Feds Waller keeps pressing the case for December rate cuts

US consumer spending growth at 5-6% faces headwinds as lower-income groups strain. Watch for credit stress & affordability crisis impacting 2026 outlook.

Wall Street dips 1-2% on consumer fears; Bitcoin hits 7-mo low. China’s deflationary exports may aid US inflation fight.

Home remodels over $50K or requiring vacancy risk insurance coverage gaps. Notify insurer to avoid claim denial.

Goldman Sachs says central banks likely bought large volumes of gold in November and estimates around 64 tonnes of demand occurred in September. Maintains a bullish long-term forecast, seeing spot gold rising to $4,900 by end-2026.

FRA hits 67 in 2026! Younger boomers & Gen X face delayed full benefits, impacting retirement outlook.

HSBC’s call leans bullish for equities, reinforcing year-end risk appetite as positioning appears contained and sentiment remains neutral, with money-market inflows flashing a contrarian buy signal.

Billions in crypto linked to illicit activities! Traders eye regulatory risks as dirty money flows through exchanges.