Economy
Canada’s Unemployment Spike: What This Means for Markets
In March, Canada’s unemployment rate rose to 6.7% as the economy lost 84,000 jobs—the worst decline in four years—signaling deeper economic issues amid trade uncertainties.
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Economy
U.S. Stocks Stumble as Oil Surge Reignites Stagflation Fears
Major indices posted their worst closes of 2026 Friday as crude oil prices surged amid Middle East conflict, raising fresh stagflation concerns that threaten corporate profit margins and economic growth.
Economy
Fed Meeting This Week Could Delay Rate Cuts Into Late 2026—Here's Why
As the March 18 FOMC meeting approaches, the Iran war and rising oil prices are forcing forecasters to radically revise rate cut timelines, with some now predicting no cuts at all in 2026.
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Fed Meeting Looms: Why 2026 Rate Cuts Have Disappeared From Markets
With the March 18 FOMC decision approaching, markets have shifted to price out any rate cuts for 2026, a dramatic reversal from earlier expectations. Here's what traders need to know.
Economy
Canada's Job Market Stumbles with Unexpected 84,000 Losses, Signaling Economic Weakness Ahead
Canada's unemployment rate surged to 6.7%, far exceeding forecasts, as 84,000 jobs were lost. This unexpected weakness adds to global economic concerns and raises questions about central bank policy direction in 2026.
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March Fed Hold Sets Stage for 2026 Rate Cut Debate as Markets Brace for Volatility
With 99% market certainty of a Fed rate hold on March 18, focus shifts to 2026 cut expectations. Conflicting bank forecasts and dollar strength reshape trader positioning.
Economy
UK GDP Stagnates in January 2026, Intensifying Sterling Weakness
The UK economy reported flat growth in January 2026, falling short of expectations and adding pressure to sterling. Goldman Sachs forecasts 1.4% growth for 2026, but near-term headwinds suggest further GBP downside ahead.
Economy
What the Fed's Dot Plot Reveals About Rate Cuts in 2026
Markets expect a rate hold on March 18, but the Fed's updated economic projections could reshape trading expectations for the entire year. Here's what traders need to know.
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China's Economic Data: The Hidden Driver of Global Markets in 2026
Strong Chinese export growth and weak consumer demand create a divergent growth narrative reshaping commodity prices and Asian markets. Here's what traders need to watch.