Coverage of fiscal and monetary policy, regulation, taxation, and geopolitical decisions that influence markets and everyday life. We break down government action and its economic impact.
Monetary Policy
Just a few weeks ago, markets were confident the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates in 2026. Investors were pricing in a 70% probability of at least one rate cut by June. Wall Street analysts were telling clients to expect lower rates by summer. That entire narrative just died. Markets
Monetary Policy
The Bank of England held interest rates at 3.75% on March 19, and on the surface that sounds like nothing changed. But look closer at what the market is doing, and you see a completely different story. Investors are now pricing in four quarter point rate hikes by the
Politics
The war between the United States, Israel, and Iran just entered its third week, and if anything, it's getting worse. What started as targeted strikes has turned into the most intense military confrontation in the Middle East in decades. Iran has a new Supreme Leader now. After the
Monetary Policy
The Federal Reserve meets this week on March 17 and 18, and almost everyone expects the same outcome: nothing changes. Markets are pricing in a 92% chance that interest rates stay exactly where they are, stuck between 3.5% and 3.75%. But here's the thing. Even though
Interest rates
European central banks are choosing to keep interest rates steady despite the recent surge in global energy prices. The decision reflects a cautious approach as policymakers attempt to balance inflation risks with the need to support economic growth. The latest spike in oil prices, driven by geopolitical tensions in the
Monetary Policy
Fiscal Policy
Fiscal Policy
From healthcare to infrastructure to jobs, connecting policy to people By David Thornton When politicians debate spending bills in Washington, it's easy to tune out. Billions here, trillions there, the numbers feel abstract, disconnected from your morning commute or your family's health insurance. But government spending