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Mortgage rates today, May 21, 2026
Mortgage rates today, May 21, 2026

Compare average mortgage rates on different types of home loans so you can pick the best mortgage for your needs as you house shop.

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 21, 2026
Current refi mortgage rates report for May 21, 2026
Current refi mortgage rates report for May 21, 2026
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Current ARM mortgage rates report for May 21, 2026
Current ARM mortgage rates report for May 21, 2026
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SpaceX IPO targets $28.5 trillion total addressable market, mission to ‘make life multiplanetary’ and understand ‘true nature of the universe’
By Nick LichtenbergMay 20, 2026
With bond yields surging to 4.7%, T-notes are looking like a better deal than the pricey S&P, says the Research Affiliates’ formula
With bond yields surging to 4.7%, T-notes are looking like a better deal than the pricey S&P, says the Research Affiliates’ formula
By Shawn TullyMay 21, 2026
Vice President JD Vance rebuffs question about President Trump’s stock investments, says Trump is so wealthy he doesn’t trade stocks himself
Vice President JD Vance rebuffs question about President Trump’s stock investments, says Trump is so wealthy he doesn’t trade stocks himself
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezMay 21, 2026
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A ‘proudly autistic’ workplace expert says putting neurodivergent employees in a typical office is like dropping a polar bear in Austin, Texas

Daniel Wendler says most companies are unknowingly suppressing their neurodivergent workers — and leaving a serious competitive advantage behind.

By Tristan BoveMay 20, 2026
80% of companies have an immigrant in a top leadership role—Trump’s visa crackdown is forcing them to make a ‘plan C,’ warns immigration expert

Last year, Apple and Google told employees on visas to not leave the U.S. to avoid the risk of getting stranded in another country.

By Sasha RogelbergMay 20, 2026
2025 was a turning point for your electricity bill and it’s just getting more expensive from here. It’s not just data centers

The AI construction boom is not blameless, but it’s only one of the many reasons electricity is getting so pricey.

By Tristan BoveMay 20, 2026
Harvard admits it was too easy to get A grades, vows crackdown

“The Harvard faculty voted to make their grades mean what they say they mean,” members of the faculty subcommittee said.

By Leah Willingham and The Associated PressMay 20, 2026
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Top CD rates from major banks May 20, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more
Top CD rates from major banks on May 20, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more

A deposit account at a bank you already recognize can be a safe way to earn interest on your money.

By Joseph HostetlerMay 20, 2026
U.S. national debt officially hits $39 trillion—adding approximately $5 billion a day since October

According to Treasury data, updated retrospectively for May 18, the debt landed at $39,008,999,901,378.68.

By Eleanor PringleMay 20, 2026
The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 5.00% on May 20, 2026

There are still high-yield savings accounts offering APYs around 5%. See which banks have the highest savings account rates available on May 13, 2026.

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 20, 2026
The bond market is firing a warning shot in the direction of Washington, D.C.

Everything you need to know before you reach the office this morning.

By Eleanor PringleMay 20, 2026
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Jeff Bezos on Zohran Mamdani’s big mistake: ‘When you don’t know how to solve a problem, create a villain, blame them’

The Amazon founder defended fellow billionaire Ken Griffin while endorsing New York’s pied-à-terre tax in the same breath. “Ken Griffin isn’t a villain.”

By Nick LichtenbergMay 20, 2026
Single Gen Z women are destroying their male counterparts when it comes to buying their first house

The National Association of Realtors looked at the data and found Gen Z women are nearly twice as together when it comes to homebuying.

By Alex Veiga and The Associated PressMay 20, 2026
Current price of Ethereum for May 20, 2026

Ethereum isn’t just digital money; it’s a decentralized computing platform, meaning users can build and run apps on it without oversight of a company or bank.

By Joseph HostetlerMay 20, 2026
Despite a $500 million net worth, Shaq just finished his fourth degree. He warns graduates: ‘Your character will take you further than your resume’

The NBA legend and businessman just earned another degree from LSU at 54—but he says character and humility matter more than credentials.

By Preston ForeMay 20, 2026
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Nvidia tells skeptical investors that AI is ready to go mainstream

The outlook let down investors who expect moonshot results from the chipmaker. But Nvidia announced a big boost to its dividend and $80 billion in stock buybacks.

By Ian King and BloombergMay 20, 2026
SpaceX finally files IPO prospectus, reveals revenue is up–but losses are too

In a S-1 filing replete with glossy photos of rockets and space, SpaceX gave investors the first peek at its business financials and plans for a massive IPO.

By Allie Garfinkle and Alexei OreskovicMay 20, 2026
The one number that will actually move Nvidia’s stock Wednesday night

A beat is almost a given—Nvidia has beaten expectations 21 of the last 23 quarters. Whether the stock rallies or falls depends on a number below the fold.

By Eva RoytburgMay 20, 2026
SpaceX will be worth trillions, but the space station that made it possible is worth even more — if we don’t squander it

SpaceX’s IPO and NASA preparing to deorbit the ISS could mean missing out on trillions in untapped value — unless we build a bridge to the space economy.

By Tejpaul BhatiaMay 20, 2026
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Target posts biggest jump in comparable sales in 4 years as turnaround takes shape

The retail chain also raised its annual revenue outlook, saying it expected the momentum to continue the rest of the year.

By Anne D'Innocenzio and The Associated PressMay 20, 2026
How the multibillion dollar AI data center boom has transformed CBRE, the world’s largest commercial real estate company

The AI buildout is reshaping everything from power grids to rural land markets—and turning CBRE into a key player in the infrastructure boom.

By Sharon GoldmanMay 20, 2026
Current refi mortgage rates report for May 20, 2026

Looking to refinance your mortgage in hopes of getting a lower rate or tapping home equity? See our latest report on average refi rates.

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 20, 2026
Mortgage rates today, May 20, 2026

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By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 20, 2026
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Energy
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Prices at the pump hit $4 a gallon in all 50 states—just as summer driving season begins
Prices at the pump hit $4 a gallon in all 50 states—just as summer driving season begins

The average gasoline price could surge above $5 by the end of the summer if the war continues unabated.

By Jordan BlumMay 20, 2026
Current price of oil as of May 20, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

By Joseph HostetlerMay 20, 2026
Americans’ AI hate wave might just be gathering steam: Data centers could hike power costs in some states over 50% by 2030

The AI infrastructure boom is coming for Americans’ utility bills, and public patience is already running out.

By Tristan BoveMay 19, 2026
Current price of oil as of May 19, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

By Joseph HostetlerMay 19, 2026
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Variational co-founders Edward Yu and Lucas Schuermann pose for a picture
Variational raises $50 million Series A to bring liquidity from traditional markets to blockchain rails

The startup is seeking to set itself apart from Hyperliquid by sourcing liquidity from traditional providers.

By Jack KubinecMay 20, 2026
Exclusive: Circle cofounder raises $30 million for Series A ‘AI-native bank’ Catena Labs

Sean Neville’s startup aims to build banking tools especially designed for AI agents.

By Ben WeissMay 20, 2026
Harvard sold off its entire $87 million Ethereum stake just one quarter after buying it

The university was the largest new buyer of BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF in Q4 of 2025

By Jack KubinecMay 18, 2026
Eisen raises $18.5 million to help Americans recover forgotten funds before they are sent to state governments

The startup says it is helping people recover unclaimed money turned over to states in a process known as escheatment

By Jack KubinecMay 19, 2026
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Sheryl Sandberg tells Gen Z the 10-year career plan is dead as AI wipes out entry-level jobs: ‘Don’t script your career when the future is uncertain’
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By Orianna Rosa RoyleMay 21, 2026
Microsoft lost its way in the AI race. Can Copilot get it back on course?
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By Jeremy KahnMay 21, 2026
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Big TechElon Musk’s proposed pay package in SpaceX’s IPO filing reveals what the company actually is: a $1 trillion monster built to colonize Mars
By Eva RoytburgMay 20, 2026
Antler CEO Magnus Grimeland says Silicon Valley doesn’t have a monopoly on tech: ‘People can innovate from almost anywhere’
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Pay transparency is exposing a bigger problem: Most companies can’t explain why they pay what they pay
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By Sydney LakeMay 20, 2026
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CommentaryThe Strait of Hormuz is the fourth large supply shock this decade. Welcome to the new era of global disorder
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Costco CEO promises the $1.50 hot dog isn’t going away: ‘The price will not change as long as I’m around’
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By Sydney LakeMarch 21, 2026
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CommentaryThe entry-level job market is the worst it’s been in 37 years. Stop blaming Gen Z
By Janelle Jones and Nia LawMarch 21, 2026
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AIWomen are avoiding the very technology that threatens them most, as expert warns of a ‘two-tiered AI economy’ approaching
By Jacqueline MunisMarch 21, 2026
Why Block’s COO is tracking ‘gross profit per employee’—and how AI is on track to double it to $2 million
AIWhy Block’s COO is tracking ‘gross profit per employee’—and how AI is on track to double it to $2 million
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AIA man let ChatGPT sell his home. It beat every agent’s estimate by $100K—and closed in 5 days
By Jake AngeloMarch 21, 2026
US President Donald Trump, left, and Marco Rubio, US secretary of state, speak to members of the media on the South Lawn of the White House before boarding Marine One in Washington, DC, US, on Friday, March 20, 2026. US officials said the White House is sending more than 2,000 additional Marines to the Middle East as it weighs a plan to seize Iran's Kharg Island oil export hub, a ground operation that would carry huge risks for President Donald Trump.
EnergyThree weeks into the Iran war that’s requested $200 billion, here’s what success for Trump might look like
By Jordan BlumMarch 21, 2026
How the Strait of Hormuz poses an existential threat to Asia’s economies
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Tariffs were already squeezing small businesses. Now the Iran conflict is pushing them to the brink as rising oil prices boost shipping costs
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Trump says U.S. considers ‘winding down’ Iran military effort
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It’s looking like Trump’s war created a private oil lane for China and other countries willing to play ball with Iran
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By Jason MaMarch 20, 2026
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By Collin Binkley and The Associated PressMarch 20, 2026
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Mark Cuban reads 1,000 emails a day—now he’s using a Mac Mini to fight the AI-generated flood threatening his clean inbox obsession
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By Jake AngeloMarch 20, 2026
Trump’s memecoin does have a purpose: Access to the White House
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A man walks between two luxury cars with the skyline of Dubai in the background.
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By Sasha RogelbergMarch 20, 2026
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By Steve H. Hanke and David M. WalkerMarch 20, 2026
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AI boom is fueling demand for skilled trades—and demand for technicians, HVAC workers, and electricians is soaring, with six-figure salaries to match
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By Preston ForeMarch 20, 2026
300 years of wars show they are ‘always disaster times’ for holders of government debt because of inflation and financial repression
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