U.S. deficit tops $1 trillion through February but runs below year-ago pace
For the fiscal year to date, the deficit totaled $1.004 trillion, about 12% lower than the comparable period in 2025.
Iran war: Trump says he’s not worried about domestic terror attack
President Donald Trump said oil companies should send tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, which has remained effectively closed due to the war on Iran.
Chubb set as main U.S. insurer for Persian Gulf shipping amid Iran war
The insurance giant will work with the U.S. Development Finance Corporation to help backstop shipping.
Stocks making the biggest moves midday: Oracle, Nebius, Campbell’s, Serve Robotics, Cadre and more
These are some of the stocks posting the largest midday moves.
Inflation has broken the steady 60/40 portfolio. Bank of America gives other ways to diversify
The bank recommends adding exposure to emerging markets and international small-cap plays.
Investor ban on buying homes stalls housing affordability bill
A bill to increase housing supply and decrease costs is set to sail through the Senate on Thursday, but House leaders foresee further negotiations.
One global strategist sees a market correction resulting from Iran war fallout. Where to hide
A variety of risks in an equity market near all-time highs make it difficult to decide where to go.
Tim Scott hopes Fed Chair Powell investigation ‘goes away’ to clear Kevin Warsh confirmation
President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed chair, but the process has been blocked amid a federal investigation into Powell.
Buy the dip and hedge risk on this energy services stock, using options
Tony Zhang breaks down this cash-secured put strategy.
Oracle stock spikes 12% as strong Q3 earnings answer Wall Street AI buildout concerns
CEO Clayton Magouyrk said on the earnings call that the ‘bring-your-own-hardware’ model has been working and the company will not incur any more debt in 2026.