Ex-US Attorney General Bondi testifies to Congress panel probing Epstein case
Russian Oreshnik missile fired in January was nine years old, Ukrainian experts say
Coinbase, Kalshi bring regulated perpetual crypto futures to US investors
Israeli forces cross key Lebanon river in expanded ground offensive
Trump says meeting Friday to make final decision on deal with Iran
Putin says it's too early to say if the drone which strayed into Romania was Russian
In farm country, an old American pickup truck becomes more than a workhorse
Altar-ed plans: US midfielder gets 1-day leave from World Cup training for his own wedding
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Fed's Bowman says extended energy shock could drive shift in policy outlook
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Tomatoes become latest symbol of America’s affordability squeeze
Prices for tomatoes are up 40% over the past year, the biggest increase tracked among products in the Consumer Price Index
May 29, 2026
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Deal or no deal
Everything Mike Dolan and the ROI team are excited to read, watch and listen to over the weekend. From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers!
May 29, 2026
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Global bonds take wild ride in May as Iran war shocks market
The Iran war rocked global bond markets again in May, sending yields to multi-decade highs as traders priced in central bank rate hikes
May 29, 2026
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Costlier flights, hotels divide US summer travel into haves and have-nots
Rising airfares and hotel rates are making budget-conscious Americans delay or cancel summer trips while wealthy travelers are holding fast to
May 28, 2026
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Three months, and counting
What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets It’s now a full three months into the Iran war, and the United States
May 28, 2026
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Key inflation gauge worsens as Americans' income and spending power erodes
A key inflation gauge accelerated in April to the highest level in three years, the latest sign that spiking gas prices and higher food costs are squeezing Americans’ finances
May 28, 2026
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It’s not just high gas prices – inflation is now spreading through the US economy
A key challenge for the Federal Reserve is that higher gas prices are inflationary, but they also reduce households’ spending power and dampen growth.
May 28, 2026
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Japan banks battle to secure deposits as savers chase market highs
Japanese banks are, in a historic shift, competing to shore up their deposit base as lending opportunities grow and consumers, seeking to
May 28, 2026
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US dollar weakens on reports of ceasefire deal between US and Iran
The U.S. dollar fell against major currencies on Thursday after reports the U.S. and Iran had reached an agreement to extend a ceasefire, though several similar
May 28, 2026
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ECB chief economist sees persistent impact on inflation from Iran war
The energy shock caused by the Middle East conflict will likely have a persistent impact on inflation even if there is a quick solution to the war, the
May 28, 2026
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NZ shuns 'sugar hits' in budget, slashes growth forecast as Iran war jolts economy
New Zealand on Thursday unveiled a budget with few voter incentives ahead of what is shaping up to be a tightly contested election later
May 28, 2026
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NY Fed finds 'remarkable increase' in food insecurity for many Americans
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May 27, 2026
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S&P 500 forecast to end year slightly higher even as war drags on
The benchmark Standard & Poor's 500 index will end 2026 slightly higher than its current record levels, according to a Reuters poll of stock
May 27, 2026
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German economic council cuts growth forecast as energy prices bite
The German Council of Economic Experts cut its growth forecast for Europe's largest economy on Wednesday, citing the impact of the Middle East conflict,
May 27, 2026
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Investors expect US dollar to break higher as Fed battles inflation
The U.S. dollar, long stuck in a tight trading range, could be in for a break higher as the Federal Reserve shifts its focus to fighting worrisome signs that inflation is
May 27, 2026
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Supply shock, debt may hurt central bank independence, ex-Fed executive says
Pressures on central bank independence are likely to grow as public dissatisfaction over supply-shock-driven inflation may tempt politicians to assign blame
May 27, 2026
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Thai housing demand recovering but outlook clouded by energy shock risks
(Fixes typo in lead paragraph to 'lender,' not 'leader.')
May 27, 2026
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Japan's Nikkei to set record 69,000 in 2027 as blistering rally outpaces peers: Reuters poll
AI exuberance and robust earnings will continue to power Japan's Nikkei to record highs, even as its blistering rally makes it hard for forecasters to keep
May 27, 2026
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BTS is releasing limited edition hotteok-flavored Oreos
BTS is releasing limited edition hotteok-flavored Oreos
May 26, 2026
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Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields
Near record highs, stocks face fresh test from bond yields
May 26, 2026
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ECB should raise rates in June, even if Iran peace deal is struck, Schnabel says
The ECB should raise interest rates in June, even if ongoing peace talks with Iran yield a deal, as the conflict has been far longer
May 26, 2026
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ADB to provide $5 billion to Bangladesh as economic pressures mount
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will provide Bangladesh with $5 billion in support over the next five years, the lender said on Monday, as the country faces mounting
May 25, 2026
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Gas and airfare prices have jumped. Americans are traveling this weekend anyway
Gas and airfare prices have jumped. Americans are traveling this weekend anyway
May 24, 2026