Friday, 18 September 2026
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Nat-gas prices fell back as US natural gas inventories rose by more than the 5-year average. Also on the bearish side was concern that Tropical Storm Bertha could disrupt liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facilities on…
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Live cattle futures are getting a bounce, with $1.40 to $1.80 gains at midday. Cash trade saw a few $230-232 sales on Wednesday, though there has not been enough to establish a trend. The Thursday Fed Cattle Exchange on…
The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down -0.80%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI) (DIA) is down -0.66%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down -1.20%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26) are down -0…
Rep. Ted Lieu, D-Calif., and Rep. Nathaniel Moran, R-Texas, on Thursday introduced a bill called the "AI Kill Switch Act," which would require artificial intelligence companies to maintain the ability to shut down, thro…
Cerebras shares gained about 5% on Thursday after the company forged an agreement with Advanced Micro Devices that involves the two chipmakers to work together on artificial intelligence systems.
According to exclusive new research from Rankrate, there’s a very good chance that you’re overpaying for your mortgage by more than $3,300 per year. And, here’s the kicker: Bankrate said it’s completely avoidable.
Fidelity Equity Income’s Persaud on buffering volatility, pursuing yield, and keeping up with tech.
Honda Motor on Thursday confirmed a next-generation model of its Ridgeline pickup truck will be produced in the U.S. following a temporary production stoppage later this year.
Corn futures are continuing the push higher with contracts up 3 to 4 ¼ cents so far on the Thursday session. The CmdtyView national average Cash Corn price is up 3 3/4 cents at $4.35 1/4.
Amazon and Microsoft have devised new ways to get people playing video games in the cloud.
July 23 (Reuters) - Oil prices spiked to $100 a barrel for the first time since May, major tech giants knocked U.S. stocks lower, and Europe's borrowing costs spiked to long-term highs in an unsettling day across market…
HF Sinclair Corporation DINO is set to report second-quarter 2026 results on July 28, before the opening bell.
Congress on Thursday split on advancing a pair of war powers resolutions aimed at forcing President Donald Trump to abandon his war with Iran, as the conflict escalates into a deadly new phase and oil tops $100 a barrel.
Where the Stock Market May Be Heading Next and What to Buy Now Morningstar’s chief market strategist and economist share their outlooks for the second half of 2026. David Sekera, CFA, Preston Caldwell, and Susan Dziubin…
Together, the transactions add more than 100,000 owners and 23 resorts to Travel + Leisure Co.’s vacation ownership network, expanding its presence in two of leisure travel’s most sought-after destinations,
Lean hog futures are trading with 40 to 60 cent gains at midday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $101.76 Thursday morning, up 72 cents from the day prior. The CME Lean Hog Index was 56 cents higher on Jul…
U.S. Treasury yields advanced on Thursday as Brent crude oil's climb above $100 per barrel raised inflation fears, and as weekly claims for unemployment insurance tumbled below 200,000.
Live cattle futures continued the liquidation, with contracts down $3.02 to $4.10 across the board. Futures hit fresh 2026 lows on the day. Open interest was up 1,893 contracts, implying new selling interest. Cash trade…
Major U.S. stock indexes tumbled on Thursday as investors began to price in the consequences of a renewed and prolonged conflict in the Middle East.
Defense stocks present exceptional investment opportunities in January 2026, driven by geopolitical tensions and substantial government spending commitments that create predictable revenue streams for investors.
Shares of Alphabet and Tesla fell on Thursday after both companies signaled increased AI spending, unnerving investors worried about the mounting costs of the artificial intelligence boom.
With a market cap of $236.8 billion, Sandisk Corporation (SNDK) is a leading developer, manufacturer, and provider of NAND flash-based data storage devices and solutions, delivering innovative technologies for consumers…
Lean hog futures saw gains of 20 to 75 cents across most contracts, with August the exception, down a nickel. Open interest was up 199 contracts on Wednesday. USDA’s national base hog price was reported at $101.08 Wedne…