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Saudi OpenAI engineer arrested by FBI for planting covert recording device, US DOJ says

AT&T sells Mexico unit to Televisa, Fintech for $2 billion

BofA fined $1.2 billion by US government for failing to police suspicious activity

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Why is Bank of America stock sliding today?

Character.AI files for bankruptcy, to sell some assets to Disney for $20 million

Saudi Aramco HQ attacked in suspected Houthi strike

Iran-backed militants retaliate after Riyadh-led coalition targets sites in Yemen’s capital

Why is GameStop stock climbing today?

Liquidia stock surges 40% on $380.7M litigation settlement with UTHR

Apple bets on new screen gadget, Siri AI in home device push

Missile hits headquarters of Saudi Aramco, source says, as Houthi conflict escalates

Apple’s HomeView brings personalized Siri to smart home, takes on Amazon and Google

FBI arrests Saudi OpenAI employee who allegedly planted recording device in conference room

The Tuesday incident comes as the ChatGPT-maker, along with competitors, faces heightened scrutiny over its safety practices.

Six Flags shares decline following deadly roller coaster incident

One person died and several others were injured in an incident involving the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia, according to reports.

Judge says Musk engaged in intimidation of ex-FEMA CFO Mary Comans, clears her name

Ex-FEMA CFO Mary Comans' name was cleared by a federal judge after Elon Musk and other government officials falsely accused her of criminal actions in 2025.

Russia detains Japanese journalist on suspicion of spying

Anthropic to disclose new revenue numbers as AI lab financials become central to tech trade

Anthropic will release updated financials to a group of investors gathering at its headquarters this week, according to people familiar with the matter.

Chip stocks suffer worst stretch in 16 months as AI fatigue grips the market

Anticipation is building for Anthropic’s investor day, as Wall Street grows less patient with heavy AI spending.

‘I am a pretty cautious person’: My financial adviser wants me to invest $350,000 in a UAE data center. Is this risky?

“I like my life, but I also like the idea of a big return after years of putting money into my 401(k).”

EPA proposes full reallocation of refinery biofuel exemptions

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US indicts Saudi employee of OpenAI for allegedly bugging its offices

AI lab discovered a recording device and reported it to the FBI

Pope Leo Diagnosed With Lung Cancer After Surgery

Don't let inflation bite — how to hedge with TIPS, commodities and infrastructure funds

TIPS are looking attractive but they aren't the only way to get inflation protection.

JPMorgan Chase blocks outside AI agents like Muse, Instinct from directly accessing accounts

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned of rogue agents operating at scale and said the bank is building defensive tools.

Bank of America fined $1.2 billion over money-laundering violations

The action by the Treasury Department was announced less than a day before Bank of America reports quarterly earnings.

The SpaceX threat could loom over AT&T’s stock for a prolonged stretch, analyst cautions

Bernstein analyst Laurent Yoon no longer recommends any of the major telecommunications stocks as he warns of more volatility ahead.

Six Flags’ stock slumps near 17-year low after fatal incident

A fatal accident on a Six Flags Entertainment roller coaster sent shares of the amusement-park operator tumbling.

AST SpaceMobile’s stock is feeling the heat from SpaceX’s wireless plans

AST’s commercial rollout could face delays due to satellite-launch challenges and SpaceX’s growing ambitions, an analyst warns.

My wife says we can’t afford to retire, yet she wants to take an $8,000 trip to Italy. We have $4 million. Do I keep working?

“I worry about healthcare, long-term care, inflation, a long bear market and living to 95.”

Walmart to cover some GLP-1s, inhalers and insulin for employees at no cost as it expands benefits

Walmart will offer Novo's Ozempic and Lilly's Mounjaro without charge for people with Type 2 diabetes after a new prior authorization.

UnitedHealth keeps medical costs under control — and raises its outlook again

The health-insurance giant said its medical-cost ratio was 88.4% in the third quarter of this year, as the company tries to rein in spending on medical care.

Chip stocks slide after Broadcom boss warns of ‘casino’ mentality in AI investing

Declines for Samsung and SK Hynix drag Korea’s Kospi sharply lower as investors fret over the scale of AI investment

Was Broadcom CEO bullish or bearish on AI? ‘Gamblers’ comment creates storm.

The comments made by Broadcom’s CEO at a conference in Singapore have been cited as a reason for microchip stocks’ slumps on both Monday and Tuesday.

Allies gave Ukraine no warning of impending missile attack, Zelenskiy says

Micron’s stock extends declines as China competition heats up

Even Elon Musk says Chinese memory-chip makers are catching up.

Nasdaq ends down as chipmakers fall and bank earnings roll in

My sister moved in with our mother, 78, and now says she deserves the $925,000 family home. Is she right?

“The house is worth $925,000 and mom owns it outright. She also has $480,000 in investments.”

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Micron sinks, other memory-linked names dip for a second day

The sell-off in U.S. semiconductor shares spilled into Asian and European markets.

Why this little known Chinese chipmaker has caused a global stock rout

China's leading memory chipmaker CXMT has reportedly made progress on new designs.

Bank of America fined $1.2bn over money laundering failures

US bank failed to flag $5bn in suspicious transactions linked to suspected illicit finance from China and the southern US border

We're upgrading our rating on Wells Fargo as the stock's pullback offers a nice entry point

Wells Fargo's third-quarter results were not perfect, but CEO Charlie Scharf's turnaround should bear more fruit ahead.

Williams says Fed may not have to hike rates in 2027, at odds with traders

New York Fed President John Williams sees one more rate hike in 2026 but no additional increase in 2027 as inflation pressures ease.

Apple releases HomeView smart home hub with screen as showcase for Siri AI

The iPhone maker also announced the new Apple TV 4K and HomePod Mini.

Paul Tudor Jones says 2027 could be a really challenging year for the stock market

The billionaire investor said that corporate buybacks, along with mergers and acquisitions, that have been a tail wind for the bull market are about to turn.

Michael Dell says AI needs safeguards and controls, and government has a role to play

Dell CEO Michael Dell says AI models need safeguards and controls, with companies and government both playing a role in safety.

Nvidia buys stakes in French tech startups Doctolib, Genesis AI

Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 may be above average. Some say it's not enough

The Social Security Administration is expected to announce the cost-of-living adjustment for 2027. Projections point to a higher-than-average increase.

Cathie Wood sells Meta shares after Zuckerberg's big AI launch

Treasury, Eurozone Yields Decline as Markets Look to U.S. Inflation Data

Airport attacks put aviation in crosshairs of geopolitical conflicts

Deadly attacks at Riyadh’s main airport are disrupting airlines, closing airspace and raising new security questions for commercial aviation.

Wall Street banks see deals slow on market jitters but pipeline is strong

Apple bets on new screen gadget, Siri AI in home device push

EXCLUSIVE: Guyana may scale back LNG plans as Exxon needs more gas for its wells, sources say

More Republicans come out against Trump's diesel deal with Putin

Senators told Trump, the deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin "will not achieve just ends, nor will it benefit Americans."

Gold Futures Slip Ahead of U.S. CPI Data

Kimberly Guilfoyle resigns as ambassador to Greece at White House's request

Guilfoyle's announcement came after new White House press secretary Katie Zacharia said in her debut briefing that the ambassador had been asked to resign.

The latest inflation data is expected to show price increases are accelerating

Economists expect the consumer price index for September to rise 0.6% on the month and 3.6% year over year.

U.S. Defense Startups Flock to Taiwan to Build China-Free Drones

Boeing deliveries tick up to 57 jets in September

Character.ai Maker Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Citi profit tops estimates on higher investment banking, services and wealth revenue

Explainer: Could hackers get inside my fridge?

How to lose money betting against Europe

In a sovereign-debt crisis, even understanding politics may not be enough

US blockade keeps Iranian crude exports at zero in October, report says

Czech defence company CSG buys 9.5 per cent stake in MDA Space

The AI trade is cracking. Here's how to profit

Despite the Magnificent Seven making record highs, the The AI trade is showing signs of cracks. But there may be an opportunity for traders.

As EU debates local-content rules, Chinese automakers are already adapting

US Treasury yield peak still ahead as Fed likely to tighten again, PIMCO's Ivascyn says

Kimberly Guilfoyle Resigns as U.S. Ambassador to Greece

White House asks US envoy to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign

Donald Trump had said he was considering firing the ambassador after reports claiming she accepted improper gifts

EXCLUSIVE: LSEG in talks to buy Permira-owned Octus data group for about $3.5 billion

US existing home sales rise in September; higher mortgage rates dim outlook

IMF flags risks to global economy from AI market correction, war and debt

US existing home sales rise in September; higher mortgage rates dim outlook

JPMorgan posts rare profit miss as dealmaking, bond trading lose momentum

Google launches flagship AI model Gemini 4 Argon for developers, businesses

Shell to sell its Nigeria gas business to Vaaris Energy

Argentina seeks tribunal order against UK oil activity near Falklands

Iran reportedly fortifies nuclear sites as it prepares for possible U.S. strikes after midterms

A Saudi-led coalition fighting the Houthis – a Yemeni militant group backed by Tehran – said it had intercepted another attack on Riyadh.

In charts: How one of the world's biggest economies got trapped by debt

France opens debate on its 2027 budget as high deficits, rising debt and student protests intensify pressure on lawmakers.

Paul Tudor Jones is bullish on oil, says it could rally another $20-$25 because of Iran conflict

Simplii Financial rolls out tools for DIY banking in bid for growth

Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon: 'No succession transition or timeline underway'

US grocer Albertsons pulls annual outlook, accelerates turnaround efforts

Goldman Sachs beats quarterly profit estimates on equities strength

Martin Shkreli violated lifetime pharma industry ban, FTC and states say in contempt claim

Shkreli was banned from the pharmaceutical industry after a trial found that he organized an illegal scheme to perpetuate a monopoly for the drug Daraprim.

Immigrants Sue ICE for Allegedly Withholding Passports and Other Documents

Wells Fargo beats profit estimates, but net interest income, revenue fall short

Sean Croston Joins Pega as Chief Information Security Officer

UnitedHealth Group tops estimates, hikes profit outlook as insurer manages high medical costs

UnitedHealth Group said it expects 2026 adjusted earnings of at least $20.50 per share, up from a previous outlook of $19.50 to $20.00 per share.

How not to revive Europe’s auto industry

The electric vehicle market shows how legacy EU companies continue to fail when it comes to countering Chinese competition

A $300 Million Windfall for Trust Collecting Funds for Trump Projects

Kimberly-Clark, Kenvue Win Conditional EU Approval for $40 Billion Tie-Up

European luxury's $350 billion blowout

Johnson & Johnson raises 2026 guidance as quarterly sales climb

Albertsons Pulls Full-Year Guidance, Plans Business Review

Roche strikes obesity drug licensing deal worth up to $1.16 bln with Chinese Rona Therapeutics

Saudi leads jump in OPEC+ oil output in September, despite Iran war disruption

Thousands of homeowners face adjustable-rate mortgage resets — and much higher payments

Adjustable-rate mortgages with low introductory interest rates are facing their first adjustment at a time when rates are much higher, according to new data.

Higher yields revive the case for a new-look 60/40 portfolio

Workday Launches Autopilot Agents That Get Real Work Done Across HR, Finance, and IT

Workday Introduces Work Intelligence to Help Customers Design Work for AI

My First Impressions of Apple’s New Smart Home Display

Congo's Ebola infections surpass 9,000, government report shows

JPMorgan, Goldman Profit Jumps as Banks Kick Off Earnings

Tanzania close to finalising $42 billion LNG deal, finance minister says

OPEC Cuts Demand Growth Forecast Again as Gulf Supply Risks Mount

Europe Heads Into Winter With Low Gas Reserves, Uncertain Gulf Supplies

French supermarket fridges get hacked, heating to 122°F and sparking fires

Hackers targeted hundreds of French supermarkets in a large-scale cyberattack, causing refrigerators to overheat, spoiling food, and sparking fires.

BlackRock and Baillie Gifford bet big on Icon 3D printed homes

Icon, one of the biggest players in 3D printed real estate, is announcing its $200 million Series D financing co-led by Baillie Gifford and funds managed by BlackRock, among others.

Ships in Hormuz strait hit by worst spate of attacks since start of war

Twenty-four tankers and other vessels targeted by Iran in two weeks, including six on Sunday alone

ELECTRA AI and Iron Horse Acquisition II Corp. (Nasdaq: IRHO) Selected by Westbrook Racing by Visit Angola to Bring AI Battery Intelligence to E1 Electric Powerboat Racing

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Freight rates for Russian Urals oil shipments to India hit fresh records in early October

US inflation expectations are well anchored, Fed's Waller says

Scaleway to open Nvidia-powered computing site in Copenhagen

Afghan authorities suspend BBC radio broadcasts across country, broadcaster says

As diesel prices soar, Bolivian farmer turns trash into tractor fuel

Scaleway to build AMD-powered AI supercomputer in Sweden

AcuityMD Launches Research Agent in AcuityAI to Take MedTech Market Analysis from Weeks to Minutes

The stock market is at a critical juncture. Wall Street is convinced it will resolve in the bulls' favor

There's an extraordinary split between the headline S&P 500 pinned just under a record high and the median stock in the index struggling in a 16% drawdown.

A Demographic Mirage May Be Distorting China’s Economic Ambitions

Indonesia's Prabowo orders more resources to fight wildfires as haze anger grows

Medicare for All Is the Big Policy Fight Splitting Democrats

This Investing Strategy Is So Good You Can’t Handle It

J&J Is Leaning Toward Spinning Out Its Hips-And-Knees Business

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Domino’s Pizza Sales Growth Continued Slowing

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How America’s dying coal industry found a lifeline in Trump’s White House

A CEO plays golf with Trump’s son as an industry once shut out of Washington turns access into policy

UnitedHealth Charts Continued Turnaround

Sweetgreen’s Plan to Shed Its Expensive Salad Image

CSG Sets Sights on Space With Around $434 Million Stake in Canada’s MDA Space

Friendship Was the Point—Now Cyera Is Worth $12 Billion

The Nobel Prize Message for Kevin Warsh

‘Phantom’ Data Centers Are Demanding More From the Power Grid Than They Need

European stocks hit one-week high on easing oil, yields; LVMH drags luxury stocks

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Investors brave US Treasury rout to lock in highest yields in decades

Government bond funds are attracting record inflows as borrowing costs hit their highest level in decades

Why Trump is going for Zelenskyy’s jugular

No matter how much America’s allies urge the president to back Ukraine, he cannot forgive its leader for showing up his dealmaking impotence

A Nobel prize for how to keep economies on an even keel

Two “New Keynesians”, Robert Hall and Michael Woodford, win the highest honour in economics

Don’t feel sorry for millennials. They are living it up now

It is easy to exaggerate their economic woes

Governments are mishandling the affordability crisis

They should lift incomes, not suppress prices

Indian celebrations will be more expensive this year

Blame soaring sugar prices

Why shares are the new bricks and mortar

Household wealth is flowing from property to stocks

In search of tax alpha

The taxman is losing patience with Americans’ shrewd use of tax losses