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Here’s where traders expect crude-oil prices to open after this weekend’s attack on Iran

Crude-oil markets won’t officially open for a few more hours, but traders are already using prediction markets like Kalshi to take bets on where prices will settle on Monday.
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U.S. crude oil set to top $70 a barrel when trading begins on fears of Iran supply disruption

It is unclear who is governing Iran, the fourth-largest oil producer in OPEC, after U.S.-Israel strikes killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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The whole world is watching this critical energy chokepoint as Iran conflict enters more dangerous phase

Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped off amid warnings from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. What happens next could have major implications for the global economy.
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Stocks face Iran jitters and a crucial jobs report in the week ahead as AI layoffs loom large

“You’ve got this somewhat dystopian narrative permeating the psychology of the market” with respect to AI and jobs, asset-management firm’s CIO says.
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Here are the 5 big things we're watching in the stock market this week

The week ahead promises to be jammed-packed with key jobs data and Club earnings reports.
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Has the retail industry rebounded? We’ll find out this week from Target, Costco, Best Buy and others’ earnings

Some analysts felt the retail industry was due for a modest recovery in 2026. Results from some of the biggest chains this week will offer a sense of how that rebound is going.
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As investors wait for crude-oil trading to reopen amid Iran conflict, shares of the world’s biggest producer are climbing

Oil futures will begin trading later on Sunday. Saudi Aramco shares were climbing as trading resumed in Saudi Arabia, possibly hinting that crude is headed for a surge.
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A big AI worry? It will destroy old jobs faster than it creates new ones. The only thing lacking is proof.

Artificial intelligence might lead to a revolution in the U.S. economy and dramatically reshape the jobs market. That’s precisely why so many people are worried about it.
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$100 oil? Prolonged Hormuz closure could spark a 1970s-style energy shock

Energy analysts are bracing for a possible oil supply shock after U.S. strikes on Iran reignited fears of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Here’s how much you could pay for a gallon of gas by May because of the attacks on Iran

U.S.-Israel strikes against Iran will push up oil prices, as well as how much Americans pay for gasoline at the pump: GasBuddy
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Drone warfare could mean investors need a new guidebook for this Iran conflict

Use of ‘shoot and scoot’ drone warfare could prolong Iran conflict, warns Papic at BCA Research
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Middle Eastern airports are crossroads of the world. Here’s how the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran will sow chaos on air travel.

Dubai and Doha airports are among the largest international hubs for air travel.
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Iran conflict raises talk of a return to $100-a-barrel oil

The U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Saturday, putting a key regional source of the world’s crude oil at risk and raising talk of a return to $100-a-barrel oil prices.
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Stanley Druckenmiller says this is how he’d build a portfolio from scratch right now

The legendary investor says he’s been shifting his investment focus and AI is no longer playing a starring role.
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This could be Nvidia’s next big move, with the stock in search of a positive catalyst

A report says Nvidia is planning a new chip platform that seeks to address evolving customer needs as the AI era transitions more toward inference workloads.
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Berkshire Hathaway shrinks cash pile in Buffett’s last act as CEO. Here’s how successor Greg Abel is now looking to spend.

Company’s cash hoard at end of 2025 — which Abel noted was not a sign of an investment retreat — was down 2.1% from September to $373.3 billion.
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Worried about the job market or stuck in a toxic workplace? These 2 movies can feel like 'catharsis,' workplace psychologist says

"No Other Choice" and "Send Help" capture the sheer desperation and disillusionment workers and job seekers are feeling right now.
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‘Can’t sell house’ searches are higher now than during the 2008 housing crisis

Here are some expert tips to help you sell your house in a slow market.
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With free storage at max from Google to Shutterfly to Snap, the price for your memories is rising

With close to half of Americans having over 1,000 photos on phones, the era of free cloud storage is ending. Keeping your memories now comes at a rising cost.
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The week, FOBO — ‘fear of becoming obsolete’ because of AI — became real for workers and markets

Massive jobs cuts at Block and a cataclysmic Citrini blog post stoked anxieties — but some CEOs and researchers are skeptical about doomsday scenarios.
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NASA is sending its first Black and first female astronauts to the moon

NASA is sending the first Black and first female astronauts to the moon in an upcoming launch, marking the first journey to the moon in over 50 years.
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My boss told me to dress better. Now I feel uncomfortable. He is a white man and I am a Black woman.

During my first review last year, he said, “I just feel like you don’t dress for the occasion.”
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Can China just steal America’s AI brain that’s costing trillions to develop?

American companies are spending enormous sums to develop high-performing AI models. Distillation attacks are attempting to maliciously extract them — and nobody is doing much to stop it.
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‘I dread the snow’: My heating and air conditioning always breaks down. Do I spend $15K on a new one?

“Is there a formula or method for figuring out when replacement becomes more cost-effective than ongoing repairs?”
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These fintech stocks are loved by analysts and could bounce back in a big way

Shares of PayPal and Block are both cheap relative to historic levels, but only one of them commands heavy enthusiasm from analysts.
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Any chance the Fed cuts rates this year is ‘evaporating before our very eyes’ as Iran tensions raise oil prices

With oil prices rising in response to growing tensions with Iran, the rationale for additional interest-rate cuts by the Federal Reserve is disappearing.
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Iran strikes will likely boost defense stocks — but here’s what will keep the cash flowing long after the conflict ends

A massive backlog of maintenance and software contracts will ensure recurring revenue.
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Trump says ‘massive’ strike against Iran underway — bitcoin plunge offers a glimpse of how markets could react

Bitcoin was tumbling on Saturday after military action was carried out against Iran by the U.S. and Israel.
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Bharat Biotech is said to mull $500 million IPO

Deliberations are ongoing, and details of the deal including the size and timing may change, say people familiar with matter
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OpenAI gives Pentagon access to models after Anthropic dustup

The startup also built safeguards to ensure its models behave as they should as part of the deployment, Altman said in a post on the social media platform X
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NASA shakes up moon mission with more tests, scrapped upgrade

The changes announced on Friday mean that NASA is swapping the actual moon landing for an additional mission closer to Earth — while insisting the 2028 deadline for a lunar touchdown remains unchanged
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JPMorgan warns up to $150 billion of loans in CLOs face AI risk

To come up with their $40 billion-$150 billion estimate, the strategists looked at a simplified screen for CLO AI credit risk using market price and ratings information
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Private-credit ‘cockroaches’ and the AI ‘scare trade’ hammered stocks in February. Here’s what else has investors shaken up.

Stocks were caught up Friday in a whirlwind of market-moving headlines, making for a wild final trading day in a rough month for U.S. equities.
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Here’s what’s worth streaming in March 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more

Shows like HBO’s ‘DTF St. Louis’ and ‘Rooster,’ Paramount’s ‘The Madison’ and Netflix’s ‘Peaky Blinders’ movie jump out of the gate as Emmy season gets underway
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Trump warns‘sometimes you have to’ use force on Friday. Oil markets now see high odds of a U.S. strike on Iran.

Oil prices jolted higher on Friday, booking their biggest daily gains in over a week, after President Trump signaled the window for using diplomacy to end Tehran’s nuclear program may be closing.
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Trump blacklists Anthropic, opening the door to Elon Musk and xAI

Grok will let its model be used for classified purposes, while Anthropic has balked at the idea that its products could be used for mass surveillance.
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The real winner in the battle for Warner Bros. isn’t who you think it is

Also in Weekend Reads: How to invest during the AI transition, what OpenAI needs to do and a warning for aspiring day traders.
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Palantir’s stock nabs another upgrade, with its valuation now less of a ‘struggle’

Palantir Technologies’ stock has been a fan favorite among retail investors. Now, Wall Street analysts are warming to the software company’s story.
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The bond market has been doing something strange despite a hot inflation report

Worries over the destructive impact of artificial intelligence on the U.S. economy were sweeping through the $30 trillion bond market on Friday.
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Software stocks fall as Block’s big job cuts stoke further AI fears

Block’s layoffs exacerbated concerns that artificial-intelligence could decimate employee counts and hurt demand for software.
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Her accountant went to prison. Now the IRS is coming after her for $328,000.

She didn’t intend to evade taxes when she hired the accountant in 1993, but she’s still on the hook for his actions.
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Nvidia's stock wrapping up tough week as Wall Street focuses more on competition than growth

Meta will use AMD's chips and is reportedly interested in Google processors, while OpenAI is turning to Amazon silicon, as Nvidia faces increasing competition.
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United’s stock and other airline shares get a reality check from rising oil prices, market jitters

United Airlines’ stock was leading S&P 500 index decliners on Friday and heading for its worst drop in 10 months, with other airline stocks also seeing steep declines amid rising oil futures prices and increased market jitters.
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10-year yield falls below 4% on stagflation risk following hot producer prices reading

U.S. Treasury yields were lower on Friday as investors reacted to wholesale inflation that came in above Wall Street estimates.
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Medicare will run out of money 12 years earlier than expected

The Congressional Budget Office warns America’s public retirement programs are deteriorating at a shocking rate.
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Did Paramount overpay and Netflix get away scot-free? Taking stock of the Warner Bros. deal.

Paramount must now absorb a troubled asset at a high cost, while Netflix investors seem overjoyed to not have such problems.
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Boomers waste money, too. These are the spending traps tripping up the richest generation.

Baby boomers may not be the “avocado toast” generation, but they have plenty of their own wasteful and financially damaging habits.
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Most banks fail miserably at helping grieving families make this vital financial move

When a loved one dies, the last thing you want to hear is hold music.
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Bill Clinton on Jeffrey Epstein: 'I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong'

The House Oversight forced Bill and Hillary Clinton to testify about Jeffrey Epstein. It has not called for testimony from President Donald Trump.
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February’s ‘panic’ rotation in stocks sets the stage for more tumult in March

February’s anti-AI trade has been driving a dramatic rotation under the surface of the stock market. Has it gone too far already?
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Here's what drove big moves in our top and bottom stocks over the past month

Since the Club's January Meeting, Wall Street has navigated earnings season, concerns about AI, and speculation on the Fed's next rate move.
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I’m turning 50 this year and want to walk away from my $200,000 job. Should I do it?

“I can officially retire from my employer at age 55, but I’m not sure I can gut it out.”
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Block says AI will let it cut more than 4,000 jobs. Some argue that’s not the whole story.

Block’s “audacious” move ignites debate over whether the company is using AI as an excuse to walk back reckless hiring.
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Amazon, Nvidia and Softbank pour $110 billion into OpenAI — raising the stakes for AI monetization

OpenAI’s new $730 billion valuation is more than double what it was a year ago. But OpenAI’s financials pale in comparison to those of public peers.
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Jump in oil prices may reflect worry about Iran delays on nuclear deal, analyst says

Oil prices were climbing on Friday, shaking off losses from the previous session, as markets get increasingly nervous about delays in reaching a deal to end Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
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I told my boss I need an ADHD coach and his response was unhelpful. Can we fix our working relationship?

”I feel like I’m just in shut-down and discouraged mode.”
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Gen Z is embracing the prenup, says family law attorney: ‘The taboo of divorces is long gone’

Prenups are on the rise, says matrimonial law attorney Jacqueline Combs. Gen Z might be leading the charge.
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Jim Cramer's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday

Dell reported a true blowout quarter thanks to the AI buildout, and CoreWeave is understandably spending a fortune on capex.
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Wholesale prices rise sharply and point to persistent inflation

The cost of wholesale goods and services rose at an accelerated pace in January for the second month in a row, suggesting persistent inflation could dog the economy at least through the early part of the new year.
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FanDuel parent’s stock tumbles as the house just can’t seem to win for its investors

Shares of FanDuel’s parent were pointing down after disappointing earnings. Its users lost too many bets and left for competitors.
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Beware of banks breaking bad, warns top B. of A. strategist. He casts a wary eye on bank-loan ETFs.

Problem loans in the financial-services sector imply mounting risks for markets.
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Nine out of 10 bets this fund manager made outperformed over the past year. Here’s his next two plays.

Gold miners, Japan stocks and nuclear plays boosted Man Group’s portfolio
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Indonesia hits pause on Prabowo’s mega order of Indian trucks

The proposed imports have touched a nerve in Jakarta at a time when other foreign automakers with a large local manufacturing presence such as Toyota Motor Corp. are struggling to regain their pre-pandemic footing
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Howard Marks makes 180 degree turn on AI after Claude tutorial. Here’s how he suggests investors approach it.

Legendary investor is still undecided about the AI bubble but the technology is revolutionary, he thinks. He believes AI has the capacity to be a better investor than most
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‘My sister and I are his only family’: My brother is paranoid and forgot he sold his house. What can I do?

In an email, his lawyer said, “He’s gone over the deep end.”
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KISS rocker Gene Simmons lowers price of Beverly Hills home to $12.5 million after months on the market

This is the second time KISS bassist Gene Simmons has cut the price of the luxury home.
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BASF announces job cuts amid cost-saving strategy and new India hub

BASF announces job cuts and cost-saving measures amid a challenging chemicals market, while establishing a new hub in India.
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Ex-RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan says AI to disrupt, but not derail, India’s services sector

India’s software firms and employees will have to retool and reskill ‘really fast’, says former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan
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India’s growth may outpace current estimates after data overhaul

Earlier this month, the government revised its inflation series to better capture shifting spending patterns in the world’s fastest-growing major economy
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Global funds return to India as earnings outlook improves

The rebound in inflows suggests some of the pressures that had been weighing on Indian equities are starting to ease
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Yes, consumers in China are consuming again. It’s just not their No. 1 priority these days.

Retail sales are still rising, but record household savings, stepped-up gold buying and reined-in income expectations suggest the population of the world’s second largest economy is now prioritizing security over splurges — with consequences for global brands and investors.
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Duolingo is making some changes to contend with the threat of AI. Its stock is sinking.

Following a slowdown in user growth, the language-learning company is stepping up investment and changing how it thinks about its tiers of service
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Sweetgreen’s disappointing sales offer a reality check for restaurants, after Cava’s rally

A day after Cava’s upbeat sales forecast raised hopes for the restaurant industry, rival fast-casual chain Sweetgreen is bringing them back to earth.
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Is it OK to wear pajamas on your next flight? A viral post sparks debate.

Tampa International Airport issued a mock ban on sleepwear. Plenty of comments soon followed.
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Dell’s stock soars, as record earnings signal the company is managing memory shortages well

The maker of servers and PCs is also boosting its dividend by 20%.
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Tech earnings, silver’s rebound and a Cathie Wood ETF offer a high-stakes pivot for investors

S&P 500 is stuck in a trading range and the market is eager for a breakout — up or down.
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Warner Bros. Discovery deems Paramount’s bid ‘superior’ — putting Netflix in the hot seat

Netflix now has four days to decide whether to raise its offer or bow out of the bidding for Warner Bros.’ famed studio and its HBO Max streaming business.
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Why the S&P 500 was doomed to fall when Nvidia plunged after its earnings

Investors worry about Big Tech valuations being inflated relative to what they’re actually worth, says strategist
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U.S.-Iran nuclear talks end, but with hope that negotiations continue. That still leaves the oil market in limbo.

Nuclear talks on Thursday were expected to ease the uncertainty surrounding tensions between the U.S. and Iran. They ended with the promise of further discussions.
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CoreWeave’s stock drops as losses swell and interest expenses climb

While AI demand remains high, CoreWeave’s widening net loss in the fourth quarter is giving investors pause.
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Rocket Lab’s stock slides as yet another rocket delay overshadows ‘record year’

The Neutron rocket was expected to have its debut last year. Now, it’s projected to launch at the end of 2026.
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FanDuel parent Flutter reports disappointing fourth-quarter earnings

Flutter's 2026 revenue guidance of $17.75 billion to $19.05 billion was lower than analysts' projection.
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Block plans to lay off nearly half its staff in ‘deliberate and bold’ embrace of AI

‘Intelligence tools have changed what it means to build and run a company,’ CEO Jack Dorsey says
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Why Corning's near record stock price and historically expensive valuation are worth it

Shares were up more than 70% year to date — making it one of the best performers in the S&P 500 and, by far, our top 2026 Club stock.
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Nvidia takes the market lower — but one area of beaten-up tech moves higher

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
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Yields in a crucial part of the Treasury market keep falling — and it may have something to do with AI

Concerns about AI’s potential as a destructive force on U.S. jobs have contributed to a rally in the 10-year Treasury note, sending its yield toward a 2026 low.
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Musk, Altman and China are fighting to control a potential $320 billion market for brain implants

It’s still very early days for brain chips that let people control devices with their thoughts — but the market opportunity has become increasingly intriguing to tech CEOs and politicians.
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Software stocks bounce as Nvidia shares falter. Is a new rotation trade in store?

While Nvidia’s latest results were deemed “phenomenal,” a massive shift in trading flows has sent software stocks rising as investors ditch AI chip names.
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We're exiting an inconsistent stock to free up space for better prospects ahead

Our early spring cleaning of the portfolio continued.
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EBay to cut 800 jobs, joining other tech names in announcing layoffs as AI reshapes workforces

The layoff announcement comes a week after eBay agreed to buy secondhand-clothing site Depop and follows job cuts earlier this year by Amazon and Pinterest.
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Mortgage rates fall below 6%, giving buyers a glimpse of affordability

Falling rates could “drive more potential buyers into the market for spring home-buying season,” says Freddie Mac’s chief economist.
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Jim Cramer says this unfairly punished stock is worth buying for new investors

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.
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Small investors buy Nvidia in record numbers after Thursday's open

Everyday traders recorded their highest levels of net buying in the stock during the first 80 minutes of a trading day going back to at least 2012, data shows.
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Google launches Nano Banana 2, updating its viral AI image generator

Nano Banana 2 is Google's newest version of its Gemini AI image generator, with increased speed and real-time sourcing.
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Columbia University says DHS detained student after making 'misrepresentations'

The student was taken by Department of Homeland Security officials from a university-owned residential building in the morning.
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Have a parent over 65? Get ready to join the caregiving crisis.

This is what family caregivers are up against as the population ages.
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The S&P 500 is caught in an extremely narrow trading range. What’s happening beneath the surface could decide where the index goes next.

Software stocks have sunk. Defensive names, including consumer-staples stocks like Walmart and Costco, have rallied. Yet, despite all of the chaotic moves seen in the U.S. equity market over the past few months, the S&P 500 has remained remarkably steady.
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Salesforce’s record $50 billion stock-buyback plan is proving controversial on Wall Street

Salesforce is looking to buy the dip with a $50 billion share-repurchase program as the software selloff continues to send its stock falling, but Wall Street is wondering if the money would be better spent investing in more artificial-intelligence capabilities.
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These twists on the S&P 500 have been standout investments in 2026

So far in 2026, a number of index funds that follow alternative strategies to track subsets of the S&P 500 or change the index’s weighting have performed quite well.
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Why Nvidia’s stock is falling despite a historic earnings beat

Blockbuster earnings were perhaps anticipated as Nvidia’s big customers have already indicated how much they’ve hiked their spending on hardware.
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US, Israel, Iran War Enters Day 2 After Trump Declares Khamenei Dead

<p>As the Israel-Iran war moves into its second day, the story is escalating fast, and markets are already treating it as a week-level event rather than a one-night shock.</p><p>Reuters reported that Iranian state media confirmed the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei following US and Israeli strikes. (<a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/irans-supreme-leader-khamenei-killed-iranian-state-media-confirm-2026-03-01/" title="Iran's supreme leader Khamenei killed, Iranian state media confirm | Reuters">Reuters</a>) In parallel, U.S. President Donald J. Trump posted on Truth Social declaring Khamenei dead and said the “heavy and pinpoint bombing” would continue throughout the week “as long as necessary.” </p><p>That combination matters for traders because it signals duration. Markets do not only price the first strike - they price what comes next.</p><p>What changed on Day 2</p><p>1) A multi-day campaign is now the base case.Reuters reported Israel launched another wave of strikes on Sunday, with Iranian officials signaling retaliation and the UN calling for de-escalation. (<a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/more-strikes-aimed-iran-after-us-israeli-assault-kills-supreme-leader-2026-03-01/" title="More strikes aimed at Iran after US, Israeli assault kills supreme leader | Reuters">Reuters</a>)</p><p>2) The Strait of Hormuz moved from “tail risk” to “front page risk.”Reuters reported Tehran warned it had closed the Strait of Hormuz, a key conduit for global oil flows, immediately shifting the market’s focus to shipping risk and energy supply premiums. (<a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/more-strikes-aimed-iran-after-us-israeli-assault-kills-supreme-leader-2026-03-01/" title="More strikes aimed at Iran after US, Israeli assault kills supreme leader | Reuters">Reuters</a>)</p><p>3) Regional spillover is not theoretical.Reuters described retaliatory strikes and disruptions across parts of the Gulf, including reports of blasts in Dubai and Doha and major aviation disruption. (<a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/more-strikes-aimed-iran-after-us-israeli-assault-kills-supreme-leader-2026-03-01/" title="More strikes aimed at Iran after US, Israeli assault kills supreme leader | Reuters">Reuters</a>)ABC’s live coverage also described fresh retaliatory activity and shelter guidance across parts of the Gulf region. (<a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-01/us-israel-launches-airstrikes-in-iran-live-blog/106401380" title="Israel and US attack Iran live updates: Khamenei's death confirmed as Revolutionary Guard vows 'severe' response - ABC News">ABC News</a>)</p><p>Why Khamenei’s reported death is a geopolitical inflection point</p><p>Khamenei led Iran from 1989 and, under his rule, Iran expanded its regional reach through allied armed groups and militias across the Middle East. Reuters’ profile notes he spent heavily over decades building what Iran called its “Axis of Resistance,” including groups such as Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis. (<a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/irans-ali-khamenei-who-based-iron-rule-fiery-hostility-us-israel-dies-86-2026-03-01/" title="Iran's Ali Khamenei, who based iron rule on fiery hostility to US and Israel, dies at 86 | Reuters">Reuters</a>)</p><p>Many Western governments and Israeli officials have long accused Iran’s leadership of fueling regional destabilization through funding, training, arming, and coordinating these proxy networks, while Tehran has consistently framed its posture as support for “resistance” against Israel and US influence. Reuters describes the expansion of Iran’s regional influence during Khamenei’s rule as a defining feature of his era.</p><p>This matters for markets because it creates two competing narratives that can trade against each other all week:</p><ul><li><p>Escalation risk: retaliation, Hormuz disruption, wider regional conflict</p></li><li><p>Regime shock risk: leadership vacuum, succession stress, internal security dynamics, potential policy shifts</p></li></ul><p>Oil traders: the simple framework (including newer traders)</p><p>Oil is usually the cleanest geopolitical pricing mechanism because it directly reflects supply risk. Even when supply is not yet disrupted, the market can price a “risk premium” if traders fear disruption is more likely.</p><p>The CSIS playbook: disruption scenarios to understand this week</p><p>A CSIS analysis published in February mapped how a US-Iran confrontation could disrupt oil flows - from harassment of tankers to direct attacks and potential Hormuz disruption. (<a href="https://www.csis.org/analysis/if-trump-strikes-iran-mapping-oil-disruption-scenarios?utm_source=chatgpt.com" title="If Trump Strikes Iran: Mapping the Oil Disruption Scenarios">CSIS</a>)</p><p>For oil traders and investors, the scenarios boil down to three lanes:</p><p>Scenario A - Contained conflict (premium fades):Oil spikes on headlines, then gives back gains as shipping continues and escalation looks limited.</p><p>Scenario B - Shipping risk (premium holds):Even without a full closure, higher tanker insurance, rerouting, and fewer vessels willing to transit can tighten supply and keep prices elevated.</p><p>Scenario C - Hormuz disruption (true supply shock):If flows materially slow, the market can reprice aggressively and stay elevated, because inventories and spare capacity cannot instantly replace lost barrels.</p><p>The “newbie” tell: how to spot the regime in price action</p><ul><li><p>Spike and fade usually signals “headline risk”</p></li><li><p>Spike and hold usually signals “structural risk”</p></li><li><p>Higher highs + higher volatility + tighter daily ranges often signals sustained uncertainty and two-way risk</p></li></ul><p>Reuters reporting that Iran warned of Hormuz closure is exactly the kind of trigger that can keep Scenario B or C in play all week. (<a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/more-strikes-aimed-iran-after-us-israeli-assault-kills-supreme-leader-2026-03-01/" title="More strikes aimed at Iran after US, Israeli assault kills supreme leader | Reuters">Reuters</a>)</p><p>Crypto’s reaction: why Bitcoin moving higher matters</p><p>Crypto trades 24/7, so it often becomes the first “pressure valve” when traditional markets are closed.</p><p>The Business Times reported Bitcoin rebounded above $68,000 after Iran confirmed Khamenei’s death, with traders noting crypto’s role as the only large liquid market trading around the clock. (<a href="https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/wealth/crypto-alternative-assets/bitcoin-recovers-above-us68000-after-death-iranian-leader" title="Bitcoin recovers above US$68,000 after death of Iranian leader - The Business Times">The Business Times</a>)The Straits Times likewise reported a sharp rebound in Bitcoin and Ether following confirmation headlines. (<a href="https://www.straitstimes.com/business/bitcoin-recovers-above-86000-after-death-of-iranian-leader" title="Bitcoin recovers above $86,000 after death of Iranian leader | The Straits Times">The Straits Times</a>)</p><p>The key takeaway is not “crypto is safe.” It is that some participants interpreted the leadership shock as potentially improving the longer-run security outlook, even as near-term retaliation risk remains high. That creates a very tradable tension: risk-off headlines versus risk-on positioning.</p><p>Why this can be a “risk-on week” as well as a risk-off week</p><p>It is tempting to treat a Middle East war as automatically bearish for risk assets. But markets can pivot quickly if traders conclude:</p><ul><li><p>retaliation is limited or contained</p></li><li><p>energy flows remain intact</p></li><li><p>the conflict shortens rather than expands</p></li><li><p>the geopolitical map may become less hostile over time</p></li></ul><p>That is why the crypto rebound is worth noting, and why oil’s ability (or inability) to hold a premium is likely to be the main signal for broader market direction.</p><p>What to watch next (market checklist)</p><p>For oil and energy</p><ul><li><p>Hormuz headlines and tanker disruptions (insurance, reroutes, port operations)</p></li><li><p>Oil opening reaction when full liquidity returns</p></li></ul><p>For equities</p><ul><li><p>Volatility levels at the open and whether dip-buying returns</p></li><li><p>Defense, energy, and airlines as “tell” sectors</p></li></ul><p>For crypto</p><ul><li><p>Whether the rally holds once US equity markets and ETFs reopen</p></li><li><p>Whether crypto keeps behaving like a sentiment gauge or flips back to pure risk-off beta</p></li></ul><p>Latest sources updated within the past 4 hours</p><ul><li><p>Reuters: Iran state media confirmation and Day 2 strike waves (<a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/irans-supreme-leader-khamenei-killed-iranian-state-media-confirm-2026-03-01/" title="Iran's supreme leader Khamenei killed, Iranian state media confirm | Reuters">Reuters</a>)</p></li><li><p>Reuters: Khamenei profile and Iran’s regional proxy strategy under his rule (<a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/irans-ali-khamenei-who-based-iron-rule-fiery-hostility-us-israel-dies-86-2026-03-01/" title="Iran's Ali Khamenei, who based iron rule on fiery hostility to US and Israel, dies at 86 | Reuters">Reuters</a>)</p></li><li><p>ABC live coverage: ongoing retaliation dynamics and regional shelter guidance (<a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-01/us-israel-launches-airstrikes-in-iran-live-blog/106401380" title="Israel and US attack Iran live updates: Khamenei's death confirmed as Revolutionary Guard vows 'severe' response - ABC News">ABC News</a>)</p></li><li><p>Washington Post: global reaction and the widening diplomatic shockwave (<a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/03/01/iran-us-israel-reactions-03-01-2026/676c011a-152c-11f1-8e8d-fe91db44677b_story.html" title="World leaders react cautiously to US and Israeli strikes and death of Iran leader Ali Khamenei - The Washington Post">The Washington Post</a>)</p></li><li><p>Business Times and Straits Times: Bitcoin rebound as a real-time sentiment signal (<a href="https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/wealth/crypto-alternative-assets/bitcoin-recovers-above-us68000-after-death-iranian-leader" title="Bitcoin recovers above US$68,000 after death of Iranian leader - The Business Times">The Business Times</a>)</p></li></ul><p>Trade at your own risk. This is market commentary and decision support, not financial advice.</p> This article was written by Itai Levitan at investinglive.com.
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SOLAI Limited Receives Continued Listing Notice from NYSE; Announces Changes to its Board of Directors

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Bitcoin traders eye Iran reactions as oil sparks US 5% inflation forecast

Bitcoin avoided a fresh breakdown around major geopolitical events in the Middle East, with BTC price targets now including $74,000 next.
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Tokenized gold leads ‘100% of weekend price discovery’ while CME futures are closed

Tokenized gold markets like PAXG and XAUt now handle nearly all gold price discovery when CME futures shut for the weekend.
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US military used Anthropic in Iran strike despite ban order by Trump: WSJ

The US military reportedly relied on Anthropic’s Claude AI for intelligence analysis and targeting during an Iran strike hours after Trump ordered a ban on the company’s systems.
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6 Polymarket traders net $1M on US-Iran strike, spark insider fears: Report

The newly created Polymarket wallets placed bets on the timing of a US strike against Iran, buying shares hours before the first explosions were reported in Tehran.
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Bitcoin recovers to $68K following death of Iranian Supreme Leader

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Ethereum smart accounts are finally coming 'within a year' — Vitalik Buterin

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Anthropic CEO responds to Pentagon order prohibiting military use

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Ether’s 60% down from its 2025 high, but TradFi keeps betting on ETH: Here’s why

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Crypto treasury companies likely to consolidate in 2026: Crypto exec

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Former Mt. Gox CEO proposed a rewrite of bitcoin's code to recover $5 billion in stolen funds. Gets quickly shutdown
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Buying Bitcoin? Hold for at least three years to avoid losses, data says

Traders who bought Bitcoin three to five years ago are still up around 90% on average, even after the latest correction.
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11 US senators request federal probe into Binance’s sanctions compliance

Lawmakers urge US regulators to review Binance’s AML and sanctions controls after reports of Iran-linked transactions and potential evasion risks.
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Why institutions still prefer Ethereum despite faster blockchains

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Tether froze $4.2B in tokens tied to illicit activity in 3 years: Report

Tether blocked billions in USDt tied to scams and laundering cases as authorities increasingly rely on stablecoin issuers to halt suspicious funds.
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Bitcoin price drops to $63K as US, Israel bomb Iran

Bitcoin faced geopolitical instability alone as a weekend move on Iran saw traditional markets closed, with key support still holding.
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OpenAI wins defense contract hours after government ditches Anthropic

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Mt. Gox's former CEO floats hard fork to recover 80K hacked Bitcoin

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Morgan Stanley applies for OCC bank charter to custody crypto

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Bitcoin price slump versus gold’s gains highlights evolving crypto market

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Three Solana data points highlight resilience, but is SOL undervalued?

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Alchemy introduces autonomous payment rails for AI agents on Base

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US DOJ seized and froze $580M in crypto from ‘Chinese transnational criminals‘

The seizures and freezing over three months were conducted by the District of Columbia’s Scam Center Strike Force, established by US Attorney Jeanine Pirro in November.
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Bitcoin manipulation claims face pushback as ETFs snap 5-week outflow run: Finance Redefined

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Figure Technology stock crashes 20% following mixed Q4 earnings

The blockchain-based lending platform beat revenue estimates but fell short on earnings, even as annual profit reached $134 million.
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Minnesota to weigh ban on crypto kiosks after scam reports

Representative Erin Koegel proposed a total ban on crypto ATMs in Minnesota, building on a 2024 state law that imposed restrictions on kiosk operators.
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Barclays probes blockchain for banking functions like payments, deposits: Report

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Bitcoin to $30K? Analysts debate when and at what price BTC will bottom

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Crypto taxes updated, BTC stuck below $70K: Month in charts

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FRO – Changes to the Board Composition

Frontline plc (“Frontline” or the “Company”) announces that Mr. Ørjan Svanevik has resigned as Director of the Company. The Board would like to thank Mr. Svanevik for his considerable contribution to the Company during his directorship.
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Generational Group Advises JMPE Electrical Engineering in its Sale to Agathos AEC, a Portfolio Company of Hunter Forest Capital

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Generational Group, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisory firm for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of JMPE Electrical Engineering to Agathos AEC, a portfolio company of Hunter Forest Capital. The acquisition closed February 2, 2026. Based in Santa Barbara, California, JMPE Electrical Engineering is a full-spectrum electrical engineering and lighting design firm serving commercial, industrial, government, and residential clients. Founded
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SEGG Media Highlights Veloce’s Diversified Revenue Engine Following $61 Million Majority Acquisition

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International Petroleum Corporation Updated Share Capital

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Quantum eMotion Announces Acquisition of Jet Lab Technologies Assets to Deliver Full-Stack Quantum-Resilient Security

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Trump Media & Technology Group, TAE Technologies, and Texas Ventures Acquisition III Announce Discussions Regarding Spin-Off of Truth Social

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Investment Company AB Tewox acquires a retail park in Poland

Vilnius, Lithuania, Feb. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AB Tewox, managed by Lords LB Asset Management, continues to expand its retail real estate portfolio in Poland with the acquisition of a retail park in Konin that was opened in 2023.
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ContextLogic Completes $907.5 Million Acquisition of US Salt, Marking Transformation into Business Ownership Platform

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Rocket Lab Establishes New Precision Machining Complex, Expands Manufacturing Footprint with Acquisition of Precision Components Ltd

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Rocket Lab Acquires Optical Support, Inc., Strengthening National Security Payload Capability

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Fagron completes strategic acquisition of Pharmavit Europe, strengthening its leadership in high‑growth nutraceutical ingredients across EMEA

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SSRG Announces Acquisition of Elite Residential Concierge in Ontario

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iAltA Holdings Acquires Delio

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- iAltA Holdings, the WestCap-backed private markets infrastructure company, today announced that it has acquired Delio, the leading provider of white-label operating systems for private markets distribution and reporting.
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