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U.S. Stocks Mixed After Inflation Data
U.S. stocks were mixed as deadlock in the Middle East offset relatively benign consumer-inflation data and an artificial-intelligence earnings bonanza.
Markets Get Inflation Relief
Inflation came in as expected, cooling slightly. The consumer price index was up 3.4% in July from a year earlier, the Labor Department said Wednesday. That was lower than June's 3.5% reading.
Stock Market Today: SPY, QQQ Advance as Tame Inflation Print Tempers Rate Hike Odds
Both the S&P 500 ETF ($SPY) and the Nasdaq 100 ETF ($QQQ) closed higher on Wednesday as investors reacted positively to Consumer Price Index (CPI) data. News That Moved the Stock Market…
'Teflon' Inflation Won't Stick, JPMorgan's Kelly Says
David Kelly, JPMorgan Asset Management's chief global strategist, sees a disinflation trend in the US stemming from lower tariff costs and oil eventually flowing out of the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking ...
Fed Will Stay on Hold in September, Pimco's Wilding Says
Pimco Economist Tiffany Wilding reacts to the latest US consumer price report and what it means for Federal Reserve monetary policy. She speaks on "Bloomberg Surveillance.
S&P 500 Top Stock Gainers Today, 8/12/26
The S&P 500 (SPX) closed higher on Wednesday following a Consumer Price Index (CPI) update from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Let’s break down the sectors behind the performance. Today’s Top-P...
Investors are still excited about equities, says Norton of Empower
Underlying US inflation was subdued in July, likely easing pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates. Marta Norton, Chief Investment Strategist at Empower, reacts to the CPI data.
Top US refiners see profits soar, step up investor rewards
Top U.S. fuel makers boosted returns to shareholders in the second quarter as prolonged disruptions to crude supplies through the Strait of Hormuz sent fuel prices and refining margins surging.
Positioning for Big Tech's next move
The Investment Committee debate whether it's time to get more bullish.
Why Are Gold and Silver Up Today, 8/12/26?
Both gold (XAUUSD) and silver (XAGUSD) are trading higher on Wednesday after tame Consumer Price Index (CPI) data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) sent interest rate hike expectations lower. ...
Market At Record Highs — Nancy Tengler Says To Keep Buying These Names
Even at record levels, Nancy Tengler says the opportunity isn't over. She lays out the infrastructure and cybersecurity plays she's leaning into for the second half of 2026.
U.S. budget deficit surged in July to highest level since March 2021
The U.S. budget deficit totaled $432.3 billion in July, the highest since March 2021. In addition to the single-month move, the year-to-date total for the government's fiscal year has now surpassed th...
Inflation eased slightly to 3.4% in July, but energy prices are still high
U.S. inflation slowed last month and a measure of underlying price pressures also cooled, suggesting higher oil and gas prices from the Iran war are only having a limited impact on broader costs in th...
Toronto Stock Exchange Hits Record High as Oil Prices Rise
The country’s economy is on an upswing too.
Why The Fed Will Raise Rates In September Despite Cooler CPI
Despite a slightly cooler inflation report, showing the Consumer Price Index up 3.4% annually and core inflation at 2.5%, the Federal Reserve is still likely to raise interest rates in September. Anal...
The Market's August Rally Is Sizzlin'—and Inflation Won't Throw Water on It
Rising prices and a soft labor market give the Fed a pass on doing anything with rates. And that's absolutely fine with Wall Street.
This Veteran Strategist Says the ‘No-Brainer' Stock Hedge Is Gone. What to Buy Instead.
AllianceBernstein strategist Inigo Fraser Jenkins says the era of using 10-year U.S. bonds as an easy way to diversify stock portfolios is over. Possible diversifiers: Base metals and energy.
Dow Jones Today: DJIA Steady as CPI Inflation Report Slashes Rate Hike Expectations
The Dow Jones (DJIA) is trading slightly higher on Wednesday as investors digest a Consumer Price Index (CPI) update from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The CPI rose 0.1% month-over-month in…
Fed is still ‘inflation-first' after cooler CPI, but weak jobs report means it's no longer ‘inflation-only' – Natixis
Wednesday morning's CPI report is proof that broad inflationary pressures are easing, but while the Federal Reserve is likely to remain focused on inflation between now and the September meeting, last...
Strait of Hormuz ship traffic near three-month low as U.S.-Iran deal in doubt
Ship transits through Hormuz hit a five-day average of around 13 on Tuesday, near a three-month low, according to data from Kpler. Iran said Tuesday it will not agree to fully open the strait until th...
Inflation Eased Slightly in July, but Prices Remain Elevated as War Drags On
Though energy prices fell last month after their spring surge, other factors pushed up costs as the Fed considers raising interest rates.
July's inflation report was close enough to expectations to ease pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates next month without resolving much about the outlook beyond that
The consumer-price index came in as expected: not soft enough to take a rate increase off the table, not firm enough to force one.
Inflation Eased Slightly in July but Prices Remain Elevated as War Drags On
Though energy prices fell last month after their spring surge, other factors pushed up costs as the Fed considers raising interest rates.
Nancy Tengler on "Economy in Transition" & Earnings "Not Slowing Down Yet"
Earnings and productivity improvements will continue to add muscle to the stock market, says Nancy Tengler. She explains how AI is creating an "economy in transition" that's causing some employment di...
Small investors became a major stock market force. Now, they risk getting pushed back into the dark
Retail investors' access to information could take a hit at a time when they are more important than ever in financial markets.
Morning Call Sheet: AI boom accelerates as leverage risks build
William Lee of Global Economic Advisors, Marko Papic of BCA Research and Jeff Kilburg of KKM Financial discuss the AI capex boom, rising leverage risks and the outlook for Fed policy.
Why Is the Stock Market Up Today, 8/12/26?
Both the S&P 500 (SPX) and the Nasdaq 100 (NDX) are in the green on Wednesday after July’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) pointed to easing inflation. The CPI rose 3.4%, down…
New York Fed data shows K-shaped economy isn't over yet—even if Trump's treasury secretary says it is
Data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York is shedding new light on the current state of the American economy.
Trump Says US Controls the Strait, But Talks Continue
President Donald Trump claimed the US had “total control over the Hormuz Strait,” saying “We own it” and that Iran's actions will be met with force. Talks appear to be deadlocked as each side hardens ...
Rate Hike Odds Sink Following July’s CPI Inflation Data
Rate hike expectations are slipping lower after July’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) came in as expected. On an annual basis, CPI rose 3.4%, while core CPI climbed 2.5%. Core CPI excludes…
Trust, but hedge: Quietly violent summer lingers as bulls buy crash protection
It's been a wild summer for stocks, even if it may not feel like it at surface level: the S&P 500 is back at an all-time high, and volatility measured by the Cboe VIX Index is near year-to-date lows. ...
Trump Eyes Capital Gains Tax Reduction ahead of Midterm Elections
President Trump is considering lowering the capital gains tax for stock sales in an attempt to gain traction with voters ahead of November’s midterm elections. Larry Kudlow, who served as…
Dow rises as CPI meets estimates, AI earnings lift US stocks higher
US stock indexes opened higher on Wednesday after a largely in-line inflation report reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve could leave interest rates unchanged next month, while strong earn...
The CPI and Inflation, Explained
Inflation is one of the economy's most important vital signs and one of the subtlest to measure. The CPI inflation rate—the 12-month change in the consumer-price index—gets most of the attention. But ...
In-Line CPI Offers Relief for Stock Market, Strait of Hormuz Remains Wild Card
CPI hit in-line with Wall Street estimates, though Kevin Hincks says there's more to watch underneath the key headline numbers. He guides investors through the print and the market's breath of relief ...
The CPI and Inflation, Explained
Here's how the consumer-price index is put together, and the ways economists study this and other indicators to track inflation.
Inflation Rose As Expected In July—But Not Enough To Force An Interest Rate Hike, Analysts Say
Consumer prices rose as expected in July, according to Federal data published Wednesday, as analysts projected an in-line inflation report would likely persuade the Federal Reserve not to raise intere...
US July Core CPI Rises 0.2%, Easing Pressure on Fed
The US consumer price index rose by 0.2% which was bang in line with forecasts. Prices rose by 2.5% from a year earlier, matching the slowest pace since March 2021. Energy, gas and grocery prices all ...
Dow Jones Rebounds on Encouraging CPI Inflation Data
The Dow Jones (DJIA) is set to open higher on Wednesday following an inflation update from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). In July, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.1% month-over-month, in ...
The $30 trillion Treasury market is facing a painful reckoning. How rising yields could squeeze your portfolio.
The roughly $30 trillion Treasury market — widely seen as the bedrock of the global financial system — is facing a dangerous reckoning driven by a perfect storm of rising risks.
July inflation eases to 3.4% – likely keeping the Fed split on interest rates for now
The Consumer Price Index rose 3.4% in July over the past 12 months, cooling slightly from 3.5% in June, the Bureau of Labor Statistics said Wednesday.
Inflation cooled in July but remained elevated as Fed weighs rate hikes
The Labor Department released the consumer price index (CPI) for July which showed that inflation cooled, even as the pace of price growth remained elevated.
Stock Futures Rise as Investors Assess July CPI and Middle East Uncertainty
U.S. stock futures edged higher on Wednesday morning as the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.1% in July, in line with expectations. Excluding food and energy, core CPI rose 0.2% and…
US inflation cooled slightly to 3.4% in July, according to latest data
Energy is cheaper than at its peak in late April, but gas is still nearly $1 a gallon more expensive than before the Iran war
Consumer prices rose 0.1% in July, as expected, putting the annual rate at 3.4%
A key inflation reading Wednesday showed prices moderating across a range of goods and services, possibly taking the urgency out of an imminent interest rate hike.
Yardeni Says He Hasn't Been Bullish Enough on Earnings
Ed Yardeni, president of Yardeni Research, says earnings are driving the markets higher. He talks about raising his year-end forecast for the S&P 500 from 8,250 to 8,400.
The inflation rate cooled to 3.4% in July, the Labor Department said Wednesday, lower than analysts' expectations
The inflation rate cooled to 3.4% in July, the Labor Department said Wednesday, lower than analysts' expectations.
Persistent Inflation Pressures in Focus
The Consumer Price Index for July will show how higher energy prices are rippling through the U.S. economy.
We're 'absolutely' in an AI bubble right now, says Lead Edge Capital's Mitchell Green
Mitchell Green, Lead Edge Capital founding partner, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the state of the AI boom, AI capex spending, whether record tech investments will delivery a return on equity, and mor...
A Falling Yen Is Testing Japan's Resolve and Stoking Risks for U.S. Markets
Japan's yen extended its recent decline, falling back to a level that could trigger a fresh round of intervention from government officials that has the potential to roil U.S. stocks during the tradit...
This week's solar eclipse could make stocks go down. No, really.
The eclipse on Wednesday is unlikely to lead to the end of the bull market. But could have some impact on investors.
Benign Inflation Data Would Reduce Urgency Around September Rate Rise
The latest Consumer Price Index report will either help to reinforce patience or compel officials to more readily consider lifting borrowing costs.
Nasdaq futures jump ahead of CPI report: 5 things to know before Wall Street opens
US stock futures edged higher on Wednesday as investors braced for a July inflation report that could reset expectations for the Federal Reserve's September meeting, while strong AI infrastructure ear...
We're biased in favor of growth and U.S. equities continuing to lead, says RBC's Lori Calvasina
Lori Calvasina, RBC Capital Markets head of U.S. equity strategy, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, earnings season takeaways, and more.
Energy Prices Expected to Fall in Latest Inflation Data
The war with Iran injected volatility into the oil and gas market, with prices rising and falling in concert with the conflict.
The Morning Risk Report: Judge Dismisses Adani Fraud Charges
Good morning. A federal judge granted the Justice Department's request to drop fraud charges against Indian energy magnate Gautam Adani and his nephew, Risk Journal's Max Fillion reports, in an opinio...
Mortgage rates finally stop rising, causing demand to trickle back
The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances, $832,750 or less, decreased to 6.77% from 6.81% Applications to refinance a home loan rose 5% for the...
AI's costly buildout complicates the Fed's inflation fight
Silicon Valley leaders argue AI will eventually lower costs and boost productivity. For now, AI infrastructure spending is pushing up prices for electricity, chips, software and data-center capacity.
Citadel Securities called the stock-market reset. Now it says leverage may build up again.
Strategist Scott Rubner says a growing list of stock-market buyers are pushing it in a positive direction, notably big hedge funds and institutional managers.
Stock Markets Face a Lose-Lose on Inflation From an Unlikely Threat
Lumentum's red-hot earnings revive the AI trade, this crypto platform is buying gold like a central bank, Quantinuum's results, and more news to start your day.
How the Bond Market Inflated Powerball
There's the Magnificent Seven, and then there are dozens of smaller, riskier companies in their financial orbit. Two of them, CoreWeave and Super Micro Computer, exceeded expectations in their quarter...
AI capex could hit $1.6 trillion next year, says fund manager who sees more echoes of 1998 than the dot-com bust
A T. Rowe Price fund manager thinks the hyperscalers can comfortably fund their investment spending, and moreover, derive high returns on that invested capital with a short payback schedule.
Stock Market News Today, 8/12/26 – Futures Edge Higher Ahead of CPI Report
U.S. stock futures edged higher ahead of Wednesday’s trading session as investors awaited the July Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. Meanwhile, ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East continued to fue...
U.S. Futures Higher Ahead of Key Inflation Report
Futures tied to the the major U.S. stock indexes rose, while oil was higher as the deadlock between the U.S. and Iran continued.
Treasury yields are little changed as investors await key inflation data
The yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note — the key benchmark for U.S. government borrowing — was largely flat at 4.682%.
Stock Market Today: Tech Earnings Buoy Stock Futures
Results from Super Micro, CoreWeave rekindle AI trade ahead of CPI data
A stock just surged on news Situational Awareness had bought it. But its current fate is unclear.
Financial market disclosures made by Situational Awareness, the once-soaring hedge fund that had to liquidate its portfolio of stocks, moved a stock on Wednesday. But it's unclear whether the fallen h...
Treasury Yields, Dollar Stable Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data
Treasury yields traded steady as investors awaited U.S. inflation data for clues on whether the Fed could raise interest rates.
Stock Futures Rise Ahead of Key Inflation Print
U.S. stock futures rose ahead of Wednesday’s session as investors awaited the July Consumer Price Index (CPI) report due this morning. Meanwhile, uncertainty in the Middle East is keeping oil prices…
Don't Mourn the Fed Put. Make This Trade Before Jackson Hole Instead.
Buying call options that expire soon after the central bank's late-August symposium is a simple bet that stock prices will keep rising.
Why the historic U.S.-Japan intervention has failed to halt the yen's slide
Japan's currency is currently trading around 159 per dollar, approaching the psychologically important 160 level. The reversal has come despite the unprecedented decision by Washington to join Tokyo i...
We don't see a rate HIKE this year, Goldman Sachs chief economist predicts
Goldman Sachs chief economist Jan Hatzius previews the upcoming July CPI inflation report and discusses the Federal Reserve's interest rate trajectory, and the state of the U.S. economy on ‘The Claman...
Asian Currencies Consolidate Ahead of U.S. CPI Data
Asian currencies consolidated against the dollar, as markets look ahead to U.S. CPI data.
Nikkei Flat, Supported by Energy, Financial Stocks
Japan's Nikkei Stock Average was flat at 66988.82 as gains in financial and energy shares help offset losses in electronics and pharmaceutical stocks.
Review & Preview: The Dog Days Aren't Over
Markets fell and oil spiked in anticipation of the latest inflation data.
Fed will need to hike rates to tackle inflation, says Fmr. Trump Special Assistant Joe Lavorgna
Former Trump Special Assistant Joe Lavorgna joins 'Fast Money' to talk why he believes the Federal Reserve will be forced to raise rates to combat inflation.
Cramer says ask yourself these 3 questions to figure out what's really happening in the market
CNBC's Jim Cramer said investors can quickly gauge the market by focusing on three things: bonds, oil and Nvidia. He said they offer clues about interest rates, inflation and geopolitical risk and the...
U.S. Stock Futures Flat as Traders Await Key Inflation Report
U.S. stock futures were steady on Tuesday evening as traders waited for a key inflation report that could guide the next move on interest rates. Futures on the Dow Jones Industrial…
Soft Labor Data Clouds the September Decision
Labor market data was soft enough to cast doubt on the timing and magnitude of future Fed hikes, making the upcoming CPI release a key tiebreaker for a September rate decision. Nonfarm payrolls decrea...
U.S. Stocks Down as Oil Rises Ahead of Inflation Data
U.S. stocks slid as negotiations about the future of the Strait of Hormuz remain deadlocked.
Market Close: Stocks Lower, Iran-Oman Talks, Home Sales Drop • 8/11/26
The CNBC Business News Update with Jessica Ettinger features market numbers & news with CNBC expert analysis and sound from top business names. Updated throughout the business day.
Dow falls 180 pts as oil rises on Hormuz fears; Nasdaq slips before CPI data
Wall Street ended lower on Tuesday as rising oil prices and renewed uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz weighed on investor sentiment, while weakness in major technology stocks added pressure ahead ...
Stock Market Today: SPY, QQQ Stumble as Oil Regains Momentum; Tech Stocks Retreat
Both the S&P 500 ETF ($SPY) and the Nasdaq 100 ETF ($QQQ) closed in the red on Tuesday as rising oil prices pressured stocks. News That Moved the Stock Market…
Yen Intervention Wears Off
Stocks fell for the second day. The Dow ended down 184 points, or 0.3%. The S&P 500 declined 0.3% and the Nasdaq fell 0.6%. Treasury yields were little changed.
Goldman Sachs: We are not in a bond bear market despite higher volatility
Goldman Sachs Asset Management's Salman Niaz describes a “new regime” of higher market volatility, but says credit fundamentals remain resilient. While spreads on hyperscaler funding deals are widenin...
MCC Global Enterprises CEO Michelle Caruso Cabrera on Trump's next moves in Iran
MCC Global Enterprises CEO Michelle Caruso-Cabrera joins ‘The Exchange' to discuss the future of U.S. involvement in the Middle East amid negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz, her expectations for P...
The market bull run continues: The committee's next move
The Investment Committee debate their next movie as bullishness abounds in the market.
Fed's Hammack says multiple rate hikes may be needed to tame inflation
Beth Hammack says one rate hike won't suffice, arguing current Federal Reserve interest rates aren't meaningfully restricting the economy amid inflation.
S&P 500 Top Stock Gainers Today, 8/11/26
The S&P 500 (SPX) faced pressure on Tuesday after a show of force in the Strait of Hormuz led to rising oil prices. Let’s break down the sectors behind the performance. Today’s Top-Performing…
An inflation report Wednesday should be a big deal for the Fed. Here's what to expect
The consumer price index will be released Wednesday and is expected to show just a modest increase but an inflation level still well above the Fed's 2% target. Coming off the soft jobs report, a benig...
Why Is the Stock Market Down Today, 8/11/26?
Both the S&P 500 (SPX) and the Nasdaq 100 (NDX) are trading lower on Wednesday as the U.S. and Iran remain divided over the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude oil…
Sequoia's $250 Million Bet on America's Drone Future
Drone startup Neros has raised $250 million in a round co-led by Sequoia that triples its valuation to $2.5 billion as it expands beyond strike drones into autonomous systems and drone interceptors. C...
Dow Jones Today: DJIA Slips as Oil Approaches $90; U.S.-Iran Deal Hopes Rise
The Dow Jones (DJIA) is trading in negative territory on Tuesday despite signs of progress toward a U.S.-Iran deal. Pakistan Defense Minister Khawaja Asif said this morning that “things are shaping…
Market Midday: Stocks Lower, Oil Rises Amid Iran War Concerns • 8/11/26
The CNBC Business News Update with Jessica Ettinger features market numbers & news with CNBC expert analysis and sound from top business names. Updated throughout the business day.
Earnings Are Beating Wall Street's Boldest Expectations. What Comes Next.
There's an elegant simplicity to one of the central tenets in gauging the health of the stock market and the companies that comprise its benchmark indexes: figuring out what's in the till at the end o...
Nasdaq to Acquire LeveL Markets
Nasdaq said the acquisition of the off-exchange equity execution venue will advance its vision for always-on markets and expand its role in how liquidity is connected and capital is formed.
Big Picture Expectations on CPI, Earnings & Global AI Growth
Looking ahead to Wednesday's CPI, Liz Ann Sonders of @CharlesSchwab walks investors through her expectations of headline numbers and how they will "move the needle" on the Fed's interest rate outlook....
A historically strong stretch for the U.S. stock market is about to begin
Some investors are worried that this AI-powered bull market might be getting a little long in the tooth as it approaches its fourth birthday.
U.S. Existing Home Sales Dip to 3-Month Low as Mortgage Rates Tick Higher
Sales of existing homes in the U.S. fell 1.7% to an annualized rate of 4.06 million units in July. That’s the lowest in three months and comes as mortgage rates…
Auto loans hit record high and some other consumer debt rising, New York Fed says
U.S. consumers took out a record amount in auto loans in the second quarter and boosted their credit card and home equity balances as well, the New York Fed said in its latest household debt and cre...
Behind High Credit-Card Delinquencies: Stale, Charged Off Loans
The share of loans transitioning into serious delinquency has been stabilizing even though the overall pile has been growing, New York Fed says.
Behind High Credit-Card Delinquencies: Stale, Charged-Off Loans
The share of loans transitioning into serious delinquency has been stabilizing even though the overall pile has been growing, New York Fed says.
Why Investors Fall for Shooting Stars
My colleague Spencer Jakab wrote last week about why investors seem to forgive fallen investing stars. A question that intrigues me is why investors fall for these shooting stars in the first place.
Is inflation really slowing? Fed rate hike hinges on July price report.
A surprising decline in U.S. jobs last month isn't enough to discourage the Federal Reserve from raising interest rates soon, but a tame inflation report for the second straight month could do the tri...
Get Ready for a Major Gold and Silver Catalyst Tomorrow
Gold (XAUUSD) and silver (XAGUSD) are set to receive a major inflation catalyst that will likely affect the prices of both precious metals. On Wednesday morning, the Bureau of Labor…
S&P 500 Steady after Pakistan Signals U.S.-Iran Deal Optimism
The S&P 500 (SPX) is trading slightly higher on Tuesday after Pakistan said that U.S.-Iran talks had made progress in recent days. Pakistan Defense Minister Khawaja Asif told reporters in Islamabad…
Home Sales Remain Stuck as Mortgage Rates Weigh on Buyers
U.S. existing-home sales remained near historically low levels in July as fluctuating mortgage rates continued to weigh on demand.
July home sales fell after higher mortgage rates scared off buyers
Existing home sales were down 1.7% over the previous month, and the median home price rose to $434,100, a near record high.
Dow rises 100 points as Hormuz hopes offset inflation concerns ahead of CPI data
Wall Street opened in the green on Tuesday as investors welcomed signs of potential progress toward easing tensions in the Middle East while turning their attention to a crucial week of US inflation d...
Forex Market Forecast – Euro, Pound, and Yen Test Support as US Yields Drift
Currency markets are testing support areas in early Tuesday trading. At this point, the interest rates in America continue to play a big part.
Private-Credit Firms Clamp Down on Loan Sweeteners in Fear of ‘Shadow Defaults'
Borrowers have delayed interest payments on billions of dollars of loans, raising concerns that defaults are higher than reported.
5 Things to Know Before the Stock Market Opens on Tuesday
Stock futures are pointing slightly higher after a sluggish start to the week, as investors await the release of several AI-related earnings reports after the closing bell; oil prices are wavering as ...
Warsh's changes to forward guidance were tried by one central bank — and here's what happened
Canada's post-2008 playbook shows the volatility risks of Warsh's no-guidance Fed.
Lower-income household drove spending growth in July, says BofA's Liz Everett Krisberg
Liz Everett Krisberg, head of Bank of America Institute, joins ‘Squawk Box' to break down the Institute's Consumer Checkpoint Report, which provides real-time consumer spending and financial health es...
U.S. Small Business Confidence Rose Last Month
The National Federation of Independent Business said that its small-business optimism index rose to 99.8, its highest level since August 2025.
Bonds Are the ‘One Wrinkle on the Horizon.' They're a Threat to Stock Market's Summer Party.
Bonds are selling off sharply as global oil prices test $90 a barrel amid renewed Gulf war concerns.
Wall Street bank urges hedging into July's CPI — as sell trigger hits highest level in eight years
Well's Fargo's sentiment indicator reached 1.4 in August, its most since January 2018.
Morning Bid: Long bond bother
What matters in U.S. and global markets today. With U.S. Treasuries on tenterhooks ahead of tomorrow's big inflation report, the renewed tightening of energy markets is adding to the tension, with Br...
These Bonds Offer a Rare Buying Opportunity
Brent crude is flirting with $90 a barrel again, up about 13% in a week, as markets weigh the gap between the White House's desires and the military reality in the Strait of Hormuz.
Wall St inches lower as tech drags, US-Iran peace optimism fades
Wall Street's main indexes slipped on Tuesday, as losses in tech stocks weighed on sentiment, while investors assessed reports of potential deals that could take the Middle East towards stability.