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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
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Kevin Warsh just revealed a huge change for the Fed. The press missed it
By Steve H. Hanke and John GreenwoodSeptember 18, 2026
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‘It’s a dumb idea’: Republicans split from proposed ‘Trump dividend’ $5,000 plan if GOP wins midterms
By The Associated Press and Mike CataliniSeptember 18, 2026
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QuickBooks Free review: Is the $0 plan enough for your business?
By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 18, 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
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
By Tatiana SatauaSeptember 18, 2026
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Sydney Sweeney doesn’t just star in controversial ads. She helps engineer them
By Camila Grigera NaónSeptember 18, 2026
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Should you fear private market assets in your 401(k)? Georgetown Retirement Research says no
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
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
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
S&P kept Oracle investment grade. Its own numbers don’t support that call.

I am not opposed to credit rating agencies giving companies time to prove their business models.  However, the numbers must also make sense.

By Kevin KoharkiSeptember 18, 2026
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Onchain finance is coming to Wall Street—and ignoring it is no longer an option
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
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
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
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
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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
Current price of gold as of September 18, 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 BakstSeptember 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 silver as of Friday, September 18, 2026

Silver is a (comparatively) safe and reliable asset that can help you to preserve the value of your money during times of inflation.

By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 18, 2026
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Investing
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Current price of Ethereum for Sept. 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
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
Kevin Warsh, an angry Trump and Jerome Powell Déjà vu: how history is repeating itself

The S&P 500 fell 1% and the Dow lost 1.7% as the Fed chair said rates weren’t restrictive before Wednesday’s hike.

By Eva RoytburgSeptember 17, 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
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Real Estate
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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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Energy
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A critical pipeline that helped cushion the Hormuz shock just shut: Here’s what it reveals about corporate energy security
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
Current price of oil as of September 17, 2026

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

By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 17, 2026
Finance is the most dominant sector by revenue, new Fortune 500 Europe list shows

The finance sector also accounts for 40% of profit and 14% of the workforce across the Fortune 500 Europe.

By Sheryl EstradaSeptember 16, 2026
How can Europe achieve its growth potential?

Business leaders from Microsoft, Volvo, EDF, and Mastercard outline the challenges and opportunities facing companies in Europe

By Sam ForsdickSeptember 17, 2026
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Crypto
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Keerthi Moudgal (left), Kevin Miao (center,) and Lucas Vogelsang (right) stand smiling at the camera.
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
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
The U.S. stock market is having a Napster moment—the Robinhood-AMC fight is just the beginning

The CEO of AMC ranted that Robinhood offering a tokenized version of its stock is “detestable, inexcusable, vile”—which sounds a lot like fear of a superior technology.

By Jeff John RobertsSeptember 14, 2026
Clarity Act odds soar as Trump approves new ethics provisions for closely watched crypto bill

Republicans’ latest concession could determine whether the long-delayed legislation moves ahead.

By Camila Grigera NaónSeptember 14, 2026
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Women hold more U.S. jobs than men—but still earn far less starting the day they graduate
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Women hold more U.S. jobs than men—but still earn far less starting the day they graduate
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    Trump’s $5,000 ‘dividend’ is really a $1.15 trillion hole in the deficit, top economist estimates
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Top CD rates from major banks on September 11, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more
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A four-time Fortune 500 CFO makes a huge career bet—on joining Polymarket
By Sheryl EstradaSeptember 11, 2026
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Work-life balance is a luxury. Buy it later.
By Emil BarrSeptember 11, 2026
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‘If the Bloomberg Terminal bros are unhappy with what I’m doing, that’s too bad’: Bessent says he’ll continue ‘ignoring the noise’
By Eleanor PringleSeptember 11, 2026
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After a wave of delistings, can London’s stock market reverse the decline?
By Sam BirchallSeptember 11, 2026
The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on Sept. 11, 2026
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The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on Sept. 11, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganSeptember 11, 2026
Top CD rates on Sept. 11, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.60%
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Top CD rates on Sept. 11, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.60%
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Current ARM mortgage rates report for Sept. 11, 2026
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Current ARM mortgage rates report for Sept. 11, 2026
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Current refi mortgage rates report for Sept. 11, 2026
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Mortgage rates on Sept. 11, 2026: Rates tick upward
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Home equity loan and HELOC rates: Sept. 11, 2026
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$9.999 and maxed out: California diesel prices overwhelm pump displays as global supply crunch worsens
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$9.999 and maxed out: California diesel prices overwhelm pump displays as global supply crunch worsens
By Jordan BlumSeptember 10, 2026
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Ryanair’s CEO warns travelers that cheap European flights may not last if oil remains above $100 a barrel into next year
By Mia OsmonbekovSeptember 10, 2026
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Nasdaq bets big on tokenized stocks with $100 million investment in Kraken parent Payward
By Camila Grigera NaónSeptember 10, 2026
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Economy
‘The global economy as we know it would come to a sudden halt’: Shipping authorities from 18 countries warn of a ‘two-tier’ system imperiling trade
By Sasha RogelbergSeptember 10, 2026
Scott Bessent dared the $32 trillion bond market with ‘I am the house now’ statement. It didn’t listen
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Scott Bessent dared the $32 trillion bond market with ‘I am the house now’ statement. It didn’t listen
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezSeptember 10, 2026
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Inflation won’t die. Now the bond market is daring the Fed to do something about it
By Eva RoytburgSeptember 10, 2026
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Trump’s $5,000 pledge and the bond market revolt shows it’s a voter bribe — costing every American $8,000
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