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Fed’s Waller Signals Possible Interest Rate Cut as Soon as July Amid Labor Market Concerns

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David Goldfarb

Economy

Switzerland Moves to Zero Interest Rates as Deflation Pressures Mount

Personal Finance

Senate and House GOP Proposals Could Reshape Child Tax Credit: Who Wins and Who’s Left Out?

Trade & Tariffs

The UK’s Secret Formula: How Britain Became Trump’s Favorite Trade Ally

Personal Finance

Despite Fed Pause, Credit Card Interest Rates Keep Climbing — Here’s What’s Driving the Surge

Even as the Federal Reserve holds steady, millions of Americans are facing record-high credit card APRs. Experts explain why rates keep rising, who’s most affected, and how consumers can fight back.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Senate and House GOP Proposals Could Reshape Child Tax Credit: Who Wins and Who’s Left Out?

Competing spending bills propose increases to the child tax credit, but experts warn millions of low-income families may still see little to no benefit

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Homebuyers Retreat as Mortgage Demand Falls Despite Lowest Rates Since April

Mortgage rates drop to 6.84%, but weak consumer sentiment and economic uncertainty keep both purchase and refinance applications sliding

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Economy

Japan’s Rice Prices Soar Over 100% in May as Core Inflation Hits Highest Level Since Early 2023

Surging rice costs fuel Japan’s persistent inflation, challenging the Bank of Japan’s monetary policy as consumer prices remain elevated for the 38th consecutive month.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

China Holds Lending Rates Steady as U.S. Trade Truce Eases Economic Pressures

The People’s Bank of China maintains its key loan prime rates following last month’s rate cut, while policymakers signal cautious optimism amid improving trade relations with Washington.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Fed’s Waller Signals Possible Interest Rate Cut as Soon as July Amid Labor Market Concerns

Despite caution from most policymakers, Fed Governor Christopher Waller suggests the central bank should consider lowering rates next month to preempt potential job market weakness.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Investing

JPMorgan Chase Expands Mobile App with Bond Trading Tools as It Eyes $1 Trillion in Managed Assets

The U.S. banking giant introduces new fixed-income features to attract active investors and challenge online brokerage leaders in the trillion-dollar wealth management race.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Spotify’s Daniel Ek Leads $694 Million Funding Surge Into AI Defense Startup Helsing

With rising global conflicts fueling demand for military tech, Helsing secures one of Europe’s largest defense sector investments to date.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Spotify Founder Daniel Ek Leads Nearly $700 Million Investment in European Defense AI Startup Helsing

Amid escalating global conflicts and soaring defense tech demand, Helsing secures one of Europe’s largest defense funding rounds, led by Daniel Ek’s venture firm Prima Materia.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Lastest articles

Apollo Commits £4.5 Billion to UK’s Hinkley Point C Nuclear Plant in Landmark Private Credit Deal

The U.S. asset management giant’s investment signals growing private credit interest in Europe’s massive infrastructure sector as EDF faces mounting nuclear project costs.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Japan’s Rice Prices Soar Over 100% in May as Core Inflation Hits Highest Level Since Early 2023

Surging rice costs fuel Japan’s persistent inflation, challenging the Bank of Japan’s monetary policy as consumer prices remain elevated for the 38th consecutive month.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

China Holds Lending Rates Steady as U.S. Trade Truce Eases Economic Pressures

The People’s Bank of China maintains its key loan prime rates following last month’s rate cut, while policymakers signal cautious optimism amid improving trade relations with Washington.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Fed’s Waller Signals Possible Interest Rate Cut as Soon as July Amid Labor Market Concerns

Despite caution from most policymakers, Fed Governor Christopher Waller suggests the central bank should consider lowering rates next month to preempt potential job market weakness.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Pop Mart Shares Sink as Chinese Regulators Target Blind Box Craze; Morgan Stanley Pulls Back

Pop Mart's explosive growth faces new headwinds as state media urges stricter oversight, copycats flood the market, and major investors like Morgan Stanley scale back enthusiasm.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Golden Dome Gains Momentum as Iron Dome’s Success Reinforces U.S. Missile Defense Ambitions

With escalating global tensions and the proven performance of Israel’s Iron Dome, the U.S. Golden Dome missile defense project accelerates, drawing heavy industry interest amid rising geopolitical stakes.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

French-Backed Capital Boost Sends Starlink Competitor Eutelsat Soaring 22%

With fresh government support and a major military deal, Europe’s Eutelsat strengthens its position in the growing Low Earth Orbit satellite race.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Japan’s Rare Earth Strategy Offers a Blueprint for the West as China Tightens Its Grip

Long before China’s latest export restrictions, Japan quietly built a more resilient supply chain for critical minerals. Can Western nations follow its lead?

Contributor:

Junia Wells

China’s Consumption Engine Shows Signs of Life as 618 Shopping Festival Sees Double-Digit Growth

Despite lingering economic headwinds, China’s massive mid-year shopping festival posts robust sales growth, fueled by subsidies, AI-powered marketing, and demand from lower-tier cities.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Despite Fed Pause, Credit Card Interest Rates Keep Climbing — Here’s What’s Driving the Surge

Even as the Federal Reserve holds steady, millions of Americans are facing record-high credit card APRs. Experts explain why rates keep rising, who’s most affected, and how consumers can fight back.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Nike Delays Launch of NikeSKIMS Collaboration with Kim Kardashian Due to Production Setbacks

The highly anticipated activewear partnership now faces an indefinite delay as Nike seeks to ensure product quality amid internal production challenges.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Los Angeles Lakers Majority Stake Sold in Landmark $10 Billion Deal

Business titan Mark Walter takes control of the iconic NBA franchise as the Buss family retains a minority stake, marking the most valuable team sale in league history.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Middle East Shipping Insurance Costs Soar Amid Escalating Israel-Iran Conflict

Rising war risk premiums in the Red Sea and Persian Gulf add pressure on global shipping routes, oil markets, and supply chains as regional tensions intensify.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

World on Edge as Iran-Israel Conflict Threatens Global Stability

Growing military escalations raise fears of wider war, nuclear risks, and deepening global economic uncertainty as world leaders struggle to de-escalate.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Switzerland Moves to Zero Interest Rates as Deflation Pressures Mount

Swiss National Bank’s latest rate cut sparks debate over possible return to negative rates amid persistent currency strength and global uncertainty.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

AI Avatars Overtake Human Livestreamers as Baidu-Backed Duo Pulls in Over $7 Million in 7 Hours

Breakthrough AI-powered livestream generates record sales in China, signaling a major shift for the global e-commerce and influencer industries.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Google Faces Likely Defeat in Appeal Over Record $4.7 Billion EU Antitrust Fine

EU advocate general advises top court to uphold massive Android ruling, dealing major blow to Google’s long-running legal battle over mobile market dominance.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Global Investment Plunges to Financial Crisis Levels, UN Warns in Stark Economic Outlook

UNCTAD’s World Investment Report reveals steep declines in foreign direct investment, mergers and sustainable development financing as trade tensions and policy risks escalate.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

SpaceX Starship Explodes During Test in Texas, Casting New Doubts on Elon Musk’s Moon and Mars Timelines

Despite repeated failures, SpaceX’s Starship remains central to NASA’s Moon missions and Musk’s ambitious plans for interplanetary colonization.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Bank of England Holds Interest Rates Steady as Global Risks Cloud Path Toward Possible Summer Cut

With inflation still above target and global uncertainties mounting, the Bank of England signals caution but leaves the door open for a rate cut later this year.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Samsung Races to Slim Down Foldable Phones as Chinese Brands Lead and Apple Prepares Entry

As Chinese competitors redefine thinness in foldable smartphones, Samsung gears up for its sleekest Galaxy Fold yet while Apple eyes the emerging market.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

U.S. Steel Delisted from NYSE as Japan’s Nippon Steel Finalizes Landmark Acquisition

Once a symbol of American industrial might, U.S. Steel is now fully owned by Nippon Steel North America after a multi-billion dollar takeover, raising questions about the future of U.S. manufacturing leadership

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Tariff Engineering Resurges as Companies Get Creative to Slash Soaring Import Duties

From lapel pins to SUVs, global manufacturers are redesigning products to fit favorable tariff codes, leveraging century-old legal loopholes to navigate mounting U.S. trade barriers

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Sam Altman Reveals Meta’s $100 Million Poaching Attempts as Zuckerberg Escalates AI Talent War

Meta aggressively targets OpenAI’s top researchers with massive signing bonuses and billion-dollar acquisitions as the race for AI dominance intensifies

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Nintendo’s Switch 2 Drives Explosive Stock Surge, Adding $39 Billion to Market Value

With massive early sales and investor enthusiasm, Nintendo’s new console fuels a record-breaking rally, lifting shares 46% in 2025 alone

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Senate and House GOP Proposals Could Reshape Child Tax Credit: Who Wins and Who’s Left Out?

Competing spending bills propose increases to the child tax credit, but experts warn millions of low-income families may still see little to no benefit

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Homebuyers Retreat as Mortgage Demand Falls Despite Lowest Rates Since April

Mortgage rates drop to 6.84%, but weak consumer sentiment and economic uncertainty keep both purchase and refinance applications sliding

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

US-EU Trade Talks on the Brink as Key Disputes Threaten Deal Before Tariffs Return

With a $1.93 trillion partnership hanging in the balance, unresolved conflicts over tech regulation, taxation and negotiation philosophy stall critical trade agreement

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Klarna CEO Sets Bold Vision to Transform Company Into AI-Powered Financial Super App

Sebastian Siemiatkowski eyes massive AI-driven expansion beyond ‘buy now, pay later’ to build a one-stop financial ecosystem

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Iran Warns U.S. of Catastrophic Consequences as Middle East Conflict Threatens to Widen

Ayatollah Khamenei vows "irreparable damage" if U.S. intervenes militarily, as tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, rattling global markets

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Oil Prices Surge as Trump Considers Military Strike Against Iran Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

Crude oil markets hover near five-month highs following threats of U.S. military intervention after Israel escalates attacks on Iranian nuclear sites

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

Senate Proposes Major Tax Cuts Extension: Most Americans Set to Benefit as TCJA Becomes Permanent

New Senate plan aims to lock in 2017 Trump-era tax cuts while introducing additional breaks for families and workers, as deadline for final budget deal nears

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

GM Unleashes the 2026 Corvette ZR1X: America’s Fastest Corvette Ever with Sub-2 Second 0-60 Acceleration

Blending twin-turbo V8 muscle with electric power, GM’s new Corvette ZR1X redefines hypercar performance with 1,250 combined horsepower and a 233 mph top speed.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Kraft Heinz Commits to Eliminating Artificial Dyes from U.S. Products by 2027 Amid Growing Health Concerns

Under pressure from regulators and shifting consumer preferences, Kraft Heinz will phase out FD&C synthetic colors from major brands like Kool-Aid, Jell-O, and Crystal Light.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

Chinese Herbal Medicine Company Regencell Skyrockets to $30 Billion Valuation Amid Speculative Frenzy

With no revenue and limited clinical data, Hong Kong-based Regencell Bioscience becomes the latest market sensation following an astonishing 46,000% surge in 2025.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

Oil Industry Leaders Warn of Global Energy Risks as Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates

Top oil CEOs express growing concern over potential supply disruptions and market instability as Middle East tensions intensify.

Contributor:

Leah Rosenfeld

Spotify’s Daniel Ek Leads $694 Million Funding Surge Into AI Defense Startup Helsing

With rising global conflicts fueling demand for military tech, Helsing secures one of Europe’s largest defense sector investments to date.

Contributor:

Junia Wells

U.S. Retail Sales Drop 0.9% in May, Signaling Consumer Spending Slowdown Amid Economic Uncertainty

Despite rising consumer sentiment, declining auto, gas, and building materials sales drive a larger-than-expected decline in retail spending.

Contributor:

David Goldfarb

JPMorgan Chase Revamps Sapphire Reserve Card With Richer Perks and a Hefty $795 Annual Fee

With enhanced travel, dining and luxury benefits, JPMorgan bets its premium credit card can still attract high-spending consumers despite a 45% fee hike.

Contributor:

Calder Monroe

Yum! Brands Appoints CFO Chris Turner as New CEO to Lead Next Phase of Global Growth

With strong experience at PepsiCo and McKinsey, Turner will take the helm as Yum expands digital operations, value offerings, and its massive global franchise network.

Contributor:

Rachel Steinberg

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