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Stocks Settle Higher on Earnings Optimism
The S&P 500 Index SPY closed down by -0.47% on Thursday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average DIA closed up by +0.10%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index QQQ closed down -1.39%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ26) fell -0.41%, and De…
Korea’s AI Hangover: The Market That Went From Hero to Zero
South Korea was the hottest ticket in the global AI trade until the momentum broke and investors discovered just how crowded the party had become. The Kospi has surrendered 22% since its first-half peak, turnover has co…
FAA warns U.S. airlines of safety risks over Saudi Arabia after attacks
The Federal Aviation Administration told U.S. airlines to exercise caution when flying in or around Saudi Arabia after deadly attacks claimed by Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis, which have shut down the airport in the Saudi…
The bull market is turning 4 years old — but yields could crash the party
For four years, tech has been the answer to almost every question about this bull market.
Rep. Ilhan Omar's home raided by DHS in fraud probe of immigration paperwork: Report
The Minnesota Democrat, a Muslim who was born in Somalia, has been targeted for criticism in the past by President Donald Trump.
Winter heating costs are expected to be 8.3% higher than last year. But could El Niño help?
Expensive utility bills have become an increasingly sharp thorn for Americans’ wallets.
Microsoft to rely more on homegrown AI chips, reducing dependence on Nvidia
By increasingly counting on its own chips, Microsoft stands to expand margins and bolster its AI stack.
Seaport Global Upgrades Hexcel to Buy from Neutral
NATO Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Stringer says the alliance must adopt a more hard-edged defence strategy to restore deterrence against Russia and would "fight to win" if pushed, BBC reports
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine is ready to agree to energy ceasefire, but warns Russia must do same
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the U.S.-brokered "energy ceasefire," but warned Monday that Moscow must do the same.
Stellantis CEO urges incentives for carmakers who build in Europe as Chinese rivals gain ground
Stellantis' CEO has called on European regulators to create stronger incentives for carmakers to manufacture vehicles in the region, as it faces intensifying competition from Chinese rivals that are dominating the marke…
World Bank jobs council urges 'crisis-era' employment support measures as IMF warns of AI ‘tsunami’
BANGKOK — Policymakers are moving from debating whether artificial intelligence will hit jobs to issuing stark warnings about AI-led disruption and recommending measures on cushioning the fallout.
Intel, Broadcom CEOs warn capital crunch could become AI's biggest bottleneck
SINGAPORE — The chief executives of Intel and Broadcom warned that access to capital could emerge as a major constraint on the artificial intelligence boom, even as demand for computing infrastructure continues to outst…
My sister moved in with our widowed mother, 78, and says she deserves the family home. Is she right?
“The house is worth $925,000 and mom owns it outright. She also has $480,000 in investments.”
AI may change the price of your Big Mac and groceries — what this means for shoppers
Fast-food giants and supermarkets are rolling out a range of AI tools that could affect the prices shoppers pay, but experts warn the spread of data-driven tools could make personalized pricing easier to deploy.
FTSE 100: Can Banks and M&A Activity Drive Further Gains?
Sam Azzarello: What's next for markets and the global economy after a year defined by escalating tariffs, persistent geopolitical tensions, and the rise of artificial intelligence across industries?
Here’s why Goldman Sachs just flipped bullish on stocks for the rest of the year
As US equities get more volatile, are the drivers of the rally still intact? John Flood, head of Americas Equities Execution Services in Goldman Sachs Global Banking & Markets, breaks down the market action, and explain…
Oil falls after Trump declares 'energy ceasefire' between Russia and Ukraine
Oil fell Monday on optimism of improved supplies after President Donald Trump said that Russia and Ukraine will not be targeting each other's energy facilities, while Iran reached out to Saudi Arabia after Houthi attack…
Judge orders Trump administration to immediately stop taxpayer-funded TV ads
A federal judge in New York ordered the Trump administration Sunday night to immediately stop airing controversial government-funded television ads featuring President Donald Trump that critics call political propaganda…
Plenty is working against this market. Here's why I'm staying invested anyway
Plenty is working against this market. Here's why I'm staying invested anyway The fact is, I don't have a strong case for owning stocks at the moment. Read at source
Cotton Back to Mixed Midday Trade, as USDA Hikes Production
Cotton futures are trading mixed on Friday, with contracts up 8 points to down 3 across the front months. Crude oil is steady, down just 3 cents per barrel on the session, with the US dollar index $0.180 higher. The NAS…
Why China is importing a record amount of gold — and what it means for prices
China's central bank has bought gold for 23 straight months, and the country is importing more of the precious metal than ever.
Justice Department investigates TV networks as White House press-access fight escalates
The U.S. Department of Justice launched an investigation into whether the White House television press pool's decision to suspend coverage of President Donald Trump violated antitrust laws.