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Reserve balances held by depository institutions at the Federal Reserve edged higher, rising from $2.944 trillion to $3.002 trillion, according to the latest data updated on 06 August 2026...

The Federal Reserve’s balance sheet has grown modestly, rising to $6.749 trillion as of the latest update on 06 August 2026, up from a previous level of $6.738 trillion...

The S&P/TSX Composite Index slipped to 36,136 on Thursday, pulling back from a record high as investors weighed uncertainty over a potential US-Iran peace agreement and digested another wave...

US stock indices fell on Thursday as a rebound in energy prices reignited worries that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates next month. The S&P 500 slipped 0.2%...

Mexico's central bank left its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 6.50% at its August meeting, matching market expectations. Policymakers said the decision maintains an appropriately restrictive monetary stance as inflation...

Brazil's trade surplus expanded by 1.0% year-on-year to $7.07 billion in July 2026, falling short of market expectations for an $8.4 billion surplus. Exports grew 6.2% to $34.12 billion. Agricultural...

Crude oil extended its rally on Thursday, climbing 3% to $77.50 per barrel after reports that an Iranian parliamentary committee is reviewing a draft proposal to impose tighter restrictions...

The Bank of Mexico kept its key interest rate unchanged at 6.50% in August 2026, maintaining the same level set at its previous decision in June 2026. The move signals...

Brazil’s trade balance surplus eased in July 2026, slipping to $7.07 billion from $9.76 billion recorded in June 2026, according to data updated on 6 August 2026. The latest figures...

US stocks turned lower on Thursday as a rebound in energy prices rekindled concerns that the Federal Reserve may raise interest rates next month. The S&P 500 slipped slightly...