Crypto & macro news — 31 July 2026

Anthropic's Claude AI escapes to hack into three organisations

It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firms' networks.

Anthropic's Claude AI escapes tests to hack 3 organisations

It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firms' networks.

Anthropic's Claude AI escapes tests to hack three organisations

It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firms' networks.

Scoop up more yield amid Fed rate uncertainty with these portfolio tweaks

The prospect of higher-for-longer interest rates is starting to look like more of a sure thing. That means an opportunity is coming in short-term fixed income.

Investors may want to focus on front end of yield curve — as Street anticipates next Fed meetings

Bond market investors may want to focus on the front of the yield curve, according to Allspring Global Investments’ Noah Wise.

Analysis: Markets heard a dovish Kevin Warsh. The Fed chairman's own words suggest a rate hike

Investors saw Warsh’s press conference as dovish, but a closer reading of the Fed chair's prepared remarks suggests he may be close to raising interest rates.

Warsh’s Fed is failing to stick to its own principles for good monetary policy

Bond investors don’t understand how Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s pledge to restore stable prices squares with inaction on interest rates.

As Warsh’s Fed faces pressure to act on inflation, these indicators show it’s at its lowest in years

Trimmed mean measures are painting a different picture than the headline numbers.

Fed dissenters speak: Why they backed higher interest rates

Inflation has topped the Fed’s 2% target for more than five years

Why Fed dissenters say waiting to raise interest rates could make inflation harder to tame

Inflation has topped the Fed’s 2% target for more than five years

Why 3 Fed dissenters say waiting to raise interest rates could make inflation harder to tame

Inflation has topped the Fed’s 2% target for more than five years

Fed officials who voted to hike rates say action is needed now against inflation

BOJ holds rates at 1%, warns of core inflation exceeding 2% target

The decision comes as speculation continues to swirl around whether the Bank of Japan will hike rates at a faster pace.

BOJ holds rates at 1%, warns of underlying inflation exceeding 2% target

The decision comes as speculation continues to swirl around whether the Bank of Japan will hike rates at a faster pace.

The US is asking countries to step up forced labor enforcement. Its own is weakening. - Politico

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Tether Steps Up Gold Buying Again as Prices Drop During Iran War - Bloomberg.com

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Tether Steps Up Gold Buying Again as Prices Drop During Iran War - Bloomberg

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Pentagon Seeks $18.2 Billion in War Funds for Interceptors - Bloomberg

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Pentagon Seeks $18.2 Billion in Iran War Funds for Interceptors - Bloomberg

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Oil prices rise after Iran says it attacked two tankers transiting Strait of Hormuz

Commonwealth Bank of Australia said in a note on Friday that stronger oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz had eased market concerns after U.S.-Iran strikes…

ExxonMobil, Chevron’s combined profits quadrupled in three months as the Iran war raged

Combined profits of ExxonMobil and Chevron for the second quarter soared more than 300% in three months to more than $26 billion.

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Oil prices move higher as recovering Hormuz Strait traffic tempers war premium

Commonwealth Bank of Australia said in a note on Friday that stronger oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz had eased market concerns after U.S.-Iran strikes…

India Offers $9 Billion to Spur Oil Exploration After War Shock - Bloomberg.com

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India Offers $9 Billion to Spur Oil Exploration After War Shock - Bloomberg

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UK petrol prices hit highest level since Iran war began

The price of unleaded hits 160p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.

US Doesn’t Plan to Tap Oil Stockpiles Again as Iran War Escalates - Bloomberg.com

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US Doesn’t Plan to Tap Oil Stockpiles Again as Iran War Escalates - Bloomberg

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Exxon and Chevron profits surge on rising oil prices due to Iran war

ExxonMobil and Chevron on Friday reported second-quarter profits that surged on rising oil prices due to the Iran war.

Chevron Profit Surpasses Forecasts on War-Driven Price Rally - Bloomberg.com

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Chevron Posts Record Profit on Iran War Driven Price Rally - Bloomberg.com

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Chevron Posts Record Profit on Iran War Driven Price Rally - Bloomberg

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Chevron Profit Surpasses Forecasts on War-Driven Price Rally - Bloomberg

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Oi prices choppy as recovering Hormuz Strait traffic tempers war premium

Commonwealth Bank of Australia said in a note on Friday that stronger oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz had eased market concerns after U.S.-Iran strikes…

Iran targets strategic U.S. assets in Kuwait, Bahrain after Egypt drone attack

Iran's army said it launched attacks on strategic U.S. assets and military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.

Drones Are Reshaping the Soundscape of War - Bloomberg.com

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Drones Are Reshaping the Soundscape of War - Bloomberg

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Oil prices ease as recovering Hormuz Strait traffic tempers war premium

Commonwealth Bank of Australia said in a note on Friday that stronger oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz had eased market concerns after U.S.-Iran strikes…

Pentagon Seeks $18.2 Billion in Iran War Funds for Interceptors - Bloomberg.com

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Oil Heads for Monthly Surge of 21% as US-Iran War Strains Supply - Bloomberg

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Fetterman: Trump has ‘zero leverage’ over lame-duck GOP senators - The Hill

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Trump's AI executive order nears key deadline as regulation debate intensifies

OpenAI's Sam Altman and Nvidia's Jensen Huang were among tech leaders in Washington, D.C., ahead of a deadline the White House set in its AI executive order.

Zelenskyy asks Trump to help him get Elon Musk's OK to use Starlink to help with strikes on Russia - AP News

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Zelenskyy asks Trump to help him get Elon Musk's OK to use Starlink to help with strikes on Russia - apnews.com

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Trump administration pushes tougher English rules for Mexican train crews crossing into the US - apnews.com

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Trump appeals order that slammed his IRS lawsuit and referred his lawyer to bar

Trump had sued the IRS for $10 billion over the leak of his tax information by an agency contractor.

Trump appeals ruling finding he colluded with DOJ in $10B IRS suit - thehill.com

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Trump appeals ruling finding he colluded with DOJ in $10B IRS suit - The Hill

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FACT FOCUS: Trump blames Minnesota governor for cyberattacks against the state. Cites no evidence - AP News

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FACT FOCUS: Trump blames Minnesota governor for cyberattacks against the state. Cites no evidence - apnews.com

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Trump says anti-weaponization fund in IRS settlement is ‘dead’ even as he defends it - AP News

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Trump pooh-poohs Iran’s potential role in Minnesota water facility hacks - The Hill

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New disclosures reveal $9M in corporate donations to Trump's Freedom 250 - Politico

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New disclosures reveal $9M in corporate donations to Trump's Freedom 250 - politico.com

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A high-stakes test for Trump’s Gaza ceasefire board as Hamas disarmament looms - apnews.com

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Trump hails a ‘unique’ Cabinet meeting at Camp David as he seizes on Spain’s migration crisis - The Hill

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Trump hails a 'unique' Cabinet meeting at Camp David as he seizes on Spain's migration crisis - apnews.com

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EXCLUSIVE Trump's powerful but unofficial Venezuela adviser leaves his role - reuters.com

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EXCLUSIVE Trump's powerful but unofficial Venezuela adviser leaves his role - Reuters

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Trump administration pushes tougher English rules for Mexican train crews crossing into the US - AP News

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Trump hails Gaza deal, while Hamas and Israeli officials see hurdles - reuters.com

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Trump says 'weaponization' fund is dead despite his wishes as Blanche nomination stalls - Reuters

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Trump says 'weaponization' fund is dead despite his wishes as Blanche nomination stalls - reuters.com

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Trump says Iran not to blame for Minnesota cyberattack - Reuters

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Trump says Iran not to blame for Minnesota cyberattack - reuters.com

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Trump says ICC campaign aimed at defending Netanyahu, not himself - reuters.com

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Trump says ICC campaign aimed at defending Netanyahu, not himself - Reuters

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Trump says US has not agreed to Ukraine building Patriot missiles - Reuters

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Trump says US has not agreed to Ukraine building Patriot missiles - reuters.com

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EXCLUSIVE: Trump's powerful but unofficial Venezuela adviser leaves his role - reuters.com

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Trump hails Gaza deal, while Hamas and Israeli officials see hurdles - Reuters

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Trump: ‘I don’t really blame’ Cornyn for holding up Blanche confirmation - The Hill

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Trump: ‘I don’t really blame’ Cornyn for holding up Blanche confirmation - thehill.com

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Trump says Israel ‘happy’ with Hamas deal, despite ‘skepticism’ - The Hill

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Trump says Israel ‘happy’ with Hamas deal, despite ‘skepticism’ - thehill.com

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Trump says Israel 'very happy' with Gaza disarmament agreement - reuters.com

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Trump says Israel 'very happy' with Gaza disarmament agreement - Reuters

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EXCLUSIVE: Trump's powerful but unofficial Venezuela adviser leaves his role - Reuters

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Trump hails a 'unique' Cabinet meeting at Camp David as he seizes on Spain's migration crisis - AP News

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Trump Casts Doubt on New Iran Negotiations as War Drags On - Bloomberg

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Trump says he never spoke to FIFA leader about sale - Reuters

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Trump says he never spoke to FIFA leader about sale - reuters.com

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Trump says U.S. has 'not agreed to' grant Ukraine Patriot missile licenses

President Donald Trump said the U.S. hasn't agreed to grant Ukraine licenses to produce Patriot missile systems.

Where Trump, Israel and Hamas stand on Gaza roadmap - Reuters

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Where Trump, Israel and Hamas stand on Gaza roadmap - reuters.com

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Trump convenes Cabinet at Camp David amid simmering Iran war - reuters.com

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Trump hails 'unique' Cabinet meeting at Camp David, a retreat with a history of high-stakes talks - AP News

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Republican Indiana Senate leader who defied Trump on redistricting leaving post - AP News

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Trump says Iran not to blame for Minnesota cyber attack - reuters.com

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Trump says Iran not to blame for Minnesota cyber attack - Reuters

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Trump Board of Peace outlines Gaza peace plan implementation steps - The Hill

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Trump Board of Peace outlines Gaza peace plan implementation steps - thehill.com

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Trump holds Cabinet meeting at Camp David, a secluded retreat with a history of high-stakes talks - AP News

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Tariff provisions could doom long-awaited Russia sanctions bill - reuters.com

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Trump takes his Cabinet to Camp David, a secluded retreat with a history of high-stakes talks - The Hill

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Eric Trump-backed defense technology company Space-Eyes to go public in $638 million SPAC deal, sources say - reuters.com

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A high-stakes test for Trump’s Gaza ceasefire board as Hamas disarmament looms - AP News

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Trump, Miller seize on migrant crisis in Spain as midterm warning - The Hill

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Trump, Miller use migrant crisis in Spain as midterm warning - The Hill

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Trump, Miller use migrant crisis in Spain as midterm warning - thehill.com

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Trump hit countries with tariffs over forced labor, while slowing enforcement of its own ban - Politico

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Trump hit countries with tariffs over forced labor, while slowing enforcement of its own ban - politico.com

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Trump approval at lowest point of second term: Nate Silver - The Hill

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Trump approval at lowest point of second term: Nate Silver - thehill.com

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Democrats demand information on Trump and Lutnick families' ties to critical mineral deals

The senators asked the Departments of Commerce, Defense, Energy, Interior and the Export-Import Bank to preserve all records related to those deals.

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Trump defends 'anti-weaponization' fund as Blanche nomination stalls - Reuters

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Trump, Republicans face midterms danger as Texas alarms grow - The Hill

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Trump, Republicans face midterms danger as Texas alarms grow - thehill.com

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Trump takes his Cabinet to Camp David, a secluded retreat with a history of high-stakes talks - AP News

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Blanche confirmation vote scheduled for Tuesday after Trump says 'weaponization' fund is dead - Reuters

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Blanche confirmation vote scheduled for Tuesday after Trump says 'weaponization' fund is dead - reuters.com

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Trump: Cornyn didn’t object to ‘anti-weaponization’ fund before challenger endorsement - The Hill

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Trump: Cornyn didn’t object to ‘anti-weaponization’ fund before challenger endorsement - thehill.com

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Beyond Trump Account S&P 500 fund: How to increase odds of lifetime financial security for children

Trump Accounts are a good start to set children on the path to financial success, but there are additional investment moves that can make a big difference.

Whole Hog Politics: Does Trump not know or not care how bad things are for the GOP? - The Hill

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Whole Hog Politics: Does Trump not know or not care how bad things are for the GOP? - thehill.com

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Senate Republican warns Trump against delaying Blanche nomination: ‘This place could be very different’ - The Hill

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Senate Republican warns Trump against delaying Blanche nomination: ‘This place could be very different’ - thehill.com

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Eric Trump-backed defense technology company Space-Eyes to go public in $638 million SPAC deal, sources say - Reuters

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Trump, fighting the Senate and Iran, takes team to Camp David - The Hill

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Trump, fighting the Senate and Iran, takes team to Camp David - thehill.com

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Hamas says Trump's Gaza 'disarmament' claim depends on Israel honoring commitments

Hamas says it will only disarm after Israel meets previous ceasefire commitments, despite President Donald Trump's announcement of a breakthrough U.S.-brokered…

Trump administration ends Medicare drug subsidy, Trump announces deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, border crisis - AP News

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Israel must approve Trump agreement before Hamas will implement, says Hamas official - Reuters

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Tariff provisions could doom long-awaited Russia sanctions bill - Reuters

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Trump convenes Cabinet at Camp David amid simmering Iran war - Reuters

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Trump faces threat of widening regional war with Iran - The Hill

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Trump faces threat of widening regional war with Iran - thehill.com

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Trump hands Xavier Becerra a climate dilemma - Politico

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Trump hands Xavier Becerra a climate dilemma - politico.com

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Illicit Iranian gambling network helped pull off a $4 billion sanctions dodge - Reuters

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Illicit Iranian gambling network helped pull off a $4 billion sanctions dodge - reuters.com

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Trump announces a deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, but many hurdles and uncertainty remain - apnews.com

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Trump is taking his Friday Cabinet meeting on the road to Camp David - AP News

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What is US President Donald Trump's 'Board of Peace'? - Reuters

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What is US President Donald Trump's 'Board of Peace'? - reuters.com

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Trump announces a deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza, but many hurdles and uncertainty remain - AP News

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EXCLUSIVE: Bessent's 'to do' list: buy $5-10 billion worth of Japanese yen, Reuters photo shows - Reuters

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EXCLUSIVE: Bessent's 'to do' list: buy $5-10 billion worth of Japanese yen, Reuters photo shows - reuters.com

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Justice Department drops criminal case against ex-Olympian charged with damaging Reflecting Pool - AP News

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Justice Department moves to drop case against ex-Olympian charged with damaging Reflecting Pool - AP News

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July ends on a hopeful note for stocks after momentum trade sees biggest wipeout since 2000

Investors are seeing more signs that the bottom is near, if not already in.

Pirro moves to drop case against Olympian, says Reflecting Pool damage caused by 'flawed installation'

US Justice Department says 'flawed' work led to Reflecting Pool peeling - Reuters

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US Justice Department says 'flawed' work led to Reflecting Pool peeling - reuters.com

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Situational Awareness vs. Long-Term Capital Management: A side-by-side comparison

There are more similarities between the two hedge-fund blowups than one might expect.

Snapchat joins other popular platforms in fight against 'AI slop'

Snapchat, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Substack are trying to combat the proliferation of fake AI content.

The S&P 500 is making a change by adding this little-known industrial stock

Ferguson Enterprises’ stock was rallying more than 8% after news the Newport News, Va., company will be joining the S&P 500 index, edging out better-known…

Health savings accounts can be a great retirement tool – if you’re healthy or wealthy

HSAs can offset healthcare costs in your old age. But most people can’t afford to wait.

S&P 500 ends with its first July decline since 2014. Here are the stocks that led the selloff.

After a whipsaw end to the month, the stock market’s decline was highlighted by the worst month for chip stocks in 24 years.

Did China build a top-tier AI model by itself? A new report suggests Nvidia chips played a role.

Alibaba has an agreement for Moonshot to use its Nvidia H200s, according to Bloomberg — but the Chinese tech giant pushed back against the report.

Job seekers can now spend thousands on AI certificates. Is it worth it?

Job hunters are pursuing AI certifications, badges and other credentials in hopes of standing out — and maybe getting paid more

Alphabet, Amazon and Microsoft added nearly $1.5 trillion in combined value this week

Amazon, Microsoft and Google added hundreds of billions of dollars to their market caps, while Apple and Meta saw their market valuations fall.

Bitcoin Slides Below $63,000 in Week of Volatile Risk Appetite - Bloomberg

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S&P 500 closes higher Friday as Amazon surges; Dow posts fourth straight winning month: Live updates

Stocks resumed their rally on Friday.

Dow jumps more than 300 points propelled by Amazon as July trading winds down: Live updates

Stocks resumed their rally on Friday.

Supply-chain legend Tim Cook finally meets his match with Apple’s memory crunch

Apple has found itself dealing with component shortages exacerbated by the AI boom, and the company is scrambling for solutions.

August kicks off next week with jobs report, earnings as momentum recovers. Here's what's ahead

This week's stock recovery implies that there's some near-term upside for momentum but there are challenges ahead.

S&P 500 rises as Amazon surges, but broad market index heads for losing July: Live updates

Stocks resumed their rally on Friday.

AI stocks may have bottomed out. What investors should watch for next.

Microsoft earnings provided optimism for the AI trade, as did the trading activity surrounding a hedge fund’s fire sale.

Fintech broker Clear Street offers investors pre-IPO access to $188 billion AI giant Databricks

Fintech brokerage Clear Street is launching a private markets platform, beginning with Databricks stakes, to give investors more access to late-stage startups.

AI firms must answer for rogue bots, says boss of hacked company

Clement Delangue said he didn't want cyber attacks on other companies to become "normalised".

The S&P 500 is stuck at a key battleground level. This obscure index could determine the market’s next move

Options traders and market makers in Chicago were quick to buy dips below 7,500 in the benchmark index Friday, but almost as quick to sell rallies above that…

Regulators propose overhaul to law governing how banks lend to low-and-middle income communities - AP News

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‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ sets domestic box office preview record with $72 million

Sony and Marvel's "Spider-Man: Brave New Day" is expected to haul in around $270 million domestically over its debut weekend.

A discarded SpaceX rocket is on a high-speed collision course with the moon

The rocket will unintentionally hit the moon on Wednesday, carving out a crater and sending up a plume of dust that scientists are eager to observe.

Analysts see Coinbase miss driven by crypto market weakness, not business fundamentals

Coinbase shares tumbled to end the week as investors weighed a disappointing quarterly loss for the company, as it fought another tough market environment.

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Here’s how Big Oil cashed in on the historic supply crunch

ExxonMobil’s profit more than doubled in the latest quarter, but that was not enough. Chevron’s better print boosted the company’s stock.

Camp David, the president’s rustic Maryland mountain retreat, through the years - AP News

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Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Apple, Amazon, Reddit, GoDaddy, IES Holdings & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves midday.

Hamas says it will disarm if Israel halts strikes and withdraws from Gaza, but obstacles remain - AP News

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S&P 500 heads for the first July decline since 2014. Here are the stocks that led the selloff.

After a whipsaw end to the month, the stock market’s decline was highlighted by the worst month for chip stocks in 24 years.

Let’s elect candidates who will make the wealthy pay taxes

We can use some of those revenues to make Social Security contributions more equitable.

GM to launch proprietary in-vehicle AI system later this year

General Motors plans to launch a proprietary in-vehicle artificial intelligence system that's better tailored for its customers later this year.

FIFA tests the limits of private equity in sports with World Cup subsidiary sale

UEFA and Concacaf's rejection of FIFA's plan to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup's commercial operations highlights uneasiness with private equity in sports.

Why Situational Awareness hedge fund imploded, even in a tame stock market

Leopold Aschenbrenner's $45 billion hedge fund was forced to slash public stock positions after a historic momentum reversal triggered margin calls.

These are the cheapest S&P 500 stocks with most upside as August approaches

CNBC Pro screened for stocks that are inexpensive and are expected to move higher.

Commerce Department quietly announces 7 new equity stakes in private companies - The Hill

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Micron’s stock falls after Apple’s Tim Cook expresses a desire for more memory suppliers

Apple and Amazon are both being hurt by higher memory prices.

My boss and I work in different cities and she never responds to my messages. What do I do?

“Most of the time it feels like I’m just talking into the ether.”

450,000 defrauded student loan borrowers are eligible for debt forgiveness — here's who qualifies

Hundreds of thousands of student loan borrowers are eligible for debt cancellation under a $23 billion class-action settlement against the federal government.

Microsoft shares are surging. Here’s how to still make money, says Mike Khouw

Following Microsoft's (MSFT) Q4 earnings and record-setting appreciation, the immediate binary event risk is officially behind us.

HSAs can be a great retirement tool – if you’re healthy or wealthy

Health savings accounts can offset healthcare costs in your old age. But most people can’t afford to wait.

Budget to be held in October, Healey announces

The new chancellor pledged to move money and power out of Westminster, and into every postcode around Britain.

Stocks whipsaw as bond yields jump, Apple shares tumble: Live updates

Stocks resumed their rally on Friday.

I’m 75 and afraid to let my retirement fund dip below $1 million. Am I being too conservative?

Spending down assets can be unsettling after a lifetime of saving.

6 crucial money lessons Gen Z isn’t getting from their parents

Your parents may have shared advice that was fine when they were 30, but “the world has changed significantly” since then.

A spot is opening up in the S&P 500, and these stocks are top candidates to fill the void

Videogame publisher EA is set to be taken private, opening the door for a new company to join the benchmark index.

How Leopold Aschenbrenner built a $45 billion AI hedge fund — and lost most of it in days

Leopold Aschenbrenner, a former OpenAI researcher-turned-hedge fund manager, saw a dramatic decline this week in his AI-focused fund, Situational Awareness.

U.S. lawmakers request information from DoorDash on use of Chinese AI models

The food delivery company is the latest to be asked to share details of AI use by a House Committee joint investigation.

Healey announces his first Budget will be on 28 October

The new chancellor pledged to move money and power out of Westminster, and into every postcode around Britain.

Amazon is surging after earnings. How to trade the hyperscaler for more upside while defining risk

Jeff Kilburg breaks down how he's trading AMZN.

Amazon’s stock rides booming cloud growth toward best day in 11 years

AWS “finally saw the long-awaited growth inflection,” an analyst noted.

My ex-husband’s sister died — so why is Fidelity asking me for her death certificate?

“Part of me jokes that paying for a death certificate would be like buying a lottery ticket.”

Here’s what’s worth streaming in August 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more

Turn off your brain and enjoy new seasons of Apple’s ‘Ted Lasso,’ Amazon’s ‘Reacher,’ Netflix’s ‘Outer Banks’ and much more

Novo Nordisk’s stock slumps after failed trial — adding to the company’s woes

The Danish healthcare company’s stock slumped on Friday after it announced the Phase 3 trial failure.

Apple heads for $460 billion wipeout with its stock seeing worst post-earnings drop in 13 years

Investors are reacting negatively to weak guidance brought on by supply-chain pressures.

Is spending thousands of dollars on an AI certification worth it? Here’s how to decide.

Job seekers are pursuing AI certifications in the hopes of standing out — and maybe getting paid more.

Hamas says it’s reached an agreement to disarm - thehill.com

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GM to launch its own in-vehicle AI system later this year

General Motors plans to launch a proprietary in-vehicle artificial intelligence system that's better tailored for its customers later this year.

Leonardo expects more deals as Europe ramps up defense spending

Leonardo is eyeing further M&A as it races to expand capabilities and meet surging defense demand after raising its 2026 outlook.

Momentum stocks score one of their best days in history after the 'Leopold liquidation'

Talk about a snap-back move.

GM to launch new in-vehicle AI system later this year

General Motors plans to launch a proprietary in-vehicle artificial intelligence system that's better tailored for its customers later this year.

Dwindling cash and soaring memory costs: Tech's AI buildout has ballooning price tag

Amazon, Alphabet and Tesla all reported negative cash flow in the latest quarter, while Meta's cash generation plummeted by 91%.

Novo Nordisk shares dive after heart medicine fails trial, dealing another blow to its pipeline

The experimental medicine ziltivekimab didn't translate into a statistically meaningful reduction in major cardiovascular adverse events, Novo said Friday.

Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday

Nasdaq futures are up, driven by an excellent quarter for Amazon.

The Big Mac Index turns 40. Here’s why it’s still relevant.

Broadly speaking, burgers are cheaper in Asia, where the U.S. president has accused several countries of currency manipulation.

Novo Nordisk shares dive after heart medicine fails trial, dealing another blow toits pipeline

The experimental medicine ziltivekimab didn't translate into a statistically meaningful reduction in major cardiovascular adverse events, Novo said Friday.

New York sues Kalshi, says prediction market is running 'illegal gambling operation'

It comes after a federal judge earlier this month denied Kalshi's attempts to intervene against the state's Gaming Commission.

The Big Mac Index turns 40, and here’s the beef: It’s still relevant

Broadly speaking, burgers are cheaper in Asia, where the U.S. president has accused several countries of currency manipulation.

Here are Friday's biggest analyst calls: Nvidia, SpaceX, Apple, Amazon, Coinbase, Reddit, Arm, Roblox & more

Here are the biggest calls on Wall Street on Friday.

‘It’s like buying a lottery ticket’: Fidelity asked for my former sister-in-law’s death certificate. Does this mean I’m due a windfall?

“You never know, maybe I’ll win.”

Fidelity requested my former sister-in-law’s death certificate. Am I due a surprise inheritance?

“Part of me jokes that paying for a death certificate would be like buying a lottery ticket.”

'I don't want to die': Passenger describes terror on British Airways mayday flight

Edward Killiwick was on the flight that issued a distress call, before it landed safely at Heathrow earlier this month.

Passenger on British Airways mayday flight describes fear and shout of 'I don't want to die'

Edward Killiwick was on the flight that issued a distress call, before it landed safely at Heathrow earlier this month.

The Big Mac Index turns 40, and here’s the beef: It’s still relevant.

Broadly speaking, burgers are cheaper in Asia, a part of the world where the U.S. president has accused several countries of currency manipulation.

EV prices aren't following the 'law of used cars,' analyst says — what it means for buyers and sellers

The prices for used electric vehicles have risen this year, which is unusual, experts said. Affordability and high gas prices help explain why, they said.

The Big Mac Index turns forty, and here’s the beef: It’s still relevant.

Broadly speaking, burgers are cheaper in Asia, a part of the world where the U.S. president has accused several countries of currency manipulation.

Apple earnings leave Wall Street analysts divided as company faces a series of headwinds

Analysts balanced the good news about demand for the company's products with worries over its ability to weather supply constraints and memory prices.

Novo Nordisk shares dive after heart medicine fails trial

The experimental medicine ziltivekimab didn't translate into a statistically meaningful reduction in major cardiovascular adverse events, Novo said Friday.

Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Replimune, Chevron, Apple, Amazon, Moderna & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves premarket.

Novo Nordisk shares dive 9% after heart medicine fails trial

More consumer companies are staying private for longer, avoiding the IPO road

With the rise of secondary markets and a stronger liquidity environment, more companies are choosing to stay private for longer, according to experts.

AWS’ outperformance gives Wall Street analysts confidence in Amazon’s AI strategy

Analysts on Wall Street generally reiterated their "buy" ratings on the stock and raised price targets after its earnings report on Thursday.

The Tech Download: Anduril CEO Brian Schimpf talks AI in warfare and manufacturing push

CNBC's Arjun Kharpal sits down on The Tech Download podcast with the defense company chief.

New Medicaid work rules could cause patients to lose coverage, rare disease advocates warn

New Medicaid work requirements could put rare disease patients’ coverage at risk. NORD CEO Pamela Gavin explains how families can prepare.

Why fresh volatility means a ‘valuation opportunity’ is opening up in U.S. stocks

It’s normal for equities to have a tough time around Federal reserve transitions, says RBC’s Calvasina

I’m 75 and afraid to let my retirement fund dip below $1 million. Am I being too aggressive?

Spending down assets can be unsettling after a lifetime of saving.

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Pulte lingers as intel chief while senators say it’s time for ‘the temp’ to move on - The Hill

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South Korea’s chip giants just logged their biggest rally ever. What it means for the global AI trade.

The Kospi saw its best-ever day on Friday, as the index came roaring back thanks to historical jumps in its big tech names.

If Social Security’s funding crisis is the elephant in the room, this is the mouse everyone has overlooked. You have been warned.

“Delaying Social Security until 70 results in an increased monthly payment — and that comes with proportionally higher cost-of-living adjustments.”

Nasdaq futures rise as tech stocks lead sharp Wall Street rebound: Live updates

The after-hours moves followed a powerful rally during Thursday's regular session, led by Microsoft.

Diane Keaton’s stunning $23 million dream home in L.A. finally finds a buyer

The Los Angeles home that Diane Keaton spent years carefully transforming has come under offer—nine months after the beloved “Annie Hall” star died.

Apple drops 7%, Amazon surges 12% as investors pick AI winners after earnings

Shares of Amazon jumped sharply in premarket trading on Friday while Apple dropped as investors digest earnings.

BP puts North Sea business up for sale

The decision follows a review of BP's operations and is set to end 60 years of production in the region by the oil giant.

SK Hynix, Samsung shares skyrocket to clock best days as AI rally roars back

South Korea's chip heavyweights SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics soared more than 20% on Friday, tracking a sharp rally in U.S. technology stocks.

A portfolio manager says investors are looking overseas as Magnificent Seven worries grow. Here are the stocks and sectors he favors

Janus Henderson’s Julian McManus says investors are looking overseas as Magnificent Seven concentration worries revive diversification.

Deadly storms and a global supply squeeze are sending copper prices soaring

Deadly storms in Chile have disrupted mining operations, further straining supply and potentially driving prices higher, strategists say.

Sainsbury's agrees to sell Argos for £120m

Under the terms of the deal, Argos will still operate in Sainsbury's shops, sell Habitat products, and offer Nectar points.

Sainsbury's to sell Argos for £120m

Under the terms of the deal, Argos will still operate in Sainsbury's shops, sell Habitat products, and offer Nectar points.

Fast-fashion retailer Shein’s 3-year IPO odyssey may have cost it the ‘golden time’ to go public

Investors are questioning whether Beijing's blessing can carry a $40-billion-plus valuation for a clothing retailer whose growth engine is stalling.

South Korean shares soar after chip stock rout

It comes after a three-day rout that wiped hundreds of billions of dollars off the value of the country's stock market.

South Korean shares surge after chip stock rout

It comes after a three-day rout that wiped hundreds of billions of dollars off the value of the country's stock market.

Copper may hit new high as AI demand collides with deadly storms, strategists say

Deadly storms in Chile have disrupted mining operations, further straining supply and potentially driving prices higher, strategists say.

China's factory activity unexpectedly contracts in July on demand slump, typhoons

powered a second-quarter rebound began to unwind.

South Korea's 'bipolar' stock market: meltdowns, a record rally and what's to come

South Korea's stock market staged its sharpest reversal on record on Friday, capping a month of wild swings.

CXMT's blockbuster debut in Shanghai sets stage for next test against global memory giants

China's factory activity unexpectedly contracts in July as export rush fades

that powered a second-quarter rebound began to unwind.

China's factory activity unexpectedly contracts in July, ending 4-month expansion streak

The official manufacturing purchasing managers' index fell to 49.2 in July from 50.3 in June, National Bureau of Statistics data showed Friday.

Three things we learned about AI from Big Tech earnings

Billions of dollars are being poured into a new wave of AI technology. But will it pay off?

Amazon and Apple just told us more about their AI plans - here are 3 things we learned

Billions of dollars are being poured into a new wave of AI technology. But will it pay off?

Amazon and Apple just told us more about their AI plans - here are three things we learned

Billions of dollars are being poured into a new wave of AI technology. But will it pay off?

Anthropic says Claude AI hacked three firms during cyber tests

It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firms' networks.

Anthropic says Claude AI hacked three organisations during cyber tests

It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firms' networks.

Anthropic says AI models hacked three firms during cyber tests

It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firms' networks.

SK Hynix shares surge 25%, while Samsung soars over 20% as AI rally roars back

South Korea's chip heavyweights SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics soared more than 20% on Friday, tracking a sharp rally in U.S. technology stocks.

Nasdaq futures rise as Wall Street rebounds; Kospi soars 13%, triggers trading curbs: Live updates

The after-hours moves followed a powerful rally during Thursday's regular session, led by Microsoft.

Apple earnings takeaways: Weak forecast, supply concerns overshadow sales beat in Cook's last report as CEO

Apple reported third-quarter earnings on Thursday after the closing bell, and Tim Cook addressed investors for the last time as CEO.

Corporate insiders are sending warning signals about the stock market

Corporate insiders haven’t been this bearish in more than 20 years.

Nasdaq futures rise after Wall Street rebound; Kospi soars 13%, triggers trading curbs: Live updates

The after-hours moves followed a powerful rally during Thursday's regular session, led by Microsoft.

Tim Cook sees Apple's hybrid AI strategy as a 'competitive weapon'

Ahead of the launch of Siri AI, Apple's outgoing CEO Tim Cook said the company will charge for artificial intelligence through iCloud.

Anthropic says AI models hacked three firms during tests

It comes just days after rival OpenAI said rogue AI agents had breached other firm's networks.