Economy

European stocks finish lower; Bank of England and European Central Bank hold rates steady

European stocks closed lower traders monitored more regional earnings reports Thursday.

Gold bulls hold firm after historic metals sell-off

Gold and silver are showing tentative signs of recovery after an intense sell-off. Here's where investment banks see the metals going.

Bitcoin sells off amid 'crypto winter.' What investors need to know

Bitcoin prices have declined significantly, and some analysts warn of more pain ahead.

ECB holds rates but it's not a 'non-event,' economists say. Here's why

Economists believe the central bank will be comfortable with the inflation rate where it is, for now, but are watching for signs of disinflation.

Trump's trade war creating economic 'mirage' with GDP forecasts, freight market disconnected: Shipping expert

Global economic growth forecasts are relatively optimistic for 2026, but a freight shipping expert says President Trump tariff's may be skewing the picture.

Is silver a meme trade? How the metal became 'GameStop in 2026'

Silver's rapid surge and equally dramatic reversal ignited questions among investors: when does an asset start behaving like a meme?