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Federal Reserve Signals Extended Rate Hold as Inflation Progress Stalls

Federal Reserve officials signaled a prolonged pause in interest-rate cuts, citing uneven inflation progress and resilient labor markets. Markets pared expectations for midyear easing as policymakers emphasized patience and data dependence, reshaping near-term asset-allocation strategies for investors.

Nvidia and Semiconductor Shares Rise on Renewed AI Spending Outlook

Shares of major semiconductor makers climbed after corporate spending surveys pointed to sustained investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure. Optimism around data-center demand buoyed the sector, reinforcing expectations for strong revenue growth through the year.

Better Appoints Loveen Advani as New Chief Financial Officer

Better Home & Finance Holding Company announced the appointment of Loveen Advani as its new Chief Financial Officer, a strategic hire aimed at strengthening the company’s financial leadership as it navigates expansion in mortgage lending and tech-enabled home financing. The move underscores Better’s focus on optimizing capital structure and advancing its operational priorities amid evolving market conditions.

Fed Holds Rates: No Cuts Until Inflation Falls to 2%, Powell Says

The Fed kept rates unchanged as inflation progress stalls — here's what officials said, what markets got wrong about timing, and when cuts could finally come.

Big Tech Earnings Highlight AI Spending Surge and Margin Pressure

Major technology companies reported strong revenue growth driven by artificial-intelligence demand, while warning that elevated capital expenditures are weighing on near-term margins. Investors weighed long-term growth prospects against rising costs and valuation concerns.

Major U.S. Indexes Drift as Mixed Tech Earnings and Safe-Haven Demand Shape Markets

U.S. stock benchmarks showed limited net movement on Thursday as Wall Street digested a wave of mixed earnings from major technology companies and a continued surge in gold prices to record levels. Investors grappled with diverging corporate performances while seeking stability in commodities, underscoring a cautious market tone amidst macroeconomic uncertainty and persistent inflation concerns.

S&P 500 Surpasses 7,000 for First Time as U.S. Equities Rally on AI Optimism

The S&P 500 index advanced past the 7,000 mark on January 28, 2026, marking an all-time high fueled by strong investor confidence in artificial intelligence-driven earnings growth and hopes for continued supportive monetary policy. Major technology and semiconductor stocks led the gains, with sentiment bolstered by robust forecasts ahead of quarterly earnings from key technology firms.

London’s FTSE 100 Index Declines on Sector Weakness Despite Broader Risk Appetite

The FTSE 100 index fell 0.4% on January 28, 2026, pressured by declines in healthcare and banking stocks, offset partially by gains in the FTSE 250 and energy sectors. Pharmaceutical giants and major lenders slid amid mixed earnings data and profit taking, while miners and energy companies found support. Market participants maintained focus on upcoming earnings and U.S. monetary policy developments influencing global sentiment.

Meta Prepares to Report Q4 Earnings Amid AI Spending and Market Focus

Meta Platforms is poised to release its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings after the U.S. market close on January 28, 2026, with investors scrutinizing AI spending and advertising performance. Analysts highlight that AI-related investments and cost structures will be key drivers of market reaction, while broader tech sector momentum adds context to expectations. The report comes at a pivotal moment of market record highs and shifting sector leadership.