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Wall Street muscles higher despite more swings for AI stocks
Corporate profits lift US indexes United States stock indexes finished higher Thursday as strong company profits offset continuing instability among artificial intelligence shares. The S&P 500 gained 0.3% after reversing…
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Wall Street mostly loses ground under pressure from rising oil prices
Rising oil prices weigh on stocks Wall Street mostly declined Friday as another rise in oil prices renewed concerns about inflation and economic pressure. The S&P 500 fell 0.3%, putting…
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Sharp drops for AI stocks overwhelm markets worldwide as oil prices jump
Technology losses dominate Wall Street A sharp decline in artificial intelligence stocks pulled markets lower worldwide on Thursday. The S&P 500 fell 1.2% for its worst day since July, while…
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Most US stocks rise following strong profit reports from Equifax, Hasbro and other big companies
Corporate profits drive market gains Most United States stocks rose Tuesday after several large companies reported quarterly profits above analysts’ expectations. The S&P 500 gained 0.3%, while the Dow Jones…
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US markets are weighed down by an extended sell-off in the tech sector
Technology losses end a difficult week A broad technology sell-off pulled Wall Street lower Friday and completed its worst week since late June. The S&P 500 fell 1.1% and lost…
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Japan records a trade deficit as oil imports soar because of conflict in the Middle East
Oil costs push Japan into a trade deficit Japan recorded a trade deficit of 2.81 trillion yen, or $17.8 billion, during the first half of its fiscal year. Government data…
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Inflation cooled slightly last month even as consumers stepped up spending
Inflation eases but remains elevated Consumer prices rose 3.4% in August from a year earlier, below the 3.7% increase economists had expected. However, prices climbed 0.3% from July, compared with…
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Americans’ view of the economy sinks to the lowest level since 2014, Conference Board survey says
Confidence falls to its lowest level in more than a decade The Conference Board’s consumer confidence index dropped 6.7 points to 81.9 in September, down from 88.6 in August. That…
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Wall Street week ahead: consumer confidence, inflation, employment updates
Consumer Confidence Opens a Busy Week Wall Street is preparing for several reports that will provide a clearer picture of the U.S. economy. The data will show how consumers are…
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Argentina’s poverty rate rises above 30% under President Milei, reversing recent decline
Poverty Reverses Its Recent Decline Argentina’s poverty rate rose to 32.3% during the first half of 2026 as household incomes failed to keep up with the cost of basic goods.…
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Why bond yields are rising and why everyone should care
Bond Prices and Yields Move in Opposite Directions Bond yields have climbed to levels not seen in roughly two decades, affecting borrowers, savers, investors, and taxpayers. Governments and large companies…
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Stocks slip on Wall Street as rising Treasury yields pressure the market
Treasury yields pull stocks lower Wall Street moved lower on Tuesday as another rise in Treasury yields put fresh pressure on stocks. The S&P 500 fell 0.3%, the Dow Jones…
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Bond yields crank higher and pull US stocks further from their record
Treasury yields push stocks lower Wall Street moved further from its record high on Monday as yields in the U.S. bond market reached levels not seen in roughly two decades.…
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A reprieve from rising oil prices helps US stocks finish the week higher
Lower Oil Prices Help Stocks Recover A decline in oil prices eased some of the pressure on Wall Street and helped U.S. stocks complete their first winning week in three.…
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A shaky day for oil prices and the bond market leaves US stocks not far from where they started
Stocks Finish Near Flat After Sudden Reversals U.S. stocks ended a volatile Thursday close to where they began after moving repeatedly between gains and losses. The S&P 500 slipped less…
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Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut
The Fed Raises Rates Again Federal Reserve officials raised their benchmark interest rate by a quarter point, marking the first increase since 2023. The decision lifted the key rate to…
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American incomes finally top pre-pandemic levels, fighting against inflation all the way
Household Income Reaches a Record Median household income in the United States rose 2.6% in 2025 after adjusting for inflation, according to the Census Bureau. It reached a record $87,460.…
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Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trump’s demands
A Rate Increase Appears Likely Federal Reserve officials were widely expected to raise their short-term interest rate for the first time in three years. The move would address inflation that…
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America In Focus: inflation accelerated in August, home sales weaken and diesel prices soar
Inflation and Energy Costs Increase Economic data showed that inflation and energy costs continued pressuring American households and businesses. Consumer prices rose 3.4% in August from a year earlier, matching…
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Wall Street week ahead: Federal Reserve decision on interest rates, retail sales update
The Federal Reserve Takes Center Stage Investors will focus on the Federal Reserve as policymakers conclude their two-day meeting Wednesday. The central bank could raise its benchmark interest rate to…
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US stocks jump after oil prices ease and an inflation update comes in near expectations
Markets Rebound as Oil Prices Retreat Wall Street recovered much of its weekly losses Friday after oil prices eased and inflation data matched expectations. The S&P 500 gained 0.9%, ending…
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European Central Bank raises interest rates a quarter point to quell energy-fueled inflation
The ECB Raises Its Benchmark Rate European Central Bank officials raised their benchmark interest rate by a quarter percentage point to 2.50%. The decision covered the 21 European Union countries…
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US stocks rally to their best day in 6 weeks after oil prices and bond yields ease
Oil and Bond Markets Give Stocks Relief U.S. stocks recorded their strongest day in six weeks as lower oil prices and easing bond yields helped reverse losses from the previous…
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Wall Street drifts lower as bond yields rise and oil prices swing
A Mixed Finish After a Volatile Week U.S. stock indexes ended an uneven week with mixed results as elevated bond yields and oil prices weighed on investors. The S&P 500…
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Pressure from the bond market hits a new level, and US stocks slide on worries about inflation
Bond Yields Reach a New Threshold U.S. stocks fell as pressure from the bond market intensified and a strong economic report revived concerns about inflation. The S&P 500 lost 0.8%,…
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Federal Reserve official says inflation persistence led her to support interest rate hike
Collins Backs Higher Borrowing Costs Susan Collins, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, supported the central bank’s quarter-point interest rate increase to about 3.9%. Persistent inflation and renewed…
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In Chile, even beloved hot dogs feel the economic squeeze
The Completo Reflects Rising Prices For decades, Chile’s completo has offered an affordable meal to people across social classes. Now its rising price has become a visible example of the…
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Why the Federal Reserve is lifting rates now, and what it means
The Fed Moves from Caution to Action Six weeks after a divided Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged, its policy committee unanimously approved an increase. Nearly all officials also indicated that…
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America In Focus: Affordability concerns rise as Fed hikes key rate, mortgage rate reaches nearly 7%
Higher Rates Add to Household Pressure Rising prices for groceries, gasoline and housing remained central economic concerns for Americans during the week. These costs are influencing household and business decisions…
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Bank of England holds rates but appears ready to hike soon
Rates Remain Unchanged for Now The Bank of England kept its main interest rate at 3.75% but indicated that an increase could arrive soon. The decision reflected growing concern about…