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‘We’ve been free-riding off Beijing in a weird way’ — Oil prices are high but could be much worse. Trump has China’s Xi to thank for that
‘We’ve been free-riding off Beijing in a weird way’ — Oil prices are high but could be much worse. Trump has China’s Xi to thank for that

“China’s doing it because they understand that they’re on the train that Trump is driving off a cliff. If oil prices go way up, that hurts the global economy. If it hurts the global economy, it hurts them.”

By Aamer Madhani and The Associated PressSeptember 19, 2026
A professor who teaches a course on Warren Buffett sees him more as a ‘guide toward how to live a successful life’ than how to invest
A professor who teaches a course on Warren Buffett sees him more as a ‘guide toward how to live a successful life’ than how to invest
By Josh Funk, Stan Choe and The Associated PressSeptember 19, 2026
‘Stealth wealth’ is reshaping luxury real estate: How the ultrarich buy multimillion-dollar mansions off the books
‘Stealth wealth’ is reshaping luxury real estate: How the ultrarich buy multimillion-dollar mansions off the books
By Sydney LakeSeptember 19, 2026
‘A huge problem’: Trump has traded more stocks than all of Congress combined. A Bush-era ethics lawyer explains why you should worry
‘A huge problem’: Trump has traded more stocks than all of Congress combined. A Bush-era ethics lawyer explains why you should worry
By Eva RoytburgSeptember 19, 2026
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Top Chef finalist Brian Malarkey: After 27 restaurants, I’m betting big on my hometown Portland — and we’re headed for $10 million in sales this year
By Brian MalarkeySeptember 19, 2026
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I fled communism. Are Gen Z drawn to it?
By Luba KassovaSeptember 19, 2026
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The Iran war is minting new one-day millionaires: oil tankers brave enough to sail across the Strait of Hormuz

For the first time, hiring an oil tanker costs more than $1 million per day as rocketing insurance premiums and a consolidating market drive up shipping costs.

By Sasha RogelbergSeptember 18, 2026
Kevin Warsh just revealed a huge change for the Fed. The press missed it

Warsh is shaping up to run the Fed in a totally different way than it has been for decades.

By Steve H. Hanke and John GreenwoodSeptember 18, 2026
Should you fear private market assets in your 401(k)? Georgetown Retirement Research says no

The Labor Department’s proposed safe harbor would give 401(k) fiduciaries clearer legal footing to evaluate private-market investments.

By Angela M. AntonelliSeptember 18, 2026
‘It’s a dumb idea’: Republicans split from proposed ‘Trump dividend’ $5,000 plan if GOP wins midterms

The promised check is “nothing more than a recycled broken promise” that gets often repeated.

By The Associated Press and Mike CataliniSeptember 18, 2026
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‘Know your agent’: Banks face a new compliance challenge as AI agents shop and pay on their own
‘Know your agent’: Banks face a new compliance challenge as AI agents shop and pay on their own

Banks and card networks are racing to verify who—or what—is spending money.

By Nicholas GordonSeptember 19, 2026
Onchain finance is coming to Wall Street—and ignoring it is no longer an option

Two veteran financial attorneys say once-exotic blockchain are already being integrated into traditional finance.

By Jake Chervinsky and Rebecca RettigSeptember 18, 2026
Today’s top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on Sept. 18, 2026

Check out the highest savings account rates available today. Some high-yield savings accounts are still offering rates around 5%.

By Glen Luke FlanaganSeptember 18, 2026
Top CD rates from major banks on September 18, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more

A deposit account at a bank you already recognize can be a safe way to earn interest on your money.

By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 18, 2026
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Tyson Foods’ summer meal pilot reveals the scale of America’s food-access gap for children

A $150,000 pilot sparked $600,000 in requests from schools in two states, offering lessons on how we call can respond to unmet need.

By Tim GrailerSeptember 19, 2026
Card companies are on a ‘land grab’ to set the standards for AI shopping, even as consumers aren’t yet comfortable handing over purchases to a bot

Cardholders can set spending limits, but just 7% of surveyed fashion shoppers would let AI make purchases without approval.

By Tatiana SatauaSeptember 18, 2026
QuickBooks Solopreneur vs. Simple Start: Which one fits your business?

If you’re a relatively small-scale business, you may be looking for an accounting software program to help manage your finances. But which should you get?

By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 18, 2026
QuickBooks Free review: Is the $0 plan enough for your business?

You’ll get just the basics, which could be perfect for freelancers and solo business owners.

By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 18, 2026
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Current price of Bitcoin for Sept. 18, 2026
Current price of Bitcoin for September 18, 2026

Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency and remains the most popular crypto coin on the market.

By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 18, 2026
Current price of Ethereum for September 18, 2026

Ethereum isn’t just digital money; it’s a decentralized computing platform, meaning users can build and run apps on it without oversight of a company or bank.

By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 18, 2026
Goldman’s top strategist just added hard numbers to his earnings-bubble warning

Peter Oppenheimer first flagged the risk that AI stocks were riding an unsustainable earnings boom this summer. He’s done more math.

By Nick LichtenbergSeptember 17, 2026
Chair of the Taiwan Stock Exchange on the index’s near future

This year, Taiwan became the world’s fifth largest stock market by total value in May.

By Nicholas GordonSeptember 18, 2026
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Ricardo Semler on the prisoner’s dilemma on data centers: trillions of dollars obsolete in just a few years
Ricardo Semler on the prisoner’s dilemma on data centers: trillions of dollars obsolete in just a few years

Communities need safeguards now to avoid a future “Silicon Belt” of stranded assets and broken tax promises.

By Ricardo SemlerSeptember 18, 2026
Today’s home equity loan and HELOC rates, Sept. 18, 2026

By staying on top of home equity loan and HELOC interest rates, you’ll recognize when it’s a good time to apply for these comparatively cheap borrowing options.

By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 18, 2026
Current refi mortgage rates report for Sept. 18, 2026

Looking to refinance your mortgage in hopes of getting a lower rate or tapping home equity? See our latest report on average refi rates.

By Glen Luke FlanaganSeptember 18, 2026
Mortgage rates today, Sept. 18, 2026: No relief from elevated rates

Compare average mortgage rates on different types of home loans so you can pick the best mortgage for your needs as you house shop.

By Glen Luke FlanaganSeptember 18, 2026
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Inside U.S. oil’s return to global wildcatting: ‘It’s like geo-porn’
Inside U.S. oil’s return to global wildcatting: ‘It’s like geo-porn’

The top U.S. shale oil drillers aim to find the next big boom abroad.

By Jordan BlumSeptember 19, 2026
Current price of oil as of September 18, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 18, 2026
A critical pipeline that helped cushion the Hormuz shock just shut: Here’s what it reveals about corporate energy security

The Strait of Hormuz crisis offers a business playbook for managing energy disruptions and supply-chain risk.

By Mekala Krishnan, Shubham Singhal and Humayun TaiSeptember 17, 2026
Oil is back above $100—but economists say that number isn’t the real threat to the U.S. economy

Gas takes up less household income than it once did, but record diesel prices and refinery shortages could still curb spending.

By Tatiana SatauaSeptember 17, 2026
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Sydney Sweeney doesn’t just star in controversial ads. She helps engineer them

The actress became an equity partner and creative director at sports prediction market Novig before the viral advertising campaign’s launch.

By Camila Grigera NaónSeptember 18, 2026
Crypto.com founder: Crypto’s battles will continue, but the war is over

I spent years championing the Clarity Act framework, it is natural to view Tuesday’s result as a significant setback, but the war has already been fought.

By Kris MarszalekSeptember 17, 2026
Exclusive: Expa and Coinbase Ventures-backed Fin.com emerges from stealth with $20 million seed round to build out global stablecoin infrastructure

The payments company provides the infrastructure needed for businesses to move stablecoins into local bank accounts.

By Camila Grigera NaónSeptember 15, 2026
Exclusive: Tare raises $13 million from Blockchain Capital to manage private credit transactions on the blockchain

The startup uses blockchain software to streamline credit operations and boost returns for borrowers and lenders.

By Camila Grigera NaónSeptember 16, 2026
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S&P kept Oracle investment grade. Its own numbers don’t support that call.
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College grads shut out of AI-exposed majors since 2022 are ending up in retail and food service instead of the white-collar jobs they studied for
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College grads shut out of AI-exposed majors since 2022 are ending up in retail and food service instead of the white-collar jobs they studied for
By Catherina GioinoSeptember 17, 2026
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Kevin Warsh, an angry Trump and Jerome Powell Déjà vu: how history is repeating itself
By Eva RoytburgSeptember 17, 2026
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Congress is so dysfunctional and irresponsible it’s only done its job four times since World War II
By Steve H. Hanke and David M. WalkerSeptember 17, 2026
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Billionaire TikTok founder is now the richest person in all of Asia, with a $105 billion net worth—he’s gained $92 billion since 2019 thanks to AI
By Emma BurleighSeptember 17, 2026
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By Sam ForsdickSeptember 17, 2026
When it comes to rate hikes, CFOs aren’t counting on a ‘one-and-done’
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When it comes to rate hikes, CFOs aren’t counting on a ‘one-and-done’
By Sheryl EstradaSeptember 17, 2026
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‘It’s a raise against Trump:’ Despite inflation being ahead of target for five years, Trump says the Fed’s latest hike is political
By Eleanor PringleSeptember 17, 2026
Top CD rates on Sept. 17, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.75%
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Top CD rates on Sept. 17, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.75%
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Ryan Serhant says the American city isn’t dying—wealth is ‘multiplying,’ and buyers are flocking to Ohio, Alabama, and the Carolinas
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Ryan Serhant says the American city isn’t dying—wealth is ‘multiplying,’ and buyers are flocking to Ohio, Alabama, and the Carolinas
By Sydney LakeSeptember 17, 2026
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Current ARM mortgage rates report for Sept. 17, 2026
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Mortgage rates on Sept. 17, 2026: Rates stay elevated
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Warsh says AI’s hyperscalers are part of why your borrowing costs are rising: ‘The competition for capital is real’
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Warsh says AI’s hyperscalers are part of why your borrowing costs are rising: ‘The competition for capital is real’
By Eva RoytburgSeptember 17, 2026
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Stocks slide toward lowest level since July after Warsh’s hawkish press conference
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Japan has a problematic age gap: 100,000-plus residents are over 100 and the pension system is buckling
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Japan has a problematic age gap: 100,000-plus residents are over 100 and the pension system is buckling
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The Fed unanimously agrees to hike interest rates for the first time since 2023, despite Trump’s call for the ‘lowest rates’ in the world
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