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Rachel Steinberg

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Could Trump Fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell? Analysts Warn It Would Trigger Market Chaos

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Trump Announces House GOP Holdouts Will Support Crypto Bills After Initial Opposition

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Gen Z Defies the Housing Crisis: How Young Americans Are Carving a Path to Homeownership

Amid high prices, low inventory, and rising rates, a new generation is rewriting the rules of real estate

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Leah Rosenfeld

Congress Pushes Controversial Medicaid Work Rules in Sweeping GOP Bill

The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” could strip coverage from millions by requiring Medicaid recipients to prove 80 hours of work each month — with experts warning of widespread harm to low-income Americans.

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Rachel Steinberg

Mortgage Rates Hover Near 7% as Market Activity Remains Sluggish

Homebuyers face stagnant interest rates, elevated home prices, and tight inventory, keeping demand and refinancing in a narrow range despite broader economic and geopolitical shifts.

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Junia Wells

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China’s Premier Pushes for Price Discipline in EV Sector Amid Rising Deflation Concerns

Li Qiang calls for stricter oversight in electric vehicle pricing as Beijing navigates fragile economic recovery and persistent profit pressure.

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David Goldfarb

Strong Data Pushes U.S. Markets Higher — But Is Trouble Lurking Beneath the Surface?

Retail sales, job growth, and earnings give Wall Street a boost, even as looming tariffs and energy policy shifts raise questions about what’s next.

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Calder Monroe

Could Trump Fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell? Analysts Warn It Would Trigger Market Chaos

Legal uncertainty, political backlash, and investor panic could follow if Trump tries to oust Powell—potentially shaking the very foundation of central bank independence.

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Calder Monroe

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From Didi Fallout to DeepSeek's AI Rise: Why Global Investors Are Pouring Back Into China’s Tech Scene

Foreign capital is flowing again into China's AI startups and secondaries, as VCs rush to raise U.S. dollar funds and ride the IPO rebound and AI boom.

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Rachel Steinberg

Trump Announces House GOP Holdouts Will Support Crypto Bills After Initial Opposition

Following a White House meeting, key Republican lawmakers reversed course, agreeing to back the GENIUS Act and related cryptocurrency legislation after earlier blocking their progress.

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Junia Wells

Two Men Charged in $650 Million Global Crypto Fraud That Promised 300% Returns

U.S. authorities expose OmegaPro as a global Ponzi scheme that misled thousands with flashy marketing and empty promises of wealth.

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Leah Rosenfeld

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Volvo Cars Revamps U.S. Strategy Amid Rising Tariffs Pressure

Sweden’s automaker shifts production plans to South Carolina as tariffs reshape its North American business model.

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Junia Wells

China’s Premier Pushes for Price Discipline in EV Sector Amid Rising Deflation Concerns

Li Qiang calls for stricter oversight in electric vehicle pricing as Beijing navigates fragile economic recovery and persistent profit pressure.

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David Goldfarb

Novartis Banks on Kisqali to Lead Its Oncology Future Amid Surging Sales

As Entresto approaches patent expiration, Novartis shifts focus to high-growth cancer therapies and boosts investor confidence with $10B buyback.

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Calder Monroe

European Firms Shift Focus as EU Boosts Military Spending

With defense budgets surging across Europe, companies are racing to secure their place in the continent’s growing security and defense industry.

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Rachel Steinberg

Here’s What a $1,000 Investment in Netflix a Decade Ago Would Be Worth Today

Despite market volatility and fierce competition, Netflix stock has delivered blockbuster returns for long-term investors — but is it still worth buying now?

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Calder Monroe

Powell Defends Fed Headquarters Renovation Amid White House Scrutiny

Federal Reserve Chair responds to Trump administration’s accusations of mismanagement and defends transparency over budget overruns.

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Japan’s Inflation Eases in June, But Economic Risks Loom Ahead

Cooling rice prices and energy subsidies help temper inflation, yet currency weakness, tariffs, and political uncertainty cast a shadow on Japan’s economic outlook.

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Junia Wells

Brunello Cucinelli Defies Tariff Pressures with Double-Digit Sales Growth

Italian luxury fashion house beats forecasts with 10.7% sales jump, banking on ultra-wealthy consumers to weather global economic headwinds.

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Rachel Steinberg

Neuralink Filed as ‘Disadvantaged Business’ Weeks Before $9 Billion Valuation

Elon Musk’s brain-tech firm claimed small business status amid federal funding reforms, sparking questions over eligibility and ethics.

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Junia Wells

Trump Orders Push for Epstein Grand Jury Records to Be Unsealed

Attorney General Pam Bondi vows immediate legal action as calls intensify across party lines for full transparency in the Epstein case.

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David Goldfarb

Strong Data Pushes U.S. Markets Higher — But Is Trouble Lurking Beneath the Surface?

Retail sales, job growth, and earnings give Wall Street a boost, even as looming tariffs and energy policy shifts raise questions about what’s next.

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Calder Monroe

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Offloads $37 Million in Shares Amid Renewed China Chip Sales

Huang’s stock sales are part of a prearranged plan while Nvidia prepares to resume H20 chip exports to China following U.S. government export license assurances.

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Calder Monroe

Scale AI Slashes 14% of Workforce Weeks After Meta's $14.3B Investment and Founder’s Departure

Despite Meta’s major backing and hiring of founder Alexandr Wang, Scale AI cuts 200 jobs and restructures amid rapid AI expansion and shifting customer dynamics.

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Rachel Steinberg

Gun Retailer GrabAGun Sinks Over 20% After NYSE Debut Backed by Donald Trump Jr.

After merging with GOP-aligned SPAC Colombier Acquisition Corp. II, GrabAGun begins trading under the ticker "PEW" — but investor enthusiasm fizzles on Day One.

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Leah Rosenfeld

United Airlines Lowers Full-Year Forecast but Sees Brighter Skies Ahead

CEO Scott Kirby says global uncertainty is easing as United adjusts earnings outlook, navigates Newark disruptions, and banks on a strong year-end travel rebound.

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Junia Wells

Could Trump Fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell? Analysts Warn It Would Trigger Market Chaos

Legal uncertainty, political backlash, and investor panic could follow if Trump tries to oust Powell—potentially shaking the very foundation of central bank independence.

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Calder Monroe

From Didi Fallout to DeepSeek's AI Rise: Why Global Investors Are Pouring Back Into China’s Tech Scene

Foreign capital is flowing again into China's AI startups and secondaries, as VCs rush to raise U.S. dollar funds and ride the IPO rebound and AI boom.

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Rachel Steinberg

U.S. Producer Prices Hold Steady in June — But Key Inflation Drivers Are Missing From the Data

Flat wholesale prices may seem like a sign of stability, but they don’t reflect rising import costs fueled by tariffs, leaving a major gap in understanding real inflation pressures.

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Leah Rosenfeld

Seven & i Shares Sink Over 7% After Couche-Tard Abandons $47 Billion Takeover Plan

The collapse of the high-profile bid highlights Japan’s cautious stance on foreign acquisitions and deepens investor uncertainty around Seven & i's future strategy.

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Junia Wells

Japan’s Exports Tumble for Second Month as U.S. Trade Tensions Escalate

Auto sector hit hardest with 26.7% drop; no U.S. trade deal in sight as recession fears mount.

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David Goldfarb

June’s Producer Prices Stall — But Don’t Be Misled by the Numbers

The flat Producer Price Index may look calm, but it excludes one critical economic force: imports.

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Calder Monroe

Invopop: The Madrid Startup Simplifying Global E-Invoicing for Businesses

How a Small Spanish Tech Company Is Helping Companies Stay Compliant Across Borders

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Rachel Steinberg

Trump Announces House GOP Holdouts Will Support Crypto Bills After Initial Opposition

Following a White House meeting, key Republican lawmakers reversed course, agreeing to back the GENIUS Act and related cryptocurrency legislation after earlier blocking their progress.

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Junia Wells

General Motors Shifts Cadillac Escalade Production to Michigan, Expands Pickup Truck Manufacturing Amid Strong Demand

As part of a $4 billion U.S. investment plan, GM will ramp up production of the Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra at Orion Assembly starting in early 2027 to meet growing consumer demand.

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Calder Monroe

Rolls-Royce Commits $75 Million to Expand South Carolina Engine Facility, Boosting U.S. Manufacturing

The aerospace giant’s $75 million investment will increase production of mtu Series 4000 diesel engines, create 60 jobs, and strengthen its footprint in the growing U.S. data center power market.

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Rachel Steinberg

Amazon Taps SpaceX to Launch Critical Kuiper Satellite Batch in Race Against Starlink

As the satellite internet market heats up, Amazon relies on Elon Musk’s SpaceX to deploy 24 Kuiper satellites, advancing its ambitious plan to catch SpaceX’s dominant Starlink network.

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Junia Wells

U.S. Risks Straining Ties With Australia by Pushing for Taiwan Conflict Commitment

Evan Feigenbaum warns Washington may be pressuring its ally too hard, as Canberra resists pre-committing military support in a potential U.S.-China confrontation over Taiwan.

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David Goldfarb

Russia May Have Miscalculated Trump Strategy, Says Former U.S. Ambassador

As Trump escalates pressure on Putin over Ukraine, questions arise in Moscow about whether past influence attempts have backfired.

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Calder Monroe

Whoop Pushes Back Against FDA Warning Over Blood Pressure Feature

The wearable tech company argues its Blood Pressure Insights tool is for wellness—not diagnosis—while regulators warn of medical risks and compliance violations.

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Rachel Steinberg

Westinghouse Unveils Plan to Build 10 Nuclear Reactors Across U.S. by 2030

In a push to revive American nuclear energy, Westinghouse pledges $75 billion in economic impact, backed by AI tools and presidential support.

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Leah Rosenfeld

Central Banks Turn to Domestic Gold Mines as Prices Soar

To cut costs and boost reserves, nations are increasingly buying gold directly from local miners — reshaping global gold sourcing strategies.

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Junia Wells

Trump Plans New Tariff Wave for Smaller Nations, Likely Above 10%

The former president signals upcoming tariff notices for smaller trade partners, building on his broader protectionist trade strategy.

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David Goldfarb

U.S. Inflation Stays on Track — And That’s the Problem

June inflation figures aligned with forecasts, but stubborn price pressures and muted market response signal deeper concerns for the economy and investors.

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French Startup Qobra Raises $10.5M to Fuel U.S. Expansion

Paris-based SaaS company Qobra secures fresh funding to scale its real-time sales commission platform and enter the competitive U.S. market as part of a broader European push into North America. Ask ChatGPT

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David Goldfarb

US Regulator Confirms Boeing Fuel Switches Are Safe After Air India Crash

Despite rising concerns following a deadly Air India 787 crash, the FAA maintains that fuel control switch design does not pose a safety risk and no airworthiness directive is currently planned.

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Leah Rosenfeld

Tensions Escalate Over Water as US and Mexico Clash Amid Historic Drought

An 80-year-old treaty is under strain as climate change deepens droughts, crippling agriculture on both sides of the border and igniting political threats over scarce water resources.

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Rachel Steinberg

Heat Pump Manufacturers Gear Up for Growth — But Will Consumer Demand Catch Up?

With climate targets looming and factories primed for production, the heat pump industry awaits stronger public adoption amid cooling enthusiasm across Europe.

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Leah Rosenfeld

China’s Economic Momentum Cools as Trade Tensions and Property Slump Drag Growth

Second-quarter GDP growth slows to 5.2% as Beijing battles headwinds from U.S. tariffs and a deepening property crisis, raising doubts over the full-year growth target.

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Junia Wells

Trump’s New Tariff Threat Leaves Russia Surprised but Relieved

Despite fiery rhetoric and fresh sanctions announcements from Washington, Moscow finds room to maneuver as the U.S. stops short of harsher penalties—at least for now.

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David Goldfarb

Tesla Faces Landmark Trial Over Fatal Autopilot Crash as Elon Musk’s Influence Hangs Over Jury Selection

The first federal civil lawsuit involving a deadly Tesla Autopilot crash goes to trial, spotlighting safety concerns, corporate responsibility, and public perceptions of Elon Musk.

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Calder Monroe

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