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U.S. says Hormuz blockade 'fully implemented,' while signaling diplomatic off-ramp for Iran
The White House has been signaling a diplomatic solution to the conflict in the Middle East, as discussions around continuing negotiations with Tehran are underway.
Trump’s Hormuz blockade puts China, India in crosshairs as U.S. pressure on Iran spills over
The U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz risks ratcheting up pressure on two of its most consequential relationships in Asia — India and China.
U.S. crude trades lower as possible Washington-Tehran talks raise hopes for Mideast peace deal
Oil prices traded mixed as optimism grew that Iran may restart negotiations with the U.S. and Israel, easing tensions over the conflict that has disrupted the Strait of Hormuz.
Central banks were buying gold at record levels. Here's why they're selling now
After years of accumulation, some central banks are now selling bullion as war-driven pressures force a scramble for cash.
Stocks keep the rally going and oil tumbles. Here's why we have some trepidation
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
This portfolio allocation is outperforming the 60/40, says Morningstar
Morningstar's diversified portfolio, made up of 11 asset classes, beat a "plain vanilla" 60/40 allocation by the widest margin since 2009.
Market volatility may 'weigh heavily' on Gen Z, advisor says: How young investors can adapt
For young investors, the recent market volatility can be especially unsettling. Financial advisors have tips to help you through it.
Chips are emerging as market leaders once again. Where the charts signal they are going
Todd Gordon takes a look at semiconductors.
New Eric Swalwell accuser Lonna Drewes says 'he raped me,' plans to file police report
Eric Swalwell already faced a pending criminal investigation by the Manhattan DA's office over an allegation of sexual assault by another woman.
Capital One Spark Miles rebrands as the Venture Business. Earn up to 150,000 bonus miles with a new account
The basics of this Capital One business credit card remain the same, but several new perks have been added.
We're downgrading Wells Fargo after back-to-back quarters that left a lot to be desired
"Not a great quarter." That's how Jim Cramer on Tuesday summed up another lackluster quarter from Wells Fargo.
David Einhorn signals caution as his hedge fund Greenlight prioritizes capital protection
"It probably won't surprise anyone that we are again putting capital preservation at the top of our priorities," Einhorn said in his latest investor letter.
Prediction markets will grow to $1 trillion by 2030, Bernstein estimates
The investment bank said volumes will reach an estimated $240 billion in 2026 and grow at a 80% compound annual rate between 2025 and 2030.
Fed nominee Warsh filings detail vast wealth, far exceeding past chairs
Kevin Warsh, nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, detailed his holdings in newly released financial disclosures.
Blackstone’s Joan Solotar says investors should separate ‘signal from the noise’ in private credit
Joan Solotar, global head of Blackstone Private Wealth, said the capital flight from private credit isn't justified by the likely returns and potential losses.
Jamie Dimon says Anthropic's Mythos reveals 'a lot more vulnerabilities' for cyberattacks
The remarks show how a technology welcomed by corporations as a productivity boon can also pose serious threats, like uncovering new ways to hack into systems.
More U.S.-Iran peace deal talks are in discussion, White House says
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains at a trickle, despite President Donald Trump proclaiming that a ceasefire with Iran depended on it reopening.
What a United-American merger would mean, from antitrust hurdles to airfare
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby reportedly floated a potential merger with Trump administration officials earlier this year.
There’s a bottom in place for software stocks after horrid start to 2026, says BTIG
This has not been a kind year for software stocks, but investors in the beaten-down group may soon get some relief.
CEOs are betting AI will augment work rather than displace all workers
Panelists at the Semafor World Economy conference said artificial intelligence can supplement the work that's already done, improving its quantity and quality.
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