Federal Reserve
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Federal Reserve, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Tel Aviv Investors Brace for Volatile Week Amid Security Tensions and Global Market Swifts
Investors in Tel Aviv prepare for a volatile trading week amid escalating regional security risks and global market fluctuations. US bond yields hit decade highs, pressuring marke…
Israeli Shekel Stable Ahead of Bank of Israel Rate Decision and Jackson Hole Symposium
One week before the Bank of Israel's interest rate decision, the shekel remains stable against the dollar and euro amid global anticipation of the Jackson Hole symposium. Economis…
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Opens Amid US Bond Market Calm and Local Earnings Reports
The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange opens with a balanced outlook amid easing US bond yields and a busy local earnings season. Wall Street closed higher following US Treasury bond buyback…
Wall Street Gains Boost Asian Chip Giants and Markets
Asian stock markets rose sharply, led by South Korean chip makers, following Wall Street gains and a U.S. Treasury bond buyback boost. U.S. bond yields dropped significantly, lift…
US Treasury Bond Purchases Stabilize Dollar Below 2.98 Shekels Amid Global Market Calm
Following a sharp dollar decline, the US Treasury announced doubling repurchases of long-term bonds to stabilize yields, keeping the dollar below 2.98 shekels amid calm global mar…
US Dollar Weakens Below 3 Shekels Amid Fed Inflation Concerns and Bond Buybacks
The US dollar weakened against the Israeli shekel Tuesday, retreating from near 3 shekels to about 2.98 shekels after the Fed minutes showed rising inflation concerns and bond buy…
Dollar Nears 3 Shekel Mark as Markets Await US Federal Reserve Interest Rate Guidance
The US dollar is nearing 3 shekels as markets await the Federal Reserve's meeting minutes for clues on future interest rates, amid high oil prices and rising US bond yields.
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Opens Mixed Amid Global Tensions and Strong Corporate Earnings
The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange opened mixed amid global geopolitical tensions and strong corporate earnings, with notable declines in chip stocks and gains in software and real estat…
US 30-Year Treasury Yield Hits 5.3% Amid Market Uncertainty and Inflation Concerns
US 30-year Treasury yields have jumped to 5.3%, the highest in nearly 20 years, driven by inflation concerns, rising debt, and heavy corporate borrowing. Despite weak US economic…
Interest Rate Differentials Reshape Currency Market Outlook in 2026
Interest rate differences between central banks are set to influence currency markets in 2026, with the euro, yen, and some emerging market currencies expected to benefit. The U.S…
Global Chip Stock Sell-Off Hits Asia Hard as Nasdaq Short Positions Reach Record High
Global markets fell sharply as semiconductor stocks plunged, hitting Asian markets hard with South Korea's Kospi down nearly 6%. US bond yields rose, pressuring gold and fueling i…
Israeli Shekel Strengthens Amid Dollar Weakness and Inflation Easing
The Israeli shekel has strengthened to nearly 2.95 per US dollar, becoming the world's strongest currency last month amid a weakening dollar and easing US inflation. Lower expecta…
Israel's Inflation Hits Lowest Level Since 2021 Despite Ongoing War
Israel's inflation rate dropped to 1.5% in July, the lowest since 2021, despite the ongoing war. The decline is driven by stable currency, local energy supplies, and conservative…
Tech and AI Drive Positive Momentum in Israeli and Global Markets Amid Mixed Economic Signals
Israeli and global markets open positively driven by technology and AI sectors, with strong bank earnings and rising US Treasury yields raising economic concerns. SpaceX shifts fo…
US Inflation Eases Slightly, Israeli Shekel Holds Steady Against Dollar
US inflation slightly decreased to 3.4% in July, leading to a modest rise in the dollar against the Israeli shekel. Market analysts expect the Federal Reserve's September interest…
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Opens Amid US-Iran Uncertainty and Strong AI Earnings
The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange opened with cautious optimism amid US-Iran tensions and strong AI earnings reports. Israeli banks reported mixed quarterly results, while oil prices hi…
Israeli Shekel Strengthens Slightly as Dollar Drops to 2.99 Shekels Ahead of US Inflation Data
The Israeli shekel strengthened slightly against the dollar to 2.99 shekels amid rising export activity and no recent Bank of Israel interventions. Globally, currencies remained s…
Hedge Fund Investments in Israel Carry High Risks Despite Strong Returns
Leopold Ashenbrener's AI hedge fund surged 439% in early 2024 but crashed 67% in July due to high leverage, highlighting risks in Israeli hedge funds. New legislation makes these…
Investment Manager Recommends Renewable Energy and Chip Sectors, Sees Israeli Market as Reasonably Priced
Dan Bienstock of Poalim Asset Management recommends maintaining exposure to the Israeli market, citing strong growth and declining inflation. He favors renewable energy and semico…
Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Data Shape Global Markets as S&P 500 Nears Historic Highs
Amid heightened geopolitical tensions and mixed economic data, global markets rallied with the S&P 500 reaching record highs. Iran's demands complicate Strait of Hormuz negotiatio…
Wall Street Futures Rise Ahead of Key US Jobs Report Amid Middle East Tensions
Wall Street futures rise ahead of the US July jobs report expected to show steady job growth and a slight unemployment increase. Oil prices surged over Middle East tensions and sh…
US Dollar Stable Against Shekel Ahead of July Employment Report Release
Ahead of the US July employment report, the dollar remains steady against the Israeli shekel at about 3.01, with global currency markets stable. Forecasts expect 85,000 new jobs a…
Dollar Stable Above 3.04 Shekels Amid Debate Over Fed Rate Hike Prospects
The US dollar remains stable above 3.04 shekels amid global market calm, while economists debate the likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate hike. Meitav's chief economist considers…
Trump Sells Paid Access to Public Policy Posts via Truth Social API
President Donald Trump's company TMTG launched Truth API, selling rapid access to his policy posts on Truth Social for up to $100,000 monthly. The service legally monetizes market…
Mixed Asian Markets as Oil Prices Drop 4% Amid Global Economic Uncertainty
Asian markets showed mixed performance Monday amid a 4% drop in oil prices and rising US bond yields. Strong US tech earnings, especially from Amazon, boosted optimism, while Japa…
Markets Face High Uncertainty Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Fed Doubts, Bank Recommends Seven Inflation-Hedging Strategies
Markets worldwide, including Israel's, face heightened uncertainty due to Middle East tensions and doubts over the US Federal Reserve's inflation strategy. Despite mixed stock per…
Oil Prices Ease Amid US-Iran Tensions; Asian Markets Show Mixed Trading
US military strikes on Iran escalate tensions, impacting global markets and energy prices. Asian stocks trade mixed, with tech firms showing gains and chip stocks falling amid AI…
US-Iran Tensions Drive Volatility as Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Opens Amid Global Market Uncertainty
The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange opened amid escalating US-Iran tensions, impacting Israeli tech stocks and global markets. US Federal Reserve kept rates steady but signaled possible h…
US Dollar Stable Against Shekel as Fed Holds Rates, Euro Climbs to 3.52 Shekels
Following the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain interest rates, the US dollar stabilized near 3.08 shekels while the euro rose to 3.52 shekels. Market uncertainty grew due to…
Dollar Steady Near 3.06 Shekels as Markets Await Fed Rate Decision
The US dollar remains stable near 3.06 shekels amid slight gains in local currency markets as investors await the Federal Reserve's rate decision. Geopolitical tensions in Iran an…
Israeli Investment Chief Identifies Key Indicator for Buying and Selling Tel Aviv Stocks
Erez Koptesh, head of investments at Hachshara Insurance, advises investors to watch trading volumes on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange as key signals for buying or selling stocks. He…
Global Markets React to Middle East Tensions and Fed Rate Decision Uncertainty
Global markets opened cautiously as Iran signals a ceasefire if the US maintains its truce, causing oil prices to drop sharply. US futures rose while Tel Aviv stocks fell due to s…
JPMorgan Predicts Israel Will Cut Interest Rates in September Despite Rising Iran Tensions
Despite rising tensions with Iran and higher oil prices, JPMorgan forecasts Israel will cut interest rates in September due to low inflation and unique labor market conditions. Th…
Israeli Shekel Strengthens Slightly After US Imposes New Tariffs Including on Israel
After the US announced new tariffs including a 12.5% duty on Israeli goods, the Israeli shekel strengthened slightly against the dollar. The tariffs, targeting 60 trade partners o…
Mobileye Shares Plunge 15% After Founder Amnon Shashua Resigns as CEO
Mobileye's shares dropped 15% after founder and CEO Amnon Shashua announced his resignation, coinciding with the release of improved Q2 financial results and a broader U.S. market…
US Dollar Holds Steady Against Israeli Shekel Amid US-Iran Tensions and Rising Oil Prices
The US dollar held steady against the Israeli shekel at 3.06 amid rising US-Iran tensions and higher oil prices, which fueled inflation concerns and supported the dollar globally…
AI Reduces Entry-Level Jobs, Hindering Young Workers’ Market Access in US and UK
AI is reducing entry-level job opportunities in the US and UK by automating basic tasks, leading to fewer new hires among young workers. Studies show a significant employment decl…
Global Markets React to US-Saudi Nuclear Deal and Rising Middle East Tensions
Markets opened amid US approval of a Saudi nuclear deal and ongoing US-Iran tensions, pushing oil prices higher and affecting stocks globally. Tel Aviv stocks show mixed futures w…
Dollar Steady Near 3.05 Shekels as Global Markets Await Key Interest Rate Decisions
The US dollar trades steadily near 3.05 shekels amid calm local and global forex markets, as investors await key interest rate decisions from the Federal Reserve and European Cent…
US Dollar Rises Near 3.04 Shekels Amid Middle East Tensions, Stable Globally
The US dollar rose to nearly 3.04 shekels amid escalating Middle East tensions, while remaining stable globally despite weaker US inflation data. The conflict between Iran and the…
New Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh Commits to Fighting Inflation Despite Potential Clash with Trump
Kevin Warsh began his term as Federal Reserve Chair in May 2026, pledging to reduce inflation to 2% and maintain the Fed's independence despite potential pressure from former Pres…
Home Bitcoin Miner Wins $200,000 Using $200 Device Amid Crypto Market Recovery
A private Bitcoin miner using a $200 Bitaxe device mined a full Bitcoin block, earning 3.125 bitcoins worth about $200,000. This rare event occurred amid a recovering crypto marke…
Global Markets Open Amid Iran-US Tensions; Israeli Pharma IPO and Inflation Data Highlight Trading
Global markets opened amid heightened Iran-US tensions, with Asian stocks mostly down and US futures steady. Israel's Tel Aviv Stock Exchange saw strong gains yesterday, led by ba…
Dollar Falls Below 3 Shekels Ahead of Israel's June Inflation Data
The US dollar fell below 3 shekels ahead of Israel's June inflation report, which is expected to show a slight monthly decline. Inflation in Israel is forecasted to ease toward th…
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh Vows to Tame Inflation and Steer Monetary Policy Correctly
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh pledged in congressional testimony to correct monetary policy and overcome inflation that has troubled the U.S. economy for five years. He highli…
US Inflation Drops Sharply in June Amid Energy Price Collapse, But Risks Remain
US inflation unexpectedly fell sharply in June due to a steep drop in energy prices following a brief US-Iran ceasefire. However, renewed regional tensions have pushed oil prices…
US Inflation Unexpectedly Slows to 3.5% Annual Rate in June
US inflation unexpectedly slowed to 3.5% annually in June, driven by falling energy prices, while core inflation remained steady. Employment growth slowed sharply, but unemploymen…
US Military Strike on Oil Tanker Sparks Asian Market Sell-Off and Oil Price Surge
Following a US military strike on an oil tanker and President Trump's announcement of renewed sanctions on Iranian shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, Asian stock markets plun…
