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People's March: Thousands Rally in Washington Against Trump Ahead of Inauguration

  Thousands of demonstrators, predominantly women, took to the streets of Washington, D.C., on Saturday to protest President-elect Donald Trump just days before his inauguration. The event, known as the People's March, has been held annually since 2017 and was previously called the Women's March. The march, organized by a coalition of groups with varied interests such as climate change, immigration, and women's rights, aimed to confront "Trumpism" and draw on past successes against autocrats. Despite expectations of 50,000 participants, around 5,000 people gathered at three parks before marching to the Lincoln Memorial for the rally. Protesters carried signs with messages like "Feminists v. Fascists" and "People over politics," and many wore the iconic pink "pussy hats" from the 2017 Women's March. The event highlighted a range of issues, including gender justice, bodily autonomy, and democracy. The People's March has evolved ...
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Global Markets Surge on Fed Rate Cut Signals



Markets around the world have rallied in response to indications from the Federal Reserve that interest rate cuts may be on the horizon for next year. This optimistic outlook has been fueled by a series of positive sessions, with stocks in Asia joining the upward trend.

Key Highlights:

  • Stock Rally: A global stock index has risen for six consecutive sessions, with notable gains in Australian and South Korean markets. The S&P 500 reached its highest point in nearly two years, and Apple Inc’s shares hit a new high.
  • Fed’s Dovish Stance: The Federal Reserve maintained current rates but hinted at a potential 75 basis point reduction in 2024, as suggested by its "dot plot."
  • Bond Market Gains: Following the Fed’s announcement, the bond market saw a significant uptick, with 10-year Treasury yields dropping below 4% for the first time since August.
  • Inflation Easing: Reports indicate a slowdown in producer-price increases and a decrease in the annual inflation rate, aligning with the Fed’s target.

Investors are now anticipating a “risk-on” rally, expecting strong performance across all markets as the Fed’s dovish stance suggests a more aggressive easing cycle than previously projected.

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