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The economic data could impact Fed policy for several months and, consequently, gold prices despite the long-term spin on central bank buying and safe-haven demand. Fed’s Focus Shifts Back to Inflation The first of the two-way risks fell on Wednesday with the release of the jobs report. For months, the Fed had hinted that the weakening U.S. employment outlook was their primary concern and that inflation would eventually come down. However, that narrative flipped at the January 27-28 Fed meeting when Chairman Jerome Powell hinted that the central bank’s focus had now shifted back to sticky inflation. That brings Friday’s U.S. Consumer…

The global electronics manufacturing industry is undergoing rapid transformation. The increasing complexity of devices, shrinking component sizes, and the rise of smart and connected systems are placing unprecedented demands on production workflows. Printed circuit boards, the backbone of modern electronics, are at the center of this shift. Manufacturers must deliver high reliability while adapting to environmental regulations, supply chain pressures, and the integration of advanced digital technologies. To better understand these evolving dynamics, we spoke with Harshitkumar Ghelani, an electronics engineer and Production Manager with deep expertise in high-reliability PCB manufacturing, process engineering, quality assurance, and end-to-end production management. With hands-on…

Wed, Aug 7 20244:10 PM EDTStocks close lower WednesdayU.S. stocks ended Wednesday’s session lower.The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 234.21 points, or 0.6%, to end at 38,763.45. The S&P 500 slipped 0.77% to finish at 5,199.50, while the Nasdaq Composite pulled back 1.05% to close at 16,195.81.— Hakyung KimWed, Aug 7 20243:36 PM EDTKey financial measure hasn’t moved enough for the Fed to act, Deutsche says Despite some recent rough market waters, financial conditions haven’t tightened enough for the Federal Reserve to take any unusual actions like an emergency rate cut, according to Deutsche Bank.Using the Fed’s own proprietary measure,…

Stay informed with free updatesSimply sign up to the Property sector myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox.Commercial real estate services stocks sank for a second day on Wall Street on Thursday as the sector became the latest to be swept up in a sell-off prompted by fears over AI disruption. Shares in CBRE fell close to 14 per cent in lunchtime trading in addition to a 12 per cent slide on Wednesday, wiping billions of dollars off its market value.Jones Lang LaSalle shed 12.6 per cent following a similar slide on Wednesday, while Cushman & Wakefield lost 11.7…

Brits have been urged to check their life insurance policy, as millions of holders are unaware of a financial safety net that could support them during difficult times. According to research, millions of policyholders are unaware that many life insurance policies include terminal illness benefits.This benefit allows you to access early payouts if you receive a terminal diagnosis, which could make a huge difference to families during challenging times.According to MoneySuperMarket, while the definition of a “terminal illness” may vary by policy, in most cases it is where life expectancy is less than 12 months.This could help families with a…

  The only major beneficiary is likely to be Reliance Industries, they said. On Friday, Reuters also reported that RIL has been awarded a general licence by the United States to directly import Venezuelan crude. It’s Jamnagar refiner is the only facility in India that has blending infrastructure capable of absorbing large volumes of dirty Venezuelan Merey oil on a sustained basis, a senior refining official from a state refiner said.  Indian Oil’s Paradip and HMEL’s Bhatinda plant also count as complex refineries, but a lack of adequate blending infrastructure limits operations, a senior refining official said.  …

When most people think of investing, their minds will jump to the stock market.But there’s another key player in investment that quietly powers economies while providing important stability for portfolios: bonds.Although generally less well understood by investors than shares, t​he global bond market is enormous. It’s currently valued at around $140 trillion (£105tn) – more than the stock market at $124tn (£93tn).Bonds play a fundamental role in the world economy as they provide crucial funding for both governments and companies. For investors, high quality bonds – such as those issued by the UK or US governments – are seen as…

Nifty 50 declined 146.65 points, or 0.57%, to settle at 25,807.20, while Sensex shed 558.72 points, or 0.66%, to close at 83,674.92. The session was dominated by the “Anthropic Shock,” as fresh advancements in enterprise AI tools triggered structural growth concerns for traditional software exporters. Consequently, Nifty IT plummeted 5.51%, with heavyweights like Tech Mahindra, Infosys, and TCS leading the laggards. Market breadth remained weak, reflecting a cautious risk-off approach. The advance-decline ratio stood at approximately 2:3, with 1,675 gainers against 2,448 losers on the BSE. While Nifty Bank remained relatively resilient, ending nearly flat, broader indices underperformed as mid-cap…

There are many ways to make money with securities — and day trading is one such way. With increased access to stock trading apps and tools, reduced fees for trades, and data relating to securities, many people are becoming more interested in how small moves in the market can deliver profits. But day trading isn’t for the inexperienced investor. To be successful, you need the right mix of education, experience, and capital — not to mention the discipline to execute a cultivated strategy. Here’s a closer look at how to day trade and what you need to know before taking the…