How the Federal Reserve shapes your wallet—and why Warsh matters now
Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pa., discusses President Donald Trump’s renewed threats to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and Kevin Warsh’s upcoming confirmation hearing on ‘Kudlow.’ When it comes to what Americans can afford, no institution looms larger than the Federal Reserve. The nation’s central bank doesn’t set the price of groceries, cars or homes directly. […]
Guardiola rues injury to ‘exceptional’ Rodri as Stones future stays in doubt
Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola says former Ballon d’Or winner Rodri will not be available for his side’s trip to Burnley in the Premier League on Tuesday and may not return until May because of a groin injury. Midfielder Rodri was replaced by Nico Gonzalez in the 88th minute of City’s potentially crucial home […]
West Wilson Addresses Amanda Batula Relationship Timeline
West Wilson Amanda and I Are ‘Serious’ … Here’s The Timeline Published April 21, 2026 5:44 AM PDT Play video content West Wilson is finally speaking out on the “Summer House” drama he and Amanda Batula started by announcing their relationship last month … and clearing up the timeline. The reality star appeared on the “Show […]
Here’s what happened to £1,000 invested in the past 2 stock market crashes
Image source: Getty Images Ever wondered just what sort of damage a stock market crash could wreak on your portfolio? The usual definition of a crash is a 20% or more fall in value in a short timeframe. So a portfolio worth £1,000 could soon fall to a valuation of £800 – or lower. But, […]
Weekly US ADP pulse 54.75 vs 39.25K prior
The four-week average of hiring jumped in the week ending April 4 to 54.75K. That’s the highest since the survey was launched in September. These are high-frequency numbers so they’re prone to large adjustments but if employment continues to rise, there is little chance of the Fed cutting rates. For background, the NER Pulse is […]
Alan Osmond, Eldest Brother of The Osmond Brothers, Dead at 76
The Osmond Brothers Alan Osmond Dead At 76 After Battling Multiple Sclerosis Published April 21, 2026 5:02 AM PDT Alan Osmond, the eldest brother in the iconic 1970’s “Osmond Brothers” group, has died, according to a family member. Brother and former bandmate, Merrill Osmond, announced Alan’s death in a Facebook post early Tuesday morning. Alan […]
Here’s how the HSBC share price reached an all-time high… and what might be next
Image source: Getty Images The HSBC (LSE: HSBA) share price last week hit a record high of 1,398p, capping a stunning run for one of Britain’s biggest banks. Over the past year the shares are up 73.5%, and they’ve surged about 220% over five years. What’s driving the growth? That kind of climb usually means […]
US March retail sales +1.7% vs +1.4% expected
Prior was +0.6% Ex-autos % vs +1.4% expected Prior ex autos +0.5% Ex autos and gas +% vs +0.4% prior (revised to +0.2%) Control group % vs +0.2% expected Prior control +0.5% Retail sales y/y +% vs +3.7% prior S&P 500 futures were up 26 points ahead of the report. The US Census Bureau’s Advance […]
Jose Mourinho to Real Madrid? Why Florentino Perez should ditch idea of Santiago Bernabeu reunion
Jose Mourinho is emerging as a genuine contender for the Real Madrid job next season, according to reports in Portugal. It is now expected that Madrid will dispense with Alvaro Arbeloa following his struggles that have seen the club slip nine points behind Barcelona in the Liga title race and exit the Champions League at […]
Capitol agenda: Trump-Powell clash hijacks Warsh hearing
A bitter spat is set to dominate Kevin Warsh’s confirmation hearing Tuesday morning. It’s not the economic outlook or bank regulation. The real focus for Senate Banking members vetting Warsh to be the next Federal Reserve chair will be President Donald Trump, his yearslong campaign to oust Jerome Powell and whether his DOJ will drop […]
