With new doubts about the recovery’s staying power, borrowing could become tougher, a particular blow to small businesses.
Tag: Federal Reserve System
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What Are Markets Saying About the World?
Stocks, bonds and commodities markets are all sending different signals. While the S&P 500 actually rose this week, oil prices fell along with bond yields, signs that investors are worried about the economy.
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Fed Blocked Mention of Regulatory Flaws in Silicon Valley Bank Rescue
Federal government officials wanted a joint statement to include a reference to regulatory shortcomings that they believe helped lead to the bank’s demise.
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Low Rates Were Meant to Last. Without Them, Finance Is In for a Rough Ride.
Economists expected inflation and rates to stay low for years. With Silicon Valley Bank’s implosion, Wall Street is starting to reckon with how wrong that prediction has proved.