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Fmr. Fed president explains why the Fed should remain on pause

#fed #federalreserve #interestrates #yahoofinance The Federal Reserve is maintaining a policy of keeping rates higher for longer. With inflation cooling, many on Wall Street now think the Fed will start rate cuts as early as May 2024. Former Kansas City Fed President Esther George joins Yahoo Finance to weigh in on the Fed’s policies and the outlook for inflation going forward. George comments on the potential of the Fed’s next move: “As we’ve seen, coming out of that last FOMC meeting, there was a tremendous response of anticipating rate cuts and I think the caution for me, is that the Fed is not at its 2% target. They are being […]

‘There’s no doubt’ Nvidia will see growth in 2024: Analyst

#nvidia #2024 #yahoofinance Nvidia (NVDA) stock skyrocketed over 230% in 2023, sparking debates on whether more upside lies ahead for the chipmaker in 2024. Moor Insights & Strategy Founder, CEO and Chief Analyst Patrick Moorhead and veteran tech investor Paul Meeks join Yahoo Finance Live to discuss their views on the semiconductor player. On growth prospects, Moorhead believes “there’s no doubt” Nvidia will expand revenues and profits next year. However, he questions if gains will further boost shares or if expectations are priced in. He sees tailwinds “driven by the continued growth of the generative AI market” and the adoption of machine learning models. Meeks notes Wall Street expectations forecasting […]

Fed needs to ‘get out of the way and look at the data’: Economist

#fed #federalreserve #interestrates #yahoofinance Thanks to several interest rate hikes, the Federal Reserve has been able to curb inflation and bring it closer to its 2% goal. However, as economic uncertainty remains, the debate over what the Fed do in the coming months rages on. Claudia Sahm, Sahm Consulting Founder and Lee Munson, Portfolio Wealth Advisors President & CIO join Yahoo Finance to discuss the Fed’s performance so far and weigh in on the central bank’s policy decisions going forward into 2024. Sahm argues the Federal Reserve should cut rates sooner than later as deflation has already begun, asking them to “get out of the way and look at the […]

3 factors turning Intel stock into a major turnaround story

#intel #yahoofinance #sp500 Intel (INTC) stock has shot up by over 14% in December alone, propelling the S&P 500’s (^GSPC) monthly gains, and up nearly 90% overall year-to-date. Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi highlights the factors that have pushed Intel from an underdog in the AI race to a major tech player heading into 2024. For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch this full episode of Yahoo Finance Live. About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker data, up-to-date news, portfolio management resources, comprehensive market data, advanced tools, and more information to help you manage your financial life. – Get the latest […]

Costco, Lululemon stand out as S&P 500 nears 52-week high

#yahoofinance #costco #lululemon #sp500 The S&P 500 (^GSPC) is approaching an all-time high as December’s Santa Claus rally saunters on, with several stocks hitting 52-week highs. Notable among these are Costco (COST), Chipotle (CMG), and Lululemon (LULU). Yahoo Finance’s Brian Sozzi and Brad Smith use the new Yahoo Finance Compare tool to get insight into the price ratios of these companies. Lululemon, in particular, is highlighted for its position in the athleisure market and its performance in the men’s footwear category. For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch this full episode of Yahoo Finance Live. About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker […]

Nvidia in 2024: The good, the bad, the ugly

#nvidia #yahoofinance #ai #stockmarket Nvidia (NVDA) had an amazing 2023, with the stock surging more than 230%. The stock dominated conversations about AI technology and has rivals racing to catch up. What could be in store in 2024? Yahoo Finance Anchors Brian Sozzi and Brad Smith take a deep dive into Nvidia’s performance and the potential good, bad, and ugly issues for the company next year. For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch this full episode of Yahoo Finance Live. About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker data, up-to-date news, portfolio management resources, comprehensive market data, advanced tools, and more information to […]

Tesla reportedly plans Model Y revamp at Shanghai factory

#tesla #ev #shanghai #yahoofinance Tesla (TSLA) is developing a revamped Model Y version to be produced at its Shanghai Gigafactory, slated to start production in mid-2024, according to a report from Bloomberg. The updated Model Y will feature new tech such as ambient lighting. Yahoo Finance’s Pras Subramanian analyzes Tesla’s product refresh as competition heats up in China, with domestic EV maker BYD (BYDDF) on pace to outsell Tesla for the first time ever this quarter. For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch this full episode of Yahoo Finance Live. About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker data, up-to-date news, portfolio management […]

Maersk plans to resume Red Sea shipping operations

#maersk #redsea #yahoofinance #shipping #yemeni As Yemeni rebels continue to launch a series of attacks on container ships crossing through the Red Sea, Danish logistics company Maersk (AMKBY) has resumed its shipping operations in the region. Yahoo Finance examines the ripple effect geopolitical pressures are having on companies through this squeeze on freight operators. For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch this full episode of Yahoo Finance Live. About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker data, up-to-date news, portfolio management resources, comprehensive market data, advanced tools, and more information to help you manage your financial life. – Get the latest news and […]

Apple watch ban: Key question is how long it lasts, analyst says

As the US sales ban on the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 goes into effect, Apple (AAPL) has filed an emergency request to stop the ban as the court considers the appeal. Creative Strategies CEO and Principal Analyst Ben Bajarin joins Yahoo Finance to discuss the ban and how it may impact Apple. “”I think it really depends on the length of the ban,”” Bajarin says. “”This news is priced”” into the stock, “”but I think people are also betting that this sales ban’s not going to last a full year… It’s really how does this get resolved and how long does this go out?”” “”I don’t expect […]

US holiday retail sales surge by 3.1%: Mastercard

Recent Mastercard spending data revealed holiday retail sales grew 3.1% year-over-year. Apparel, grocery, and restaurants saw gains, while electronics and jewelry lagged. Yahoo Finance’s Julie Hyman and Josh Lipton analyze consumer spending trends amid inflation and other economic concerns. For more expert insight and the latest market action, click here to watch this full episode of Yahoo Finance Live. About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker data, up-to-date news, portfolio management resources, comprehensive market data, advanced tools, and more information to help you manage your financial life. – Get the latest news and data at finance.yahoo.com – Download the Yahoo Finance app on Apple (https://apple.co/3Rten0R) or Android (https://bit.ly/3t8UnXO) […]