Risk sentiment deteriorated sharply on Thursday despite federal agencies reopening after the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, as investors aggressively repriced Fed rate-cut expectations following a wave of hawkish remarks from central bank officials.
The venerable independence of the Federal Reserve, a cornerstone of U.S. economic stability, is currently facing an unprecedented challenge, ignited by intense political pressure on Governor Lisa Cook. As of November 12, 2025, the situation has escalated into a high-stakes legal battle, casting a long shadow of uncertainty over
U.S. equities took a breather on Tuesday, stabilizing after Monday's sharp rally as investors awaited a House vote on the temporary spending bill expected to end the record-long government shutdown later this week.
Wall Street rebounded on Monday, recovering part of last week's steep losses as investors grew more confident about risk assets amid encouraging signs from Washington that the record-long government shutdown may soon conclude.
