Today, investors focused on the US Producer Price Index after US retail sales dropped, unexpectedly boosting stocks. This paradox shows how bad news can sometimes fuel market optimism, especially if it hints at potential Federal Reserve easing. Treasury yields climbed, reversing Thursday’s fall, amid expectations of a Fed rate cut in June. The S&P 500 […]
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