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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
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I fled communism. Are Gen Z drawn to it?
By Luba KassovaSeptember 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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An oil tanker on the water in front of a setting sun.
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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‘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

The White House says the president’s 28,700 trades are automated and hands-off.

By Eva RoytburgSeptember 19, 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
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
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
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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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Central Command says U.S. military has aided the transit of 1 billion barrels of oil through Hormuz in past two months while Iran has ‘exported zero’
Central Command says U.S. military has aided the transit of 1 billion barrels of oil through Hormuz in past two months while Iran has ‘exported zero’

Adm. Brad Cooper said the volume of oil, natural gas and cargo transiting over the past two weeks is the highest it has been in six months.

By The Associated PressSeptember 19, 2026
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
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
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
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Crypto
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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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Current ARM mortgage rates report for Sept. 11, 2026
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    Inside the Bahamas island quietly selling $18 million villas—where the vast majority of the land will never be developed
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Current refi 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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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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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
  • ‘We worry now’: Oil tops $100, diesel hits record highs amid Iran war escalation
    Energy
    ‘We worry now’: Oil tops $100, diesel hits record highs amid Iran war escalation
    By Jordan BlumSeptember 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
Kevin Warsh, chairman of the US Federal Reserve, walks the grounds during the Kansas City Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium in Moran, Wyoming, US, on Friday, Aug. 28, 2026.
Economy
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
By Jeffrey Sonnenfeld and Steven TianSeptember 10, 2026
  • Billionaire Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says most charities are ‘net negative’—and that he has no plans to make his own foundation
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    Billionaire Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says most charities are ‘net negative’—and that he has no plans to make his own foundation
    By Sydney LakeSeptember 10, 2026
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Banking
OpenAI courts Wall Street with ChatGPT for financial services, developed with Morgan Stanley
By Emily ForliniSeptember 10, 2026
Trump’s first term had real stimulus checks. His second has promised ones tied to problems he started
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Trump’s first term had real stimulus checks. His second has promised ones tied to problems he started
By Catherina GioinoSeptember 10, 2026
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Trump’s $5,000 ‘dividend’ is really a $1.15 trillion hole in the deficit, top economist estimates
By Nick LichtenbergSeptember 10, 2026
Trump tries to bribe Americans to vote Republican with promise of $5,000 dividend — only if the GOP wins
Politics
Trump tries to bribe Americans to vote Republican with promise of $5,000 dividend — only if the GOP wins
By Jonathan J. Cooper and The Associated PressSeptember 10, 2026
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Economy
Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ projected to add a big, unbeautiful $3.4 trillion to the national debt over the next decade
By The Associated Press and Lisa MascaroSeptember 10, 2026
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Personal Finance
Step-by-step guide for rolling a 401(k) over to a gold IRA
By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 10, 2026
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Chinese car exports are increasingly flooding the world despite all of the west’s (mixed) efforts to keep them out
By Chan Ho-Him and The Associated PressSeptember 10, 2026
An array of gold bars.
Personal Finance
Current price of gold as of September 10, 2026
By Danny BakstSeptember 10, 2026
Top CD rates from major banks Sept. 10, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more
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Top CD rates from major banks on Sept. 10, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more
By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 10, 2026
Current price of silver as of Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026
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Current price of silver as of Thursday, September 10, 2026
By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 10, 2026
Current price of oil as of Sept. 10, 2026
Personal Finance
Current price of oil as of September 10, 2026
By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 10, 2026
Current price of Bitcoin for Sept. 10, 2026
Personal Finance
Current price of Bitcoin for September 10, 2026
By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 10, 2026
Current price of Ethereum for Sept. 10, 2026
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Current price of Ethereum for September 10, 2026
By Joseph HostetlerSeptember 10, 2026
Hugh Johnston, senior EVP and CFO of The Walt Disney Company.
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 Disney CFO says this one sector is critical for driving customer lifetime value: ‘It’s just on fire’
By Sheryl EstradaSeptember 10, 2026
Home equity loan and HELOC rates: Sept. 10, 2026
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Home equity loan and HELOC rates, September 10, 2026
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My ethical will was supposed to be a simple insurance policy — then we lost our daughter
By Eric BeckerSeptember 10, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks on stage on the first day of the 2026 Republican National Convention at the American Airlines Center on September 09, 2026 in Dallas, Texas.
Economy
As the U.S. Treasury shells out $95 billion a month in interest to cover deficits, Trump pitches a $1.3 trillion payout to voters if Republicans win the midterms
By Eleanor PringleSeptember 10, 2026
The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on Sept. 10, 2026
Personal Finance
The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on Sept. 10, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganSeptember 10, 2026
Top CD rates on Sept. 10, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.60%
Personal Finance
Top CD rates on Sept. 10, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.60%
By Glen Luke FlanaganSeptember 10, 2026
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