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Scott Bessent is using moves from his hedge fund days to prop up Japan’s yen—and America’s $40 trillion national debt

The man who once shorted currencies is now propping them up. “He takes risks that other Treasury secretaries over the past two generations wouldn’t.”

By Mia OsmonbekovAugust 4, 2026
Best certificates of deposit (CDs) for August 2026
Best certificates of deposit (CDs) for August 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
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Bessent’s Yen gamble is a warning sign — buckle up
By Steve H. Hanke and Roger KopplAugust 4, 2026
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh speaks during a news conference at Federal Reserve Headquarters on July 29, 2026 in Washington, DC.
Kevin Warsh told Wall Street he’d be sharing less—Goldman Sachs fears a void of Fed facts will only amplify misinformation and instability
By Eleanor PringleAugust 4, 2026
What’s a good rate on a private student loan?
What’s a good rate on a private student loan?
By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
President Donald Trump looks on during an announcement.
‘This is insider trading by definition’: Trump sells $100,000 monthly subscription service to Wall Street to further monetize the presidency
By Joshua HongAugust 4, 2026
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Why a measly 100,000 job openings is normal for the Trump economy

June openings fell to 7.36 million, but immigration curbs and retirements may have pushed the break-even hiring rate close to zero.

By Paul Wiseman and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026
JPMorgan Chase, Accenture and others are teaming up on a new venture to standardize how AI token use is measured

J.R. Storment, executive director of the Tokenomics Foundation, explains what finance chiefs should ask their tech counterparts before setting a budget for AI tokens.

By Sheryl EstradaAugust 4, 2026
McDonald’s U.S. sales growth stalls to 0.8% as gas prices bite

A year after its Minecraft meal drove a 2.5% sales jump, McDonald’s names a new U.S. chief amid a cautious-consumer slowdown,

By Michelle Chapman and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026
Trump called his own housing bill a ‘yawn.’ Now he’s heading for a west coast tour with a 32% approval rating on the economy

As Trump tours LA and Las Vegas to sell tax cuts, Newsom fires back over the $7.25 federal minimum wage.

By Darlene Superville and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026
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Capital One had 300 Trump accounts — then its money-laundering team stepped in

Bank filing says a months-long AML (anti-money-laundering) review, not politics, ended Trump’s accounts.

By Ken Sweet and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026
A forgotten Swedish economist’s 130-year-old theory explains why investors won’t quit funding America’s near-$40 trillion pile of debt

“To oversimplify: You could argue that U.S. deficits are, in effect, being increasingly funded by its tech sector.”

By Eleanor PringleAugust 4, 2026
Top CD rates from major banks on August 4, 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 HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
Today’s top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on Aug. 4, 2026

Some high-yield savings accounts are still offering rates around 5%. Check out our ranking of the highest savings account rates available today.

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
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Current price of gold as of August 4, 2026
Current price of gold as of August 4, 2026

Trends in gold prices could indicate whether the asset can protect against inflation. Here’s a look at how the precious metal is doing today.

By Danny BakstAugust 4, 2026
Top CD rates today, Aug. 4, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.50%

CD rates are currently at their highest compared to recent years, with many yielding over 4% APYs

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
Current price of Ethereum for August 4, 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 HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
Current price of Bitcoin for August 4, 2026

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

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
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Exclusive: Dinari, founded by Stripe and Apple alums, partners with Circle to offer tokenized stocks to U.S. investors

The launch features 724 tokenized equities, including the entire S&P 500, marking the largest catalog of digital shares currently available.

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 4, 2026
Global shares rally, oil rebounds as Iran war de-escalation, yen intervention worries ease

European and Asian indexes rose Tuesday and oil rebounded as investors weighed the U.S.-Japan yen intervention and Trump’s Iran strike delay.

By The Associated Press and Yuri KageyamaAugust 4, 2026
HappyRobot is worth $1.2 billion. Its founder says it’s just ‘getting started’

The AI agent startup just raised $150 million after growing revenue more than 5x and landing customers that have expanded contracts by as much as 10x.

By Lily Mae LazarusAugust 4, 2026
Toyota sold fewer cars but nearly doubled profit on cheap yen

A weak yen added $2.2 billion to Toyota’s quarterly profit even as vehicle sales dipped; full-year profit is still forecast to fall.

By Yuri Kageyama and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026
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Current ARM mortgage rates report for Aug. 4, 2026
Current ARM mortgage rates report for Aug. 4, 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 FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
Current refi mortgage rates report for Aug. 4, 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 FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
Today’s home equity loan and HELOC rates, August 4, 2026

By staying on top of home equity loan and HELOC interest rates, you’ll recognize when it’s a good time to apply for these comparatively cheap borrowing options.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
Mortgage rates today, Aug. 4, 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 FlanaganAugust 4, 2026
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The remains of the German tugboat wreckage marked as UJ-106 in the Danube River.
Danube River’s shrinking water levels expose dozens of World War II ships

Amidst record-low water levels that have caused governments across Europe to plan for electricity shortages, German ships sunk in the war are resurfacing.

By The Associated Press and Marko DrobnjakovicAugust 4, 2026
Could a UN-backed plan to reopen Hormuz break the deadlock? 

In this week’s Fortune Gulf Brief.

By Melissa HancockAugust 4, 2026
As confusion reigns over Hormuz talks, Fortune gets exclusive access to a UN-backed plan to reopen the strait 

The Strait of Hormuz is the key battleground in the U.S.-Iran war, with vital ship traffic all but halted in recent months. There is a project to break the impasse.

By Melissa HancockAugust 4, 2026
Current price of oil as of August 4, 2026

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

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
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Cloudflare just launched a permanent ID tool and wallet for AI shopping
Cloudflare just launched a permanent ID tool and wallet for AI shopping

The new service makes it easier for consumers to equip AI agents with tools that let them spend and identity themselves to merchants’ agents.

By Jeff John RobertsAugust 4, 2026
OpenAI’s Greg Brockman gave $5.5 million to protect the home of an internet-famous bald eagle named Jackie

As the internet-famous eagle fought for her life in intensive care, the Brockmans’ donation closed a $10 million fundraiser with days to spare.

By Sydney LakeAugust 4, 2026
Bitcoin owners rocked by $116 million hack: What we know about the Coldcard exploit

The hack, which has drained 1,816 Bitcoin across 5,200 addresses, is devastating because it affected hyper-secure cold storage wallets.

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 3, 2026
Kalshi CEO clashes with disgraced former Congressman George Santos in latest prediction market controversy

Santos was ordered to pay $35,000 after the CFTC found he had manipulated Kalshi contracts tied to his State of the Union attendance.

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 3, 2026
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Environment
Europe’s long, hot summer leads to thousands evacuated and fire operators dead
By The Associated Press, Derek Gatopoulos and Sylvie CorbetAugust 4, 2026
Trump meets AI giants, Senate Dems decry ‘unpredictable’ governance — and cheap Chinese AI looms as giant security risk
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Trump meets AI giants, Senate Dems decry ‘unpredictable’ governance — and cheap Chinese AI looms as giant security risk
By Catherina GioinoAugust 4, 2026
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SpaceX revenue surges to $7.8 billion, blowing past Wall Street expectations by nearly $1 billion
By Amanda GerutAugust 4, 2026
New York Attorney General Letitia James looks to her right at a news conference.
Law
20 states and DC sue as Trump moves to share low-income families’ data with immigration authorities
By The Associated Press and Anthony IzaguirreAugust 4, 2026
US President Donald Trump speaks about the conflict in Iran in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House.
Asia
Trump claims he’s talking with Iran as they hold talks with other nations
By The Associated Press, Samy Magdy, Elena Becatoros and Josh BoakAugust 4, 2026
OpenAI president Greg Brockman: We ‘contort’ ourselves around computers, clicking and typing is a ‘phase’
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OpenAI president Greg Brockman: We ‘contort’ ourselves around computers, clicking and typing is a ‘phase’
By Emily ForliniAugust 4, 2026
McDonald’s CEO turns to a trusted lieutenant with a turnaround record to revive its biggest market
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McDonald’s CEO turns to a trusted lieutenant with a turnaround record to revive its biggest market
By Phil WahbaAugust 4, 2026
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Big Tech
OpenAI fires back at Apple, publishing private emails to counter trade-secret claims
By Beatrice NolanAugust 4, 2026
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California Republican’s awkward pitch: vote for me even if you hate Trump
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California Republican’s awkward pitch: vote for me even if you hate Trump
By MIchael R. Blood and The Associated PressJuly 23, 2026
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    Europe does not need more ambition. It needs to stop hiding it
    By Thijn LamersJuly 23, 2026
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Economy
Democrats decide 2026 midterm elections are the perfect time for a civil war pitting socialists against moderates
By Jill Colvin and The Associated PressJuly 23, 2026
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North America
American homicides on track for lowest level in more than a century: ‘one of the most significant public safety developments in decades’
By Safiyah Riddle and The Associated PressJuly 23, 2026
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Politics
The Republican-controlled House just passed a stock trading bill — that exempts Trump’s 3,600 Q1 trades
By Joey Cappelletti and The Associated PressJuly 23, 2026
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Energy
Ford’s F-150 now doubles as a $1,100 home backup generator
By Alexa St. John and The Associated PressJuly 23, 2026
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North America
Trump signed a nuclear deal with Saudi, then rewrote its terms on social media to include Israel
By Aamer Madhani, Collin Binkley, Michelle L. Price and The Associated PressJuly 23, 2026
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    Personal Finance
    Spain lifted the World Cup, but the IRS still gets a cut of its $50 million pay day as players, coaches and refs all face complex U.S. “jock taxes”
    By Joshua HongJuly 23, 2026
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Success
Amazon’s Jeff Bezos could be the latest American billionaire to buy into European soccer clubs—he’s eyeing up a stake in Liverpool FC
By Emma BurleighJuly 23, 2026
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Trump dismissed affordability as a word ‘made up by the Democrats’ and promised oil would come ‘tumbling down’—then it hit $100 a barrel
By Nick LichtenbergJuly 23, 2026
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and U.S. President Donald Trump sit in the Oval Office.
Economy
The $39 trillion U.S. national debt isn’t as high as Japan’s and Singapore’s relative to economy size—and yet it’s still worse somehow
By Sasha RogelbergJuly 23, 2026
Current price of gold as of July 23, 2026
Personal Finance
Current price of gold as of July 23, 2026
By Danny BakstJuly 23, 2026
MoonPay to launch universal AI shopping wallet for non-technical Claude and ChatGPT consumers
Crypto
MoonPay to launch universal AI shopping wallet for non-technical Claude and ChatGPT consumers
By Jeff John RobertsJuly 23, 2026
  • ‘It’s called StreetEasy, not StreetHard’: Mamdani cracks down on scourge of ‘housefishing’ and ‘real estate slop’
    Real Estate
    ‘It’s called StreetEasy, not StreetHard’: Mamdani cracks down on scourge of ‘housefishing’ and ‘real estate slop’
    By Tatiana SatauaJuly 22, 2026
AI coding company Cursor, soon to be acquired by SpaceX, expands its CFO council
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AI coding company Cursor, soon to be acquired by SpaceX, expands its CFO council
By Sheryl EstradaJuly 23, 2026
ServiceNow CEO Bill McDermott pumping his fist.
AI
Wall Street is finally starting to buy ServiceNow CEO Bill McDermott’s story as the company beats Q2 earnings forecasts
By Jeremy KahnJuly 23, 2026
Members of KAIO and Mubadala Capital stand side by side smiling at the camera.
Crypto
Coinbase invests in tokenized version of Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund 
By Camila Grigera NaónJuly 23, 2026
Moonshot, DeepSeek, and the Great Chinese AI IPO Rush
Startups & Venture
Moonshot, DeepSeek, and the Great Chinese AI IPO Rush
By Nicholas GordonJuly 23, 2026
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Commentary
Michael Muthukrishna: The ‘lone genius’ myth is wrong and it’s holding back your business
By Michael MuthukrishnaJuly 23, 2026
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Commentary
The GLP-1 paradox: too expensive to cover, too effective to cut
By Bryan Sivak and Elina OnitskanskyJuly 23, 2026
President Donald Trump makes a statement on the census with Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross (L) in the Rose Garden of the White House on July 11, 2019 in Washington, DC.
Economy
Trump faces a catch-22 on Iran because of midterms, says his former commerce secretary: Face inflation furor or withdraw and look weak
By Eleanor PringleJuly 23, 2026
Top CD rates from major banks July 23, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more
Personal Finance
Top CD rates from major banks on July 23, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more
By Joseph HostetlerJuly 23, 2026
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Current price of Ethereum for July 23, 2026
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Current price of Bitcoin for July 23, 2026
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The hidden cost of AI: Why your town is negotiating with Amazon and Microsoft
By Melody BirminghamJuly 23, 2026
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Current price of silver as of Thursday, July 23, 2026
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The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on July 23, 2026
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The top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on July 23, 2026
By Glen Luke FlanaganJuly 23, 2026
Top CD rates on July 23, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.45%
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Top CD rates on July 23, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.45%
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Current ARM mortgage rates report for July 23, 2026
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Current ARM mortgage rates report for July 23, 2026
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Current refi mortgage rates report for July 23, 2026
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Mortgage rates, July 23, 2026
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Hasbro’s growth strategy isn’t just about kids anymore—it’s about ‘kidults’
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