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Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe

  Crispy, tangy, and just the right amount of sweet—this sweet and sour chicken is a family favorite that’s easy to make at home. Ingredients For the Sauce: 1 cup pineapple juice ½ cup distilled white vinegar ½ cup sugar 3 tablespoons ketchup 2 tablespoons soy sauce ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1½ tablespoons cornstarch For the Chicken: ½ cup all-purpose flour ½ cup cornstarch 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda 1 heaping teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ⅔ cup water 1½ tablespoons vegetable oil (plus more for cooking) 1 pound chicken tenderloins or boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) chunks For Finishing the Dish: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces 1 small red onion, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) chunks Instructions Make the Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together pineapple juice, vinegar, sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes. Bring to...

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Tech Stocks Rally as Powell Reinforces Fed Caution



US stocks surged today, with technology companies leading the way. Investors closely followed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s testimony, where he reiterated that interest rate cuts are still likely this year. Here are the key highlights:

  1. Tech Rebound: The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite (NASDAQ: IXIC) bounced back by about 1% after a sharp slide in stocks on Tuesday. Investors welcomed this recovery.

  2. Powell’s Stance: Powell’s prepared testimony indicated that rate cuts are likely to be warranted “at some point” in 2024. Investors eagerly await further clarity during his two-day testimony before Congress.

  3. Individual Stocks: CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) shares continued their post-earnings rally, surging over 18%. The cybersecurity company’s positive outlook signaled robust demand in the sector. Other cybersecurity stocks, including Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS), also gained.

  4. Goldman Sachs’ Outlook: Economists at Goldman Sachs predict that 2024 will be the year of rate cuts globally. Central banks in developed markets are expected to cut rates for at least three consecutive meetings, starting in June.

In summary, Powell’s cautious stance and positive economic data have contributed to today’s market rally. Investors remain attentive to any deviations from the Fed’s message regarding interest rates. As we navigate these uncertain times, tech stocks continue to play a pivotal role in shaping market sentiment.


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