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The World Can’t Get Enough U.S. Energy Published May 18, 2026 3:15AM ET UPDATED 2:00PM ET Overseas buyers are looking to America for oil and transportation fuels, helping deplete its domestic inventories In recent months, the demand for U.S. energy… more ›

Once upon a time, earning £100,000 was an aspirational benchmark, a sure sign of financial success reserved for the savviest business minds or professionals at the very top of their game. This figure marks a sharp increase from just 1.2… more ›

Meta-Backed Scale AI Wins $500 Million Defense Department Deal The Pentagon awarded a $500 million contract to Meta Platforms Inc.-backed Scale AI to help sift through data and assist in decision-making, the latest step in the US military’s effort to rely… more ›

S&P 500 Futures Edge Higher After Index Posts Another Record The S&P 500 index, a major indicator of U.S. equities, has recently achieved yet another record close, signaling strong investor confidence in the market. This surge in the index has… more ›

The Current State of the U.S. Economy: Bank Earnings, Credit Quality, and Crypto Regulation The U.S. economy has been attracting significant attention lately, driven by substantial investments in key sectors such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced manufacturing. The… more ›

Micron tops $700 billion market cap, stock extends rally amid AI-driven memory demand In recent weeks, Micron Technology Inc. has made headlines for reaching a remarkable milestone: surpassing a market capitalization of $700 billion. This achievement highlights the company’s pivotal… more ›

CNN Founder Ted Turner, a Pioneer of Cable TV News, Dies at 87 Ted Turner, the visionary media mogul and founder of CNN, passed away at the age of 87. He leaves behind a legacy that transformed the landscape of… more ›

United Healthcare eases up on ‘prior authorizations’ UnitedHealthcare says it will eliminate the requirement for “prior authorization” for many of its health care services, after complaints from doctors and patients that the practice ultimately delays or denies care. Understanding Prior Authorization… more ›

Shell Profits Beat Expectations Amid Iran War Volatility In a time marked by geopolitical instability, major players in the energy sector have been navigating turbulent waters. Among them, Europe’s biggest oil and gas group, Shell, has reported impressive financial results… more ›

You could be losing thousands every time you change jobs The hassle of shifting money from one retirement account to another often results in people undermining their savings efforts and goals. Understanding the Secure 2.0 Act: What Happens to Your… more ›