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APAC stocks were on the back foot following the sell-off on Wall St where stocks, treasuries and the dollar were pressured amid deficit concerns and a weak 20-year auction.US President Trump said he was feeling very good about the bill in Congress; US House Speaker Johnson said on Wednesday that they were yet to decide on a vote on the tax bill that night or on Thursday but added that the Trump tax bill is moving forward.Bitcoin extended on gains and printed a fresh all-time high of above the USD 111k level; Texas House approved the bill to create a Bitcoin reserve.European equity futures indicate a lower cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 futures down 0.8% after the cash market closed flat on Wednesday.Looking ahead, highlights include EZ, UK, US Flash PMIs, German Ifo, US Jobless Claims, Canadian Producer Prices, NZ Retail Sales, ECB Minutes, Speakers including RBA's Hauser, BoE's Breeden, Dhingra & Pill, ECB's Elderson & de Guindos, BoC's Gravelle, Fed's Barkin & Williams, Supply from Spain, France & US.Earnings from BT, British Land, easyJet, QinetiQ, Tate & Lyle, ConvaTec, Intertek, Generali, PKN Orlen, Allegro, Julius Baer, Galenica, Autodesk, Ross & Analog Devices.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

US President Trump's Tax/Spending bill is currently being debated in the US House (passed the Rules Committee overnight), the debate has formally hit the two-hour minimum as of the time of publication; vote time TBC.European stocks trade lower following the Wall Street and APAC losses; US equity futures attempt to recover recent losses.USD mixed vs. peers, EUR and GBP digest PMI metrics, JPY narrowly leads.USTs a little firmer finding some reprieve following 20yr weakness, Bunds choppy following EZ PMIs.Crude pressured amid reports of further OPEC+ output hikes, Spot gold a little lower.Bitcoin extended on gains and printed a fresh all-time high of above the USD 111k level; Texas House approved the bill to create a Bitcoin reserve.Looking ahead, US Flash PMIs, Jobless Claims, Canadian Producer Prices, NZ Retail Sales, ECB Minutes. Speakers including RBA's Hauser, BoE's Breeden, Dhingra & Pill, ECB's Elderson & de Guindos, BoC's Gravelle, Fed's Barkin & Williams, Supply from the US.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Fed kept rates unchanged; noted that risks to the economic outlook increased further and risks to both sides of the mandate have risen.President Trump said he is unwilling to lower tariffs to get China to the table; also reported that Trump is to rescind global chip curbs.APAC stocks were mostly higher following the mildly positive handover from Wall St; European stocks are set to open higher.DXY is steady with the USD mixed vs. peers, antipodeans lead, GBP underpinned by an expected trade deal with the US (to be announced today).Looking ahead, highlights include German Trade Balance, US Jobless Claims, Wholesale Sales & NY Fed SCE, BoE, Norges & Riksbank Policy Announcements, BoE DMP, BoE's Bailey & BoC's Macklem, Supply from Spain & US.Earnings from Coinbase, Cloudflare, Draftkings, Affirm, Shopify, ConocoPhillips, Warner Bros Discovery, Zealand Pharma, Maersk, Henkel, Lanxess, Rheinmetall, Infineon, Heidelberg Materials, Siemens Energy Leonardo, Mediobanca, Prysmian, Poste Italiane, Enel & BMPS.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Equities complex broadly positive in anticipation of US President Trump's deal announcement; NQ +1.3%.DXY back above 100, EUR/USD slips onto a 1.12 handle, GBP eyes UK-US trade deal and BoE.Gilts edge higher into the BoE and Trump's announcement, USTs & Bunds slip slightly.USD pickup weighs on gold whilst crude remains focused on geopolitical developments.Looking ahead, US Jobless Claims, Wholesale Sales & NY Fed SCE, BoE Policy Announcement, BoE DMP, BoE's Bailey & BoC's Macklem, Supply from the US. Earnings from Coinbase, Cloudflare, Draftkings, Affirm, Shopify, ConocoPhillips, Warner Bros Discovery.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

USTR's office was reported on Friday to have prepared a framework for staggered reciprocal trade negotiations aimed at streamlining talks with 18 partners on a rolling basis over the next 2 months until the US's July 8th deadline, according to WSJ.US Treasury Secretary Bessent said he had interaction with his Chinese counterpart in Washington last week and thinks the Chinese will see the tariff level as unsustainable and he also thinks there is a path to an agreement with China on tariffs, according to ABC New; US Agriculture Secretary said the US is holding daily conversations with China over tariffs.APAC stocks were mixed amid a lack of major catalysts from over the weekend and with a very quiet calendar to start a busy week of earnings results and key data releases including the latest US NFP report.ECB policymakers reportedly are becoming increasingly confident about a rate cut in June although there is little to no appetite for a big move, according to six sources cited by Reuters.European equity futures indicate a positive cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 futures up 0.2% after the cash market finished with gains of 0.8% on Friday.Looking ahead, highlights include US Dallas Fed Manufacturing Business Index, BoC's Market Participants Survey, Speakers including ECB's Rehn & de Guindos, Supply from the EU, Earnings from Domino's Pizza, Roper, NXP Semiconductors, Schneider Electric & Henkel.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

USTR's office was reported on Friday to have prepared a framework for staggered reciprocal trade negotiations aimed at streamlining talks with 18 partners on a rolling basis over the next 2 months until the US's July 8th deadline, according to WSJ.US Treasury Secretary Bessent said he had interaction with his Chinese counterpart in Washington last week and thinks the Chinese will see the tariff level as unsustainable and he also thinks there is a path to an agreement with China on tariffs, according to ABC New; US Agriculture Secretary said the US is holding daily conversations with China over tariffs.European indices are modestly firmer whilst US futures are incrementally in the red.Choppy USD session thus far on spot month end, GBP bid whilst CHF lags.Relatively contained start to the week for USTs, EGBs lag slightly into supply.Crude is lacklustre despite US-Iran talks, Gold continues to pullback.Looking ahead, US Dallas Fed Manufacturing Business Index, BoC's Market Participants Survey, Speakers including ECB's Rehn & de Guindos, Supply from the EU, Earnings from Domino's Pizza, Roper, NXP Semiconductors.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Send us a text with your feedback from this session! WHAT IS THE INTERNATIONAL ARRANGEMENT?Join this chAT to learn what it means to be an Athletic Trainer/Therapist around the globe and how this can lead to international work, collaboration and growth of our profession. Our distinguished panel discusses how to navigate the agreement, which countries are currently connected through the agreement and how it serves our profession around the globe.  The Panel: Steve Aspinall is a registered Sport Rehabilitator and has been the Chief Executive Officer for BASRaT since 2018 and prior to that he was Chair of the Executive Committee for 13 years. Previously, he was a lecturer in Sport Rehabilitation in the School of Health and Society at the University of Salford for over 20 years and was also an Associate Editor at the British Journal of Sports Medicine from 2015 to 2023; the worlds leading Sports and Exercise Medicine journal. (BASRaT)Pete Dewar currently serves as the Director of Operations for the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA). He is also a Board Member of the Association of Accrediting Agencies of Canada (AAAC), contributing to the oversight and development of accreditation practices across a broad range of disciplines. In addition to his leadership roles in Canada, Pete is internationally engaged as the Chair of the World Congress Committee for the World Federation of Athletic Training and Therapy (WFATT), where he helps shape global collaboration and knowledge exchange in the field. Pete holds a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Purdue University and a Master's in Teaching and Teacher Education from the University of Arizona. He has been a Board of Certification Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) since 2008. (CATA)Shannon Fleming is the Sr. Vice President of Credentialing for the BOC. Shannon began a career in athletic training as an Assistant Athletic Trainer at Nebraska Wesleyan University from August 1999 to May 2000. Educational credentials include a Master of Arts in Health and Physical Education/Fitness from Tennessee Technological University and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from Nebraska Wesleyan University. (BOC)Enda Whyte is an assistant professor in the School of Health and Human Performance and currently programme chair for the BSc in Athletic Therapy and Training at Dublin City University. Enda is the co-founder of the Centre for Injury Prevention and Performance in the School of Health and Human Performance. His research themes include determining risk factors for common musculoskeletal injuries related to physical activity and the subsequent development of injury prevention programmes which he has published widely on. (ARTI)

Danger Muffin and CRANE- what a thrill to kick off our BOC debut with all you beautiful people! A truly incredible event to play, it was a blast to share our music with so many friends! Can't wait for next year! DJ Danger Muffin https://on.soundcloud.com/yPUQs163FSmCvKeA9 CRANE https://on.soundcloud.com/QvX3W4vbpzKGo6zR6

Did the Bank of Canada make the worst decision? Alex delves into the Bank of Canada's (BOC) recent decision to pause interest rates at 2.75%, exploring its implications on the Canadian real estate market and mortgage strategies. We discuss the context of a weak growth outlook, rising job losses, and falling inflation, as well as the potential impact of the upcoming Canadian election. Key topics include the 'sticky' core inflation, consumer and business expectations, and the possible outcomes of this pause, drawing from historical data. We also examine the strategic considerations for mortgage holders, the potential for rate cuts, and the resulting effects on home affordability and the real estate market. The episode provides insights on fixed vs. variable rates, the effect of tariffs, and the psychological dynamics among consumers and businesses in this uncertain economic climate.Alex McFadyen is a seasoned independent mortgage broker with over 14 years of experience in the industry. Alex is the owner and Mortgage Advisor of Flow Mortgage Co.Alex's Social Media: @themortgagepug**********Ready to take the plunge into homeownership? Don't miss our comprehensive First-Time Home Buyers Course available at the link below. This essential resource is designed to guide you through the maze of purchasing your first home with confidence and ease. Free for a limited time to listeners of the show!https://alex-s-school-7883.thinkific.com/courses/first-time-home-buyer-courseFor daily insights, make sure to find us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube: @flowmortgagecoDon't just dream about your future home, make it a reality! Subscribe to "The Flow: Real Estate & Money Show" for more invaluable insights, and visit our website at getflowmortgage.ca to discover how we can help make your property aspirations come true.

In this week we cover some of the most consequential turning points in Canada's housing narrative to date including the breakdown of the Federal Conservative and Liberal housing plans. New home construction is collapsing at a national level—plummeting in cities like Vancouver by as much as 36% year-over-year—just as Canadians are being asked to decide who should lead the country through the next era of growth, or decline. We begin with the Bank of Canada's latest rate decision: after seven cuts in the last 12 months, the BoC held steady at 2.75%, citing uncertainty caused by the ongoing U.S. tariff war. Governor Tiff Macklem emphasized that monetary policy can't fix trade disputes but must focus on maintaining price stability. Although unemployment is rising and growth is slowing, the threat of inflation led the Bank to pause further cuts. At the same time, bond yields are surging, which could soon push mortgage rates higher, adding yet another affordability challenge for buyers.Inflation data offered a brief reprieve, coming in at 2.3% for March—cooler than expected—thanks largely to lower gas prices. Shelter costs remain high but are decelerating, and rents continue to trend downward. National home sales, however, paint a more sobering picture. Volumes fell 5% month-over-month and 9% year-over-year, making this past March the slowest on record since 2009. Despite that, prices have only dipped modestly—just 2.1% year-over-year by HPI, and 3.7% by average price—suggesting the market remains surprisingly resilient even as sentiment erodes.But it's the housing start data that really underlines the problem: Canada posted the lowest monthly housing starts in six years, and it's getting worse. Toronto's pre-sale condo market has all but collapsed. Sales are 88% below the 10-year average, and unsold inventory now sits at a staggering 78 months of supply! That's 6 years! Developers are pulling out, projects are being cancelled or converted to rentals, and there's zero profit margin left in many builds. As construction slows, a severe future housing shortage feels inevitable as the roller coaster continues.Finally, we break down the election housing platforms of both the Liberal and Conservative parties. The Liberals plan to double annual home construction to 500,000, reintroduce tax incentives for rental construction, and create a new government housing agency—yet offer little in the way of realistic execution given Canada hasn't built more than 270,000 homes in a single year in over four decades. Meanwhile, the Conservatives propose slashing GST on new homes up to $1.3M, punishing cities that fail to meet housing targets, and offering financial rewards to those that exceed them. They aim to unleash supply by freeing up federal land and cutting red tape, though critics argue their platform lacks implementation details.If housing affordability matters to you—and it should—then this episode is essential listening. We examine not only the data but the direction each political party is trying to take Canada. With construction grinding to a halt, affordability still out of reach for most, and developers hitting pause across the country, the decisions we make now will define the housing market for the next generation.  _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

US bourses finished mixed with futures thereafter pressured after NVIDIA flagged 5.5bln of charges.White House said over 15 trade deal proposals are being considered and some could be announced soon.DXY gave back some of Tuesday's strength, EUR/USD back above 1.13 and Cable above 1.3250 into UK CPI.USTs paused for breath after gains sparked by Treasury officials, Bunds rebounded and JGBs retested 141.00Crude benchmarks lackluster, XAU hit another record high while base peers followed the risk tone lowerLooking ahead, highlights include UK CPI, US Retail Sales, NZ CPI, BoC Policy Announcement, Speakers including Fed's Powell, Cook, Hammack, Logan & Schmid, BoC's Macklem & Rogers, Supply from Germany & US.Earnings from Heineken, US Bancorp, Abbott, Progressive, Travelers, Prologis, Autliv, Citizens, First Horizon, Alcoa, Barratt Redrow, Moncler, Brunello Cucinelli & Lindt.Click for the Newsquawk Week Ahead.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

China is said to be open to talks if US President Trump shows respect, via Bloomberg sources; China wants Trump to rein in cabinet members and show consistency; wants US talks to address concerns on Taiwan and sanctions.White House said over 15 trade deal proposals are being considered and some could be announced soon.European indices downbeat, but some upside seen on source reports that China is open to talks, albeit with conditions; ASML -5% after poor Q1 results amid trade uncertainty.US equity futures lower and NQ underperforms with NVDA down 5.9% after it expects a USD 5.5bln hit due to export controls.USD is softer vs. G10 peers. Support from a conciliatory trade report proved to be fleeting.Fixed is underpinned by the risk-off tone, though off best given the latest China sources.Crude reverses losses on China sources, base metals hit on US' critical mineral investigation; gold tops USD 3,300/oz.Looking ahead, US Retail Sales, NZ CPI, BoC Policy Announcement, Speakers including Fed's Powell, Cook, Hammack, Logan & Schmid, BoC's Macklem & Rogers, Supply from the US.Earnings from US Bancorp, Abbott, Progressive, Travelers, Prologis, Autoliv, Citizens, First Horizon, Alcoa.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Send us a textAll eyes on Fed Chair Powell today about rate cut hints. UK CPI keeps the door open to May BoE rate cut. Strong possibility of a BoC rate cut today. Dollar's suffering lingers, gold hits a new all-time high.Risk Warning: Our services involve a significant risk and can result in the loss of your invested capital. *T&Cs apply.Please consider our Risk Disclosure: https://www.xm.com/goto/risk/enRisk warning is correct at the time of publication and may change. Please check our Risk Disclosure for an up to date risk warningReceive your daily market and forex news analysis directly from experienced forex and market news analysts! Tune in here to stay updated on a daily basis: https://www.xm.com/weekly-forex-review-and-outlookIn-depth forex news analysis on all major currencies, such as EUR/USD, USD/JPY, GBP/USD, USD/CHF, USD/CAD, AUD/USD.

According to Mighty K, this week is all about the Aqua-crotch! That's right??? We are again diving hair-first into the world of obscure glam metal. Whether you call it: glam metal, hair metal, cock rock, hard rock… this time we are focusing on bands carrying the torch of the 80s by fully embracing the Sunset Strip sound and vision in current times! Hope you dig.What are we all about here at InObscuria? Every week your two hosts crawl down to the crypts to exhume obscure Rock n' Punk n' Metal in one of 3 categories: the Lost, the Forgotten, or the Should Have Beens. If you dig it… go dig it up and buy it! Support these artists and keep your devil horns high in the air!Songs this week include:Big Red Fire Truck - “Cravin'” from Cravin' - Single (2025)DÅZR - “Unsatisfied” from DÅZR - EP (2025)Deraps - “Last Fall” from Viva Rock N' Roll (2025)Dixie Dragster - “Payroll” from Payroll - Single(2023)The Bites - “Heather Leather” from Squeeze (2023)Bat6n R6uge M6rgue - “Massacre Of St. Valentine's Day” from Hat Trick - EP (2012)Denman - “High Heels & Leather” from The Life We Live - EP (2017)Please subscribe everywhere that you listen to podcasts!Visit us: https://inobscuria.com/https://www.facebook.com/InObscuriahttps://x.com/inobscuriahttps://www.instagram.com/inobscuria/Buy cool stuff with our logo on it!: https://www.redbubble.com/people/InObscuria?asc=uCheck out Robert's amazing fire sculptures and metal workings here: http://flamewerx.com/If you'd like to check out Kevin's band THE SWEAR, take a listen on all streaming services or pick up a digital copy of their latest release here: https://theswear.bandcamp.com/If you want to hear Robert and Kevin's band from the late 90s – early 00s BIG JACK PNEUMATIC, check it out here: https://bigjackpnuematic.bandcamp.com/

Send us a textECB is expected to trim rates, but the BoC might pause this time.  UK and Canadian CPI data also in the spotlight. Retail sales the main release in the United States. China GDP eyed as Beijing not spared by Trump.Risk Warning: Our services involve a significant risk and can result in the loss of your invested capital. *T&Cs apply.Please consider our Risk Disclosure: https://www.xm.com/goto/risk/enRisk warning is correct at the time of publication and may change. Please check our Risk Disclosure for an up to date risk warningReceive your daily market and forex news analysis directly from experienced forex and market news analysts! Tune in here to stay updated on a daily basis: https://www.xm.com/weekly-forex-review-and-outlookIn-depth forex news analysis on all major currencies, such as EUR/USD, USD/JPY, GBP/USD, USD/CHF, USD/CAD, AUD/USD.

Alexandru Boc, fostul mare fundaș al fotbalului românesc, cu prezențe la Rapid, Dinamo și Universitatea Craiova, dar și selecționat la echipa națională, este invitatul emisiunii „Prietenii lui Ovidiu”. Face dezvăluiri despre perioada petrecută în pușcărie în anii '70, după un conflict cu un ofițer de Securitate. Carismatic și rebel, Boc povestește și despre relațiile cu femei celebre.

Send us a textParsonage-Turner Syndrome can mimic several other shoulder conditions, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment if not properly identified and differentiated.• PTS typically presents with sudden onset of severe shoulder pain lasting 2-3 weeks, often triggered by viruses or vaccinations• Common symptoms include limited active and passive range of motion, weakness, atrophy (especially in deltoids), and sometimes altered sensation• Rotator cuff tears differ by having better passive than active motion and usually having a clear mechanism of injury• Cervical nerve root compression can be distinguished by performing Spurling's test and gentle cervical traction• Adhesive capsulitis has a slower onset than PTS and typically doesn't cause the significant atrophy seen in PTS cases• Diagnostic imaging should be used after thorough clinical examination to confirm suspected diagnosis• EMG/nerve conduction studies are most helpful for confirming PTS after 3-4 weeks of symptoms• Always check for skin changes like pustules or rashes that might indicate shingles, which can cause brachial neuritisJoin us for our upcoming live course on May 31st, 2025 where we'll cover more differential diagnoses like these. Visit the website link in the show notes for more information and to reserve your spot.

ome sales in Vancouver just hit their lowest point in six years, marking yet another painful milestone in what's quickly becoming one of the most uncertain and volatile real estate markets in decades. And if you're wondering why this is happening, just look at the bigger picture—consumer confidence in Canada just hit an all-time low. That's right—lower than the depths of the Great Financial Crisis, and worse than the early pandemic panic. Business confidence is in the same horrific state, and these weren't even recorded after Trump's tariffs took effect. With those now in place, pressure is mounting on the Bank of Canada as it faces a nightmarish economic puzzle: GDP is rising, inflation is expected to heat back up, the housing market is crumbling, and record levels of debt are coming due for renewal. Meanwhile, the March real estate data for Vancouver has just dropped, and we're breaking down all the key metrics—from collapsing sales volumes to rising inventory to surprisingly resilient home prices—and analyzing what all this means for home values for the spring 2025 market.Let's talk inflation. March came in hot at 2.6%, a big jump from the previous month's 1.9%, and far above expectations. Mortgage interest costs have fallen again for the 18th straight month, but inflation is now at a seven-month high, forcing the Bank of Canada into a tightening corner. And behind the scenes, 45% of businesses expect to raise prices more than 5% this year—double what it was just six months ago. While tariffs may warrant easing, inflation is pushing back hard, and markets no longer expect a rate cut in April. Meanwhile, GDP rose again—up 0.4% in January after a 0.3% climb in December—led by energy and mining. While the headline looks positive, remember: per capita GDP has been in decline for over two years. The BOC may take these numbers at face value, but it's a fragile recovery at best.South of the border, the U.S. Fed held its rate at 4.5% last month, with possible cuts later this year. But Powell made it clear: if inflation stays sticky, high rates could persist. Their GDP forecast was revised down and inflation up. The takeaway? If the Fed cuts, Canada could follow—especially as our economic risks grow and global trade uncertainty lingers. In the mortgage world, renewals are surging—up 110% year-over-year—and projections vary widely. BMO sees rates at 2% by end of 2026, while Scotia sees no cuts until 2027. The big banks don't agree, but they're all aligned on one thing: no hikes are coming. That's welcome news for those riding variable rates or planning their next move.New housing supply is in freefall. National housing starts dropped 4% month-over-month and 12% year-over-year, but BC is the epicenter of the downturn: starts plunged 22% just last month and are down 32% from last year. In Vancouver alone, they're off by 18%. This comes at a time when building permits are at rock bottom—meaning even fewer homes will be built in the years to come. While inventory is high now, the longer-term risk is a devastating shortage. Just look at the national data going back to 1972: while population growth has doubled, housing completions have actually declined. CMHC now estimates we'll be short 3.5 million homes by 2030. Add affordability and suitability issues, and we're heading toward a full-blown housing crisis. _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

Send us a text-Today we'll be discussing a recent patient of mine who presented with left LE paresthesia and difficulty walking.-I'll review the evaluation and discuss the management process.(Video) Hyperthyroidism with myelopathy(Video) Cervical Myelopathy(Video) Transverse MyelitisMyelopathy playlist videos

Maria Dong returns to the podcast to discuss her new scifi psychological thriller/horror Psychopomp--out now! We discuss writing a book about a debtors' prison on the moon, the unfortunate timeliness of the subject matter, and fighting even if you know you're gonna lose. Plus, eat the rich! Marginalized storytelling! And Many More Topics. Pick up your copy of Psychopomp: https://darkmattermagazine.shop/products/psychopomp Learn more about Maria Dong at: https://www.mariadong.com/ Follow Maria on BlueSky at: https://bsky.app/profile/mariadongwrites.bsky.social And don't miss Maria's first BoC interview: https://bitchesoncomics.com/episode-145-out-of-one-genre-and-into-another-featuring-maria-dong/ You can sign up for the monthly-ish? Bitches on Comics newsletter on our website. Follow Bitches on Comics on Bluesky and you can learn more about host Monika Estrella Negra at: http://audresrevenge.weebly.com You can learn more about host S.E. Fleenor at http://sefleenor.com and follow them on BlueSky. Follow our Sound Editor Kate on Twitter. Show us some love by giving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, PodChaser, or wherever you get your podcasts. Support us by joining our Patreon Community at http://patreon.com/queerspec Keep in touch with us, check out our curated listening lists, and see what we're up to by visiting our website: BitchesOnComics.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US President Trump said he has April 2nd tariffs set. Separately, reports that copper tariffs could be implemented in weeks.US stocks were mixed, European futures point to a mildly positive open. APAC trade mostly firmer but capped.DXY posts marginal gains, EUR/USD sub-1.08, USD/JPY gradually rebounded while AUD briefly slipped on CPI.USTs continue to pull back from Tuesday's best, Bunds subdued but off post-Ifo lows.Crude mildly underpinned, copper jumped on the tariff reports but is off best, XAU range bound.Looking ahead, highlights include UK CPI, US Durable Goods, BoC & Riksbank Minutes, UK Spring Statement, Speakers including Fed's Musalem, Kashkari & ECB's Cipollone from Italy, Germany & US, Earnings from Porsche SE & Dollar Tree.Click for the Newsquawk Week Ahead.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Send us a textWe tackle three common orthopedic questions submitted through YouTube, Facebook, and podcast emails. From diagnostic challenges to treatment options, these Q&As provide practical guidance for patients experiencing hip, foot, and knee conditions.• Young adults with hip pain that mimics arthritis might actually have labral tears or femoral acetabular impingement requiring MR arthrogram for diagnosis • Morton's neuroma and metatarsalgia can coexist because they share common causes like calf tightness and forefoot pressure• Metatarsalgia encompasses several diagnoses including sesamoiditis, capsulitis, and plantar plate tears• Morton's neuroma typically causes paresthesia in the third/fourth toes with sharp, shocking pain• Treatment for foot conditions includes orthotics, stretching, metatarsal pads and intrinsic strengthening• ACL tears won't heal themselves, but some patients can function well without surgical repair• Secondary restraints (menisci, capsule, muscles) significantly influence knee stability after ACL injury• Non-athletes and those avoiding cutting/pivoting sports are better candidates for non-surgical ACL management

European risk tone deteriorates with US futures also slumping into the red, potentially driven by EU fiscal focus, post-FOMC pullback and attention returning to tariffs/trade.USD up vs. peers, Antipodeans lags, EUR slides and GBP eyes BoE.Bonds are bid post FOMC & as the tone deteriorates, Gilts lead on data & reports around the Spring Statement.Crude succumbs to the risk-off sentiment, with base metals also heading lower.Looking ahead, US Philly Fed Index, Jobless Claims, Japanese CPI, BoE & SARB Policy Announcements, Speakers including ECB's Lane, BoC's Macklem. Supply from the US, Earnings from Jabil, Micron, Nike, FedEx.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Fed maintained rates & dots, cut growth & lifted inflation projections. To slow the balance sheet runoff. Powell emphasized uncertainty, a wait-and-see approach.Trump posted "The Fed would be MUCH better off CUTTING RATES as U.S.Tariffs start to transition... into the economy"APAC stocks mixed, US futures saw a dovish reaction to the FOMCDXY pulled back, EUR/USD & GBP/USD briefly above 1.09 and 1.30 respectivelyFixed income bid post-FOMC though further gains were somewhat capped given the Tokyo holidayCrude firmer following the risk tone and factoring some geopolitical updates while XAU hit a new USD 3057/oz record highLooking ahead, highlights include US Philly Fed Index, Jobless Claims, Japanese CPI, German Producer Prices, BoE, SNB, Riksbank & SARB Policy Announcements, Speakers including ECB's Lagarde & Lane, SNB's Schlegel, Riksbank's Thedeen, BoC's Macklem & BoE's Bailey. Supply from Spain, France & US, Earnings from PDD, Jabil, Accenture, Micron, Nike, FedEx, RWE & Lanxess.Click for the Newsquawk Week Ahead.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Breakfast of Champions is always been a special day of welcoming the new year with new and old friends and seeing our community come together in one place is magical! Although I have taken a step back from DJing and posting mixes, but without fail, BOC inspires me to keep on playing. If you were there with me on the dancefloor, I was seriously soaking in all your vibes... thank you all for making it such a memorable set! Catch me next on 3/22/25 at 7th West in Oakland with Disco Donutz! Find me at IG and FB @djshooey!

The Bank of Canada cut interest rates this week for the 7th consecutive time, lowering the overnight rate to 2.75%—a level we haven't seen since August 2022. But what really caught our attention wasn't just the cut itself—it was what Governor Tiff Macklem said at the press conference. Macklem explicitly stated that tariffs are restraining household spending intentions, and in response, the BOC is acting to stimulate the economy. That's right—he's openly admitting that the Bank is working to revive spending, which in Canada, largely means propping up the housing market. This isn't speculation. It's policy. And it's becoming increasingly clear that maintaining home prices is a top priority at the highest levels of government.But what does this mean for Canadians, especially those with mortgages renewing this year? We ran the numbers: a homeowner who took out an $800,000 mortgage in 2020 at 1.8% will see their monthly payments jump by $927 if they renew today at a 4.39% fixed rate. That's still 32% higher than what they were paying four years ago. While rate cuts are happening, they're nowhere near enough to ease the burden of higher borrowing costs—at least not yet. On the inflation front, early warning signs are flashing yellow. The Raw Materials Price Index is up 11% year-over-year, the highest jump since 2022. The Industrial Product Price Index is also rising, historically a leading indicator of core inflation. And with 20% of businesses planning to hike prices by 6% or more this year, it's possible that inflation could start creeping back up by Q4 2025. If that happens, we may not see as many rate cuts as the market is pricing in.The uncertainty around tariffs is also crushing consumer and business confidence. The Index of Consumer Confidence has now dropped below Global Financial Crisis levels, meaning people feel worse about the economy today than they did in 2008. And with nearly 63% of Canadians saying it's a bad time to make a major purchase, spending is slowing—bad news for businesses already holding back on investments. This hesitation is showing up in BC real estate sales as well. In February, home sales in BC fell 9.7% year-over-year, with average prices down 2.4%. The total sales volume hit just $4.8 billion, an 11.8% decline compared to last year. This is a major shift from the red-hot market we saw in 2021 and 2022, proving that even with rate cuts, buyers remain cautious.Lastly, we take a deep dive into the growing wealth divide. Despite economic uncertainty, household net worth in Canada surged 1.4% in Q4 2024, adding $236.3 billion in wealth and bringing the total to $17.5 trillion. Over the past year, wealth climbed by 7.3%, even after adjusting for inflation. But here's the catch: the top 20% of households now control 68% of all financial assets, a share that continues to grow. With interest rates coming down, asset holders will benefit the most, widening the wealth gap even further. _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

We're sharing our episode a few days early this week and it contains two segments. Jay Ward Hunger Strike First up, a recent interview with James “Jay” Ward. Jay was featured in a show about a year ago: he went into prison at 15 years old in Ohio and has been in for 19 years at this point. He participated in the 2018 Nationwide Prisoner Strike as well as other self-advocacy protests since and is trying to raise funds with his outside supporters to pay for a lawyer to help him win his release as his mandatory minimum date comes up next year. When this was recorded, Jay was 11 days into a hunger strike demanding a return of his personal items and a transfer to a space where he won't be targeted for violence by gangs, alongside a couple of other requests listed in his letter at the end of this post. You can hear how tired he is from subsisting only on water for the last week and a half, struggling to keep focus and concentrate on the conversation throughout our chat. You can find his gofundme for updates and ways to donate.  If you want to support his hunger strike, his supporters are requesting people call between 9am and 5pm central time (Mon-Fri) the following numbers to voice concern for the safety and conditions of James Ward A517461 on hunger strike : Mansfield Correctional Institution at 419-525-4455 and ask to talk to Warden Harold May the Central ODRC office at 614-387-0588 At the bottom of our show notes you can find Jay's public announcement of his circumstances and requests. You can also email your concerns to drc.manci@odrc.state.ohio.us as well as to the ODRC Director Annette Chambers-Smith (via annette.chambers-smith@odrc.state.ohio.us ). Jay is wanting people to reach out to contact him via his mailing address (below) or JPay.com (using the info in his mailing address): James Ward A517461 Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Mail Processing Center (OMPC) 884 Coitsville-Hubbard Road Youngstown, Ohio 44505 Antifascist Voices in Europe Then you'll hear an interview conducted by our comrades at crna luknja in Ljubljana, Slovenia with antifascists countering neonazi demonstrations in Budapest, Hungary, and Sofia, Bulgaria. This was featured in the latest episode of B(A)D News from the A-Radio Network, a monthly podcast from a network that we affiliate with and worth checking out for “angry voices from around the world”. Finally, you'll hear Sean Swain's promise for a brighter, goldener era for the USA (and subsequently the world) Announcements Malik Muhammad Phone Zap There's a phone zap currently on to move 2020 "Palestinian pansexual Muslim... anarchist antifascist, anti-racist abolitionist" prisoner Malik Muhammad out of solitary confinement at Snake River Correctional in Oregon. Call Snake River Correctional with the following demands weekdays between 9am and 5pm pacific time: Return Malik to general inmate population; Restore communications rights and mail; Return all books and possessions immediately; End the persecution now! Master Control: 541-881-5018 Superintendent: 541-881-5002 Inspector: 541-881-5081 Chaplains: 541-881-4624, 541-881-4625, 541-881-4626, 541-881-4686 General Line: 541-881-5000 Please write to Malik and let him know you stand with him! Malik Muhammad #23935744 Snake River Correctional Institution 777 Stanton Blvd Ontario, OR 97914-8335 *Note*: Please include page numbers and return addresses on each page because the prison typically does not give inmates the envelopes. Update on Fund Raising and supporting TFSR A quick update to the patreon request we made in recent episodes: We're back where we were a month ago, covering the basic costs. Big thanks to those who stepped up to help! We have other costs beyond that (printing and mailing our small contribution to prisoner zines per month, replenishing our stickers, equipment upgrades) that we could also use support in if you have a few bucks a month. We have that patreon with it's early audio releases and other thank-yous, or anonymized payments via liberapay that can be one-time or recurring. We also have a big cartel store with some merch and can take payments via venmo and paypal. These are linked at https://thefinalstrawradio.noblogs.org/donate If you appreciate the work we do but don't have the extra money, the best way to contribute is to get involved in face to face organizing where you are, integrating movements against oppression and capitalism into your life and brings others along with you since we can't get there without each other. If you want to support the podcast without money, you can spread word about the podcast by getting in touch, offering up graphic skills, helping us proof our transcripts, talking about us to friends, incorporating our zines or episodes into a discussion group, sending zines to prisoners, rating us on google and apple podcasts or spreading word on social media. We also take audio submissions and if you're interested in getting involved, the production and interviews don't get us paid but they open up avenues to talk to authors about their ideas as well as raise awareness and involvement in social struggles and pick up the skills along the way. And if you live in a place with a community radio station, public radio station or college radio station and want to hear us on the airwaves, get a few friends together and reach out to suggest our free, weekly radio show and hopefully some of the ideas will filter out to your neighbors. More info at our Radio tab. Thanks for listening! Statement from Jay on his conditions This is Jay's letter to the head of the Ohio DRC: Dear Annette chambers-smith This is James Ward from ManCI. The last time I wrote to you I had explained a lot to you that has been going on here concerning my safety. And after that letter the administration got mad at me for going to you because they have not been trying to do anything to really ensure my safety here at Mansfield. And I'm writing you again because I don't know who else to go to with my recent situation and concerns, because nobody has been helpful. And currently, my safety is back at risk. About 7 months ago right before the admin got the letter I sent you, UMC Henry got me placed in unit 4B (the faith based block here), mainly for my safety concerns. Every block that I've been put in since I been here, I've became a victim to gangs and have also got a hit put on me, which UMC Henry and the rest other admin doesn't want to believe although they seen and heard proof. So it makes it to where I have to go on PC invest, suicide watch or hunger strike to ensure my safety. But I honestly don't like being in the hole unless I legitimately did something wrong. So my current situation is that I am on hunger strike to ensure my safety, but also for other reasons that I will explain. When I got put in 4B, its an inmate that the unit refers to as frank (4B/128 bottom) and they basically let him control the operation of the block. How? He's been in that block for a long time and manages the faith base programs, etc. But due to the reputation he has built up with the unit staff, Sgt Knowlton and others believes everything he tells them. So when I first got moved over their, I was honestly selling food to people that didn't have any. But frank went to the unit and told them that I was selling drugs to try and get me moved out of the block. The unit called me over and talked to me about it and I stopped selling food for awhile. I was do in everything I was required to do and haven't got no ticket. Recently, I was trying to organize a group meal for people that really didn't have much. And an inmate named Green wanted to be involved. But when I told Green that a prisoner support group was going to do a fundraiser to raise the money for the meal he backed out. He then went to inmate frank and told frank that I was trying to scam people and get them outside cases. Franks celly told me that frank said this and was going to put a stop to what I was doing. Next thing you know I'm on the list to move out of the block ( I was sent to 2B). I then sent a kite to Sgt. Knowlton and basically asked him why I got moved and also told him things that frank and others are doing in that block, but he disregarded everything I told him and only told me "you were doing too much, use your imagination". So I then kited UMC Henry and told him what happened and he said he'd look into it. But before Henry could let me know anything, my Cally told me that someone wanted him to take the hit on me. I then went on suicide watch to ensure my safety. Because PC invest has not gotten me anything and they put you in a cell with someone else that can have their family look you up. That's what people do here (sneak thru your stuff to find your ID number and have their family look you up). And I also started my hunger strike because I know that the admin won't do anything to help me. Recently, henry talked to me and said that he will investigate what happened in 4B, but that a hunger strike isn't how I will get moved back. But for me to go to a regular block while he investigates. And I get it that a hunger strike is not the way to get moved back, but I refuse to go to a regular block where my safety will be at risk. Henry wanting me to go to a regular block while he investigates is like saying go get jumped on while I look into this. 4C is the only block here that I will be safe in, because its the intake block (all of the new people that don't know anything about e hit on me goes to that block), but Henry will not put me there. During the time that I was on PC invest before I got moved to 4B, I found out that property of mine came up missing from the TPU vault. While I was in TPU I was writing complaints on LT. Brooks and Sgt. Risner for not allowing me to do my 2.4. The end result was that the active AIIS at the time (B. Lower) and the IIS D. Blankenship falsified a modified response to my complaint to make it seem like I was lying and that they found the items in my cell. But 2 days before Lower came to search my cell, I was called to the inspectors office concerning my lost property because someone in your office wanted to know what property was I talking about in my complaint. So I told them everything and that a theft report was filed. But the theft report was not put on onbase yet, so lower had to contact the block officer that wrote it (officer Comstock). So they called me back up to the inspectors office and offered to reimburse me with $42+ on my commissary and a few items from contraband. So I told them I'd think about it. They called me back up the next day and I told them I didn't want it because they wouldn't replace everything I was missing. So the next day after that is when lower came to search my cell. And when he left he told me that I should have taken the deal. After that, IIS Blankenship wrote 13 false statements in her modified response, which is a criminal offence that I can prove with the paperwork that I have. And now they have lower walking around as a Lt. Blankenship was already caught falsifying state documents in Darryl Smith' lawsuit. I been 5 years R.I.B ticket free. 3 of those years was when I was in level 4. I been here 2 years with no real trouble. The first year when I went up for my security review it was said that I needed time to adjust. This past year when I went up, the admin recommended level decrease. But then I find out that I didn't get my level dropped, because an incident that took place 8 years ago and isn't true. The BOC said that my level decrease was denied because I tried to kill a staff. I've never been a threat to anybody since I been locked up. And the time that they referred to is when I had just got put in a regular cell on suicide watch. They didn't have a crisis cell to use. So the cuff port had to stay open. And I had joked with the officer saying that I found a razor, so without really knowing if I had one he sprayed me in the face with OC. So they removed me from the cell to clean it, but they never found a razor. And I told them not to put that officer back on my watch cuz he sprayed me for no reason, and I was honestly mad. But they put him back on my watch. So to try and get him off my watch, in a fast motion I acted like I was reaching out to grab him. He was too far from the door for me to grab or anything, but he wrote me up saying that I tried to cut him with a razor. And they never allowed me to go to my R.I.B or SMP hearing. But that happened 8 years ago. And majority of that time since then I have continuously show a dramatic change in my behavior with no R.I.B tickets. I believe the only reason my level decrease was denied is because UMC Henry contacted someone in your office to find something that they can use against me to hold me here. Because I have wrote complaints against Henry and wrote that letter to you. And he knows how much I been wanting to leave this prison, but he won't transfer me even though my safety is continuously at risk here. Lastly! I have chronic damage in both of my shoulders that causes them to be able to dislocate if I'm not paying attention to how I use my arms, mainly only when it comes to having my arms outstretched or if I have to climb something. The last time I was placed on the top bunk, my left shoulder dislocated when I was trying to climb up. I feel backwards and busted my head open on a dresser, then on the floor. And that is in my medical record from when I was at W.C.I. And since then, I have had many other dislocations that is in my medical record. I was given bottom rack restriction each time, but I never really needed it since I been at level 4. Since I been here I been trying to get it back but medical tells me its not required for my injuries. They gave it to me for 3 months and that was it. If my shoulder dislocates while trying to climb onto the top bunk and I bust my head open again, then I can sue the medical department for negligence and deliberate indifference because I have told them about my chronic dislocations and they choose not to do anything about it. All I ask for: 1) My property to be replaced 2) My bottom bunk restriction 3) My level decreased so I can leave ManCI 4) If I can't get 3, then I ask to be placed in 4C for the remaining time that I'm at ManCI These are reasonable request and within reason.

APAC stocks traded mixed following the choppy performance stateside where the focus was centred on tariff rhetoric and Ukraine ceasefire talks.US President Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium took effect with no exemptions; cancelled 50% tariff on Canada.Ukraine expressed readiness to accept the US proposal to enact an immediate and interim 30-day ceasefire.European equity futures indicate a positive cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 future up 1.2% after the cash market closed with losses of 1.4% on Tuesday.FX markets are broadly contained, DXY lingers around 103.50, EUR/USD is holding just above the 1.09 mark, JPY marginally lags.Looking ahead, highlights include ECB Wage Tracker, US CPI, BoC & NBP Policy Announcements, OPEC MOMR, RBA's Jones, ECB's Lagarde, Villeroy, Escrivá, Nagel, Lane & BoC's Macklem, Supply from UK, Germany & US, Earnings from Adobe, Brenntag, Puma, Rheinmetall, Porsche & Inditex.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

European bourses are in the green as sentiment in the complex improves; US futures are also higher with the NQ slightly outperforming.USD is a little firmer ahead of US CPI data, JPY lags peers.Bonds are bearish overall amid supply, inflation updates & German fiscal developments.Oil and base metals firmer, gold trades sideways ahead of US CPI.Looking ahead, US CPI, BoC & NBP Policy Announcements, OPEC MOMR, US 25% tariff on all imports of steel and aluminium come into effect, Speakers including RBA's Jones, ECB's Centeno, Nagel, Lane & BoC's Macklem, Supply from the US, Earnings from Adobe.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Trade with Onyx Markets: onyxmarkets.co.uk Sign up for James Brodie's Onyx Institute trading course: onyxcapitalgroup.com/learn This episode of Macro Mondays aired live at 12pm on Monday, the 10th of March, 2025. Join us every Monday at 12pm UK time for Macro Mondays LIVE with James Brodie and James Todd, as we unpack the major developments shaping global markets and look ahead to a pivotal week. Key highlights this week: U.S. employment data in line with expectations German fiscal expansion sends yields surging (worst day in 35 years) China falls into deflation again Dollar's 3rd worst week in 15 years Bullish bets for oil near 15-year lows Key data releases this week: Tuesday – JOLTS job openings Wednesday – US CPI, mortgage applications, BOC rate decision Thursday– US PPI Friday – US consumer sentiment, UK GDP & IP  Tune in for expert insights, actionable analysis, and an in-depth look at how these shifts impact the markets and your strategies. Don't miss it! https://linktr.ee/onyxcapitalgroupFollow us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@worldofoilderivativesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/onyx-capitalgroup/X: https://x.com/Onyx__EdgeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@onyxcgroupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/onyxcgroup/CFD- and spread bet-retail accounts generally lose money.

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On this weeks RIPEcast our good friend from New York @_defkon with a live set on the Mog stage from Breakfast of Champions '25. Link to mix in comments From Defkon - Playing the 25th Anniversary of Breakfast of Champions was an absolute honor. The Space Cowboys have been a huge inspiration in my journey as a DJ, so getting the chance to represent Brooklyn at BOC this year was a dream come true. Sharing the stage with legends like Sporty-O & Thug Shells —who both came out to perform with me—made it even more special. Knowing I was playing for a veteran crowd that's heard and danced to some of the best breaks out there, I knew I had to bring my A-game. I think I accurately delivered my sound, keeping the energy high and the dance floor moving until the very end. Closing out the legendary MOG Stage alongside my mentors was an unforgettable experience. Huge thanks to DJ Deckard, Rumblemunk, and the entire Space Cowboys crew for welcoming me with open arms and making me feel at home!

This week on the RIPEcast, Space Cowboys welcome back Smoove to the Bay Area. Aloha Funkateers Back in Y2K era San Francisco, there was a trend amongst the uber cool restaurants where - as part of the dining room ambience - you would often find a DJ mixing live during dinner service. It was here, spinning vinyl all night propped up at the end of the bar, in this bastion of late 20th century California fusion cuisine I found my entrance into the fantastical wonderland that is the Bay Area DJ community. And it was here where I first encountered the Space Cowboys. The subsequent years featured a significant increase of the color orange into my wardrobe, Halloween undergrounds, a Unimog, breakbeats (so. Many. Breakz!) renegades in Golden Gate Park, that thing in the desert, decompression/recompression, Love parades, rhinestones, Martha, NewsBreakz, heartbreakz. And yes, a New Year's Day sunrise party. It was a glorious time to be alive So I think it's fitting my first time back at BOC in *this many* years was the 25th anniversary. I was hella psyched to be on this years line up because, if I'm being perfectly honest, I have missed you all. Spinning this set was a true joy and it was an honor to be back with the original crew. -Smoove

APAC stocks began the week mixed after last Friday's sell-off on Wall St and amid holiday-quietened trade with Japanese markets closed for the Emperor's Birthday, while participants also reflected on the results from Sunday's German election.DAX futures rallied by 1%, Bund futures marginally softened, EUR/USD outperformed and reclaimed the 1.0500 handle as Germany's CDU/CSU won the election on Sunday with a Grand coalition possible; far-right AfD came second.US President Trump said on Friday that he spoke with Chinese President Xi on fentanyl. US President Trump's team is reportedly pushing Mexico towards tariffs on Chinese imports, according to Bloomberg.Ukrainian President Zelensky said the issue of elections is a step to apply pressure on Ukraine and he is willing to quit the presidency if it means peace in Ukraine which he said could be exchanged for NATO membership.European equity futures indicate a higher cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 futures up 0.7% after the cash market closed with gains of 0.3% on Friday.Looking ahead, highlights include German Ifo Expectations, US National Activity Index, Speakers including BoE's Lombardelli, Pill, Ramsden, Dhingra & BoC's Gravelle, Supply from the EU & US, Earnings from Domino's Pizza, Him & Hers, Riot Platforms, Tempus AI, Cleveland Cliffs & Zoom.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

European bourses mostly firmer with clear outperformance in the DAX 40 after CDU/CSU wins the German election; US futures gain.EUR firmer post-German election, but off best levels, USD mixed vs. peers.Two-way action in Bunds as Merz secures the Chancellery but a blocking minority exists, Gilts await BoE speak.Crude flat, precious metals mixed, and base metals mostly lower amid tariff woes.Looking ahead, US National Activity Index, Speakers including BoE's Ramsden, Dhingra & BoC's Gravelle, Supply from the US, Earnings from Domino's Pizza, Him & Hers, Riot Platforms, Tempus AI, Cleveland Cliffs & Zoom.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

European bourses are mostly higher after paring initial pressure following dire French PMIs; US futures are modestly mixed.DXY attempts to recoup lost ground, EUR weighed on by PMIs, JPY hit by Ueda remarks.BoJ Governor Ueda said if markets make abnormal moves, the BoJ stands ready to respond nimbly, such as through market operations, to smooth market moves.Bunds bolstered by soft PMI metrics; Commodities are pressured by the firmer Dollar.Looking ahead, US Flash PMIs, Canadian Retail Sales, Speakers include ECB's Lane, BoC's Macklem & Fed's Kugler & Jefferson.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

APAC stocks traded mostly higher albeit with mixed price action seen following the subdued handover from Wall St where stocks declined amid geopolitical uncertainty, disappointing data and weak Walmart guidance, while participants in the region digested earnings releases and central bank commentary.Fed's Kugler (voter) said she believes the Fed should hold the policy rate in place for some time and noted there is currently a lot of uncertainty about the potential effect of President Trump's tariffs.Japanese CPI printed mostly above expectations; BoJ Governor Ueda said if markets make abnormal moves, the BoJ stands ready to respond nimbly, such as through market operations, to smooth market moves.US President Trump's administration gave Ukraine an "improved" draft for a minerals agreement between the countries after Ukrainian President Zelensky infuriated US President Trump by rejecting his initial offer, while sources on both sides now say a deal is now looking more likely, according to Axios.European equity futures indicate a flat cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 futures U/C after the cash market closed flat on Thursday.Looking ahead, highlights include EZ, UK & US Flash PMIs, UK & Canada Retail Sales, Speakers including ECB's Lane, BoC's Macklem & Fed's Kugler & Jefferson, Earnings from Air Liquide, Standard Chartered & Poste Italiane.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Arizona has spring training...if you love the MLB, you should consider working with Lindsey Loughran in Arizona. What is your AT Story? Lindsey Loughrin got injured in high school and had ACL surgery.  She got to meet the Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer through the injury. Lindsey created a job shadowing program that became the current student athletic training aide program. She attended a small college in Missouri to double major in theater and AT. Lindsey Moved back to Chicago to study for the BOC.  then she got a lot of experience at Northwestern University in Chicago Blessed to receive a GA position at Northern Arizona University she moved down to Arizona She worked with a high school for 7-8 years in Illinois, but when job changes were occurring she looked to get back to Arizona. The incoming Arizona AT Association president was mentored by a NATA HOF member who told me to get involved. Linsey started with the Governmental Affairs Committee, then secretary and VP.  Now she is the incoming President What is a unique aspect of Athletic Training in your state? Working with native American or tribal populations. What is a big challenge for Athletic Trainers in Arizona? 2 years ago we opened our license and have included dry needling for certified people. The next challenge is preparing for new licensure   You're recruiting ATs to work in Arizona…what is your sales pitch? We have a lot of diversity and some great masters programs: secondary school clinical outreaches, university, industrial professional sports We are in a stage of growth Landscape Lots of diversity in environments We are a good bunch of ATs, we help each other grow and stay connected. Contact Us: Lindsey Jeremy

As Millions of mortgages come up for renewal, we have been getting this question a lot. Fixed or Variable, whats the move for this year? We are joined by financial columnist and fellow Podcast Rob Carrick to discuss. Variable and fixed-rate mortgages are now at par after six BOC rate cuts, with the 5-year bond yield dropping significantly from 3.85% to 2.64%⁠ The Bank of Canada is expected to implement two more quarter-point rate cuts by July 2025, bringing the policy rate to 2.50%, with Big 6 banks forecasting even more aggressive cuts to 2.00-2.25% by year-end⁠ ⁠​Market volatility is at levels not seen since 2008, with potential U.S. trade tensions and recession concerns creating an unpredictable rate environment⁠⁠ Check out Rob's Website See Rob At the Globe & Mail GET M DDLE SCHOOL EVENT TICKETS Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) | BMO Global Asset Management Buy & sell real estate with Ai at Valery.ca Get a mortgage pre-approval with Owl MortgageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

APAC stocks followed suit to the gains on Wall St where sentiment was underpinned amid a softer yield environment and the lack of trade war escalation.US Treasury Secretary Bessent said Trump wants lower 10-year yields; is not calling for the Fed to lower rates.European equity futures indicate a positive cash open with Euro Stoxx 50 future up 0.5% after the cash market closed with gains of 0.1% on Wednesday.DXY is sub-108, antipodeans lag, EUR/USD has returned to a 1.04 handle, JPY supported by hawkish BoJ comments.Looking ahead, highlights include Swedish CPI, EZ Retail Sales, US Jobless Claims, BoE, CNB & Banxico Policy Announcements, BoE DMP, BoE Governor Bailey, Fed's Waller, Daly, Jefferson & BoC's Macklem, Supply from Spain & France.Earnings from ING, ArcelorMittal, Oersted, Carlsberg, Maersk. Compass, AstraZeneca, Société Generale, Vinci, L'Oréal, Eli Lilly, Roblox, Amazon & Affirm.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

European bourses at highs; US futures edge higher ahead of a slew of earnings.USD attempts to recoup lost ground, EUR/USD back below 1.04, GBP awaits BoE.Bonds in the red but off lows via a strong French auction & stagflationary UK data amid reports of a UK Cabinet reshuffle.Metals trade mixed amid the Dollar but crude holds an upward bias.Looking ahead, US Jobless Claims, BoE, CNB & Banxico Policy Announcements, BoE DMP, Speakers including BoE Governor Bailey, Fed's Waller, Daly, Jefferson & BoC's Macklem, Earnings from Eli Lilly, Roblox, Amazon & Affirm.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

APAC stocks traded higher following the positive handover from Wall St where tech clawed back some of the DeepSeek-related losses.European equity futures indicate a positive open with Euro Stoxx 50 future up 0.8% after the cash market closed with gains of 0.1% on Tuesday; boosted by pre-market earnings from ASML.DXY is a touch lower, JPY, EUR and GBP are all marginally firmer vs. the USD, AUD lags post-CPI.Microsoft (MSFT) is probing if a DeepSeek-linked group improperly obtained OpenAI data, according to FT.Looking ahead, highlights include Spanish GDP (Q4), US Advance Goods Trade Balance, NZ Trade Balance, Fed, BoC, Riksbank & BCB Policy Announcements, Fed Chair Powell, BoC's Macklem & Rogers, Riksbank's Thedeen, BoE Governor Bailey, Supply from UK & Germany, Earnings from ASML, Volvo AB, Santander, Tesla, Meta, Microsoft, IBM, T-Mobile, Danaher, General Dynamics & VF Corp.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

European bourses mostly firmer, with Tech surging after blockbuster ASML bookings; NQ slightly outperforms.USD is a little firmer ahead of the FOMC, CAD awaits BoC, AUD softer post-CPI.Bonds are bid into the FOMC. BTPs & OATs attentive to domestic matters.Crude slides and metals trade mixed ahead of FOMC.Looking ahead, US Advance Goods Trade Balance, NZ Trade Balance, Fed, BoC, & BCB Policy Announcements Speakers including Fed Chair Powell, BoC's Macklem & Rogers, BoE Governor Bailey, Earnings from Tesla, Meta, Microsoft, IBM, ServiceNow, T-Mobile, Danaher, General Dynamics & VF Corp.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

APAC stocks traded mostly higher as the region took impetus from the rally on Wall St in the aftermath of the soft-leaning US CPI data which boosted Fed rate cut bets and saw money market pricing of cuts for this year return to around pre-NFP levels.US official said a Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal was reached and will take effect on 19th January; the deal outlines a six-week initial ceasefire phase that includes a gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from central Gaza and the return of displaced Palestinians to northern Gaza.Fed's Williams (voter) said he doesn't see higher yields reflecting a big inflation view shift and is not surprised bond yields have risen; Fed's Goolsbee (2025 voter) said he still sees continued progress on inflation.BoJ is said to see a good chance of a January rate hike barring a major market rout following Trump's inauguration, according to Bloomberg citing several unnamed people.BoE's Taylor said he expects the underlying trend of inflation to remain on track towards the 2% target from now on and his base case on rate cuts is around 100bps this year.European equity futures indicate a flat cash market open with Euro Stoxx 50 futures U/C after the cash market gained 1.0% on Wednesday.Looking ahead, highlights include UK GDP, US Jobless Claims, Philly Fed Index & Retail Sales, ECB Minutes, NBP Policy Announcement, Treasury Secretary nomination hearing for Scott Bessent, Comments from BoC's Gravelle, Supply from Spain & the US, Earnings from Taylor Wimpey, Whitbread, Wise, Pearson, Richemont, TSMC, UnitedHealth, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, USB, PNC & Infosys.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

European bourses opened on a strong footing and remain at highs, with Tech and Luxury among top performers; US futures mixed whilst NQ leads.USD mixed vs. peers, JPY leads as BoJ hike bets mount after reports noted that BoJ is said to see a good chance of a January rate hike barring a major market rout, following Trump's inauguration.Gilts gap lower despite soft GDP, USTs await data and Treasury Secretary nominee Bessent's confirmation hearing.Crude takes a breather while base metals cheer risk appetite.Looking ahead, US Jobless Claims, Philly Fed Index & Retail Sales, ECB Minutes, NBP Policy Announcement, Treasury Secretary nomination hearing for Scott Bessent, Comments from BoC's Gravelle, Supply from the US, Earnings from UnitedHealth, Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, USB, PNC.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Jason and Jeff discuss the importance of revisiting the fundamentals of investing as we enter the new year. They highlight why it's crucial to know your financial goals, understand what you own, and make informed decisions about buying and selling stocks. 01:34 Back to Basics: Investing Fundamentals 02:06 Listener Engagement and Feedback 04:38 The Importance of Financial Goals 08:05 Understanding Your Investments 18:19 Goals vs. Incentives in Investing 37:14 Personal Investing Journey and Mistakes 40:43 Market Trends and Stock Performance 44:06 Basics of Buying and Selling Stocks 47:45 Challenges and Decisions in Stock Investing 52:50 The Art of Selling Stocks Companies mentioned: AAPL, BOC, CRWD, MELI, NVDA, ZS ********************************* Subscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader at: https://savvytrader.com/investingunscripted/investing-unscripted-portfolio?s=MjM0NDM6NTQ1OA== ******************************** Email: investingunscripted@gmail.com Twitter: @InvestingPod Check out our YouTube channel for more content:  https://www.youtube.com/@InvestingUnscripted ******************************* To get 15% off any paid plan at finchat.io, visit https://finchat.io/unscripted ******************************* Investing Unscripted is brought to you by Public.com* Visit https://public.com/investingunscripted  *All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC.  A Bond Account is a self-directed brokerage account with Public Investing, member FINRA/SIPC. Deposits into this account are used to purchase 10 investment-grade and high-yield bonds. The 6%+ yield is the average, annualized yield to worst (YTW) across all ten bonds in the Bond Account, before fees, as of 12/13/2024. A bond's yield is a function of its market price, which can fluctuate; therefore, a bond's YTW is not “locked in” until the bond is purchased, and your yield at time of purchase may be different from the yield shown here. The “locked in” YTW is not guaranteed; you may receive less than the YTW of the bonds in the Bond Account if you sell any of the bonds before maturity or if the issuer defaults on the bond. Public Investing charges a markup on each bond trade. See our Fee Schedule (https://public.com/disclosures/fee-schedule).  Bond Accounts are not recommendations of individual bonds or default allocations. The bonds in the Bond Account have not been selected based on your needs or risk profile. See Bond Account Disclosures (https://public.com/disclosures/bond-account) to learn more. Alpha is an AI research tool powered by GPT-4.  Alpha is experimental and may generate inaccurate responses.  Output from Alpha should not be construed as investment research or recommendations, and should not serve as the basis for any investment decision. Public makes no warranties about its accuracy, completeness, quality, or timeliness of any Alpha out. Please independently evaluate and verify any such output for your own use case. *Terms and Conditions apply. ********************************* Find the 2025 Portfolio Contest here: https://tinyurl.com/2025IUcontest Find the 2024 Portfolio Contest here: https://tinyurl.com/2024contest Find the 2023 Portfolio Contest here:  https://tinyurl.com/Smatterfolio2023

On the 276th episode of Big Orange Couch: The 90s Nickelodeon Podcast, Andrew, Joey, and Chris discuss the year 2024. Topics include: podcasts, video games, TV shows, albums, books, movies, songs, and events. Plus, Rick Rubin, Chris vs. a Domino's sign, A.I., a dino count, UN's year of..., a BOC reflection, and so much more!  

In the December mailbag, Jason and Jeff dive into their final Q&A session for 2024, sharing insights on feeling rich versus poor, the risks of quantum computing to Bitcoin, and whether Lindy is a commodity business. The hosts also unveil plans for the 2025 portfolio contest. Have a question for a future mailbag? Send them to us at any time! 01:12 Welcome to the Last Q&A of the Year 03:22 Discussing Market Valuations and Investment Strategies 13:26 Balancing Saving and Spending: Listener Questions 26:14 Quantum Computing and Bitcoin Security 30:38 Diversification and Financial Exposure 31:06 QuantumScape and Investment Strategies 32:16 The Role of ASML in Modern Technology 34:17 Understanding Lindy's Industrial Gas Business 43:12 2025 Portfolio Contest 50:15 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts Companies mentioned: ASAN, ASML, BOC, LIN, NVDA, OM, QS, TDOC, ZM ***************************************** Subscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader at: https://savvytrader.com/investingunscripted/investing-unscripted-portfolio?s=MjM0NDM6NTQ1OA== ***************************************** Email: investingunscripted@gmail.com Twitter: @InvestingPod Check out our YouTube channel for more content:  https://www.youtube.com/@InvestingUnscripted ****************************************** To get 15% off any paid plan at finchat.io, visit https://finchat.io/unscripted ****************************************** Investing Unscripted is brought to you by Public.com* Visit https://public.com/investingunscripted  *A Bond Account is a self-directed brokerage account with Public Investing, member FINRA/SIPC. Deposits into this account are used to purchase 10 investment-grade and high-yield bonds. As of 9/26/24, the average, annualized yield to worst (YTW) across the Bond Account is greater than 6%. A bond's yield is a function of its market price, which can fluctuate; therefore, a bond's YTW is not “locked in” until the bond is purchased, and your yield at time of purchase may be different from the yield shown here. The “locked in” YTW is not guaranteed; you may receive less than the YTW of the bonds in the Bond Account if you sell any of the bonds before maturity or if the issuer defaults on the bond. Public Investing charges a markup on each bond trade. See our Fee Schedule (https://public.com/disclosures/fee-schedule). Bond Accounts are not recommendations of individual bonds or default allocations. The bonds in the Bond Account have not been selected based on your needs or risk profile. See https://public.com/disclosures/bond-account to learn more.. ***************************************** Find the 2024 Portfolio Contest here: https://tinyurl.com/2024contest Find the 2023 Portfolio Contest here:  https://tinyurl.com/Smatterfolio2023 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/investing-unscripted/support

As 2024 comes to a close, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude to our incredible BOC community. Join us in celebrating our top conversations of the year with our 'best of' episode. Stay tuned for more amazing content in 2025.

It's been a banner year for banks. Even the worst performer among the big players is still up 40% year-to-date.  Motley Fool contributor Matt Frankel joins Ricky Mulvey for a look back at some of the biggest headlines in the financial sector from the past year. They also discuss: - Green shoots for the 2025 IPO market. - Alex Chriss's first full year at PayPal. - Two promising payments processors. Companies discussed: GS, BAC, MS, JPM, PYPL, BOC, FOUR, TOST, SQ, SOFI Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Matt Frankel Producer: Mary Long Engineers: Rick Engdahl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices