U.S. Jobs Report and Interest Rates: Strong August Hiring Pushes Treasury Yields Higher
A strong U.S. jobs report for August pushed Treasury yields higher and increased speculation that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates later this month. Nonfarm payrolls rose by 162,000…
Trump $1 Coin Goes on Sale for More Than Its $1 Face Value
The U.S. Mint began selling a new gold colored $1 Trump coin on September 2, 2026. The coin features President Donald Trump and commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United…
Tesla Cybercab Event in Austin: What to Expect From the Robotaxi Launch
Tesla is preparing to hold its Cybercab event in Austin, Texas, on September 3, 2026. The event will focus on Tesla’s purpose built robotaxi, which is designed to operate without…
Top AI and Tech IPOs to Watch on Wall Street
Wall Street is preparing for a major wave of AI and technology IPOs. Several private companies are moving closer to public markets, while recently listed firms are giving investors new…
Global Stock Markets Fall as US Iran Strikes Push Oil Near $95
Global stock markets fell on Wednesday as renewed fighting between the United States and Iran pushed oil prices higher. Investors feared that further attacks could disrupt energy supplies and increase…
Regional powers seek off-ramp from Iran war, and other Middle East developments
Pakistan is continuing diplomatic efforts to help reduce tensions between Iran and the United States as fighting puts the Middle East under renewed pressure.The Strait of Hormuz remains a major…
US Venezuela Oil Deal Faces Growing Criticism
The United States and Venezuela have reached a major oil agreement covering 17 Venezuelan oil fields. The deal gives a US led company long term rights to develop the fields…
US Iran Hostilities Resume After New Airstrikes
US-Iran hostilities have resumed after the United States launched new airstrikes against Iranian targets. Iran responded with attacks aimed at American interests in Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and Iraq, raising concerns…
Party Government in the United States Since 1857
The balance of power in the United States government has changed many times since 1857. Control has shifted between Democrats and Republicans in the House, Senate, and White House.When the…
Mark Carney Criticizes US Approach to Canada Trade Talks
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has criticized the United States over its approach to trade negotiations with Canada. He said US negotiators made demands that were too high while offering…
