Core Insights - The S&P 500 index opened lower as the recent rally in AI stocks appears to be losing momentum [1] - Gold prices have increased by 0.5% following the Senate's approval of a spending package aimed at ending the prolonged government shutdown [1] - The reopening of the government is perceived by investors as a potential signal for the Federal Reserve to consider cutting interest rates in December [1] Gold Market Dynamics - Gold is attracting inflows as interest rates decline, with investors preferring gold over bonds that yield lower returns [2] - Robert Yawger from Mizuho Securities USA highlights the opportunity for significant gains in the gold market compared to the 3.75% yield on bonds [2]

Federal Reserve Governor Stephan Miran joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss whether the government shutdown impacts macro outlooks, how he's thinking about the economy, and much more. ...

Traders are underestimating the chance of an interest rate cut by the Bank of England next week, says Barclays, in the latest warning against the consensus that policy makers will keep borrowing costs on hold https://t.co/XYEONQs9m9 ...

RT Bitcoin Magazine (@BitcoinMagazine)JUST IN: There's now a 98.4% chance of a 25bps interest rate cut tomorrow, according to Polymarket 🇺🇸Bullish! 🚀 https://t.co/EIFpJM4VlQ ...

Wall Street's main indexes notched fresh record highs on Monday as excitement around a potential U.S.-China trade deal set the tone for a week packed with high-profile technology earnings and a widely expected interest rate cut. ...

Group 1 - A new candidate, Rick Rieder from BlackRock, is being considered to replace Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell when his term ends in May 2026 [1] - Rieder is favored for his understanding of macroeconomics and financial markets, and he advocates for a 50 basis point cut in interest rates, which aligns with the Trump administration's preferences [2] - A more aggressive rate-cutting cycle is expected to positively impact stock prices [2] Group 2 - Rieder suggests that investors should diversify their portfolios by adding gold and Bitcoin as non-stock assets [3] - He recommends allocating 3% to 5% of investment portfolios to gold, which has risen 52% this year, reaching over $4,000 an ounce [4][5] - Bitcoin has also seen a 31% increase in value, currently trading around $120,000, although it is known for its price volatility [5] Group 3 - If Rieder becomes Fed chair, he is likely to adopt a more favorable stance towards Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, aligning with the Trump administration's pro-crypto agenda [8] - Rieder's advocacy for aggressive rate cuts could further drive the price of gold higher [8]

Getting some breaking news on the case regarding Fed Governor Cook. Let's get to Aiman Jabers. Hey Aman >> Carl.That's right. The Supreme Court is saying it's going to have arguments in January of 2026 on this uh on this case involving Lisa Cook and the Federal Reserve. Remember the president's been trying to push her out with allegations of mortgage fraud.A lower court had ruled that she could stay on the uh Federal Reserve Board while the case was pending. uh the Trump administration filed asking for a st ...

The run-up to the Fed’s first interest rate cut in nine months has already supplied solid returns, driving the Treasury market to its biggest annual gains since the pandemic https://t.co/4hyBKOIE9K ...

Coinbase and Robinhood among the 'best positioned' to benefit from interest rate cut: Mizuho https://t.co/ihhSzkZmmd ...

The Fed's interest rate cut and macroeconomic uncertainty could trigger selling by investors in private credit funds who are looking to rebalance their portfolios, according to Antares Capital’s Olga Kosters https://t.co/3uWU1PEk80 ...