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Market Commentary
Markets Hit Highs as Inflation, GDP Data Loom
After stocks hit record highs Tuesday, Fed speakers and tech earnings are in focus today, while key inflation and GDP data are on the menu later this week.
May 27, 2026
Rally Gathers Steam on Chip Strength, Peace Hopes
The chip rally continued early, lifting tech and extending the long rally to new highs. Oil fell 5% after Iranian news reports that the Strait of Hormuz might reopen in a month.
May 27, 2026
Inflation Data Looms With Stocks Near Highs
Key inflation, housing, and consumer confidence data headline the shortened week ahead as a strong earnings season winds down after lifting stocks to near record highs.
May 26, 2026
Kevin Kisner: PGA TOUR Player & Broadcaster
Kevin Kisner reflects on how grit, competitiveness, and a nontraditional path shaped his PGA TOUR career. He also shares why he transitioned into broadcasting while remaining deeply connected to golf’s future and growth.
May 26, 2026
Warsh Settles In as Yields Hit Historic High
Kevin Warsh officially takes the reins at the Federal Reserve, facing challenges ahead as yields surge. Elsewhere bitcoin battles resistance and software bounces back.
May 22, 2026
Warsh Prepares to Take Helm with Stocks Near Highs
Kevin Warsh gets sworn in as Fed chair today, putting him in the spotlight if he mentions the economy. Stocks are on pace for weekly gains, with sentiment data due after the open.
May 22, 2026
How Do Treasury Auctions Work?
Growing U.S. debt and relatively high interest rates have increased interest in U.S. Treasury auctions. Learn how they work, how to participate in them, and why they matter.
May 21, 2026
Cybersecurity Tips for Travelers
Devices can help keep you connected while traveling, but they're also susceptible to unique risks. Here's how to boost your cybersecurity when you're away from home.
May 21, 2026
Ready or Not, the Digital Stock Market Is Coming
Tokenization is often associated with cryptocurrency, but now Wall Street is looking to tokenize stocks. What do investors need to know about a digital stock market?
May 21, 2026
Short Interest Monitor: ASTS, LYFT, RIOT
The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. Explore the latest edition to gauge investor sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.
May 13, 2026
What's Free Cash Flow and Why It Matters
Though investors often focus on revenue and earnings, a company's free cash flow has longer-term implications that can tell investors more about the health of a business.
May 12, 2026
2026 RMD Reference Guide
What's new with required minimum distributions? We cover the basics here.
May 12, 2026
Can AI Continue to Drive Emerging Market Stocks?
Emerging market stocks have rebounded to new highs following their correction at the onset of the Iran war. The recent rally has been concentrated around AI. Can this continue?
May 11, 2026
Inflation Data, War News Could Dominate Week Ahead
With the earnings calendar lighter, investors focus on two key inflation reports, retail sales and war news this week. The tech rally took indexes to new record highs Friday.
May 11, 2026
Inflation Monitor: Warsh Dismisses 'Rough Swag'
Kevin Warsh, the presumptive incoming chair of the Federal Reserve, states his preferred inflation gauges over the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index.
May 11, 2026
3 Ways to Borrow Against Your Assets
You may be able to use your investments or home to secure lending. Here's what to know before using your assets as collateral.
May 8, 2026
As Jobs Report Looms, Market Visits McDonald's
Earnings from McDonald's and a monthly tally of layoffs are both in focus this morning, along with the Middle East. Yesterday's fresh record highs came as crude oil tumbled.
May 7, 2026
What Is the P/E Ratio? Why Investors Use It
The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio compares a company's stock price to its earnings per share. Learn how to use this valuation tool, and why it's best paired with other metrics.
May 6, 2026
First Quarter 2026 Earnings: Feelin' Alright
S&P 500 first quarter 2026 earnings are tracking at nearly 28% year-over-year, with rising profit margins suggesting the strong run could persist.
May 6, 2026
Q1 Tech Earnings Preview: A Tale of Two Cities
Tech earnings roll on with Nvidia and AMD ahead. Soaring semiconductor stocks grapple with lofty expectations while software faces an uphill battle as investors gauge AI's impact.
April 30, 2026
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