Typhoon Bavi makes landfall in eastern China’s Taizhou after nearly 2 million evacuated
Streets were largely deserted in Taiwan's port city of Keelung, which is expected to be one of the hardest hit areas on the island.
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Wheat Leads the Grains Rally on Friday
The wheat complex was in rally mode on Friday, closing with double digit strength across the three exchanges. Chicago SRW contracts was 15 ¼ to 20 ¾ cents in the green on the day, with nearby September up 40 ½ cents on …
Corn Rallying Out of Bull Friendly USDA Report
Corn futures are trading with 6 to 8 cent gains so far on Friday following friendlier then expected USDA data. There were 12 deliveries issued against July overnight. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is 6 …
Rising Margin Requirements Hammer Coffee Prices
Coffee prices settled sharply lower on Friday, continuing the volatile price swings seen this week. After Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) raised margin requirements for trading coffee futures twice this week, liquidity …
Iran’s supreme leader pledges revenge for slain father and predecessor
Follow DW's coverage of the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran on Saturday, July 11.
Big fast-food burger chain franchisee files Chapter 11 bankruptcy
A lender dispute over millions of dollars has led a Hardee's restaurant franchisee to file for bankruptcy to invoke an automatic stay of all legal actions against the debtor.
Stock Indexes Settle Higher as Geopolitical Risks Ease
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Friday closed up +0.42%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up +0.29%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed up +0.33%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) r…
Eni CEO warns oil could break above $100 in 2027 if Middle East tensions persist
MILAN, July 11 (Reuters) - The global oil market will break out of its roughly $80-$100 range by the first quarter of 2027 at the latest, boosting inflation and reducing energy demand, if the Middle East conflict contin…
The best states to live in for 2026: No. 1 has a six-year winning streak
One of the many signs that the Covid pandemic is slipping further into the past is that companies are paying closer attention to the quality of life in locations where they are considering setting up shop.
'Funflation' hits home: Why staying in isn't the cost-saver it used to be
Instead of buying the biggest releases, the Illinois graduate student has opted for cheaper alternatives from smaller studios or turned to board and card games. In some cases, the 31-year-old watches videos of others pl…
Berkshire Hathaway gains ground, but still trails the S&P 500 as '26 enters second half
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New housing law targets affordability — what it means for homebuyers and sellers
Bipartisan legislation intended to increase the U.S. housing supply and improve affordability is now law — but experts say homebuyers and sellers shouldn't expect fast relief.
Big bank profit engines expected to roar into earnings as Main Street keeps spending
Few examples better capture the resurgence of big banks than Jamie Dimon's special retention award, which has swelled in value from over in the last five years to more than $280 million today.
Spanish firefighters turn to the offensive against deadly Almeria blaze
Several victims of the fire in the southern province of Almeria, a popular holiday destination, were found inside burnt-out vehicles and were thought to have died while trying to flee the flames.
These underperforming trades could yield big returns over next six months
ETF Action co-founder Mike Akins is encouraging investors to boost exposure to groups that underperformed compared with major artificial intelligence stocks.
Fed Chair Warsh will be in the hot seat as lawmakers press for his read on the economy
Tech, financials, and industrials led gains, while energy stocks slumped from prior highs.
These are America’s 10 worst states to live in for 2026
As more companies insist their employees return to the office, they know they need to offer something in return to attract and retain good people. That's why finding a place where people will want to live is an increasi…
Andy Burnham set to become UK PM as policy agenda remains unclear
The route is still uncertain, but the destination feels inevitable: Andy Burnham looks set to become the next prime minister of the United Kingdom.
The U.S. stock market is becoming ‘too big to fail’
Twenty years ago, the U.S. economy morphed into a huge bet on the frothy housing market. The bubble’s animating narrative was simple: housing prices had been rising for a long time, and they would continue to do so. Ent…
US Democrat Ro Khanna detained by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit
Israeli attacks kill three Palestinians in southern Gaza. Palestinians detained by Israel released back to Gaza. U.S. officials prepare large military base in southern Gaza. White House weighs using Israeli-backed gangs…
Trump threatens to 'decimate' Iran if it tries to kill him, as Treasury sanctions alleged Iranian financier
President Donald Trump threatened to "decimate and destroy" Iran if Tehran acts on threats to assassinate him, as the U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned an alleged Iranian financier.
Businessman who sold land for Kushner resort in Albania suspected of faking the deeds
TIRANA, July 11 (Reuters) - A Miami-based businessman wanted in Albania for allegedly laundering drug money is suspected of faking the deeds to land where Jared Kushner wants to build a multi-billion-dollar resort, the …
Trump says missiles aimed at Iran if Tehran targets US president
Follow updates on the war in the Middle East for Thursday, July 9, here. See earlier developments below.
AstraZeneca's trial flop raises a bigger question: Is its pipeline premium becoming more vulnerable?
AstraZeneca's failed late-stage trial for Wainua was never expected to have a major financial impact on the company.