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Bessent’s Yen gamble is a warning sign — buckle up

Fasten your seat belts: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has become a Big Player in the yen market. Increased volatility is right around the corner.

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

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

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

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 4, 2026

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

By Eleanor PringleAugust 4, 2026

jobs

Why a measly 100,000 job openings is normal for the Trump economy

By Paul Wiseman and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026

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JPMorgan Chase, Accenture and others are teaming up on a new venture to standardize how AI token use is measured

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

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

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

McDonald’s U.S. sales growth stalls to 0.8% as gas prices bite

A year after its Minecraft meal drove a 2.5% sales jump, McDonald’s names a new U.S. chief amid a cautious-consumer slowdown,

By Michelle Chapman and The Associated PressAugust 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

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

Sea’s MariBank wants to export its Singapore digital banking playbook: First stop, the Philippines

MariBank launched in 2023 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Sea, Southeast Asia’s largest tech firm and No. 12 on the Fortune Southeast Asia 500.

By Angelica AngAugust 3, 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

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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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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

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

Could a UN-backed plan to reopen Hormuz break the deadlock?

In this week’s Fortune Gulf Brief.

By Melissa HancockAugust 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

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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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Current price of oil as of August 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

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

The Iran war already has a winner: The world’s largest shipbroker notching record earnings from the ‘exceptional volatility’ in the Strait of Hormuz

Geopolitical chaos “actually increases the importance of such firms because people are getting a bit more desperate,” one maritime trade expert told Fortune.

By Sasha RogelbergAugust 3, 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

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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Hank Green, wearing a black shirt, stands onstage holding a card and a mic.

‘I’m mortified’: YouTube star Hank Green apologizes for ChatGPT overuse after fans accuse him of including a prompt by mistake

By Sasha RogelbergAugust 4, 2026

Fidji Simo had to leave OpenAI. But she’s still building a business that could find cures to chronic diseases that affect women like her

Fidji Simo had to leave OpenAI. But she’s still building a business that could find cures to chronic diseases that affect women like her

By Emma HinchliffeAugust 4, 2026

Tony Xu, co-founder and chief executive officer of DoorDash

DoorDash CEO Tony Xu once thought his $87 billion company would only make $100 million. He tells founders to be ‘greedy’ and dream bigger

By Emma BurleighAugust 4, 2026

Boostcamp App Review (2026): Trainer Approved

Boostcamp App Review (2026): Trainer Approved

By Emily PharesAugust 4, 2026

Patrick Collison

Despite dropping out of MIT to build $159 billion fintech Stripe, its CEO has a warning for Gen Z who want to copy him: ‘That was a poor intuition’

By Preston ForeAugust 4, 2026

Why Paramount might win its case and still run out of time to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery

By Paul HardartAugust 4, 2026

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Your AI agent can be a teammate. But it still needs a boss

By Keith Ferrazzi and Wendy SmithAugust 4, 2026

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How AI turned your best work into the bare minimum

By Dan SchawbelAugust 4, 2026

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Current refi mortgage rates report for Aug. 3, 2026

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Current refi mortgage rates report for Aug. 3, 2026

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 3, 2026

Economy
Warsh considering reducing number of Fed meetings, NYT reports
By Enda Curran and BloombergJuly 31, 2026

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Mortgage rates, Aug. 3, 2026

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 3, 2026

Today’s home equity loan and HELOC rates, August 3, 2026

Personal Finance

Today’s home equity loan and HELOC rates, August 3, 2026

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 3, 2026

Markets signal investors are back in buying mode again after Kospi’s record surge, while Trump gives peace a chance with latest Iran reversal

Markets signal investors are back in buying mode again after Kospi’s record surge, while Trump gives peace a chance with latest Iran reversal

By Jason MaAugust 2, 2026

Here’s how Trump has zig zagged with on-again, off-again strikes throughout the Iran war

Here’s how Trump has zig zagged with on-again, off-again strikes throughout the Iran war

By Melanie Lidman and The Associated PressAugust 2, 2026

As AI creates more entrepreneurs and a skills mismatch, Gen Z faces the choice of being a specialist or a ‘general-purpose nerd’

As AI creates more entrepreneurs and a skills mismatch, Gen Z faces the choice of being a specialist or a ‘general-purpose nerd’

By Jason MaAugust 2, 2026

Commentary
Asia’s aging population doesn’t have to be a fiscal burden. With smart planning, it can be a growth opportunity
By Runchana Pongsaparn and Koon Hui TeeJuly 31, 2026

As Trump balks again at escalating war, Iran smells ‘blood in the water’ and looks to exploit its newfound strategic advantage, experts say

As Trump balks again at escalating war, Iran smells ‘blood in the water’ and looks to exploit its newfound strategic advantage, experts say

By Jason MaAugust 2, 2026

Wall Street’s favorite bet comes undone as chips whipsaw market

Wall Street’s favorite bet comes undone as chips whipsaw market

By Ryan Vlastelica and BloombergAugust 2, 2026

Jefferies analyst calls out ‘simple-minded’ criticism of SpaceX’s governance

Jefferies analyst calls out ‘simple-minded’ criticism of SpaceX’s governance

By Alastair Marsh and BloombergAugust 2, 2026

Crushed by Kospi rout, angry Koreans rip Lee and vow not to buy

Crushed by Kospi rout, angry Koreans rip Lee and vow not to buy

By Youkyung Lee, Sangmi Cha and BloombergAugust 2, 2026

For the third time in history, women outnumber men in the workforce as the stay-at-home boyfriend becomes an economic trend

For the third time in history, women outnumber men in the workforce as the stay-at-home boyfriend becomes an economic trend

By Catherina GioinoAugust 2, 2026

Energy
Chevron posts largest quarterly profit ever, and Exxon income surges as Iran war squeezes oil supply
By Jordan BlumJuly 31, 2026

The average worker would need to save for 52 years to claw their way out of the middle class and be classified as wealthy, research reveals

The average worker would need to save for 52 years to claw their way out of the middle class and be classified as wealthy, research reveals

By Orianna Rosa RoyleAugust 2, 2026

Parent with Gen Z adult kid talking about money

Two-thirds of parents say their adult Gen Z kids still rely on them financially for support—even though it’s putting them under strain

By Emma BurleighAugust 2, 2026

Trump just invoked a 1930 tariff law no president has ever used — against Canada

By Caleb PetittAugust 2, 2026

Photo of Hudson Leogrande

He was homeless at 16. Now he sits on the board of David Beckham’s wellness company and his business is about to hit $1 billion in revenue

By Emma BurleighAugust 2, 2026

Fortune Archives: The oil boom that never ended

Fortune Archives: The oil boom that never ended

By Indrani SenAugust 2, 2026

SpaceX’s record IPO is helping spur a new wave of startups aiming for orbit and opening a vast new market beyond Earth

Startups & Venture

SpaceX’s record IPO is helping spur a new wave of startups aiming for orbit and opening a vast new market beyond Earth

By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezAugust 2, 2026

The labor market could become so backward that the economy will have to shed jobs to keep unemployment steady

The labor market could become so backward that the economy will have to shed jobs to keep unemployment steady

By Jason MaAugust 1, 2026

Amid fears of Iranian cyberattacks, Michigan joins Minnesota in reporting hackers targeted water systems. The FBI is now investigating

Amid fears of Iranian cyberattacks, Michigan joins Minnesota in reporting hackers targeted water systems. The FBI is now investigating

By Michael Casey and The Associated PressAugust 1, 2026

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh talks a big game, but this market indicator will tell you if Wall Street trusts him after he caused a ‘credibility shock’

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh talks a big game, but this market indicator will tell you if Wall Street trusts him after he caused a ‘credibility shock’

By Jason MaAugust 1, 2026

Welcome to the mega-war: Mideast and European conflicts merge, sucking in more countries along the way—even ones claiming neutrality

Welcome to the mega-war: Mideast and European conflicts merge, sucking in more countries along the way—even ones claiming neutrality

By Jason MaAugust 1, 2026

Exxon, Chevron warn fuel prices to endure as war knocks refining

Exxon, Chevron warn fuel prices to endure as war knocks refining

By Kevin Crowley and BloombergAugust 1, 2026

Bessent joins Japan to help reverse months of yen losses

Bessent joins Japan to help reverse months of yen losses

By Shintaro Inkyo, Masahiro Hidaka and BloombergAugust 1, 2026

A dead SpaceX rocket that’s been adrift for over a year is about to slam into the moon, carving out a new crater with the equivalent of 3 tons of TNT

A dead SpaceX rocket that’s been adrift for over a year is about to slam into the moon, carving out a new crater with the equivalent of 3 tons of TNT

By Marcia Dunn and The Associated PressAugust 1, 2026

Inside Miami’s ‘Billionaire Bunker,’ a man-made island for the .01% where billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg shell out for total privacy

Inside Miami’s ‘Billionaire Bunker,’ a man-made island for the .01% where billionaires like Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg shell out for total privacy

By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezAugust 1, 2026

You need $2 million to retire and ‘almost no one is close,’ BlackRock CEO warns, a problem that Gen X will make ‘harder and nastier’

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You need $2 million to retire and ‘almost no one is close,’ BlackRock CEO warns, a problem that Gen X will make ‘harder and nastier’

By Sydney LakeAugust 1, 2026

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Stocks finish wild month with Amazon rising, Apple sinking and Seoul’s best day ever resulting in a 22% loss

By Stan Choe and The Associated PressAugust 1, 2026

Trump promised ‘rocket fuel.’ The economy got a ‘big yawn’ housing bill and higher debt than defense costs instead

By Josh Boak and The Associated PressAugust 1, 2026

Anthony Scaramucci

Anthony Scaramucci: don’t let politics cost America the digital economy

By Anthony ScaramucciAugust 1, 2026

Photo of two Harvard football teammates at the Harvard v. Yale game

Wall Street’s hidden recruiting pipeline isn’t an Ivy League diploma—it’s the teammate who triples your odds of getting hired

By Mia OsmonbekovAugust 1, 2026

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How Zohran Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax exposed an epidemic of 'ghost cars' instead

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