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China's factory activity shrinks for second straight month, contracting less than expected

China's manufacturing activity shrank for a second straight month, keeping pressure on Beijing to support the economy as growth loses momentum.

Australian Private Sector Credit Actual 0.6% (Forecast 0.7%, Previous 0.8%)

China August official manufacturing PMI at 49.8 vs 49.2 in July

Australia Q2 business inventories down 0.2%, seasonally adjusted

Chinese NBS Non-Manufacturing PMI Actual 49.0 (Forecast 49.5, Previous 49.0)

CHINA'S SSE STAR CHIP INDEX SET TO OPEN DOWN 2.5%

FOREX-Dollar near two-week high as Warsh boosts rate-hike bets; yen slips past 160

UPDATE 2-Star Entertainment warns tough conditions to persist after annual loss

Taiwan overnight interbank rate opens at 0.805% vs 0.805% at prior session start

NBNZ Business Outlook Actual 53.7 (Forecast -, Previous 56.1)

U.S. military: U.S. forces carried out limited, precise strike against IRGC mine-laying units posing imminent threat in Strait of Hormuz

Japan 2-year yields rise to 31-year high as auctions, rate hikes loom

UPDATE 1-Oil jumps more than 1% after US attack on Iran's Larak island

RPT-PRECIOUS-Gold holds ground after 3% drop on Warsh's hawkish stance

PRECIOUS-Gold holds ground after 3% drop on Warsh's hawkish stance

GLOBAL MARKETS-Shares skid in Asia as oil, yields stay high

UPDATE 1-Australian casino operator Star Entertainment reports smaller annual loss

Tesla prices affordable model 3 in Hong Kong at HKD205,000: Tesla Hong Kong mini app shows

CHINA PBOC EXPECTED TO SET YUAN MID-POINT AT 6.7344 PER DOLLAR - REUTERS ESTIMATE

China PBOC expected to set yuan midpoint at 6.7344 per dollar: estimate

DIARY-Top Economic Events to October 29

Japanese Large Scale Retail Sales YoY Actual 2% (Forecast -, Previous -1%)

Japan July factory output rises 0.1% month-on-month

UPDATE 2-Bessent says yen moves 'pretty contained' and not disorderly

Japan July industrial output rises 0.1% m/m: govt (poll -0.7%)

BESSENT: U.S. BLOCKADE OF IRAN'S PORTS HAS CURBED CHINESE IMPORTS OF IRANIAN OIL

BESSENT SAYS HE DISAGREES WITH NARRATIVE THAT IRAN PRESSURE CAMPAIGN WILL NOT BE SUCCESSFUL UNLESS CHINESE FIRMS ARE TARGETED WITH SECONDARY SANCTIONS

Bessent expects new US secondary sanctions weekly, aiming to increase pressure on Iran

U.S. TREASURY PLANS TO IMPOSE MORE IRAN SECONDARY SANCTIONS EVERY WEEK, STARTING WITH BANKS, BESSENT TELLS REUTERS

Bessent: Iran pressure campaign won't succeed unless Chinese firms face secondary sanctions

US Treasury Secretary Bessent: banks told not to hold Iranian funds or support Iranian regime

U.S. Treasury to impose new Iran secondary sanctions weekly, beginning with banks: Bessent

JAPAN'S NIKKEI AVERAGE FUTURES DOWN 1.7% IN EARLY TRADE

UPDATE 1-South Korea's SK On signs energy storage battery deal with US firm NeoVolta Power

China's Shenzhen Longsys aims to raise $800 million in Hong Kong share sale

Singapore tackles finances and culture to avert a demographic crisis

One challenge for policy makers is that success on many measures won't show up immediately.

Jordan armed forces: eight missiles intercepted in airspace on Monday - state TV

What caused Nvidia's nasty reversal Friday? Look to the Fed for clues

In his Sunday column for Investing Club subscribers, Jim Cramer explores the linkage between Nvidia's stock, the oil market, and the Federal Reserve.

G20 countries should consider more trade barriers with China to cut imbalances, Bessent says

BESSENT: U.S. DIRECT TRADE POSITION WITH CHINA IMPROVING, WILL CONTINUE TO ADVANCE TARIFF REDUCTIONS ON $30 BILLION IN NON-STRATEGIC GOODS ON EACH SIDE

BESSENT SAYS IT IS UNCLEAR WHETHER HE WILL MEET WITH CHINESE VICE PREMIER HE LIFENG IN PERSON AHEAD OF NEXT TRUMP-XI SUMMIT IN LATE SEPTEMBER

U.S. TREASURY'S BESSENT SAYS WORLD CANNOT ACCEPT A CHINA WITH A SUSTAINED $1.2 TRILLION GLOBAL TRADE SURPLUS - REUTERS INTERVIEW

US Treasury's Bessent: world can't accept China with ongoing $1.2 trillion trade surplus - source interview

US Treasury Secretary Bessent: will urge G20 nations at finance meeting to reassess trade terms with China to lower global imbalances

Bessent: unclear if he will meet Chinese vice premier He Lifeng in person before Trump-Xi summit in late September

SK On signs battery supply deal for energy storage system use with NeoVolta Power

S. Korea July industrial output up 3.6% yr/yr vs poll 4.4%: stats office

S.Korea July retail sales seasonally adjusted -2.4% month on month: stats office

SK ON: SIGNS DEAL TO SUPPLY 9 GWH OF LFP POUCH BATTERY CELLS FOR ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS TO U.S. FIRM NEOVOLTA POWER

UPDATE 1-Bessent says yen moves 'pretty contained' and not disorderly

Iran's IRGC: launched ballistic missile strikes on two US bases in Jordan in retaliation for US attack on Larak Island - Iranian media

UPDATE 1-Vessels crossing Strait of Hormuz drop to 5 per day over weekend

Vessels crossing Hormuz strait drop to 5 per day over weekend

COMMODITY VESSELS TRANSITING VIA STRAIT OF HORMUZ DROP TO 5 PER DAY OVER WEEKEND -DATA

Commodity ships passing through Strait of Hormuz fall to 5 daily over weekend - data

Bessent says yen moves 'pretty contained' and not disorderly

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent: yen fluctuations are 'pretty well contained' when questioned about disorderly moves

Bessent: Japan likely reached end of Abenomics reflation program

BESSENT SAYS HE IS SURE THAT WITH JAPAN PRIME MINISTER'S BACKING, BOJ GOVERNOR UEDA WILL DO THE RIGHT THING ON MONETARY POLICY

U.S. TREASURY SECRETARY BESSENT, IN REUTERS INTERVIEW, SAYS YEN MOVES ARE 'PRETTY WELL CONTAINED,' WHEN ASKED WHETHER RECENT MOVES ARE DISORDERLY

No significant impact so far and almost all incoming missiles intercepted at this point: Fox reporter on X citing U.S. source

Iran is targeting U.S. forces in Jordan: Fox reporter on X, citing U.S. source

Oil jumps more than 2% after US attack on Iran's Larak island

UPDATE 1-ONEOK to buy Brazos Midstream's Permian Midland Basin assets for $4.43 billion

OIL PRICES RISE MORE THAN 2% AFTER US FORCES STRUCK IRAN'S LARAK ISLAND IN STRAIT OF HORMUZ

ONEOK to buy Brazos Midstream's Permian Midland Basin assets for $4.425 billion

Brazil budget to include $1.2 billion capital injection for Correios

Aon nears $17 billion deal to buy insurance broker USI, WSJ reports

Aon is nearing a roughly $17 billion deal, including debt, to acquire insurance brokerage USI from KKR, the Journal reported.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards spokesman: U.S. to face economic and military repercussions for attack on Larak Island - Fars

Iran's Revolutionary Guards: several soldiers and civilians killed and wounded in assault - state media

U.S. official: Revolutionary Guard Corps forces seen readying to launch rockets with sea mines into Strait of Hormuz

Explosion heard near Iran's Larak island: cause unknown - Iran's Fars

Trump-promoted Freedom Fuel stations sold gas a distributor says went unpaid for

A federal lawsuit claims that fuel distributor KRSM failed to pay for $4 million worth of fuel, some of which the company sold to the Freedom Fuel network.

Inaugural Makkah Accord strategic political and defence committee meeting set for Istanbul on Aug. 31: Pakistan foreign ministry

INSIGHT-Before flood catastrophe, Nepal asked China for early warnings as risks mounted

UPDATE 1-Aon close to acquiring USI Insurance from KKR in $17 billion deal, WSJ reports

Trump criticizes NBC over election comment as Treasury denies some NYT, WSJ and Bloomberg reporters G20 credentials

Trump's attack on NBC comes after the Treasury barred journalists from The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg from attending the G20.

Ukmto: tanker hit by projectile 12 nautical miles north of Oman’s Khasab

Aon close to acquiring USI Insurance from KKR in $17 billion deal, WSJ reports

Ukraine preparing for more talks with US president representatives: Zelenskiy

BRIEF-Aon Nears Roughly $17 Billion Deal For Insurance Brokerage USI From KKR - WSJ

AON NEARS ROUGHLY $17 BILLION DEAL FOR INSURANCE BROKERAGE USI FROM KKR - WSJ

UAE, Egypt central banks: Banque Misr branches in UAE will take all necessary steps to maintain normal business – joint statement

Costa stressed: EU fully respects democratic choice of Icelandic people, spokesperson says

Here are the 3 big things we're watching in the stock market in the week ahead

Broadcom and Palo Alto Networks report. Plus, it's jobs week.

Trump on Venezuela: plans to replenish strategic national reserves with Venezuelan oil

USDA CYCLOSPORA RESEARCH PROJECTS SHELVED AMID FUNDING CUTS AND RELOCATIONS - POLITICO

ICELAND PRIME MINISTER: THIS GOVERNMENT IS NOT GOING FORWARD WITH ACCESSION TALKS WITH THE EU THIS TERM

Iceland Prime Minister: We will keep reinforcing the EEA relationship

I'm a psychologist who studies couples: The happiest couples never fight about this 1 thing (it's not sex or money)

Psychologist and relationship expert Mark Travers says the happiest couples have stopped fighting about who's doing more. Here's how to avoid it.

Trump: Kristen Welker will face FCC reprimand or penalty

What new tariff walls in U.S.-Canada trade war mean for the economy's critical metals

When the U.S.-Canada trade war erupted, the market repriced metals and materials stocks and ETFs, but longer-term investors should be wary.

He beat Big Tobacco. Will the same playbook work against Meta and social media?

Mike Moore beat Big Tobacco. Will the same playbook work against Meta and social media?

The 'choose your own adventure' earnings: Why retailers are handling tariff refunds so differently

Retailers have diverged on how they've reported tariff refunds in their earnings this quarter, with some choosing to lower prices and others boosting margins.

Ukraine's defence minister: Kyiv tests four possible interceptors for jet-powered drones

Top Wall Street analysts suggest these 3 dividend stocks for consistent income

These three dividend stocks offer steady income in turbulent markets.

United Airlines says it will resume Tel Aviv-San Francisco flights in March 2027

REUTERS NEWS SCHEDULE AT 10 a.m. GMT/6 a.m. ET

US Treasury's Bessent faces G20 diplomacy test amid tariffs, Iran war, bond turmoil

UNITED AIRLINES SAYS WILL RESUME FLIGHTS BETWEEN TEL AVIV AND SAN FRANCISO ON MARCH 27, 2027 WITH THREE WEEKLY FLIGHTS

One killed in Ukrainian strike on Russia-controlled Luhansk region, Russia-appointed official says

INSIGHT-The battle to build a global defense bank

UPDATE 1-Malaysia PM unveils measures to tackle living costs, support local businesses

China Eastern posts wider first-half net loss

Iceland rejects eurozone accession talks: broadcaster RUV reports

Russian defence ministry: Russian forces start preparations for large-scale strikes on Ukraine energy infrastructure

UPDATE 1-Weekly exports from Ukraine rise 28%, APK-Inform consultancy says

Iceland EU referendum: ‘No’ camp leads with 52.5% of votes after 5 of 6 constituencies counted, broadcaster RUV reports

Weekly exports from Ukraine rise 28%, APK-Inform consultancy says

Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile formally accused of treason: lawyer

WEEKLY EXPORTS OF KEY GRAINS FROM UKRAINE INCREASE BY 28% IN AUGUST 20-26 PERIOD TO 240,900 TONS, SAYS APK-INFORM CONSULTANCY

Weekly exports of key grains from Ukraine rise 28% in August 20-26 to 240,900 tons: apk-inform consultancy

REUTERS NEWS SCHEDULE AT 6 a.m. GMT/2 a.m. ET

WRAPUP 5-Rescuers battle floods and debris as Himalayan disaster death toll nears 800

IRAN'S KHAMENEI, IN WRITTEN MESSAGE, CALLS FOR UNITY, MUTUAL DEFENCE AGAINST 'ENEMIES' AND COOPERATION AMONG MUSLIMS - STATEMENT

Iran’s Khamenei in note urges unity, joint defense against ‘enemies’ and Muslim cooperation - statement

Europe's central bankers fear more turbulence in testy U.S. relations

China identifies countries of 261 foreigners missing in Himalayan mudslide

South Korea's vice finance minister Lee Hyoung-il appointed finance minister: Yonhap

Venezuela's interim president: deal with U.S. aims to boost output to 1.5 million barrels a day

UAE central bank: special urgent probe with forensic review covering period cited by U.S. authorities for Banque Misr branch

Venezuelan interim president Delcy Rodriguez: energy deal with U.S. will last 25 years

US to take 35% stake in Venezuelan mogul Betancourt's oil venture, WSJ reports

Partial results in Iceland referendum on restarting EU accession talks show narrow lead for yes vote: RUV

Xal: Grok bot now compatible with X

UPDATE 1-GM union deal would invest C$1.1 bln in Canada auto factories amid US tariff pressure

OpenAI to end model access to Cursor after acquisition by Elon Musk's SpaceX

OpenAI plans to end model access through Cursor on Nov. 12, citing concerns after SpaceX’s $60 billion acquisition of the coding startup.

UPDATE 1-Iraq's Kurdistan region says oil output resumed at up to 230,000 barrels per day after drone strikes

Iraq's Kurdistan oil exports to Turkey's Ceyhan port at about 150,000 bpd: oil ministry spokesperson

Trump administration weighs Yosemite land swap for private developer’s access road

The Trump administration is considering a Yosemite land exchange that could give a developer more direct park access.

GM deal with workers would add Sierra pickup assembly to Canadian plant despite US tariff threat

UAE central bank: banks licensed in UAE should avoid exposing financial system to reputational risks

Bessent says disorderly yen moves can destabilize global markets

The big lesson from this week's earnings: The AI buildout is not a zero-sum game

Salesforce, CrowdStrike, and Nvidia all faced major tests with investors and crushed expectations.

Gen Zers quit their jobs to start a pickle company—now it’s valued at $8.5 million

Good Girl Snacks founders Leah Marcus and Yasaman Bakhitar built their startup's multimillion-dollar valuation with pickle jars and Gen Z branding strategies.

WRAPUP 4-Nepal resumes flood rescue, seeks technical help and billions of dollars

India's HDFC Bank CEO not seeking reappointment, to retire in October

K, C or E? Why economists can’t agree on the shape of today’s economy

Economists have long viewed the post-pandemic economy as "K"-shaped. That consensus has now evaporated.

Tech backlash reaches fever pitch as AI angst collides with social media fears

With data center concerns becoming a major election issue and Meta reaching a landmark settlement in a social media case, the tech backlash is gaining steam.

Goodyear burning rubber and cash as turnaround plan continues

The tire maker has an ongoing turnaround plan as the company tries to restructure its business, refinance and pay down years of debt.

Niger: Mutinous soldiers at Niamey base fire on sensitive sites in capital

Russia: seized Novoandriivka in Ukraine's Donetsk region - TASS

Banque Misr: reviewing US Treasury notice, will reach out to department for more details - statement

Ukraine's Zelenskiy vows punishment for those behind secondary blast triggered by Russian attack on Kyiv region warehouse

Niger government urges calm: security forces mobilising amid attack on capital - statement

42 people hurt, over 380 evacuated from strike zone: governor

Three killed in Ukrainian strike in Russia's Belgorod region, authorities say

Meta’s $18 billion settlement puts TikTok and YouTube on notice. Who's next on the firing line?

"Meta is seeking to ensure its competitors will face the same rules," one business professor told CNBC after Meta called on rivals to protect children online.

IRANIAN GOVERNMENT PLEDGES TO STAND FIRM AGAINST U.S. SANCTIONS, SAYS DIPLOMACY AND DEFENCE ARE 'COMPLEMENTARY AND INSEPARABLE' - STATEMENT

Iranian government pledges to resist U.S. sanctions: diplomacy and defense are ‘complementary and inseparable' - statement

NEPAL FLOOD: DEATH TOLL RISES TO 626 - NEPAL POLICE

OpenAI: ending partnership with Cursor after its acquisition by SpaceX

Sustained gunfire, explosions heard in several parts of Niger's capital Niamey: source witness

Venezuela interim president Rodriguez welcomes oil pact with U.S.: will bring $209 billion to treasury

U.S. oil output to average 13.83 million bpd in August vs 13.82 million bpd in July; set to average 13.77 million bpd in September - EIA

President Trump Was Right: America Controls the Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Central Command confirms what Democrats and the Fake News have spent months denying: the United States — not the Islamic Republic of Iran — controls the Strait of Hormuz. American forces are keeping energy moving to the world while denying Tehran the revenue it needs to threaten global commerce. Here are the facts: President […] The post President Trump Was Right: America Controls the Strait of Hormuz appeared first on The White House .

Colombia's marketed gas output declined 9.41% year over year in July to 722 million cubic feet per day: national hydrocarbon agency

Colombia finance minister to visit New York and Washington in coming days to clarify fiscal accounts to investors

Trump announces deal with Venezuela to secure more than 65 billion barrels of oil reserves

TRUMP: SECURED MAJORITY U.S. CONTROL OF MORE THAN 65 BLN BARRELS OF PROVEN OIL RESERVES IN VENEZUELA

Trump: United States has just reached an accord with Venezuela

Iran says mining continues without coordination with Tehran: statement

BILLIONAIRE GILINSKI, GEOPARK SAID TO BE NEAR VENEZUELA OIL DEAL - BLOOMBERG NEWS

CHEVRON IS CLOSE TO COMPLETING NEGOTIATIONS TO MIGRATE VENEZUELA JOINT VENTURES INTO COUNTRY’S NEW OIL FRAMEWORK, SOURCES SAY

IMF's Managing Director Georgieva: The strength of the US dollar is the strength of the US economy.

UNOFFICIALLY, FOR THE WEEK, THE S&P 500 GAINED 0.49%, THE NASDAQ ROSE 0.85%, AND THE DOW CLIMBED 0.53%

WALMART: WITHOUT ADMITTING LIABILITY, SETTLED US DOJ'S OPIOID CIVIL LITIGATION MATTER FOR AN IMMATERIAL AMOUNT, WHICH WAS ACCRUED AS OF JULY 31

ARCELORMITTAL TO INVEST 4 BLN TO 5 BLN REAIS IN ITS TUBARAO UNIT - STATEMENT

Corn and wheat prices jump to highest prices in more than three years

Corn and wheat futures have surged to their highest levels in more than three years. But the reasons for these recent rallies are notably different.

Pentagon is in talks with a Venezuelan mogul for a massive oil deal

The United States may reconsider its position on Britain's claim to the Falkland Islands if it does not increase its defence spending - Telegraph

JPMorgan's Manoukian on AI and Semiconductors $JPM

Iran's President Pezeshkian: Iran sold about 90 mln barrels of oil during the implementation of interim deal.

MANOUKIAN REMAINS BULLISH ON SEMICONDUCTORS AFTER 20%+ CORRECTION, SAYS PEAK IN AI EARNINGS ALREADY PRICED IN

JPMORGAN PRIVATE BANK'S U.S. HEAD OF INVESTMENT STRATEGY JACOB MANOUKIAN SAYS AI INVESTMENT MAY BE DRIVING HIGHER REAL RATES AS BOND MARKET ANTICIPATES PRODUCTIVITY GAIN

Stock traders warm up to Warsh as volatility index touches year-to-date low

The Cboe Volatility Index (VIX), which measures the price of 30-day options on the S&P 500 Index, fell to as low as 14.1.

CFTC Positions in the Week Ended August 25th, 2026

House to vote on stopgap bill Tuesday on suspension - Punchbowl

Bessent attacks Warren over yen intervention query, offers ‘Foreign Exchange for Dummies’ lesson

Treasury has not disclosed how much yen it bought, the execution rate or the current value of the position, despite Warren’s requests for details.

Iran's President Pezeshkian: Commitments include fuel, petrochem sanctions relief, release of funds, and resumption of investment.

Meta's $17 billion settlement mandates new safeguards for kids—many are promising, says safety expert

Following a major legal settlement, Instagram and Facebook users under age 18 will soon have a daily two-hour limit and won't be able to see reactions on posts.

Barclays and SocGen forecast Fed rate hikes in September and December.

Defense Secretary may again invite hundreds of senior military personnel to the US for a speech, sources say - WSJ

SEC Proposes Amendments to Exchange Act Rule 3a12-8 to Add European Union Debt Obligations

The Securities and Exchange Commission today proposed amendments to Rule 3a12-8 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to add the debt obligations of the European Union (EU) to the list of foreign government debt obligations designated as "exempted…

Trump loses bid to transfer New York hush money case to federal court

ECB's Kocher: The European economy is showing more momentum now.

Blue Owl leads $2.4 billion in debt deal to buy Nvidia chips $NVDA $OWL

Bank of Canada will not have a lockup for the September 2nd rate decision.

US ENERGY FIRMS LEAVE RIG COUNT UNCHANGED IN LATEST WEEK -BAKER HUGHES

US Baker Hughes Oil Rig Count Actual 447 (Forecast -, Previous 452)

Apple hikes subscription prices for Apple TV and Apple One in the U.S.

Apple raised prices for Apple Music by $1 per month in July, citing licensing costs.

Yemeni drones targeted a Saudi-backed mercenary base in Al-Mukha - IRIB cites news sources.

Fed's Goolsbee: I don't think Fed and Treasury are at cross purposes.

US would take stake in 17 oil fields in Venezuela - WaPo

Analysis: Kevin Warsh sharpens inflation warning at Jackson Hole, signaling possible rate hike

After confusing markets at his July press conference, Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh used Jackson Hole to give a clearer view of the case for higher interest rates.

Treasury moves to sanction UAE branch of Egyptian bank over Iran ties

Banque Misr UAE processed about $1.8 billion over two years for some 100 companies that are potentially part of Iran's shadow banking network, Treasury said.

Fed Chairman Warsh expresses concern about inflation advocates for 'quieter' central bank: Watch live

He used the speech to outline his philosophy on policymaking while carefully sidestepping any signals

Grand Theft Auto 6 preview signals blockbuster demand, analysts say

Take-Two shares moved higher in premarket Friday, as analysts said they were bullish on the GTA maker's parent company following a successful trailer launch.

Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday

Marvell fell victim to high expectations, and Affirm delivers a strong quarter.

The Tech Download: BlackBerry lost the phone war. Now it's betting on cars and robots

BlackBerry CEO John Giamatteo joins CNBC's Arjun Kharpal on The Tech Download podcast.

Labor Department to propose expansion of association health plans, which could lower insurance costs for some workers

The agency has submitted a rule proposal to the White House that could allow more workers to get health insurance through association health plans.

Marc Benioff is getting his mojo back as Salesforce's AI strength quiets skeptics

Salesforce's stock had its second-best day on record following earnings, as Wall Street shows renewed confidence in CEO Marc Benioff's AI story.

U.S. Navy blockade slashes Iran oil exports as Trump administration shifts to economic warfare

The U.S. has shifted to a campaign of economic warfare, after a dozen waves of airstrikes in July failed to force Tehran to abandon its claim to Hormuz.

Marvell shares tumble 8% as outlook underwhelms despite 37% revenue growth

Marvell Technology shares fell 8% in premarket trading despite a second-quarter revenue beat, as its fiscal 2028 outlook failed to meet investors' expectations.

Treasury yields tread water with all eyes on Kevin Warsh's Jackson Hole keynote speech

Treasury yields were little changed

Trump’s Greenland fixation puts security at the heart of Iceland’s knife-edge EU vote

Trump’s push to acquire Greenland and growing uncertainty over U.S. security commitments have added a geopolitical dimension to Iceland’s EU debate.

Six months into the Iran war: Markets become accustomed to stalemate with no end in sight

The war has far exceeded the four to six weeks the Trump administration estimated it would take to meet its objectives in Iran.

Trump ratchets up rhetoric against Beijing as U.S.-China officials meet for Xi's Washington visit

U.S. and Chinese officials met in Beijing this week, despite the White House's tough talk on China.

How DeepSeek founder's quant empire is taking on China's choppy IPO boom

High-Flyer Quant, which bankrolled DeepSeek, has come to the fore, making a push into new listings as it chases returns in China's red-hot IPO market.

Jim Cramer says Nvidia and Salesforce earnings upended two bear narratives

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said strong earnings from Nvidia and Salesforce shattered two major bear cases that had weighed on the tech stocks.

SEC: 38 Entities Feigned Legitimacy as U.S. Advisers Through False Filings to Lure Retail Investors

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged 38 entities alleging that they made material misrepresentations in Forms ADV filed with the Commission between 2025 and 2026 to falsely portray themselves as legitimate advisory firms to U.S. investors…

UAE ‘spy sheikh’ backs 49% stake in Trump family’s crypto bank venture, WSJ reports

World Liberty’s proposed trust bank has preliminary federal approval as the Trump-backed crypto venture deepens its ties to a senior UAE official.

President Trump Delivers for Texas: Lower Taxes, Border Security, and Jobs Coming Home

Today, President Donald J. Trump returns to Texas with a record to match the visit: tax relief in workers’ pockets, the most secure border in a generation, safer streets, and a surge of private investment creating new American jobs across the state. Historic Tax Relief for Texas Workers, Families, Seniors President Trump’s Working Families Tax […] The post President Trump Delivers for Texas: Lower Taxes, Border Security, and Jobs Coming Home appeared first on The White House .

Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh delivers his key Jackson Hole speech Friday. Here's what to expect

Prior Fed chairs have used the speech as an opportunity to lay out broad policy frameworks and intentions.

What's expected at Apple's September event — plus, an uneven rally in AI stocks

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

What Warsh will say and how the market will react, according to prediction markets

Kalshi sees a low chance that Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh will mention "bond market" or "rate cut" at the annual Jackson Hole Symposium.

NEVER SURRENDER: Karoline Leavitt’s Historic Tenure as White House Press Secretary

Today, Karoline Leavitt completes her final day as the 36th White House Press Secretary — the youngest person to ever hold the position and among the best ever to do it. She leaves the James S. Brady Briefing Room after a tenure defined by command, clarity, and an unrelenting defense of President Donald J. Trump […] The post NEVER SURRENDER: Karoline Leavitt’s Historic Tenure as White House Press Secretary appeared first on The White House .

'We have a limited window': 116 companies, entities sign on to major AI cyber defense push

The letter also urged a coordinated government effort to make cyber defense accessible to critical infrastructure under pressure.

Trump signs order to rename Lake Ontario 'Lake America' amid Canada trade war

President Donald Trump signed an executive order that he said will "immediately" change the name of Lake Ontario to "Lake America."

Salesforce leads software rally, rocketing 20% on track for second-best day ever

Salesforce reported a strong beat on second-quarter earnings and announced an expanded AI partnership with Anthropic.

We went 3 for 3 — what we learned from wins at Nvidia, Salesforce, and CrowdStrike

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Why to delay claiming Social Security — even when COLAs are high

New estimates show the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 may be up to 3.6%. Retirees may benefit from the boost even if they wait to claim.

Fed's Hammack says 'now is the time to act' on raising interest rates

Nvidia is bolstering support for Chinese open AI models as it warns of White House crackdown

Nvidia is optimizing hardware for DeepSeek and Qwen while warning that potential U.S. restrictions on models originating in China could hurt its business.

Okta skyrockets 20%, CrowdStrike surges 15% as rising AI threat boosts earnings

AI adoption is pushing customers to spend more on cybersecurity tools from companies such as CrowdStrike and Okta

Family offices are making a bullish bet on the stock market, according to CNBC Family Office Portfolio Tracker

The data includes the portfolios of hundreds of family offices, representing a total of $1.4 trillion in assets.

This is ‘one of the worst’ credit card habits, experts say—41% of cardholders do it

Missing a credit card payment can damage your credit for years, while paying only the minimum can leave you in debt for decades.

Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Thursday

Kansas City Fed's Schmid says inflation 'stubborn' and 'sticky,' policy rate not restrictive

The policymaker stopped just short of calling for an interest rate hike.

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with former employee of Banco Popular de Puerto Rico

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with former employee of Banco Popular de Puerto Rico

U.S. considers fresh round of tariffs on semiconductors, report says

As tech giants race to beat China in the AI infrastructure buildout, the U.S. is reportedly considering enforcing tariffs on semiconductors.

After Meta's landmark settlement with state AGs, legal headaches remain

Meta's agreement to settle a federal social media addiction case with state AGs doesn't absolve the company of similar litigation or potential regulation.

Nvidia jumps 6% in premarket trading after blockbuster earnings boost AI confidence

Nvidia shares rose on Thursday after the chip giant's revenue guidance reassured investors that AI demand will remain strong.

Treasury yields ease ahead of jobs data and Jackson Hole

Treasury yields were slightly lower as investors gear up for an initial jobless claims print and a highly-anticipated speech from Fed Chair Kevin Warsh.

Nvidia agrees to buy Hugging Face for $12.9 billion, report says

Nvidia reportedly agreed to buy open source AI platform Hugging Face for $12.9 billion as the chipmaker expands deeper into the AI ecosystem.

CIA chief John Ratcliffe reportedly made secretive Moscow trip to warn Russia against attacking NATO

Russia and Ukraine have intensified long-range drone and missile strikes as fears of further escalation grow.

Nvidia’s 70% growth forecast puts it on track to become tech’s No. 2 company by revenue

"Our demand is much greater than 70%," CEO Jensen Huang said on the earnings call.

Qantas shares jump after earnings as airline unveils new business-class seats

Qantas shares jumped 4% after the airline reported full-year earnings and introduced new business-class seats amid strong demand for premium travel.

Japanese startups, IPOs set for boost with platform to trade unlisted companies

The Japanese regulator's registration of a new trading platform for unlisted shares could help create a more favorable capital-raising environment for the country's IPO ecosystem.

China industrial profits growth cools to slowest in seven months as economic slowdown deepens

China's industrial profits growth in July slowed to its weakest pace this year, as soft demand and a broader slowdown in the economy weighed on manufacturers.

Bank of Korea hikes rates again as core inflation stays elevated

The Bank of Korea hiked rates by 25 basis points to 3%, its highest since January 2025 and in line with expectations.

Nvidia wows Wall Street with a strong quarter and an eye-popping sales forecast

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang did it again.

Jensen Huang defends Nvidia's growing financial support for AI ecosystem, says 'the risk is low'

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang defended the chipmaker’s growing role in financing AI companies, calling its investments a “once in a generation” opportunity.

We're raising our price target on Salesforce after results defy 'SaaSpocalypse'

Salesforce's numbers and guidance were strong. Plus, a new partnership with Anthropic offers another reason for optimism.

CrowdStrike's quarter shows AI is a cybersecurity tailwind, not a threat

Earlier this year, the bears thought advances in AI models could disintermediate the cybersecurity sector. So far, they've been proven wrong.

Fed Gov Lisa Cook’s lawyer fires back at Trump's renewed threat to oust her

The Supreme Court in late June blocked Trump from firing Cook from the Federal Reserve, but left the president with a path to try again to remove her.

CrowdStrike jumps 11% on record second quarter as 'Mythos moment' drives AI cyber wave

CrowdStrike shares have surged 61% this year to new highs as the threat from frontier AI has fueled demand for advanced security tools.

Okta pops 15% after topping estimates as AI threat spikes demand for identity security

New products accounted for 30% of total bookings and Okta said it closed dozens of AI deals during the period

Micron elevates two executives. Plus, what the Meta settlement means for its top line

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

Trump Delivers: 14 Recent Wins You May Have Missed

President Donald J. Trump is delivering the results he promised — and the wins keep stacking up. From the securing a landmark election integrity ruling and launching the largest visa crackdown in American history to cutting illegals off taxpayer benefits and driving fentanyl deaths way down, the Trump Administration posted another decisive week putting the […] The post Trump Delivers: 14 Recent Wins You May Have Missed appeared first on The White House .

Trump Delivers: 14 Recent Wins You May Have Missed

President Donald J. Trump is delivering the results he promised — and the wins keep stacking up. From the securing a landmark election integrity ruling and launching the largest visa crackdown in American history to cutting illegals off taxpayer benefits and driving fentanyl deaths way down, the Trump Administration posted another decisive week putting the […] The post Trump Delivers: 14 Recent Wins You May Have Missed appeared first on The White House .

How Dolly Parton inspired women in leadership: 'We all owe Dolly a debt'

The legendary Dolly Parton inspired women to dream bigger and fight for what they deserve. Female business leaders and workers share what the icon meant to them.

Nvidia, CrowdStike and Salesforce face big tests tonight. Here's what we need to see

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Economists want Warsh to share more on his view of the economy at Jackson Hole, says CNBC survey

Eighty percent of CNBC Fed Survey respondents say the Federal Reserve Chairman Warsh should provide more insight into his economic views.

Why we need ‘Human Reserved’ jobs, says Bill Gates—and how we can combat the worst of the AI upheaval

"This unprecedented technology demands an unprecedented global response," Bill Gates wrote in a 6,000-word memo.

Apple sets iPhone launch event for Sept. 9, first under new CEO John Ternus

Analysts expect the company to launch new iPhones and Apple Watches at the event, including the company's first folding phone

States sue to block Trump-backed USPS mail-ballot rule after Supreme Court setback

The rule in question would require election officials to give USPS voter information and use federally reviewed, uniquely barcoded ballot envelopes.

Fed, NASA and DOJ among victims of China hacker group: Court documents

Hackers targeted networks "operated by hospitals, telecommunications providers, power companies, financial institutions, and defense contractors," a filing said.

The post-penny economy: How cash rounding and credit card surcharges are changing what you pay

More merchants are rounding change for cash purchases to the nearest nickel due to the end of penny production, or adding surcharges to credit card transactions.

We're buying the dip — again — in a retailer not getting credit for addressing weak sales

Wednesday's decline can be attributed to a downgrade at Jefferies, which we disagree with.

Lost in limbo: Where the Paramount merger delay leaves WBD, and what may come next

Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery is stalled due to an antitrust lawsuit, leaving WBD in limbo during a pivotal moment for media.

OpenAI’s Jalapeño AI chip brings new 'threat' to Nvidia margins as custom silicon gains ground

OpenAI’s Jalapeño chip beat Nvidia Blackwell systems on key inference-efficiency tests as custom AI silicon gains ground among major tech companies.

Meta settles federal social media addiction trial with California AG, others

Meta and coalition of state attorneys general settled a federal trial centering on allegations that the social media giant misrepresented the extent of child-related mental health harms.

President Trump Is Finally Ending Canada’s Free Ride

Canada has been ripping off the United States for decades — and President Donald J. Trump is done letting them get away with it. Last week, the U.S. offered Canada the most preferential market access of any country on Earth, with deep cuts on steel, aluminum, autos, lumber, and more. Instead of partnership, Canada chose […] The post President Trump Is Finally Ending Canada’s Free Ride appeared first on The White House .

Operation Economic Outcast: Total Isolation of the Iranian Regime

Today, the Trump Administration unleashed Operation Economic Outcast, an unprecedented campaign to sever every remaining economic lifeline sustaining the Islamic Republic of Iran. After President Trump and the overwhelming might of the U.S. military dismantled Iran’s military capabilities and crippled its nuclear program, America is entering the endgame with the single greatest financial offensive ever […] The post Operation Economic Outcast: Total Isolation of the Iranian Regime appeared

President Trump Champions Educational Freedom — Putting Students and Parents First

Today, President Donald J. Trump welcomes students, parents, and education advocates to the White House to celebrate the start of a new school year. Under President Trump’s and Secretary of Education Linda McMahon’s leadership, this Administration has delivered an unparalleled record of expanding educational freedom, restoring parental rights, returning power to the states, and putting […] The post President Trump Champions Educational Freedom — Putting Students and Parents First appeared

President Trump and Republicans Deliver for South Carolina Families

Today, President Donald J. Trump returns to South Carolina to celebrate the powerful results of America First leadership. Under President Trump and Republicans, South Carolina is thriving: the largest tax cuts for working families in a generation, the most secure border in history, plunging crime rates, unleashed American energy, and a surge of private investment […] The post President Trump and Republicans Deliver for South Carolina Families appeared first on The White House .

President Trump’s Cabinet Champions America First Successes Nationwide

From the heartland to the coasts, members of President Donald J. Trump’s Cabinet are on the ground across the nation to engage with Americans and showcase the Administration’s signature achievements. From energy dominance and infrastructure modernization to manufacturing growth, veterans’ care, and border security, these visits deliver an unmistakable message: the America First agenda is […] The post President Trump’s Cabinet Champions America First Successes Nationwide appeared first on T

Federal Reserve Board announces approval of application by National Westminster Bank Plc

Federal Reserve Board announces approval of application by National Westminster Bank Plc

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement actions with former employee of Regions Bank and former employee of United Community Bank

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement actions with former employee of Regions Bank and former employee of United Community Bank

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with SouthPoint Bancshares, Inc. and announces termination of enforcement action with Deutsche Bank AG, DB USA Corporation, and Deutsche Bank AG New York Branch

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with SouthPoint Bancshares, Inc. and announces termination of enforcement action with Deutsche Bank AG, DB USA Corporation, and Deutsche Bank AG New York Branch

President Trump’s Trade Agenda Is Rebuilding the American Auto Industry

Ford Motor Company announced it will reshore production of its Lincoln models to the United States — phasing out imports from China and creating thousands of new American jobs. This is the latest proof that President Donald J. Trump’s America First trade agenda is delivering exactly as designed: rewarding domestic manufacturing, protecting American workers, and […] The post President Trump’s Trade Agenda Is Rebuilding the American Auto Industry appeared first on The White House .

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, July 28–29, 2026

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, July 28–29, 2026

SEC Charges Former Executives With Fraud in Connection With $1.9 Billion Collapse of Subprime Auto Lender Tricolor

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged Daniel Chu, Jerome Kollar, and Ameryn Seibold, the former CEO, CFO, and Senior Director of Finance, respectively, at Texas-based Tricolor Holdings, LLC, for their roles in an alleged multi-year scheme…

President Trump Delivers the Largest Drop in Violent Crime in American History

President Donald J. Trump and his Administration have delivered the most dramatic decline in violent crime in American history. According to the FBI’s newly released Uniform Crime Report for 2025, America is safer than it has been in generations. The Largest Annual Drop in Violent Crime Ever Recorded: These numbers — in line with the […] The post President Trump Delivers the Largest Drop in Violent Crime in American History appeared first on The White House .

President Trump Delivers the Largest Drop in Violent Crime in American History

President Donald J. Trump and his Administration have delivered the most dramatic decline in violent crime in American history. According to the FBI’s newly released Uniform Crime Report for 2025, America is safer than it has been in generations. The Largest Annual Drop in Violent Crime Ever Recorded: These numbers — in line with the […] The post President Trump Delivers the Largest Drop in Violent Crime in American History appeared first on The White House .

SEC Proposes New Regulation Crypto Assets

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that it proposed new rules, titled “Regulation Crypto Assets,” that would create a clear and fit-for-purpose framework for certain investment contracts involving crypto assets. This proposal follows…

ICYMI: “USS Lincoln: Performance For the Ages”

In a powerful op-ed, U.S. Central Command Commander Adm. Brad Cooper shares a firsthand account from his visit to the USS Abraham Lincoln. Adm. Cooper describes a crew of extraordinary American sailors whose unwavering dedication to their country, their mission, and each other continues to define one of the most intense and consequential deployments in […] The post ICYMI: “USS Lincoln: Performance For the Ages” appeared first on The White House .

President Trump Delivers Largest Prescription Drug Price Drop in Over 60 Years

President Donald J. Trump promised to slash prescription drug prices — and he has delivered. New data confirms prescription drug prices just recorded their largest annual decline in more than 60 years, the steepest drop since 1963, as the Trump Administration’s landmark Most Favored Nation policies take hold. President Trump is the first President to […] The post President Trump Delivers Largest Prescription Drug Price Drop in Over 60 Years appeared first on The White House .

SEC Charges Boiler Room Operator and Three Entities with Defrauding Retail Investors in $74 Million Pre-IPO Investment Scam

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged New York resident Andrew Spaventa and three entities he owned and controlled with fraud and other violations in connection with unregistered securities offerings of private funds that purportedly…

SEC Charges Toms River Trio in Connection with Alleged $47 Million Fraud Targeting Orthodox Jewish Communities

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged three Toms River, New Jersey residents for their roles in an affinity investment fraud that raised approximately $47 million from more than 87 investors, who were primarily members of Orthodox Jewish…

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with former employee of Regions Bank

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with former employee of Regions Bank

The Great Transshipment Scam

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America First Means Ohio First: President Trump, Republicans Deliver for Ohio

Today, President Donald J. Trump returns to the Buckeye State for the Patriot Games finals — celebrating 250 years of American independence by honoring the excellence, grit, and competitive spirit of America’s youth. As he visits Ohio, one thing is undeniable: under President Trump and Republican leadership, Ohio is thriving. Since returning to office, President […] The post America First Means Ohio First: President Trump, Republicans Deliver for Ohio appeared first on The White House .

ICYMI: “Violent crime keeps falling in biggest U.S. cities”

A new mid-year crime report delivers more clear proof: President Donald J. Trump’s law-and-order agenda is crushing violent crime across America. According to the Major Cities Chiefs Association, homicides in the nation’s largest cities are down 17.2% from the first half of last year — alongside sharp declines in robberies, rapes, aggravated assaults, and overall […] The post ICYMI: “Violent crime keeps falling in biggest U.S. cities” appeared first on The White House .

One Year Later, President Trump Has Delivered on Making D.C. Safe Again

One year after President Donald J. Trump declared a crime emergency in the District of Columbia and unleashed the Make D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force, the results are undeniable. The nation’s capital is no longer a Democrat-run nightmare of murder and lawlessness. Violent predators, gangbangers, drug traffickers, and sex offenders have been removed from […] The post One Year Later, President Trump Has Delivered on Making D.C. Safe Again appeared first on The White House .

SEC Charges Private Fund Adviser Adit Ventures Management, Its CEO and Affiliated General Partners in Alleged Fraud

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged New York-based investment adviser Adit Ventures Management LLC, its CEO Eric Munson, and three affiliated general partners, Adit Ventures LLC; Adit Ventures II LLC; and Adit Ventures III LLC (the…

ICYMI: Statement from President Donald J. Trump

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Private Sector Answers President Trump’s Call to Lower Prices for American Families

President Donald J. Trump inherited an economy battered by years of inflation that crushed working families. Through bold action to restore American energy dominance, slash red tape, and secure fair trade, the Trump Administration is quickly rebuilding the foundation for lasting prosperity. That leadership is producing results. Across the country, private sector companies are responding […] The post Private Sector Answers President Trump’s Call to Lower Prices for American Families appeare

Fraud.gov: Track the Trump Administration’s Relentless War on Fraud

President Donald J. Trump and Vice President JD Vance are waging war on the fraudsters and scammers who have looted hardworking Americans for far too long. Today, that war becomes fully transparent at fraud.gov — a new website where Americans can track every action, every takedown, and every dollar recovered as part of the unrelenting […] The post Fraud.gov: Track the Trump Administration’s Relentless War on Fraud appeared first on The White House .

SEC Establishes Financial Reporting and Accounting Unit in Enforcement Division

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced it is establishing a new specialized unit within the Division of Enforcement to provide the dedicated expertise, focus, and capacity to pursue accounting and financial reporting fraud cases as well…

President Trump and Republicans Deliver Big Wins for the Silver State

From the largest tax cut for working families in American history to the most secure border on record, Nevada is winning again under President Donald J. Trump and Republican leadership. Since returning to office, President Trump has cut taxes, driven down crime, secured the border, opened federal lands, unleashed American energy, and attracted billions in […] The post President Trump and Republicans Deliver Big Wins for the Silver State appeared first on The White House .

FBI secretly opened probe alleging Trump fired Comey because he was a Russian asset, declassified memos show

By John Solomon The FBI opened a criminal probe specifically targeting Donald Trump in May 2017, alleging the newly elected president may have been acting as a Russian asset when he fired then-Director James Comey even though the bureau’s own evidence overwhelmingly showed at the time there was no collusion with the Kremlin. Internal FBI […] The post FBI secretly opened probe alleging Trump fired Comey because he was a Russian asset, declassified memos show appeared first on The White Hous

Manufacturing Jobs Flock to the U.S. Thanks to President Trump’s America First Economic Agenda

With President Trump’s economic agenda taking effect, the United States is seeing an economic revival across our manufacturing industry. July saw the strongest expansion in domestic manufacturing activity in more than four years, marking seven consecutive months of growth in the sector. The results are clear: President Trump’s Working Families Tax Cuts and America First […] The post Manufacturing Jobs Flock to the U.S. Thanks to President Trump’s America First Economic Agenda appeared firs

Federal Reserve Board announces approval of the application by Banco Santander, S.A. and Santander Holdings USA, Inc.

Federal Reserve Board announces approval of the application by Banco Santander, S.A. and Santander Holdings USA, Inc.

Federal Reserve Board announces approval of the application by FS Bancorp, Inc.

Federal Reserve Board announces approval of the application by FS Bancorp, Inc.

Federal Reserve Board announces approval of the application by Coastal Bend Bancshares, Inc.

Federal Reserve Board announces approval of the application by Coastal Bend Bancshares, Inc.

Under President Trump, U.S. Factories Expand at Fastest Clip in More Than Four Years

U.S. manufacturing activity surged in July at the strongest rate in more than four years — driven by soaring demand, record production, and a wave of new hiring. This is the latest clear result of President Donald J. Trump’s economic agenda delivering an industrial renaissance across America. The Institute for Supply Management Manufacturing PMI shows […] The post Under President Trump, U.S. Factories Expand at Fastest Clip in More Than Four Years appeared first on The White House .

President Trump Hosts Historic Cabinet Meeting at Camp David

President Donald J. Trump convened his Cabinet today for the first live, televised Cabinet meeting at Camp David in American history. The session showcased the Trump Administration’s rapid progress in restoring American strength, security, prosperity, and common sense after years of Democrat-driven decline. President Trump opened the meeting by highlighting some of his Administration’s signature […] The post President Trump Hosts Historic Cabinet Meeting at Camp David appeared first on The

ICYMI: Confirm Todd Blanche as Attorney General

President Donald J. Trump’s nominee for Attorney General, Todd Blanche, should be confirmed by the U.S. Senate without delay. As President Trump has stated, “Todd Blanche is a STAR, and everyone knows it!” A broad coalition of law enforcement organizations, state attorneys general, former Justice Department officials, editorial boards, legal experts, advocacy groups, and Members […] The post ICYMI: Confirm Todd Blanche as Attorney General appeared first on The White House .

Federal Reserve Board requests comment on a proposal to modernize rules for mutual banking organizations

Federal Reserve Board requests comment on a proposal to modernize rules for mutual banking organizations

Federal Reserve Board requests comment on a proposal to modernize its rule governing the extension of credit to bank "insiders"—bank executives, board members and major shareholders who could potentially influence a bank's lending decisions

Federal Reserve Board requests comment on a proposal to modernize its rule governing the extension of credit to bank "insiders"—bank executives, board members and major shareholders who could potentially influence a bank's lending decisions

SEC Announces Continuation of Small Business Advisory Committee Meeting

The Securities and Exchange Commission announced that the Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee meeting held on July 21, 2026, will reconvene August 6, 2026, at 1 p.m. ET, virtually, on SEC.gov. The committee will…

The White House Government Transparency Task Force Fact Sheet

The White House Government Transparency Task Force releases the following fact sheet approved by the directors of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the National Security Agency, the Central Intelligence Agency, and the Department of Homeland Security relating to President Donald J. Trump’s recent declassification of documents. These documents were originally produced by […] The post The White House Government Transparency Task Force Fact Sheet appeared first on The White

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with Iuka Bancshares, Inc. and The Iuka State Bank

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with Iuka Bancshares, Inc. and The Iuka State Bank

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement actions with former employee of Regions Bank and former employee of First Interstate Bank

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement actions with former employee of Regions Bank and former employee of First Interstate Bank

Crime Plummets to Another Historic Low Under President Trump

Under President Donald J. Trump, violent crime is collapsing at a pace unmatched in modern American history. A new mid-year report confirms that homicides are again on track to reach the lowest level in more than a century — building on last year’s extraordinary progress and delivering on one of President Trump’s core promises to […] The post Crime Plummets to Another Historic Low Under President Trump appeared first on The White House .

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Small Business Forum’s Report to Congress Highlights Recommendations to Improve Capital-Raising Policy

The Securities and Exchange Commission released a report to Congress today highlighting policy recommendations from the SEC’s 45th Annual Government-Business Forum on Small Business Capital Formation. The report provides a summary of the forum…

Made in Michigan Again: President Trump’s Trade Agenda Is Supercharging American Auto Manufacturing

President Donald J. Trump returns to Michigan today to visit the General Motors Proving Ground in Milford and celebrate the roaring comeback of American auto manufacturing under his leadership. Since taking office, President Trump has ignited an automotive renaissance — onshoring production, restoring factory jobs, and making vehicles in Michigan again. Record Investments. Record Sales. […] The post Made in Michigan Again: President Trump’s Trade Agenda Is Supercharging American Auto Manuf

WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: President Trump Unites Industry and State Leaders to Protect American Ratepayers

At the EPA Headquarters on Thursday, President Trump convened utilities, data center developers, and state leaders to announce a major expansion of his administration’s historic Ratepayer Protection Pledge — a first-of-its-kind commitment that ensures American AI dominance does not come at the expense of households and businesses. Here’s what they’re saying: Edison Electric Institute CEO Drew Maloney: […] The post WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: President Trump Unites Industry and State Le

President Trump’s Ratepayer Protection Pledge Secures American AI Dominance, Protects Consumers

Today, President Donald J. Trump heralded a historic expansion of the Ratepayer Protection Pledge, bringing more than 200 additional utilities, data center developers, cooperatives, and states into this growing national commitment. The goal is clear: ensure the growth of data centers powering America’s AI dominance will not raise electricity bills for American households and businesses. […] The post President Trump’s Ratepayer Protection Pledge Secures American AI Dominance, Protects Consu

SEC Announces Roundtable on Preparations for 24-Hour Trading

The Securities and Exchange Commission announced today that it will host a roundtable on Sept. 17, 2026, to discuss moving towards 24-hour trading in the U.S. equity markets, including preparations to support overnight trading, operations and resiliency…

SEC Announces Departure of Principal Deputy Director of Enforcement Sam Waldon

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Sam Waldon, Principal Deputy Director of the Division of Enforcement, will depart the agency on July 31, 2026, after more than 14 years at the SEC. He will be succeeded as Principal Deputy…

Trump Administration Announces More Than $5 Billion for the Genesis Mission, a National Mission on AI for Science

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Assistant to the President and Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Michael Kratsios unveiled more than $5 billion in Federal commitments expanding the Genesis Mission alongside new mission-driven National Science and Technology Challenges. Tune in to the Genesis Mission 2026 Summit live on July 22, 2026 […] The post Trump Administration Announces More Than $5 Billion for the Genesis Mission, a National Mission on AI for Science

OSTP Director Releases Landmark Report and Recommendations for Renewing American Scientific Discovery

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Assistant to the President and Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) Michael Kratsios published a new report to President Trump that charts a bold course to revitalize American research and development (R&D). The report, entitled Science: A New Golden Age, marks the first comprehensive rethinking […] The post OSTP Director Releases Landmark Report and Recommendations for Renewing American Scientific Discovery appeared first o

Democrat “Glitch” Registers Thousands of Noncitizens to Vote: Another Reason to Pass the SAVE America Act

Democrat New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill admitted today that a “software glitch” registered approximately 6,600 noncitizens to vote in her state between 2023 and 2024 — and hundreds of them actually cast ballots. This is the direct result of Democrat policies that refuse basic citizenship checks — and exactly why Congress must pass the SAVE […] The post Democrat “Glitch” Registers Thousands of Noncitizens to Vote: Another Reason to Pass the SAVE America Act appeared first on The White House

President Trump’s Working Families Tax Cuts Ignite Manufacturing Renaissance Across All 50 States

One year after President Donald J. Trump signed the Working Families Tax Cuts into law, a new report confirms the legislation has delivered a powerful manufacturing resurgence in every state. The landmark law has sustained nearly six million American jobs, preserved more than $1 trillion in economic output, and safeguarded $540 billion in wages — […] The post President Trump’s Working Families Tax Cuts Ignite Manufacturing Renaissance Across All 50 States appeared first on The White House

Trump Administration Unleashes Global Campaign to Crush Radical Left Terrorism

Today, the Trump Administration convened senior officials from governments around the world to launch an unprecedented global offensive against the transnational threat of Radical Left terrorism. Under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump, far-left extremism will be treated with the same seriousness and ferocity the world has long reserved for jihadist terrorism. This is […] The post Trump Administration Unleashes Global Campaign to Crush Radical Left Terrorism appeared first on The

SEC Proposes New E-Delivery Approach to Make Information More Readily Accessible and Useful for Investors

The Securities and Exchange Commission today proposed Regulation E-Delivery, a new rule that would expand the ability of issuers, broker-dealers, investment advisers, and others to use electronic delivery to satisfy information delivery requirements…

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with former chief lending officer of Heritage State Bank

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with former chief lending officer of Heritage State Bank

Law Enforcement Leaders Across America Support Todd Blanche for Attorney General

President Donald J. Trump’s nominee for Attorney General, Todd Blanche, has secured strong endorsements from a powerful coalition of law enforcement organizations, state attorneys general, and public officials nationwide. A veteran prosecutor and defense attorney, Mr. Blanche has already delivered clear results as Deputy Attorney General and Acting Attorney General. He has aggressively targeted drug […] The post Law Enforcement Leaders Across America Support Todd Blanche for Attorney Gener

White House Launches Gold Eagle Initiative for Unprecedented Cybersecurity Vulnerability Coordination

President Trump’s bold vision to secure and accelerate American artificial intelligence (AI) innovation is being actioned through the creation of “GOLD EAGLE,” a clearinghouse that enables unprecedented cybersecurity vulnerability coordination. Open-source software partners and American critical infrastructure companies built a coordinated system to receive and patch cyber vulnerabilities at a speed and scale never seen […] The post White House Launches Gold Eagle Initiative for Unpreceden

President Trump’s Relentless Strategy Is Dismantling Fentanyl Networks and Saving Lives

This week, the Trump Administration convenes the inaugural Fentanyl Free America Summit, bringing together partners from across the country to lock in and accelerate the historic progress achieved against the deadliest drug threat in history. Thanks to the Trump Administration’s relentless, multi-front campaign — securing the border, targeting transnational gangs, and applying maximum pressure on […] The post President Trump’s Relentless Strategy Is Dismantling Fentanyl Networks and Saving

President Trump Honors the Life and Legacy of Senator Lindsey Graham

President Donald J. Trump reflected on the life and legacy of Senator Lindsey Graham following his sudden passing this weekend. Speaking in several interviews, President Trump spoke of his close friendship with the longtime South Carolina senator and heralded Senator Graham’s sharp political instincts, his courage in important moments, and his deep commitment to the […] The post President Trump Honors the Life and Legacy of Senator Lindsey Graham appeared first on The White House .

Minnesota Democrats Pardoned a Convicted Child Rapist. President Trump Deported Him.

A convicted child sex offender is no longer in our country thanks to President Donald J. Trump and his Administration — defeating a sick attempt by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison to lend him safe harbor in the so-called “sanctuary” state. Laotian national Tou Lue Vang was convicted of repeatedly sexually […] The post Minnesota Democrats Pardoned a Convicted Child Rapist. President Trump Deported Him. appeared first on The White House .

SEC Office of Municipal Securities Updates FAQs for Registration of Municipal Advisors

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Office of Municipal Securities today announced it has updated its Registration of Municipal Advisors FAQs webpage to offer more clarity on municipal advisor registration and recordkeeping requirements. The…

White House CEQ Announces Technology Solutions Selected to Showcase at Permitting Innovators Expo

Industry partners to showcase permitting technologies at the Permitting Innovators Expo. Today, the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) announced the innovators invited to showcase their technology solutions at the inaugural Permitting Innovators Expo on July 31 in the Washington, D.C. area. Following President Trump’s directive to update permitting technology for the 21st century, CEQ invited […] The post White House CEQ Announces Technology Solutions Selected to Showcase at Permitting

Federal Reserve announces the leadership and objectives of its task forces to advance the conduct of monetary policy

Federal Reserve announces the leadership and objectives of its task forces to advance the conduct of monetary policy

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with TS Banking Group, Inc. and TS Contrarian Bancshares, Inc.

Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with TS Banking Group, Inc. and TS Contrarian Bancshares, Inc.

SEC to Host Virtual Roundtable on Modernizing IPOs and Expanding Access to Public Markets

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Office of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation and the Division of Corporation Finance will co-host a livestreamed discussion on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 2 p.m. to re-examine…

SEC Small Business Advisory Committee to Explore Modernizing Market Access

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee announced that it will hold a meeting on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 10 a.m. to explore ways to modernize public market access and encourage IPOs…

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, June 16-17, 2026

Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, June 16-17, 2026

Democrats Fought Against Historic Tax Cuts. Now They’re Fighting Against Opportunity for America’s Kids.

President Donald J. Trump and Republicans delivered the largest middle- and working-class tax cuts in history through the Working Families Tax Cuts, which Democrats fought every step of the way. Now, Democrats are smearing Trump Accounts — the program giving every eligible American child a $1,000 head start on building real wealth. These accounts put […] The post Democrats Fought Against Historic Tax Cuts. Now They’re Fighting Against Opportunity for America’s Kids. appeared first on The W

SEC Forms New Retail Fraud Working Group

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced the creation of the Retail Fraud Working Group designed to strengthen the Division of Enforcement’s efforts to identify and combat fraud targeting everyday investors.The Retail Fraud Working Group…

Federal Reserve Board requests comment on a proposal to amend its requirements for banks to maintain anti-money laundering programs

Federal Reserve Board requests comment on a proposal to amend its requirements for banks to maintain anti-money laundering programs

SEC Names Paul Knight as Chief Operating Officer

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that Paul Knight has been named as the agency’s Chief Operating Officer (COO).As COO, Mr. Knight will oversee the SEC's operational and administrative functions, including the agency's Office of…

President Trump Rings in Trump Accounts with Historic Opening Bell Ceremony from the Oval Office

In a historic first, President Donald J. Trump today rang the opening bells of both the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ from the Oval Office, marking the official launch of Trump Accounts and igniting a new era of American prosperity for millions of children. Created under President Trump’s Working Families Tax Cuts Act, Trump […] The post President Trump Rings in Trump Accounts with Historic Opening Bell Ceremony from the Oval Office appeared first on The White House .

Saving America’s Story

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One Year Later: President Trump’s Working Families Tax Cuts Are Delivering for American Workers

As we celebrate America’s 250th birthday this week, our nation is stronger with President Trump at the helm— a leader who believes that people who work hard every day deserve to keep more of what they earn. One year after President Trump signed the Working Families Tax Cuts into law, this once-in-a-generation legislation is delivering […] The post One Year Later: President Trump’s Working Families Tax Cuts Are Delivering for American Workers appeared first on The White House .

SEC Publishes Updated Market Statistics, Highlighting Increase in IPOs and Proceeds Raised

The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Economic and Risk Analysis (DERA) published updated statistics and data visualizations covering key segments of the U.S. capital markets, including three new asset-backed securities (ABS) issuance data…

SEC Seeks Public Comment on Novel Exchange-Traded Funds

The Securities and Exchange Commission today issued a request for public comment on exchange-traded funds (ETFs) seeking to invest in innovative asset classes or engage in novel investment strategies. The request focuses on ways to facilitate innovation…

SEC, CFTC Seek Public Comment on the Harmonization of Portfolio Margining Frameworks

The Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission today issued a joint request for public comment on potential approaches to further harmonize regulatory frameworks applicable to portfolio margining across securities,…

SEC Appoints Kathleen Hutchinson as Director of Office of International Affairs

The Securities and Exchange Commission has appointed Kathleen M. Hutchinson as Director of the agency’s Office of International Affairs (OIA). OIA advises the Commission on international policy matters, coordinates with foreign authorities across the…

SEC, CFTC Seek Public Comment to Further Clarify and Harmonize Derivatives Product Definitions

The Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission today issued a joint request for public comment on potential opportunities to further update, clarify, and harmonize certain derivatives product definitions and…

SEC, CFTC Seek Public Input on Data Reporting Frameworks for Security-Based Swap and Swap Markets

The Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission today issued a joint request for public comment on potential opportunities to harmonize, modernize, and streamline data reporting requirements in their regulation of the…

SEC Appoints John Moses as Director of the Office of Investor Education and Assistance

The Securities and Exchange Commission has appointed John Moses as Director of the agency’s Office of Investor Education and Assistance, which provides services and resources to help investors build their financial futures and protect against investment…