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Fed Chair Powell holds rates at 3.50%-3.75%, resisting Trump pressure. Markets expect rates to remain unchanged through mid-2027, with Powell poised to maintain stance at his final meeting in May 2026.

Realty Income ($O) offers attractive 5.1% yield and strong fundamentals despite Fed rate pause, making it a solid buy for dividend investors seeking stability.

First Majestic Silver plunged 19% this week as geopolitical tensions, rising oil prices, and stronger dollar expectations pressured silver demand and valuations.

Hecla Mining stock dropped 12% as Iran conflict strengthens the dollar and boosts bond yields, making precious metals less attractive investments.

BlackRock's CIO argues Fed patience is justified despite $820B market decline and oil surge, distinguishing temporary commodity shocks from structural inflation.

Hecla Mining stock plunged 50% from 52-week highs despite record 2025 results and a $593M gold mine sale, as silver prices collapsed over 10% below $67/oz.

Gold Royalty ($GROY) fell 9.1% as gold prices dropped 6% amid Fed rate uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, despite only modest earnings miss.

U.S. stock futures decline as Fed holds rates at 3.50%-3.75% while Trump warns Iran over Qatar tensions, pressuring $MU, $FDX, and $CEG.

U.S. stock indexes fell sharply March 18 as Fed maintained rates and inflation concerns escalated. Oil prices and producer costs rose unexpectedly, pressuring equities.

$LGIH launches spring sales event with $20K+ buyer incentives through April 26, 2026, targeting affordability-focused homebuyers.

Fed holds rates steady as Powell warns Middle East tensions risk inflation surge. Equity markets tumble on stagflation concerns despite Fed's resilience rhetoric.

The Federal Reserve held rates steady at 3.50%-3.75% while revising inflation projections higher, signaling only two cuts through 2027 amid economic uncertainty.

Stock futures rise as Fed decision looms with 98.9% probability of unchanged rates. Powell's speech draws focus; Lululemon slides on weak guidance while Micron, New Fortress Energy gain.

Fed faces growing dissent and uncertainty as Warsh nomination threatens rate predictability, with his proposed policies favoring value stocks and floating-rate borrowers over growth equities.

Buffett exits $7B Bank of America stake, invests $1.2B in Chevron as final career move, signaling concern over financial valuations amid geopolitical energy demand.

HSBC, Crown Holdings, and Torm A/S boost dividends by 34-350%, offering yields from 1.22% to 9.6% amid investor demand for equity income.

S&P 500 flat despite rising Treasury yields above 3.65% and 4.23%, while widening credit spreads and negative currency swaps signal hidden market stress.

$UAMY shares fell 6.50% as dollar strength and falling gold prices overwhelmed safe-haven demand from Middle East tensions.

Gallagher Fiduciary increases $VCLT holdings by $40M in Q4, now totaling $64M position, reflecting 2026 rate-cut expectations.

Russell 2000 outpaces S&P 500 in 2026, up 4.3% YTD. Fed rate cuts and domestic policy favor small-caps with floating-rate debt.