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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
housing
Single Gen Z women are destroying their male counterparts when it comes to buying their first house
By Alex Veiga and The Associated PressMay 20, 2026
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Despite a $500 million net worth, Shaq just finished his fourth degree. He warns graduates: ‘Your character will take you further than your resume’
By Preston ForeMay 20, 2026
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
By Joseph HostetlerMay 20, 2026
Accenture exec says the consulting giant is hiring more entry-level workers out of college compared to last year
Accenture exec says the consulting giant is hiring more entry-level workers out of college compared to last year
By Emma BurleighMay 20, 2026
Indeed chief economist says execs are ‘overestimating the speed’ of AI transformation in the labor market
Indeed chief economist says execs are ‘overestimating the speed’ of AI transformation in the labor market
By Sheryl EstradaMay 20, 2026
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America’s new AI map shows something surprising: ‘A lot of normal people are adopting AI’

Microsoft’s U.S. AI diffusion report finds the technology spreading into college towns, Sun Belt suburbs, and small businesses that didn’t exist years ago.

By Nick LichtenbergMay 20, 2026
The definitive guide to trade wars just dropped. Its authors have one message for Washington: Study your enemy

Soumaya Keynes and Chad Bown spent years podcasting about trade before this book. They think the U.S. needs to get comfortable with unAmerican economics.

By Nick LichtenbergMay 20, 2026
Milken-Harris Poll: 80% of Americans want AI workforce programs now — and Washington hasn’t delivered

Our poll finds workers and business leaders agree: the U.S. needs a coordinated national response, even a new social safety net, for AI job disruption.

By Karen Kornbluh and Libby RodneyMay 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
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Banking
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The bond market is firing a warning shot in the direction of Washington, D.C.
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
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
Why the 137-year-old developer Hongkong Land is reinventing itself—and trying to broaden its focus beyond its home city

Hong Kong currently makes up 60% of Hongkong Land’s rental income; CEO Michael Smith, who took over in 2024, wants to get it down to 40%.

By Nicholas GordonMay 19, 2026
Exclusive: Advocacy groups file complaint against Roblox, alleging its manipulative design puts kids at risk

The complaint follows a parent who lost her son to people who groomed him on the platform.

By Catherina GioinoMay 20, 2026
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Personal Finance
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Current price of Ethereum for May 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
Current price of Bitcoin for May 20, 2026

Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency and remains the most popular crypto coin on the market.

By Joseph HostetlerMay 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
SoFi® private student loans review 2026

Investing in your education is one way to effectively make yourself worth more—and a SoFi private student loan can be is one of the best ways to finance it.

By Joseph HostetlerMay 20, 2026
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How Metropolis built a $5 billion AI infrastructure company out of America’s parking problem

CEO Alex Israel says the company’s “recognition economy” thesis could reshape physical infrastructure, blending computer vision, biometrics, and next-generation mobility.

By Lily Mae LazarusMay 20, 2026
Google’s I/O conference showed how the company is being completely rebuilt for AI—for better or for worse

Even Google’s iconic search box is being revamped to accommodate AI.

By Alexei Oreskovic and Sharon GoldmanMay 19, 2026
‘Blood in the streets’: Legendary investor Jeremy Grantham pulls back the curtain on the AI wars to reveal a ‘brutal, competitive world’

GMO co-founder Jeremy Grantham says the era of Big Tech monopoly profits is over — and AI is the reason why.

By Nick LichtenbergMay 19, 2026
The 30-year yield hasn’t been this high since the Great Recession. Do the bond vigilantes ride again?

“Wow.” Analysts can’t decide if the bond market rout is nothing or everything.

By Eva RoytburgMay 19, 2026
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Real Estate
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How the multibillion dollar AI data center boom has transformed CBRE, the world’s largest commercial real estate company
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
Mortgage rates today, May 20, 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 20, 2026
Current ARM mortgage rates report for May 20, 2026

Some homeowners might benefit from an adjustable-rate mortgage over the more common fixed-rate loans. Here’s what to know.

By Glen Luke FlanaganMay 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
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Energy
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Current price of oil as of May 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
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
NextEra’s $67 billion Dominion takeover creates the world’s largest utility—just in time to win the AI data-center power surge

NextEra’s move to buy Dominion is a big bet on scale and affordability to win over AI data center developers.

By Jordan BlumMay 18, 2026
High gas prices are just the beginning: How the Iran war is changing the global energy map

The largest global energy-supply shock in history is causing chaos around the world. Here are the winners and losers.

By Jordan BlumMay 19, 2026
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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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AIThe sound of graduating from college in the AI summer of 2026: boo!
By Heather Hollingsworth, Jocelyn Gecker and The Associated PressMay 20, 2026
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PoliticsTrump gets revenge on Epstein rebel Thomas Massie in Kentucky GOP primary
By Jesse Bedayn, Dylan Lovan and The Associated PressMay 20, 2026
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By Nick LichtenbergMay 20, 2026
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AsiaDays after Trump flies out of Beijing, Xi and Putin hail the best friendship in their history
By E. Eduardo Castillo, Simina Mistreanu and The Associated PressMay 20, 2026
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Startups & VentureMeet the brothers who turned a homegrown AI agent into a $12 million bet on the future of work — in six weeks
By Nick LichtenbergMay 20, 2026
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CommentaryThe 50-year-old law that governed every software company just broke. Here’s what replaces it
By Martin Casado and Abhishek NagarajMay 20, 2026
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European markets slide as Iran ‘war trade’ joins the global AI ‘scare trade’
EuropeEuropean markets slide as Iran ‘war trade’ joins the global AI ‘scare trade’
By Kamal AhmedMarch 2, 2026
  • Trump calls death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei the ‘single greatest chance for the Iranian people to take back their Country’
    PoliticsTrump calls death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei the ‘single greatest chance for the Iranian people to take back their Country’
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The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 5.00% on March 2, 2026
Personal FinanceThe top high-yield savings rates: Up to 5.00% on March 2, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganMarch 2, 2026
Top CD rates on March 2, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.15%
Personal FinanceTop CD rates on March 2, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.15%
By Glen Luke FlanaganMarch 2, 2026
Why Sequoia’s Alfred Lin isn’t worried about the SaaS-pocalypse
NewslettersWhy Sequoia’s Alfred Lin isn’t worried about the SaaS-pocalypse
By Leo SchwartzMarch 2, 2026
An intercepted projectile falls into the sea near Dubai's Palm Jumeirah archipelago on March 1, 2026. The United States and Israel launched strikes against Iran on February 28, killing Iran's supreme leader and top military leaders, prompting authorities to retaliate with strikes on Israel and US bases across the Gulf. (Photo by FADEL SENNA / AFP)
EnergyStocks enter global selloff, but some on Wall Street are looking for assets that respond well to war
By Jim EdwardsMarch 2, 2026
Mortgage rates, March 2, 2026
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By Glen Luke FlanaganMarch 2, 2026
  • Dubai’s worst nightmare unfolds as Iran strikes Gulf neighbors
    PoliticsDubai’s worst nightmare unfolds as Iran strikes Gulf neighbors
    By Dana Khraiche, Fiona MacDonald and BloombergFebruary 28, 2026
Current refi mortgage rates report for March 2, 2026
Personal FinanceCurrent refi mortgage rates report for March 2, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganMarch 2, 2026
Current ARM mortgage rates report for March 2, 2026
Personal FinanceCurrent ARM mortgage rates report for March 2, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganMarch 2, 2026
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Future of WorkA dire electrician shortage is a ‘life or death’ threat to the AI data center boom—and an opportunity for Gen Z
By Preston ForeMarch 2, 2026
Dow futures fall 350 points on U.S.-Iran conflict, but oil prices pare gains as Trump hints at sanctions relief for new leadership
EnergyDow futures fall 350 points on U.S.-Iran conflict, but oil prices pare gains as Trump hints at sanctions relief for new leadership
By Jason Ma and Amanda GerutMarch 1, 2026
Asian aviation stocks plunge as Iran conflict forces airlines to cancel flights over Middle Eastern airspace
AsiaAsian aviation stocks plunge as Iran conflict forces airlines to cancel flights over Middle Eastern airspace
By Angelica AngMarch 1, 2026
  • Iran’s missile barrage tests whether U.S. has enough interceptors
    PoliticsIran’s missile barrage tests whether U.S. has enough interceptors
    By Gerry Doyle and BloombergFebruary 28, 2026
This American tourist stranded in Dubai due to Iran’s bombardment doesn’t think she’ll be back — ‘the universe was trying to tell us something’
PoliticsThis American tourist stranded in Dubai due to Iran’s bombardment doesn’t think she’ll be back — ‘the universe was trying to tell us something’
By Brian Melley and The Associated PressMarch 1, 2026
At least 22 people killed and more than 120 injured in Pakistan after Iran supporters try to storm U.S. Consulate
AsiaAt least 22 people killed and more than 120 injured in Pakistan after Iran supporters try to storm U.S. Consulate
By The Associated PressMarch 1, 2026
UAE stock markets to close for two days amid Iran strikes
PoliticsUAE stock markets to close for two days amid Iran strikes
By Sherif Tarek, Omar Tamo, Farah Elbahrawy and BloombergMarch 1, 2026
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EconomyNBA star’s partnership with a prediction market raises new questions for a troubled sports betting landscape
By Carlos GarciaMarch 1, 2026
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Politics3 U.S. service members killed and 5 seriously wounded in Iran operation, after Trump warned of casualties
By Ben Finley and The Associated PressMarch 1, 2026
U.S. military gives Iran a taste of its own medicine with cheap copycat Shahed drones, while concern shifts to munitions supply in extended conflict
Middle EastU.S. military gives Iran a taste of its own medicine with cheap copycat Shahed drones, while concern shifts to munitions supply in extended conflict
By Jason MaMarch 1, 2026
As Iran attacks Dubai, the tax-free haven for the global elite could see ‘catastrophic’ fallout — ‘this can also send shockwaves globally’
Middle EastAs Iran attacks Dubai, the tax-free haven for the global elite could see ‘catastrophic’ fallout — ‘this can also send shockwaves globally’
By Jason MaMarch 1, 2026
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FinanceGen Z can’t afford the American Dream—so they’ve traded homeownership for paying off debt. ‘Their debt feels heavier because it hits earlier’
By Sydney LakeMarch 1, 2026
Oil prices soar 10% as tanker traffic halts near the Strait of Hormuz amid Iran attacks while IRGC warns against passage. ‘Our ships will stay put’
EnergyOil prices soar 10% as tanker traffic halts near the Strait of Hormuz amid Iran attacks while IRGC warns against passage. ‘Our ships will stay put’
By Jason MaMarch 1, 2026
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PoliticsWeeks before his death, Iran’s 86-year-old Supreme Leader heard shouts of ‘Death to Khamenei’ and unleashed a bloody crackdown
By Lee Keath, Cara Anna and The Associated PressMarch 1, 2026
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Middle EastTop diplomat on Middle Eastern regime change as a losing game: ‘U.S. history in that area of the world is not good with this’
By Donald Heflin and The ConversationMarch 1, 2026
OPEC+ to resume oil output increases as Iran conflict rages
EnergyOPEC+ to resume oil output increases as Iran conflict rages
By Grant Smith, Nayla Razzouk, Salma El Wardany, Fiona MacDonald and BloombergMarch 1, 2026
Air fares could rise if Iran conflict lingers as carriers reroute flights and burn more fuel to dodge airspace closures across Mideast
PoliticsAir fares could rise if Iran conflict lingers as carriers reroute flights and burn more fuel to dodge airspace closures across Mideast
By Cara Rubinsky, Marc Levy, Josh Funk and The Associated PressMarch 1, 2026
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SuccessUSAA CEO says Gen Z ‘are not going to be as well off’ as boomers and Gen Xers—they need to take ownership of their success, he urges
By Emma BurleighMarch 1, 2026
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EconomyYour grandparents are the reason the U.S. isn’t in a recession right now. That won’t last forever
By Eleanor PringleMarch 1, 2026
Ray Dalio, Scott Bessent and House members from both sides of the aisle are rallying around a ‘3% solution’ to tame the out of control national debt
EconomyRay Dalio, Scott Bessent and House members from both sides of the aisle are rallying around a ‘3% solution’ to tame the out of control national debt
By Shawn TullyMarch 1, 2026
U.S. President Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address during a joint session of Congress in the House Chamber at the Capitol on February 24, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
EnergyYour utility bills keep going up. Here’s everyone you can blame—AI data centers included
By Jordan BlumMarch 1, 2026
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PoliticsA month before Iran strikes, Trump told Iranian protesters help was on the way amid a government crackdown
By Aamer Madhani, Josh Boak and The Associated PressFebruary 28, 2026
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PoliticsIranian Supreme Leader Khamenei dies after major attack by Israel and the U.S., Iranian state media confirms
By Jon Gambrell, Melanie Lidman, Josh Boak, Eric Tucker and The Associated PressFebruary 28, 2026
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