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Coordinated intervention allowed Japan to support its currency without selling off its U.S. debt holdings.

A Currency Trader at Heart, Bessent Bets on Japan’s Yen Posted August 7, 2026 3:04AM ET In recent developments in the global economy, Japan has successfully navigated the challenges of currency management through a coordinated intervention strategy. This approach has… more ›
New Mexico Judge Ordered Meta to Create a New $567 Million Fund in Addition to Paying $375 Million in Previously Determined Civil Penalties

Meta Ordered to Pay $942 Million to Address Harm to Children From Social Media Posted August 7, 2026 1:15AM ET In a landmark decision, Meta Platforms Inc. has been ordered to pay $942 million to address the alleged harm caused… more ›
Aston Martin’s lenders are threatening to sue the carmaker after it shifted key assets from the UK to the Cayman Islands.

Aston Martin faces legal battle over shifting assets to Cayman Islands Posted August 5, 2026 4:55AM ET In a surprising turn of events, Aston Martin’s lenders are reportedly considering legal action against the luxury carmaker. The issue at hand arises… more ›
Bitcoin’s prolonged bear market is masking a fundamental shift in the systems churning beneath the surface, with hedge funds and asset managers quietly replacing retail traders as the dominant market forces.

Wall Street Is Deepening Its Crypto Grip and Rewiring the Market Posted August 5 2026, 4:50AM ET Bitcoin’s prolonged bear market has been a significant topic of discussion amongst investors and analysts alike. However, beneath the surface, there’s a fundamental… more ›
Procter & Gamble will acquire supplements brand Thorne for $3.8 billion

Procter & Gamble is buying supplement brand Thorne for $3.8 billion Posted August 5, 2026 4:45AM ET Procter & Gamble has made a significant move in the wellness industry by announcing its acquisition of the supplements brand Thorne for a… more ›
US soybean growers are working to meet rising global demand despite a decline in the country’s farmland and number of farms

US soybean farmers race to meet global demand as farmland shrinks Posted August 5, 2026 4:40AM ET US soybean growers face the challenge of increased global demand while navigating a landscape marked by declining farmland and the number of active… more ›
General Motors new tab has renewed its joint venture with China’s SAIC Motor Corp for another 20 years enabling ‌the U.S. automaker to use China as an export hub amid rising competition from Chinese brands in and outside their home market.

GM renews China joint venture with SAIC for 20 years after restructuring Posted August 5, 2026 4:35AM ET General Motors has recently announced the renewal of its joint venture with China’s SAIC Motor Corp for an additional 20 years. This… more ›
Cybercriminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence to target people: Americans lost more than $893 million from AI-related crimes last year, according to the FBI.

AI is giving hackers an edge. Here’s how to protect yourself from online scams Posted August 5, 2026 4:11AM ET Cybercriminals are deploying increasingly sophisticated tactics, and the rise of artificial intelligence is a significant factor in this troubling trend.… more ›
Trump Media & Technology Group has launched a paid service to give Wall Street firms and institutional investors the “fastest access” to the social media site’s most influential accounts.

Why Trump Media’s sale of fast access to market-moving social posts is controversial Posted August 5, 2026 4:06AM ET Trump Media & Technology Group has unveiled an innovative paid service aimed at providing Wall Street firms and institutional investors with… more ›
Walgreens is continuing to close stores as part of its multiyear turnaround, but the pace has slowed, with fewer than 100 closures expected in 2026 and a recent list of about a dozen specific locations announced.

Walgreens reveals latest round of store closures Posted August 5, 2026 3:59AM ET In a significant shift in its operational strategy, Walgreens is moving forward with its multiyear turnaround plan, which includes the closure of several store locations. However, the… more ›