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The remains of the German tugboat wreckage marked as UJ-106 in the Danube River.
Danube River’s shrinking water levels expose dozens of World War II ships

Amidst record-low water levels that have caused governments across Europe to plan for electricity shortages, German ships sunk in the war are resurfacing.

By The Associated Press and Marko DrobnjakovicAugust 4, 2026
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Scott Bessent is using moves from his hedge fund days to prop up Japan’s yen—and America’s $40 trillion national debt
By Mia OsmonbekovAugust 4, 2026
Best certificates of deposit (CDs) for August 2026
Best certificates of deposit (CDs) for August 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
President Donald Trump looks on during an announcement.
‘This is insider trading by definition’: Trump sells $100,000 monthly subscription service to Wall Street to further monetize the presidency
By Joshua HongAugust 4, 2026
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Bessent’s Yen gamble is a warning sign — buckle up
By Steve H. Hanke and Roger KopplAugust 4, 2026
What’s a good rate on a private student loan?
What’s a good rate on a private student loan?
By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
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Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh speaks during a news conference at Federal Reserve Headquarters on July 29, 2026 in Washington, DC.
Kevin Warsh told Wall Street he’d be sharing less—Goldman Sachs fears a void of Fed facts will only amplify misinformation and instability

“Even without providing explicit forward guidance, central bankers still have an obligation to explain the economic framework behind their decisions. On that score, this press conference fell well short,” chimed professor Jeremy Siegel.

By Eleanor PringleAugust 4, 2026
Why a measly 100,000 job openings is normal for the Trump economy

June openings fell to 7.36 million, but immigration curbs and retirements may have pushed the break-even hiring rate close to zero.

By Paul Wiseman and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026
Trump called his own housing bill a ‘yawn.’ Now he’s heading for a west coast tour with a 32% approval rating on the economy

As Trump tours LA and Las Vegas to sell tax cuts, Newsom fires back over the $7.25 federal minimum wage.

By Darlene Superville and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026
JPMorgan Chase, Accenture and others are teaming up on a new venture to standardize how AI token use is measured

J.R. Storment, executive director of the Tokenomics Foundation, explains what finance chiefs should ask their tech counterparts before setting a budget for AI tokens.

By Sheryl EstradaAugust 4, 2026
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Capital One had 300 Trump accounts — then its money-laundering team stepped in

Bank filing says a months-long AML (anti-money-laundering) review, not politics, ended Trump’s accounts.

By Ken Sweet and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026
A forgotten Swedish economist’s 130-year-old theory explains why investors won’t quit funding America’s near-$40 trillion pile of debt

“To oversimplify: You could argue that U.S. deficits are, in effect, being increasingly funded by its tech sector.”

By Eleanor PringleAugust 4, 2026
Top CD rates from major banks on August 4, 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 HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
Today’s top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on Aug. 4, 2026

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

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
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Current price of gold as of August 4, 2026
Current price of gold as of August 4, 2026

Trends in gold prices could indicate whether the asset can protect against inflation. Here’s a look at how the precious metal is doing today.

By Danny BakstAugust 4, 2026
Top CD rates today, Aug. 4, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.50%

CD rates are currently at their highest compared to recent years, with many yielding over 4% APYs

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
Current price of Ethereum for August 4, 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 HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
Current price of Bitcoin for August 4, 2026

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

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
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Dinari cofounders Chas Rampenthal, Gabriel Otte, and Brandon Ooi stand side by side smiling at the camera.
Exclusive: Dinari, founded by Stripe and Apple alums, partners with Circle to offer tokenized stocks to U.S. investors

The launch features 724 tokenized equities, including the entire S&P 500, marking the largest catalog of digital shares currently available.

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 4, 2026
Global shares rally, oil rebounds as Iran war de-escalation, yen intervention worries ease

European and Asian indexes rose Tuesday and oil rebounded as investors weighed the U.S.-Japan yen intervention and Trump’s Iran strike delay.

By The Associated Press and Yuri KageyamaAugust 4, 2026
HappyRobot is worth $1.2 billion. Its founder says it’s just ‘getting started’

The AI agent startup just raised $150 million after growing revenue more than 5x and landing customers that have expanded contracts by as much as 10x.

By Lily Mae LazarusAugust 4, 2026
Toyota sold fewer cars but nearly doubled profit on cheap yen

A weak yen added $2.2 billion to Toyota’s quarterly profit even as vehicle sales dipped; full-year profit is still forecast to fall.

By Yuri Kageyama and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026
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Current ARM mortgage rates report for Aug. 4, 2026
Current ARM mortgage rates report for Aug. 4, 2026

Some homeowners might benefit from an adjustable-rate mortgage over the more common fixed-rate loans. Here’s what to know.

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
Current refi mortgage rates report for Aug. 4, 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 FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
Today’s home equity loan and HELOC rates, August 4, 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 HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
Mortgage rates today, Aug. 4, 2026

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 FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
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Could a UN-backed plan to reopen Hormuz break the deadlock? 
Could a UN-backed plan to reopen Hormuz break the deadlock? 

In this week’s Fortune Gulf Brief.

By Melissa HancockAugust 4, 2026
Current price of oil as of August 4, 2026

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

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
The Danube is running dry, and Europe’s power grid is suffering as a result

Record-low water levels are forcing nuclear and hydropower plants to curb output as governments urge electricity conservation.

By Justin Spike and The Associated PressAugust 3, 2026
As confusion reigns over Hormuz talks, Fortune gets exclusive access to a UN-backed plan to reopen the strait 

The Strait of Hormuz is the key battleground in the U.S.-Iran war, with vital ship traffic all but halted in recent months. There is a project to break the impasse.

By Melissa HancockAugust 4, 2026
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Crypto
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Cloudflare just launched a permanent ID tool and wallet for AI shopping
Cloudflare just launched a permanent ID tool and wallet for AI shopping

The new service makes it easier for consumers to equip AI agents with tools that let them spend and identity themselves to merchants’ agents.

By Jeff John RobertsAugust 4, 2026
OpenAI’s Greg Brockman gave $5.5 million to protect the home of an internet-famous bald eagle named Jackie

As the internet-famous eagle fought for her life in intensive care, the Brockmans’ donation closed a $10 million fundraiser with days to spare.

By Sydney LakeAugust 4, 2026
Bitcoin owners rocked by $116 million hack: What we know about the Coldcard exploit

The hack, which has drained 1,816 Bitcoin across 5,200 addresses, is devastating because it affected hyper-secure cold storage wallets.

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 3, 2026
Kalshi CEO clashes with disgraced former Congressman George Santos in latest prediction market controversy

Santos was ordered to pay $35,000 after the CFTC found he had manipulated Kalshi contracts tied to his State of the Union attendance.

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 3, 2026
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Europe’s long, hot summer leads to thousands evacuated and fire operators dead
By The Associated Press, Derek Gatopoulos and Sylvie CorbetAugust 4, 2026
Trump meets AI giants, Senate Dems decry ‘unpredictable’ governance — and cheap Chinese AI looms as giant security risk
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Trump meets AI giants, Senate Dems decry ‘unpredictable’ governance — and cheap Chinese AI looms as giant security risk
By Catherina GioinoAugust 4, 2026
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SpaceX revenue surges to $7.8 billion, blowing past Wall Street expectations by nearly $1 billion
By Amanda GerutAugust 4, 2026
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20 states and DC sue as Trump moves to share low-income families’ data with immigration authorities
By The Associated Press and Anthony IzaguirreAugust 4, 2026
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Trump claims he’s talking with Iran as they hold talks with other nations
By The Associated Press, Samy Magdy, Elena Becatoros and Josh BoakAugust 4, 2026
OpenAI president Greg Brockman: We ‘contort’ ourselves around computers, clicking and typing is a ‘phase’
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OpenAI president Greg Brockman: We ‘contort’ ourselves around computers, clicking and typing is a ‘phase’
By Emily ForliniAugust 4, 2026
McDonald’s CEO turns to a trusted lieutenant with a turnaround record to revive its biggest market
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McDonald’s CEO turns to a trusted lieutenant with a turnaround record to revive its biggest market
By Phil WahbaAugust 4, 2026
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OpenAI fires back at Apple, publishing private emails to counter trade-secret claims
By Beatrice NolanAugust 4, 2026
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U.S. military launches 10th straight night of airstrikes on Iran as Houthi allies threaten Red Sea, but glimmers of hope appear on diplomatic front
Energy
U.S. military launches 10th straight night of airstrikes on Iran as Houthi allies threaten Red Sea, but glimmers of hope appear on diplomatic front
By Jon Gambrell and The Associated PressJuly 20, 2026
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    The minimum wage is now the lowest it’s been in 70 years—making the federal wage floor ‘officially a poverty wage,’ report finds
    By Sasha RogelbergJuly 20, 2026
Trump to impose 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, invoking the ‘nuclear option’ that could unleash a new wave of economic chaos and inflation
Economy
Trump to impose 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, invoking the ‘nuclear option’ that could unleash a new wave of economic chaos and inflation
By Josh Boak and The Associated PressJuly 20, 2026
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Energy
U.S. bombs Iran for ninth straight night as Tehran strikes Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain
By The Associated Press and Jon GambrellJuly 20, 2026
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Success
Mark Cuban says he has the solution to growing income inequality, and it’s to reward every employee—from CEO to janitor—with company stock
By Sasha RogelbergJuly 20, 2026
The Treasury is walking a tightrope on U.S. debt by relying so much on short-term rates that are at the mercy of a suddenly very hawkish Fed
Economy
The Treasury is walking a tightrope on U.S. debt by relying so much on short-term rates that are at the mercy of a suddenly very hawkish Fed
By Jason MaJuly 20, 2026
Types of mortgage loans: A guide to choosing the right one
Real Estate
Types of mortgage loans: A guide to choosing the right one
By Joseph HostetlerJuly 20, 2026
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    ‘Milliseconds matter in modern markets’: How Trump’s Truth API, and less frequent SEC filings, could create a ‘two-tiered market’
    By Mia OsmonbekovJuly 20, 2026
Volvo car CEO pushes back on Navarro’s ‘Pirate’ China comments
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Volvo car CEO pushes back on Navarro’s ‘Pirate’ China comments
By Rafaela Lindeberg and BloombergJuly 20, 2026
‘I want to die broke’: Billionaire philanthropist Denny Sanford dies after giving away $4 billion
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‘I want to die broke’: Billionaire philanthropist Denny Sanford dies after giving away $4 billion
By Sydney LakeJuly 20, 2026
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Student loan defaults hit record $233 billion with 1 in 5 borrowers over 9 months behind
By Nicky Forster, Heather Hollingsworth and The Associated PressJuly 20, 2026
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Meet a 40-year-old who filed for bankruptcy in 2022 but still can’t erase $94,000 in student-loan debt: ‘you’re just lost in the system somewhere’
By Heather Hollingsworth, Nicky Forster and The Associated PressJuly 20, 2026
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Current price of gold as of July 20, 2026
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  • Markets brace for return to all-out war in Iran amid rising U.S. death toll, while former NATO commander warns Suez Canal could be next
    Middle East
    Markets brace for return to all-out war in Iran amid rising U.S. death toll, while former NATO commander warns Suez Canal could be next
    By Jason MaJuly 19, 2026
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How CFOs can tell if AI is actually creating value
By Sheryl EstradaJuly 20, 2026
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Andy Burnham accuses UK of taking wrong turns since the 1980s in first speech as Prime Minister outside 10 Downing Street
By Jill Lawless and The Associated PressJuly 20, 2026
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Gas prices snap back to $4 as Trump’s Iran truce unravels
By The Associated PressJuly 20, 2026
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Japan’s monetary conundrum — why the yen hit a 40-year low as interest rates hit a 31-year high
By Steve H. Hanke and John GreenwoodJuly 20, 2026
Coinbase’s big Base mistake offers an important lesson for the crypto industry
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Coinbase’s big Base mistake offers an important lesson for the crypto industry
By Jeff John RobertsJuly 20, 2026
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The American Dream according to Bill Ackman
By Jeff John RobertsJuly 20, 2026
How soon after closing can you refinance a mortgage?
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How soon after closing can you refinance a mortgage?
By Joseph HostetlerJuly 20, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump walks to board Air Force One on July 17, 2026 in Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.
Economy
Gas prices spiral over $4 as U.S.-Iran war heats up again, amid warning that ‘economic gravity’ will soon catch up to American families
By Eleanor PringleJuly 20, 2026
Top CD rates from major banks July 20, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more
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Top CD rates from major banks on July 20, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more
By Joseph HostetlerJuly 20, 2026
Top CD rates, July 20, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.40%
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Top CD rates, July 20, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.40%
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The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on July 20, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganJuly 20, 2026
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Current price of Ethereum for July 20, 2026
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Retirees wait for the day they can sell their homes and cash in—but there’s a secret Medicare ‘trap’ that could stop them in their tracks
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Retirees wait for the day they can sell their homes and cash in—but there’s a secret Medicare ‘trap’ that could stop them in their tracks
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