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Finance Megaphone
April 24, 2025
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Fed Stays Cautious Amid Tariff Uncertainty, No Immediate Rate Cuts Planned
Google Defies Economic and Legal Pressures with Strong Q1 Growth and Bold AI Investments
Skechers Stock Drops as 2025 Outlook Pulled Amid Tariff and Economic Uncertainty
Fed Stays Cautious Amid Tariff Uncertainty, No Immediate Rate Cuts Planned
Federal Reserve officials, including Governor Christopher Waller and Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack, are urging patience before making any changes to interest rates as they monitor the economic impact of President Trump’s trade tariffs. Waller noted that meaningful data won’t likely emerge until summer, and while tariffs may cause a temporary rise in inflation, he believes their long-term effect will be limited. Both officials emphasized the importance of waiting for clearer signals, especially given past mistakes in underestimating inflation. While markets expect possible rate cuts later in the year, the Fed is balancing the risks of inflation with slowing growth, and officials remain open to adjustments if economic conditions worsen. For now, however, major policy shifts before summer appear unlikely.
Google Defies Economic and Legal Pressures with Strong Q1 Growth and Bold AI Investments
Alphabet Inc., Google's parent company, reported a 28% surge in first-quarter profits, earning $26.5 billion on $96.5 billion in revenue, despite mounting legal battles, fierce AI-driven competition, and global economic uncertainty fueled by trade tensions. The tech giant’s robust performance was powered by its dominant search engine and strategic innovations like AI Overviews and AI Mode, which aim to counter rising rivals such as OpenAI and Perplexity. While facing lawsuits over alleged monopolistic practices and potential economic fallout from President Trump’s trade war, Alphabet is pressing forward with $75 billion in AI investments and a $32 billion bid to acquire cybersecurity firm Wiz. Investors responded positively, boosting shares over 3% in after-hours trading.
Skechers Stock Drops as 2025 Outlook Pulled Amid Tariff and Economic Uncertainty
Skechers stock fell sharply after the company withdrew its 2025 financial guidance, citing rising economic uncertainty and the impact of steep tariffs tied to Trump’s ongoing trade war. Although Q1 results met expectations—posting $2.46 billion in revenue and $1.17 in adjusted EPS—the shoemaker warned of challenges ahead, especially since 100% of its U.S. products are imported, with 80% sourced from China and Vietnam. New 145% duties on Chinese imports have severely disrupted cost structures, prompting concerns across the retail sector. Analysts predict more companies may pull guidance in the coming months, echoing investor caution as spending slows and inflation fears persist. Despite a 25% year-to-date stock drop, analysts remain split, with some seeing potential for Skechers to gain market share as a value brand amid economic turbulence.
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