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How the attack on Iran could impact the global oil market and economy
Finance & Markets

How the attack on Iran could impact the global oil market and economy

A joint U.S. and Israeli attack on Iran could trigger a major oil supply disruption via the Strait of Hormuz, potentially spiking prices above $100 per barrel and causing a global recession. While the

CNBC · 1h ago
AI just leveled up and there are no guardrails anymore
Finance & Markets

AI just leveled up and there are no guardrails anymore

AI's rapid advancement into 'agentic systems' is triggering market upheaval and ethical concerns, as evidenced by a sell-off in key sectors and Anthropic's abandonment of its safety pledge amid compet

CNBC · 4h ago
Stock Market Week: Reaction To Iran, Berkshire Earnings, Apple Event
Finance & Markets

Stock Market Week: Reaction To Iran, Berkshire Earnings, Apple Event

The stock market is bracing for volatility amid escalating geopolitical tensions following U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, with Trump calling for regime change, signaling a potentially prolonged conflict

Yahoo Finance · recently
The U.S. and Israel attack Iran. Bitcoin and oil offer a glimpse at how markets could react.
Finance & Markets

The U.S. and Israel attack Iran. Bitcoin and oil offer a glimpse at how markets could react.

A joint U.S.-Israeli military action against Iran sent shockwaves through global markets, triggering a Bitcoin sell-off and raising concerns about broader economic instability. Investors are now braci

MarketWatch · 2h ago
U.S. strikes on Iran will likely boost defense stocks. Here’s what will keep the cash flowing even after the conflict ends.
Finance & Markets

U.S. strikes on Iran will likely boost defense stocks. Here’s what will keep the cash flowing even after the conflict ends.

Anticipation of U.S. strikes on Iran, coupled with Israeli strikes on Lebanon, is expected to boost defense stocks, while a substantial backlog of maintenance and software contracts promises sustained

MarketWatch · 2h ago
Here's Why I'm Looking at Nike Stock, Now That the Noise Has Died Down
Finance & Markets

Here's Why I'm Looking at Nike Stock, Now That the Noise Has Died Down

Nike is attempting a comeback by resetting its wholesale strategy and returning to its technical sportswear roots after relying on retro models that led to inventory issues. Despite challenges in Grea

Yahoo Finance · recently
Stock Market Today, Feb. 26: Nasdaq and S&P 500 Stumble on Fading Nvidia Optimism
Finance & Markets

Stock Market Today, Feb. 26: Nasdaq and S&P 500 Stumble on Fading Nvidia Optimism

The Nasdaq and S&P 500 stumbled as initial optimism surrounding Nvidia's earnings faded, triggering a tech sell-off and raising broader AI jitters. While the Dow Jones Industrial Average saw a slight

Yahoo Finance · recently
Private-credit ‘cockroaches’ and the AI ‘scare trade’ hammered stocks in February. Here’s what else has investors shaken up.
Finance & Markets

Private-credit ‘cockroaches’ and the AI ‘scare trade’ hammered stocks in February. Here’s what else has investors shaken up.

February proved a volatile month for U.S. equities, capped off by a Friday filled with market-moving headlines that shook investors. Concerns around private credit and the impact of AI contributed to

MarketWatch · 1h ago
UBS downgrades the U.S. stock market. Here's what has the investment bank worried
Finance & Markets

UBS downgrades the U.S. stock market. Here's what has the investment bank worried

UBS has downgraded U.S. equities to "benchmark," signaling a shift in investment strategy due to a weakening dollar, stretched valuations, and policy uncertainty under President Trump. While not outri

CNBC · 7h ago
The Rise and Fall of a 3-D Printing Empire
Finance & Markets

The Rise and Fall of a 3-D Printing Empire

Desktop Metal's bankruptcy marks a significant comedown for a company once valued at over a billion dollars, signaling a harsh correction in the 3-D printing industry. The company's fall from grace re

NYT Business · 2h ago
Yes, consumers in China are consuming again. It’s just not their No. 1 priority these days.
Finance & Markets

Yes, consumers in China are consuming again. It’s just not their No. 1 priority these days.

Chinese consumers are still spending, driving retail sales growth, but a shift towards prioritizing financial security over discretionary purchases is underway. This change, fueled by record household

MarketWatch · 10h ago
Why Nvidia’s Big Profits Aren’t Lifting Markets
Finance & Markets

Why Nvidia’s Big Profits Aren’t Lifting Markets

**Nvidia**, despite exceeding expectations and being central to the AI boom, failed to reassure jittery investors, highlighting broader market anxieties. This suggests that even exceptional performanc

NYT Business · 16h ago
He Hopes to Turn the Island of Nevis Into a Libertarian Paradise, With Crypto
Finance & Markets

He Hopes to Turn the Island of Nevis Into a Libertarian Paradise, With Crypto

A Bitcoin investor aims to transform Nevis into a libertarian haven powered by cryptocurrency, facing potential friction with existing democratic structures. This ambitious project seeks to create a c

NYT Business · 12h ago
Dell’s stock soars, as record earnings signal the company is managing memory shortages well
Finance & Markets

Dell’s stock soars, as record earnings signal the company is managing memory shortages well

The maker of servers and PCs is also boosting its dividend by 20%.

MarketWatch · 1h ago
Tech earnings, silver’s rebound and a Cathie Wood ETF offer a high-stakes pivot for investors
Finance & Markets

Tech earnings, silver’s rebound and a Cathie Wood ETF offer a high-stakes pivot for investors

S&P 500 is stuck in a trading range and the market is eager for a breakout — up or down.

MarketWatch · 2h ago
Asia markets opens mixed after Wall Street pullback on Nvidia slump
Finance & Markets

Asia markets opens mixed after Wall Street pullback on Nvidia slump

Asian markets opened mixed following a Wall Street pullback triggered by Nvidia's disappointing performance despite strong earnings. While Japan's Nikkei 225 initially hit a new high, it later slid, m

CNBC · 34m ago
Small investors buy Nvidia in record numbers after Thursday's open
Finance & Markets

Small investors buy Nvidia in record numbers after Thursday's open

Retail investors aggressively bought Nvidia shares in record numbers immediately after its strong earnings report, but the stock's price action has been volatile due to significant two-way trading. De

CNBC · 7h ago
Asia markets opens mixed after Wall Street pullback on Nvidia slump
Finance & Markets

Asia markets opens mixed after Wall Street pullback on Nvidia slump

Asian markets opened mixed following a Wall Street pullback triggered by Nvidia's disappointing performance despite strong earnings. While Japan's Nikkei 225 initially hit a new high, it later slid, m

CNBC · 11m ago
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Finance & Markets

Kalshi Accuses a ‘MrBeast’ Employee of Insider Trading

Kalshi, a prediction-market platform, has accused an employee of 'MrBeast' of insider trading and reported the incident to federal regulators, raising questions about market integrity. The parent comp

NYT Business · 7h ago
Salesforce shares are down 4% in premarket on mixed guidance and $50 billion buyback commitment
Finance & Markets

Salesforce shares are down 4% in premarket on mixed guidance and $50 billion buyback commitment

Salesforce shares dipped in pre-market trading despite exceeding Q4 earnings and revenue expectations, fueled by concerns over fiscal 2027 revenue guidance trailing Wall Street projections and broader

CNBC · 2h ago

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