
Bulls vs. Bears: Fed fuels optimism of soft landing
Fed Chair Powell and Lower inflation data fueled optimism of September rate cuts, sparking a shift back into small-caps
Fed Chair Powell and Lower inflation data fueled optimism of September rate cuts, sparking a shift back into small-caps
Australian shares surged 1 per cent to a record high of 7969 points by midday, driven by data showing the US entered deflation in June, increasing expectations for imminent rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve.
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In a surprising turn of sentiment, the Magnificent 7 had their worst day in months, while the broader market was firmer, despite cooling inflation data. The sentiment of rejoicing falling inflation became the reality check investors have been blind to, as it points to a slowing in the U.S. economy even if Federal Reserve interest rate cuts become a possibility later this year.
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