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Fed's New Calendar: Fewer Rate Votes Starting 2027

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh will cut rate votes to seven in 2027 and six in 2028 while keeping eight meetings. Barron's warns longer gaps could widen uncertainty.

Amara OkaforNovember 3, 20268 min read

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TechnologyAnalysis

Big Tech's $800 Billion AI Bet Meets a Market in Retreat

Five hyperscalers have committed $800.6 billion to AI spending in 2027. After Friday's $1 trillion tech wipeout, investors want to know who pays for it.

James WhitfieldNovember 2, 20269 min read

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Trade

US-Canada Trade Deal Nears as Tariff Thaw Meets Midterms

A US Canada trade deal is close, Trump says after his Nov 1 call with Carney. Steel and auto tariff relief and a $20 billion overhang hang on the midterms.

James WhitfieldNovember 2, 20268 min read

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Economy

Fed Meets This Week: Why a November Rate Hold Looks Likely

The Fed rate decision for November 2026 lands Wednesday: a third straight hold at 3.75%-4.00% looks likely. Here is what could change the outcome.

Amara OkaforNovember 2, 20268 min read

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Markets

S&P 500 Midterm Forecast: Election, Fed and Jobs Test Ahead

The S&P 500 starts election week at 7,580.07. Three catalysts in five days — the vote, the Fed, payrolls — decide if the 14.5% post-midterm pattern pays out.

James WhitfieldNovember 2, 202618 min read

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MarketsAnalysis

Why Is Gold Falling Despite War? Worst October Since 2008

Gold should have thrived on war, falling yields and a softer dollar this week. Instead, the gold price fell below $4,000 and closed its worst October since 2008.

James WhitfieldNovember 1, 202612 min read

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EnergyAnalysis

Oil Ends October Above $100 on Iran War Premium

WTI crude ended October 2026 at $102.95 with Brent near $113.10 as the Iran war premium hardened — and the bill is arriving at the pump.

Amara OkaforOctober 31, 20267 min read

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Companies

Amazon's Record Cloud Growth Can't Calm AI Capex Fears

Amazon's Q3 2026 earnings: AWS growth was the fastest in five years, yet the AI capital spending reaction sank the stock. Capex is now the market's metric.

Amara OkaforOctober 31, 20267 min read

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EconomyAnalysis

PCE Inflation Holds at 3.6% as Fed Stays on Hold

Headline PCE inflation held at 3.6% in September 2026 while the Fed stayed on hold — and two dissents have put a December hike back on the table.

Amara OkaforOctober 31, 20267 min read

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TechnologyAnalysis

AI Chip Export Controls in 2026: What the Current Rules Mean for Tech Buyers

AI chip export controls entered a new phase in 2026. This guide explains the licensing regime, who is affected, and what compliance teams should do before year-end.

James WhitfieldOctober 30, 20267 min read