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U.S. manufacturers keep on trucking despite a road littered with obstacles

High U.S. tariffs, war with Iran, a spike in oil prices, rising inflation — no matter. American manufacturers grew in June for the sixth month in a row to mark the longest streak in four years.

23 minutes ago - Market Watch

Inflation peaked in May as energy prices fell in June, Kalshi traders think

Traders on prediction market platform Kalshi think less than a 1-in-3 chance that inflation will rise above 4.2% in 2026. The May Consumer Price Index report showed annual inflation running at a 4.2% ...

29 minutes ago - CNBC

Kevin Warsh's ECB Forum Speech & 2H26 Inflation Expectations

@CharlesSchwab's Liz Ann Sonders talks about Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's speech at ECB forum in Portugal and what consumers can expect from the FOMC moving forward. Investors have their eyes on end of the...

45 minutes ago - Schwab Network

Fed's Warsh says some task force staffing to be revealed next week

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said on Wednesday that some of the key staffing of a ‌slate of “task forces” looking at central bank operations will be made public very soon and that non-American...

48 minutes ago - Reuters

Will gas prices keep dropping?

Gas prices are finally giving drivers a break just in time for one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. Josh Lipton speaks with GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan about why prices have fallen roughly 8...

50 minutes ago - Yahoo Finance

Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh declines to hint at July rate decision

CNBC's Sara Eisen moderates a policy panel with European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde, Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey and Bank of Canada Gover...

1 hour ago - CNBC Television

Frederic Mishkin on his expectations for Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh

Former Federal Reserve Governor Frederic Mishkin joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh, interests rates and more.

1 hour ago - CNBC Television

This is the best time ‘in a generation' to buy space and defense stocks, analysts say

Wedbush analysts are taking a bullish view of the space sector, initiating coverage of SpaceX and other stocks.

1 hour ago - Market Watch

Rate Hike Odds Slip Following Warsh’s ECB Forum Comments

Rate hike odds edged lower after Kevin Warsh made his first public appearance following the Fed meeting two weeks ago. Speaking from Portugal at the European Central Bank (ECB) forum,…

1 hour ago - TipRanks

Nasdaq: Analysis as Warsh Says Prices Are Too High, Chips Retreat

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh says prices remain too high as tech stocks slide, the Dow nears records, and investors await key U.S. payrolls data.

1 hour ago - FXEmpire

Michael Burry Is Shorting the Dow's Hottest AI Stock

The Big Short investor is betting against Caterpillar after a huge AI-driven rally. The stock has become one of the Dow's biggest winners.

1 hour ago - Barrons

U.S. Factory Activity Continued to Expand in June

The Institute for Supply Management's purchasing managers' index was 53.3 last month, 0.7 percentage point lower than in May.

2 hours ago - WSJ

Nothing can replace human judgment, NYSE president says

NYSE President Lynn Martin joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss discusses America's 250th anniversary, competitive markets, her outlook for the rest of 2026, tokenization and more.

2 hours ago - Fox Business

Why Is the Stock Market Down Today, 7/1/26?

Following a fantastic second quarter for the S&P 500 (SPX) and the Nasdaq 100 (NDX), both indexes are in the red to kick off the third quarter. The decline is…

2 hours ago - TipRanks

Kevin Warsh made his first public appearance since his debut press conference at the central bank's June meeting

Kevin Warsh made his first public appearance since his debut press conference at the central bank's June meeting.

2 hours ago - WSJ

Fed Chairman Warsh Says Inflation Risks Have Come Down, Vows to Remain Independent

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said price risks have come down in recent weeks, and the central bank will deliver price stability. “Prices are too high, and I don't think I'm the only one on thi...

2 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Activist investors make bigger push for campaigns in H1, seek more M&A

Activist investors pushed global companies more aggressively in the second quarter to make changes and lifted the overall pace of campaigns in the first half of 2026, ​Barclays data showed, as their b...

2 hours ago - Reuters

Stock markets in Europe and U.S. wrap best quarter since 2020

European and U.S. equity markets wrapped up their strongest quarter since 2020, with technology and AI stocks leading the rally while energy shares came under pressure amid uncertainty in the Middle E...

2 hours ago - CNBC International TV

S&P 500 Seasonality Points to a Bullish July

The S&P 500 (SPX) fell by 1.3% in June, although history shows that July is usually bullish for the benchmark index. The S&P 500 has risen in July for 11…

2 hours ago - TipRanks

What's at Stake in USMCA Negotiations?

The US-Mexico-Canada Agreement entered into force six years ago and is the outline for almost $2 trillion in annual trade among the three countries. A countdown to the expiry of the agreement is set t...

3 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Dow falls 250 points as chip stocks slide, US-Iran tensions rise

US stocks opened lower on Wednesday as investors booked profits in semiconductor stocks following a record-breaking first half of 2026, while renewed US-Iran tensions and expectations of tighter monet...

3 hours ago - Invezz

Almost 100% of the Nasdaq-100's gains in the first half of 2026 came from just 10 stocks

Micron led the way, contributing 26% of the Nasdaq-100's first-half returns and 17% of the S&P 500's gains, according to Jefferies.

3 hours ago - Market Watch

Kevin Warsh declined to say how the Fed will approach an upcoming debate over whether to raise rates, calling the coming meeting a “good family fight”

Kevin Warsh declined to say how the Fed will approach an upcoming debate over whether to raise rates, calling the coming meeting a “good family fight.”

3 hours ago - WSJ

Dow Jones Stalls Following a Blockbuster Quarter

The Dow Jones (DJIA) opened lower on the first day of the third quarter after rallying 13% in the second quarter. That marked its best quarterly performance since 2022. Investors…

3 hours ago - TipRanks

Warsh warns investors not to expect hints at future Fed rate moves

New Federal Reserve chief Kevin Warsh gave no hint of whether the central bank would raise interest rates in July and repeated his dislike of so-called forward guidance to alert investors to future Fe...

3 hours ago - Market Watch

Private Sector Hiring Grew Slightly Below Expectations Last Month — ADP Report

Private companies added a net 98,000 jobs in June after adding 122,000 jobs in May, human-resources company ADP said.

3 hours ago - WSJ

ADP's Nela Richardson breaks down June's private payrolls

Nela Richardson, chief economist, joins 'Squawk Box' to break down June's private payrolls data, the challenges college graduates face entering the job market, and more.

3 hours ago - CNBC Television

Nasdaq 100, Dow Jones 30 and S&P 500 Forecasts – Early NFP Release Sparks Profit-Taking

The US stock markets are closed on Friday and feature the jobs report on Thursday. This is on the front of the trader's mind.

3 hours ago - FXEmpire

Goldman Sachs Says Capital Spending Is Powering the Bull Market

The best quarter for stocks in six years ended on a high note, with chipmakers extending their rebound from war-driven lows and signs of economic resilience boosting confidence in corporate earnings. ...

4 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Private sector added 98,000 jobs in June, below expectations, ADP says

The figure reported on Wednesday is below economists' estimates of an increase of 118,000 jobs. The prior month's reading was unrevised at 122,000.

4 hours ago - Fox Business

U.S. Stock Futures Trend Lower after Strong First Half

U.S. stock futures fell on Wednesday morning following a strong end to the first half of 2026. Futures on the Nasdaq 100 (NDX), the S&P 500 Index (SPX), and the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) wer...

4 hours ago - TipRanks

US private payrolls gains slow in June; planned layoffs drop 53%

WASHINGTON, July 1 (Reuters) - U.S. private payrolls increased less than expected in June, but a sharp decline in planned layoffs pointed to stable labor market conditions last month. Private employme...

4 hours ago - Reuters

Businesses add 98,000 new jobs in June, ADP says

ADP said U.S. businesses 98,000 new jobs in June — the smallest increase in three months — but the payroll processor said demand for labor was improving.

4 hours ago - Market Watch

One in five U.S. companies is now using AI, but the impact on the job market remains narrow, say Goldman analysts

Artificial-intelligence usage by American firms increased to 20.6% in June, and drags caused by the technology in certain sectors have been offset by growth in the construction sector.

4 hours ago - Market Watch

Private payrolls rose by 98,000 in June, less than expected, ADP reports

Private sector employment grew by a seasonally adjusted 98,000 for the month, down from 122,000 in May and a bit below the forecast for 110,000, ADP reported Wednesday. Nearly half the job creation in...

4 hours ago - CNBC

Dow futures fall 170 points: 5 things to know before Wall Street opens

US equity futures began the new quarter with a more guarded tone, even after Wall Street ended June on a strong note. The problem is not just geopolitics, though the stalled US-Iran diplomacy in Doha ...

5 hours ago - Invezz

Morning Bid: Kicking off H2

What matters in U.S. and global markets today. The new month, quarter and second half kicked off in a cautious mood, with U.S. Treasury yields jumping overnight as the June jobs ​report looms, and inv...

6 hours ago - Reuters

Tech Bulls, Keep an Eye on Japan

What war? Wall Street just had its best quarter in six years, fueled by the best period for chip makers ever. Traditional haven gold, meanwhile, had its worst quarter in 13 years after a blistering 20...

6 hours ago - WSJ

Tech leads first half stock gains — but the biggest winners weren't in the US

The tech sector was a major outperformer in the first half of the year, despite AI jitters sparking bouts of volatility. But American tech broadly underperformed its international counterparts.

6 hours ago - CNBC

Stock Markets Enter a Crucial Period as Investors Play Defense to Inflation Risks

Micron and Apple trade blame, extreme heat is here, Strategy's Bitcoin plan shifts, and more news to start your day.

6 hours ago - Barrons

Wall St futures slip as US-Iran tensions cloud Middle East peace prospects

July 1 (Reuters) - Wall Street futures dipped ​on Wednesday as U.S.-Iran tensions cast fresh doubt over peace in the Middle East, marking a cautious ‌start to the second half of the year, while invest...

6 hours ago - Reuters

Warsh hits the international stage with peers sharing an inflation problem

July 1 (Reuters) - U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh's stripped-down central-banking approach gets an ​international audience on Wednesday when he appears alongside top global peers who share ...

6 hours ago - Reuters

Stock Market News Today, 7/1/26 – Futures Enter July in the Red as Rate Hike Fears Grow

U.S. stock futures slipped ahead of Wednesday’s session, starting the new month in the red. The pullback follows a strong trading day that capped both the second quarter and the…

7 hours ago - TipRanks

Small-Engine Makers Gain Big Momentum in Data Centers

For data centers looking for off-grid power, small engines are cheap and readily available.

7 hours ago - WSJ

U.S. Treasury yields edge higher as investors await Fed Chair Warsh's talks in Europe

U.S. Treasury yields rose on Wednesday, as investors awaited more data and clues on the Federal Reserve's monetary policy path.

7 hours ago - CNBC

U.S. Stocks Futures Lower as Rate Hike Expectations Weigh

U.S. stock futures pointed down in early European trade, as global equities looked set to kick off the second half of the year in the red.

8 hours ago - WSJ

Equity-Market Fundraising at Most Exuberant Since 2021, Mergermarket Says

Tech companies have raised more than $100 billion in the first six months of a year only twice before—in 2000 and in 2021.

9 hours ago - WSJ

Energy and Tech Led the First Half, but Only Tech Looks Ready to Keep Winning

Technology stocks may have more room to run than energy shares as AI spending remains strong and oil prices retreat.

9 hours ago - Barrons

Warsh Set to Promote His Reform Agenda at European Banking Conference

Investors should expect that central bank communications and the use of forward guidance will be part of Wednesday's panel discussion.

9 hours ago - Barrons

Japan spent $74 billion propping up the yen. Investors say the real battle is with the Fed

The yen hit a 40-year low as investors questioned the impact of intervention. Intervention alone is unlikely to reverse losses, while wide U.S.-Japan rate differentials continue to support the dollar.

11 hours ago - CNBC

Stock Futures Slip after Markets End Strong Quarter and First Half

U.S. stock futures were lower ahead of Wednesday’s session following a strong trading day that capped both the second quarter and the first half of the year on a positive…

11 hours ago - TipRanks

Mega-deals fuel record M&A as boards dream big on takeovers

A surge in $10-billion-plus "mega-deals" drove global M&A to record levels in the first half of 2026, LSEG data shows, as some companies took advantage of an easier regulatory backdrop to pursue ​what...

11 hours ago - Reuters

In a warning sign, analysis shows publicly traded credit funds are unprofitable

The majority of publicly traded business development companies (BDCs) — the visible part of the private credit market — have turned unprofitable due to falling asset values and ​rising costs, a Reuter...

12 hours ago - Reuters

Activist Investors' Campaigns Hit Global Record, With More on the Way

Activist investors launched 184 new campaigns globally in the first and second quarters, up 20% in a year, according to Lazard.

12 hours ago - Barrons

We're making the US the 'crypto CAPITAL of the world': SEC chairman

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission chair Paul Atkins discusses the value of Trump investment accounts on 'Kudlow.'

13 hours ago - Fox Business

GLOBAL ECONOMY Factory activity was strong in June despite war-driven cost pressures, PMIs show

Euro zone manufacturing output closed out its ​best quarter since early 2022 last month while an AI boom powered Asian producers, business surveys showed on Wednesday, offering some ‌relief from the U...

13 hours ago - Reuters

CNBC Daily Open: AI demand fuels investors' portfolios while oil posts biggest monthly decline

Demand for AI by investors have helped to drive companies like Intel and Micron to rise more than three times in value, with Advanced Micro Devices is catching up. Amazon Web Services wants to strengt...

14 hours ago - CNBC

JGBs Fall, Tracking Declines in U.S. Treasurys

JGBs fell in the morning Tokyo session, tracking overnight price declines in U.S. Treasurys.

15 hours ago - WSJ

Opportunities in Infrastructure & Energy Stocks as AI Buildout Accelerates

"As society evolves, so does the infrastructure," says Luke Taylor when referencing the ways AI demand is accelerating business needs for data centers and chipmakers. He talks about opportunities he s...

16 hours ago - Schwab Network

Review & Preview: Halftime

Ending on a high note. The first half of the year ended with a bang on Tuesday, and while AI-driven tech was in the lead per usual, it wasn't alone.

16 hours ago - Barrons

S&P 500, Nasdaq register best quarter since 2020 despite Iran war

June 30 (Reuters) - The S&P 500 and Nasdaq finished June on ​Tuesday with their biggest quarterly gains since 2020 as investors remained upbeat about economic and earnings growth even amid ‌the Middle...

17 hours ago - Reuters

U.S. Stock Futures Mixed After Strong Quarter Close

U.S. stock futures were mixed on Tuesday evening after a strong regular trading session that marked the conclusion of the second quarter and first half of the year. Futures on…

18 hours ago - TipRanks

Wall Street's Best Quarter in Six Years Will Be a Hard Act to Follow

The Dow industrials closed June at a record high. Stocks powered through a turbulent few months to log their best quarter in years. Keeping pace won't be easy.

18 hours ago - WSJ

Tuesday's Final Takeaways: Strong First Half for Stocks & Consumer Confidence

Marley Kayden recaps a strong finish to the first half of the year for stocks, highlighting the factors that fueled market gains. Sam Vadas discusses the latest consumer confidence report explaining w...

18 hours ago - Schwab Network

Stocks wrap up best quarter in years — though more volatility could be in store

Stocks on Tuesday wrapped up their strongest quarter in years as traders shrugged off concerns about an AI bubble and hoped for a final peace deal with Iran – but more volatility could be in store thi...

19 hours ago - New York Post

Investopedia's Midyear Report: Here's What Investors Should Expect in the Second Half of 2026

The first half of 2026 had plenty for investors to digest, including drama in stocks, bonds and geopolitics. In a series of stories, Investopedia writers have wrapped up the first six months of the ye...

19 hours ago - Investopedia

Small-cap stocks just had their best start to a year since 1991. The rest of 2026 could look very different.

Small-cap stocks are coming off a historic run. On Tuesday, they clinched their best performance during the first six months of a year since 1991.

19 hours ago - Market Watch

U.S. Stocks Rise to Cap Best Quarter in Years

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq, which logged their best quarterly performances since 2020, ended the day 0.79% and 1.52% higher, respectively.

19 hours ago - WSJ

Here's what's next for the Fed's Lisa Cook after her victory at the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court's ruling in favor of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook will require the Trump administration to do a lot more work in order to oust her from the central bank, and a definitive resol...

20 hours ago - Market Watch

Stock Market Today: SPX Secures Best Quarter Since 2020 as AI Stocks Soar

The S&P 500 (SPX) closed out June with a bang and notched its best quarterly performance since the second quarter of 2020. News That Moved the Stock Market Today…

20 hours ago - TipRanks

Dow rises 110 points as chip stocks power Wall Street to strong first-half finish

US stocks closed higher on Tuesday as gains in semiconductor shares helped Wall Street wrap up a strong first half of 2026 and one of its best quarterly performances in years, despite lingering geopol...

20 hours ago - Invezz

The U.S. Added 1,200 New Millionaires a Day Last Year

Soaring financial markets are a big reason Americans make up nearly half the world's new millionaires.

20 hours ago - WSJ

S&P 500 Top Stock Gainers Today, 6/30/26

The S&P 500 (SPX) rallied higher on Tuesday and clinched its best quarterly performance since 2020. Let’s break down the sectors behind the performance. Today’s Top-Performing Sector Information techn...

20 hours ago - TipRanks

The chip rally has a dark side — and a rare market risk is at its highest level since 2015

A cavernous spread between stock and index volatility leaves semiconductor leaders, including AMD and Micron, vulnerable.

21 hours ago - Market Watch

Why These Stock-Market Bears See This Year's Bullish Tailwinds 'Reversing'

Most on Wall Street expect more gains for stocks in the second half of 2026. Not everyone, however, is convinced.

21 hours ago - Investopedia

Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship in a Major Blow to Trump’s Immigration Policy

The Supreme Court voted to uphold birthright citizenship in a highly anticipated ruling on Tuesday. The decision struck down President Trump’s executive order that sought to end automatic citizenship ...

21 hours ago - TipRanks

Rubenstein Doesn't See the AI Stock Bubble Bursting

David Rubenstein, the founder and co-chairman of the Carlyle Group and host of "Bloomberg Wealth," says he doesn't expect the AI bubble to pop anytime soon. He speaks on "Bloomberg Surveillance.

22 hours ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Warsh Wants the Fed to Talk Less. That Only Gets Wall Street to Listen Harder.

Investors are trying to get a read on the new chairman even as he seeks to limit communication so markets can respond independently to economic data.

22 hours ago - WSJ

Gold Is Set for Its Worst Quarter in 13 Years. Here’s Why

Gold (XAUUSD) is on track for its worst quarter since 2013 and its first quarterly decline since 2024. The precious metal has faced pressure from three factors. These are a…

22 hours ago - TipRanks

Chip Stocks on Track for Best Quarter Ever | Bloomberg Tech 6/30/2026

Bloomberg's Ed Ludlow breaks down what's behind the chip stock rally, with the sector heading toward its best quarter ever. Plus, Taiwan raids the offices of Super Micro as part of an investigation in...

22 hours ago - Bloomberg Technology

How stocks put up their best quarter in 6 years

The Investment Committee react to the market having its best quarter in 6 years. They debate what it means for the second half of the year.

23 hours ago - CNBC Television

Dow Jones Today: DJIA Climbs on Optimistic JOLTS Data as Trump Calls for $2.50 Gas

The Dow Jones (DJIA) is trading higher on Tuesday and is set to deliver its best quarterly return since the second quarter of 2022. While the Dow, along with the…

23 hours ago - TipRanks

Insiders Made $100 Million on China Brokerage Crackdown, Trading Firm Alleges

Susquehanna has filed a lawsuit seeking to unmask the traders who bet on drop in Futu and Tiger Brokers stock.

1 day ago - WSJ

AI ROI Remains a Critical Question for Mag 7 as Investors Question CapEx

Can both hyperscaler and chipmaker stocks rally together? That's the question @CharlesSchwab's Nathan Peterson poses to investors, as he explains the role ROI has in both corners of the tech space.

1 day ago - Schwab Network

How an AI Bust Could Ripple Through The Global Economy

Plus, South Korea plots new chip plants, and AI brings bumper profits for memory producers

1 day ago - WSJ

Bessent warns gas stations 'we're watching' as Trump demands immediate price cuts

Scott Bessent warns gasoline retailers the Trump administration is watching pump prices and expects them to pass crude oil savings to consumers.

1 day ago - Fox Business

Even Wall Street bulls are worried about a stock-market pullback after dazzling second quarter

The first half of 2026 is coming to a close on Tuesday, and with it, another rollicking stretch for the U.S. equity market.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Job openings rise to 2-year high, but good luck actually getting one

A prolonged decline in job openings in the U.S. appears to be over, but it doesn't mean businesses are ready to do lots of hiring or make it easier for people to find work.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Cleveland Fed President Hammack sees AI fueling inflation, says rate hikes may be necessary

Cleveland Federal Reserve President Beth Hammack said Tuesday that "insatiable" demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure is helping to fuel inflation. "When I look at policy, if that continue...

1 day ago - CNBC

Yen Hits Four-Decade Low in Historic Slide

The yen slid to its weakest level against the dollar since 1986, a milestone that will generate unease in Japan and put traders on high alert for authorities wading into the market. Bloomberg's Ruth C...

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

Why Is the Stock Market Up Today, 6/30/26?

The S&P 500 (SPX) and the Nasdaq 100 (NDX) are trading higher on Tuesday and are set to close out a strong quarter in the green. Both indexes are on…

1 day ago - TipRanks

LULU, RY, QSR: Canadian Stocks Fall as U.S. Moves to End North American Free Trade Deal

Tensions are running high at the negotiating table.

1 day ago - TipRanks

U.S. Job Openings and Hires Remained Stable in May

Available positions held steady at 7.6 million, and the hiring rate remained at 3.3% with about 5.2 million Americans landing new jobs.

1 day ago - WSJ

Warsh Will Get More Leeway From Trump When It Comes to Rates, Rubenstein Says

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh will get more leeway than Jay Powell did when it comes to interest rates from President Donald Trump, David Rubenstein says. He says Warsh is independent, but clea...

1 day ago - Bloomberg Markets and Finance

U.S. Consumer Sentiment Climbed in June, Conference Board Says

The research group said its consumer confidence index rose to 91.2 in June from a downwardly revised 90.6 in May. Economists polled by The Wall Street Journal had expected a higher reading of 94.2.

1 day ago - WSJ

Trump Urges Gas Retailers to Slash Prices or Face ‘Big Problems’

President Trump has picked up the pressure for gas retailers to drop prices for Americans, citing plummeting oil prices. Brent crude (BZ) has fallen 21% since the U.S. and Iran…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Warsh says he's determined to slay inflation. Investors want to know if he really means it.

New Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh isn't a stranger on Wall Street, but the mystery to investors is whether he's committed as he sounds to stamp out U.S. inflation.

1 day ago - Market Watch

Chicago Business Activity Cooled in June

The Chicago Business Barometer, compiled by MNI Indicators, slipped to 56.7 from 62.7 in May, but still beat expectations.

1 day ago - WSJ

U.S. Retailers Accelerate China Imports Ahead of Potential Tariff Hike

U.S. retailers are attempting to front-run the possibility of higher tariff rates by placing inventory orders for the Black Friday and Christmas sales events ahead of schedule. Shipping executives tol...

1 day ago - TipRanks

July stock market outlook: Analysts see strong rally after AI-driven June volatility

Investors ended June on an uneasy note as concerns over the sustainability of the artificial intelligence boom, elevated interest rates and fears of rising inflation sparked sharp swings across US equ...

1 day ago - Invezz

Dow slips 100 points as Wall Street looks to wrap up a standout quarter

Wall Street opened little changed on Tuesday as investors entered the final trading session of the quarter. Markets remained on track to wrap up one of their strongest quarterly performances in years ...

1 day ago - Invezz

S&P 500 On Track for Best Quarter Since 2020 with Earnings Momentum in Full Stride

As of Monday’s close, the S&P 500 (SPX) had returned 14% quarter-to-date. That puts the benchmark index on pace for its best quarter since the second quarter of 2020, when the…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Trump's defense budget, depleted war machine, spark state battle for business and jobs

The Trump administration is requesting an unprecedented $1.5 trillion defense budget while also reforming defense procurement to emphasize speed and efficiency. The moves come at a time when U.S. muni...

1 day ago - CNBC

U.S. Home Price Growth Edged Up in April

The S&P Cotality Case-Shiller National Home Price Index rose 0.8% in the 12 months through April, but affordability pressures still weighed on home buyer decisions.

1 day ago - WSJ

Stock Futures Muted; Major Indexes Set to End Q2 on a Strong Note

U.S. stock futures were muted on Tuesday morning after the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) closed above the 52,000 level for the first time yesterday. Major indexes are set to…

1 day ago - TipRanks

Why the Dow's Tech Revolution Is a Blessing and a Curse

Alphabet's inclusion means five of the Magnificent Seven stocks are now in the Dow.

1 day ago - Barrons

Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100: Wall Street Eyes Quarter-End Finish at Record Highs

Wall Street heads into quarter-end at record highs as the Nasdaq tests key resistance and AI spending faces its biggest earnings test yet.

1 day ago - FXEmpire

FOMO in Market Cycles

Note: At the beginning of the year, we decided to move to a quarterly distribution that would incorporate both our perceptions of market movements and events and more traditional wealth management top...

1 day ago - ETF Trends

Small-cap stocks enjoy their best first half in 35 years. Here's what's driving it

The Russell 2000 Index has surged more than 21% this year, putting the benchmark on track for its best first-half performance since 1991. "It's both a valuation catch-up story and a fundamental story,...

1 day ago - CNBC

Get ready for the summer rally, Wells Fargo tells investors

Recent volatility in equities was probably caused by quarter-end rebalancing, while future volatility may develop as midterm elections approach in November. Between times, though, stocks look set to f...

1 day ago - Market Watch

A Historic Yen Slump Has Intervention Talk Rattling U.S. Stocks

Japan's currency is trading at the weakest levels against the dollar since 1986. That's a problem.

1 day ago - Barrons

Wilmington Trust's Meghan Shue says equities will outperform over the next 12 months

Meghan Shue, chief investment strategist at Wilmington Trust, joins ‘Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, her outlook for equities, and mor

1 day ago - CNBC Television

UK stocks edge higher as mining and financial shares lift FTSE 100

The UK's benchmark FTSE 100 index edged higher on Tuesday, supported by gains in industrial mining, and financial stocks, as investor sentiment improved on optimism surrounding a ceasefire in the Midd...

1 day ago - Invezz

The big surprise for the second half could be the AI trade powering higher. Why it wouldn't take much.

HSBC strategists say the persistent scrutiny of the artificial intelligence trade could be met with surprise this year, if valuations of those stock start to climb again

1 day ago - Market Watch

Why the Stock Market's Staggering Quarterly Gains Will Be Tough to Match

Trump's control over federal government gets split decision, Comcast spinoff could spark media deals, Constellation earnings are coming, and more news to start your day.

1 day ago - Barrons

Stock Market News Today, 6/30/26 – Futures Climb after Dow Hits Record High

U.S. stock futures moved higher ahead of Tuesday’s session after the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above the 52,000 mark for the first time. Additionally, investors looked ahead to key…

1 day ago - TipRanks

EU to Limit Tariff-Free Steel Imports, Apply 50% Duty Above Quota

The European Union will limit the amount of tariff-free steel its member states can import from Wednesday, as part of efforts to protect the bloc's steel industry from overcapacity.

1 day ago - WSJ

Quant funds just suffered their most crippling trading rout this year as momentum stocks flopped

Although the last week has been painful for quant funds, asset allocators remind investors that it's important to look at returns over a wider timeframe. So far in 2026, the sector is still significan...

1 day ago - Market Watch