fed is sticking with its bond-buying plan to push down borrowing costs and prop up the economy, citing risks to growth from recent budget tightening in Washington.
No Surprises Expected as Fed Ends 2-Day Meeting
The Federal Reserve is widely expected Wednesday to stick with its aggressive efforts to strengthen a still-subpar economy.
Federal Reserve Seen Keeping Interest Rates Near Zero
Scant inflation and still-modest U.S. economic growth will likely lead the Federal Reserve this week to maintain its drive to keep borrowing costs at record lows indefinitely.
Is Bernanke Calling it Quits?
Ben Bernanke is intensifying speculation that this year will be his last as Federal Reserve chairman by deciding to skip the Fed's annual August conference in Wyoming.