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S&P 500 Sinks on Iran Uncertainty

The S&P 500 index fell due to uncertainty surrounding Iran, with the country proposing a one-month deadline to end the war with the US and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Advanced Micro Devices and Palantir are set to post earnings, with analysts expecting strong results.

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The US economy grew at a 2% annualized pace in the first quarter, with core inflation rising 3.2% year-over-year in March, as layoffs plunged to a 55-year low.

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A US Federal Reserve official warns that interest rate hikes may be needed if inflation surges due to the Middle East conflict, causing price shocks and fuelling inflation.

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A US Federal Reserve official has warned that interest rate hikes may be necessary if inflation surges, citing concerns over price shocks from the Middle East war. This comes as four out of 12 voting members on the Federal Reserve's rate-setting committee dissented against its latest policy statement.

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The US economy demonstrated resilience, growing at a 2% annualized pace in the first quarter, with layoffs plunging to a 55-year low and inflation lingering, posing challenges for future policy decisions.

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Iran's economy is facing significant challenges due to the ongoing war, with millions of people facing job losses and poverty. The economic crisis is also having a ripple effect on the US economy and global markets.

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Iran's investment in industrial facilities in Bushehr Province is expected to have a significant impact on the global economy, particularly in terms of trade balances and currency fluctuations.

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The recent V2 launch of Polymarket has sent ripples through the US market, with the introduction of 5 new features set to enhance user experience and market efficiency. Experts anticipate significant impacts on the US market and economy.

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AP Photos Capture Devastating US Weather The Big Picture: Key Points Severe weather events have affected millions of Americans, causing widespread destruction and displacement AP photojournalists...

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US real estate market prices news today indicates a significant shift in the housing market as prices rise, affecting Americans' purchasing power and investment strategies, with <strong>far-reaching implications</strong> for the economy and individual financial planning.

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