U.S. equities posted gains in the latest session even as shares of the consumer technology giant came under pressure, leaving investors to look ahead to a...
Trending News
August 18, 2026
August 18, 2026
Tag: federal reserve
Stocks Close Week Higher as Strong Earnings Offset Rising Yields
U.S. equities finished the week on a positive note, powered by a strong round of corporate earnings reports even as Treasury yields climbed. The combination tested...
Why Bad News Can Be Good News for Stocks
It seems counterintuitive, but stock prices can rise even when economic data disappoints. Understanding why helps investors make sense of market moves that otherwise look puzzling....
U.S. Economy Slows in Second Quarter, GDP Growth Comes in at 1.5%
The U.S. economy expanded at a slower pace in the second quarter of 2026, with gross domestic product growing at an annualized rate of 1.5%. The...