BRASILIA (Reuters) -Brazilian Finance Minister Fernando Haddad said on Tuesday he expects interest rate cuts to begin in the coming months, citing a more favorable foreign exchange outlook in Latin America's largest economy. "I believe there will be room for rate cuts ... in the coming months," Haddad told an event hosted by J. Safra Bank. He noted that at the start of the year he said he would not pay more than 5.70 reais per dollar, while the exchange rate now stands near 5.30. Although that level hurt ...

In other Fed news, a federal appeals court ruled on Monday that Fed Governor Lisa Cook can continue serving at the central bank while her legal case proceeds, upholding a lower court’s decision. Also, President Trump’s economic adviser Stephen Miran is set to join the Fed’s board after the Senate confirmed him to the post on Monday night.“Now the discussion will turn to how aggressively the Fed will act. The Fed may remind everyone that it may be focused on jobs now, but it hasn’t forgotten about the other ...

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These factors could lead to a rising stock price sooner rather than later.Realty Income (O -0.32%) has stood out for its business model. The real estate investment trust (REIT) specializes in single-tenant, net-leased properties. This means the tenant assumes responsibility for maintenance, insurance, and property taxes, providing the company with steady revenue streams.It leases such properties to some of the country's best-known companies, helping to bolster its nearly 99% occupancy rate on approximately ...

The expected interest rate cuts this month may provide relief for real estate investment trusts (REITs) after a turbulent few years for the sector. For context, the US Federal Reserve hiked interest rates sharply in 2022 and 2023.And while the US central bank started cutting rates in late 2024, interest rates have remained unchanged for 2025 so far. That’s about to change. Singapore REITs stand to benefit from lower interest rates as financing costs will ease and yield spreads widen against government bonds ...

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ToplineA federal appeals court on Monday night dismissed President Donald Trump’s emergency bid to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, a ruling that comes hours before a key two-day meeting, where the central bank is set to make a decision on interest rates.Federal Reserve Board of Governors member Lisa Cook listens during an open meeting of the Board of Governors at the Federal Reserve.Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.Key FactsIn a 2-1 ruling, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the ...

Market Overview - U.S. stocks have retreated slightly from record highs as anticipation builds for the Federal Reserve's first interest rate cut of the year [1][2] - The S&P 500 decreased by 0.1%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 125 points (0.3%), and the Nasdaq composite slipped 0.1% [1] Economic Indicators - Retail spending in the U.S. increased more than economists expected, although some of this may be attributed to higher prices rather than increased consumption [3] - The job market's slowdown is perceived as a greater risk to the economy than inflation, influencing expectations for interest rate cuts [2] Federal Reserve Expectations - There are high expectations for the Fed to announce a series of interest rate cuts, which could impact stock market performance [4] - Fed Chair Jerome Powell's comments during the press conference following the rate decision will be closely monitored for insights on future cuts [4] Investment Sentiment - Global fund managers are increasing their stock allocations to the highest level in seven months, despite 58% believing that stocks are currently overpriced [5] - Dave & Buster's shares dropped by 16.7% after reporting weaker-than-expected profits [5] Legal Developments - New York Times Co. shares fell by 1.6% following a $15 billion defamation lawsuit filed by President Trump against the newspaper and its journalists [6]

Core Points - The Senate confirmed Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors with a narrow vote of 48-47, reflecting a largely party-line decision in the Republican-controlled Senate [1] - Miran is expected to report to the Fed's headquarters as officials begin a two-day meeting to discuss the economic direction [1] - The Federal Open Market Committee is scheduled to meet on September 16 to set U.S. interest rates and broader monetary policy, which will impact borrowing costs across various sectors [2] Group 1 - Miran's confirmation follows President Trump's push for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, with Trump advocating for a reduction to 1% to stimulate economic growth [5][7] - Miran has committed to taking unpaid leave from his White House position while serving on the Fed's Board of Governors [6] - The Federal Reserve's current key borrowing rate is maintained within a range of 4.25% to 4.5%, with Fed Chair Jerome Powell adopting a wait-and-see approach due to ongoing trade policy impacts [9] Group 2 - The confirmation of Miran occurs amid legal challenges faced by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who is suing Trump to retain her position on the board [12][13] - Cook's removal by Trump was based on allegations of mortgage fraud, which she denies, and a criminal investigation has been launched into her conduct [10][15] - If Trump successfully removes Cook, he will have nominated a majority of the Fed board, thereby increasing his influence over U.S. monetary policy [16]

Group 1 - Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) is experiencing a decline of 4.7% in the last 24 hours, contrasting with a 0.4% increase in the S&P 500 and a 0.9% gain in the Nasdaq Composite [1] - The decline follows a previous surge driven by economic data suggesting imminent interest rate cuts, which had initially boosted Dogecoin and other cryptocurrencies [2][3] - Upcoming significant token releases, including 96.5 million Dogecoins worth nearly $27 million, are dampening investor enthusiasm and exerting downward pressure on prices [3][7] Group 2 - The Federal Reserve is expected to make a decision on interest rate cuts, with market sentiment leaning towards a reduction following the recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) report and jobless claims data [2] - Lower interest rates typically benefit higher-risk assets like Dogecoin, but the current market is facing inflationary pressures from multiple token releases, including significant amounts from Solana, Worldcoin, and Official Trump token [3][7] - Dogecoin's value is largely driven by market sentiment and hype, making it highly volatile and susceptible to fluctuations in investor confidence [5][7]