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Big banks post strong Q3 profits, but warn higher rates and inflation could bite
Major banks report higher profits Wall Street’s largest banks reported stronger third-quarter profits as consumers continued paying bills and businesses invested heavily in artificial intelligence. JPMorgan Chase earned $15.3 billion,…
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US stocks rise to the edge of an all-time high
Buyouts and artificial intelligence lift stocks U.S. stocks moved close to record territory Monday after two acquisition announcements boosted the market. The S&P 500 gained 0.7% to 7,773.95, finishing within…
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Wall Street week ahead: Fed minutes, unemployment data, consumer sentiment update
A week of important economic signals Wall Street faces a busy week of reports covering services, unemployment and consumer sentiment. Investors will also examine minutes from the Federal Reserve’s latest…
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US stocks drop to their worst day since July as inflation worsens
Inflation pushes major indexes lower United States stocks recorded their worst session since July after a report showed inflation accelerated more than economists expected. The S&P 500 fell 1.1%, marking…
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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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A strong profit report from SpaceX helps lift tech stocks and Wall Street
Strong earnings lift major indexes United States stocks rose Wednesday after several large companies reported stronger profits than analysts expected. The S&P 500 gained 0.6% and moved within 0.8% of…
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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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AI stocks lead a rebound on Wall Street as European markets drop following protests
AI shares revive major US indexes Artificial intelligence stocks recovered part of the previous week’s losses and lifted Wall Street on Monday. The S&P 500 rose 0.4%, while the technology-heavy…
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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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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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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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Anthropic and OpenAI sound the alarm on AI safety — and seek to shape how it’s controlled
AI Warnings and Financial Motives Currently, major technology executives are actively warning the public about artificial intelligence dangers. Specifically, Anthropic and OpenAI leaders claim their advanced systems could endanger humanity. However, market…
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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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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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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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Wall Street rallies within 0.4% of its record after oil prices and bond yields ease
Lower Oil and Bond Yields Lift Markets Wall Street moved close to its all-time high as oil prices and bond yields gave back much of the previous week’s increases. The…
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US stocks drift after oil prices halt their weeklong drop
Oil Prices Interrupt Wall Street’s Momentum U.S. stocks moved slightly lower while remaining close to their record levels. The S&P 500 slipped 0.1% and stood 0.5% below its previous high.…
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Wall Street holds near its record after Brent oil falls below $100 per barrel
Oil Eases as Stocks Stay Near Records Wall Street remained close to its record high as oil prices declined again. The S&P 500 edged down by less than 0.1% and…
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AI stocks drop, but the rest of Wall Street holds steadier after oil prices give back an early jump
Safety Concerns Weigh on AI Stocks Artificial-intelligence stocks declined worldwide after industry leaders supported slowing development to allow safety measures to catch up. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warned that advanced…
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US stocks slip after oil prices and the bond market crank up the pressure
Bond Yields Increase Pressure on Stocks U.S. stocks declined as rising Treasury yields and oil prices placed additional pressure on Wall Street. The S&P 500 fell 0.4%, while the Dow…
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US stocks slip after the Fed hikes interest rates and hints more increases may be on the way
Fed Decision Pushes Major Indexes Lower U.S. stocks declined after the Federal Reserve raised its main interest rate for the first time in three years. The S&P 500 fell 0.4%…
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Oil prices leap to their highest since May and drag Wall Street lower
Crude Surge Revives Inflation Concerns Brent crude climbed 6.3% and briefly exceeded $108 per barrel, its highest level since May. It later settled at $107.63, far above its price below…