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Why investors may want to prioritize bond markets outside the U.S.

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The best government bond market may be outside the United States. Allspring Global Investments' George Bory is pushing clients toward countries whose central banks are raising interest rates or have different inflation dynamics. "Bond markets everywhere have rushed to price inflation. Places like the UK, certainly across Europe, even places like Australia we've seen a material run-up in central bank tightening expectations," he told CNBC's "ETF Edge" this week. "Now, some of that's been delivered on already. The ECB raised rates just a few weeks ago. The expectation is they will do a bit more. But unless the Fed is going to validate those moves, they're going to have to move at a slower pace than perhaps what's priced in." Bory works as chief investment strategist in fixed income at Allspring an asset management firm primarily focused on fixed income, money markets, and stocks. According to Allspring's website, clients range fr...

The memory shortage shaking Apple and Microsoft is 'existential crisis' for smaller players

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Earlier this year, Mono Technologies assembled and shipped nearly 1,000 units of its flagship product, a $600 router development kit. Co-founder Tomaž Zaman, who started Mono in 2024, found early traction with networking aficionados, who use the product to speed their internet connections. Then came the memory crunch , which has driven up the cost to produce practically every electronic device on the planet. Now, Zaman isn't sure what to do, especially for the 1,300 prospective customers who put down a $100 deposit for his next production run. Mono's cost for 8 gigabytes of a type of DRAM from Micron shot up from $35 when he was first developing the product to $300 today. At his three-person company, Zaman said he hasn't decided if he'll go ahead with a second batch and increase the price by at least one-third, or introduce a new model with 75% less memory. "Even a router of our class, it's a poor value if you make it at $900, $1,000," Zaman told CNBC in ...

Who is ‘El Tigre’, Colombia’s Trumpian new president?

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‘A paycheck is not the key to independence’: Nearly 1 in 3 young adults still live at home — and most of them have jobs

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A paycheck is not the key to independence’: Nearly 1 in 3 young adults still live at home and most of them have jobs Victoria Vesovski Sat, June 27, 2026 at 6:00 AM PDT 6 min read Kleber Cordeiro/Shutterstock For generations, landing a steady job was a key step toward moving out on your own. But for many young adults today, a paycheck is no longer enough. Nearly one in three adults under 35 now live with their parents, according to a new report from Realtor.com (1). And contrary to the common perception that these homebodies are struggling to find work, most already have jobs. Must Read Jeff Bezos backs a platform that lets anyone invest in rental homes for as little as $100 here are 5 ways to build wealth like a landlord without actually being one Robert Kiyosaki says this 1 asset will surge 400% in a year and begs investors not to miss this 'explosion' Millionaires under 43 hold only 25% of their wealth in stocks. Here's where their money is actually going The report fou...

SpaceX stock has cooled. Hiring for jobs in the space economy hasn't

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Clearly, there's money to be made in space. SpaceX's historic initial public offering minted a $2 trillion company. And even as shares in Elon Musk's company come down from their IPO high , there remains an underlying boom in the space economy that is creating a new job market for Americans. The space economy is growing domestically and around the globe, at an annual rate of 9% , according to the World Economic Forum. In the U.S., gross output in the space economy increased by nearly $51.5 billion from 2012 to 2023. The sector's total value reached an all-time high of $613 billion in Q2 2025, according to the Space Foundation. As the space economy grows, it is spurring national job creation. In the private sector alone, over 373,000 employees work space-sector jobs, according to the most recent estimates from the Labor Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis. That remains a small fraction of the total U.S. private-sector workforce, but one that is growing rapi...

Citi says these beaten-down China internet stocks are worth buying on the dip

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Trump’s Iran deal falls short for these voters — and some fear it could cost Republicans the midterm

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I'm 62 With $800,000 and $2,600 Monthly Social Security Income. What Can I Spend in Retirement?

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I'm 62 With $800,000 and $2,600 Monthly Social Security Income. What Can I Spend in Retirement? Mark Henricks Fri, June 26, 2026 at 12:00 AM PDT 7 min read Planning for retirement can be both exciting and challenging. Figuring out how much you can realistically spend each year is a key piece of that puzzle. For example, a 62-year-old with $800,000 in savings and a monthly Social Security benefit of $2,600 can reasonably expect an annual income of $63,200 in retirement. However, this figure can vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances. A key variable is whether your $800,000 is held in a taxable, tax-free or pre-tax account or a combination of the three. Additionally, how your funds are invested within these accounts significantly impacts your financial outlook. Figuring out how much income you can expect to generate in retirement can be complicated but a financial advisor can help. Connect with a fiduciary advisor today . Income Considerations Social Security benefi...

Red-alert heatwaves are becoming Europe's new normal. Investors are paying attention

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LONDON Multiple Western European countries have spent this week grappling with record-smashing heatwaves , with red alerts issued in the U.K., France, Germany, Switzerland and Italy that warn of "a risk to life for even the healthy population." Temperatures soared well above 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) in various regional towns and cities, with "tropical nights" offering little respite from the well-above-average June heat. Old buildings and infrastructure, limited uptake of air conditioning and little acclimatization to those highs mean European populations are less equipped to cope with such temperatures than other parts of the world. Amid warnings that climate change means scorching temperatures are set to become the norm , some investors are rethinking how to prepare their portfolios for the societal changes anticipated alongside a future of sweltering summers. Stephanie Niven, co-portfolio manager of the Global Sustainable Equity strategy at Ni...

Adobe vs. Datadog: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

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Adobe vs. Datadog: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026? Pamela Kock, The Motley Fool Thu, June 25, 2026 at 5:04 PM PDT 5 min read ADBE DDOG Adobe (NASDAQ:ADBE) and Datadog (NASDAQ:DDOG) represent two different ways to play the software market. Deciding between a steady cash generator and a high-growth disruptor requires careful consideration of their 2026 outlooks. Adobe is the established leader in creative software, while Datadog provides critical monitoring tools for modern cloud infrastructure. Investors often compare them because they both rely on subscription models for revenue. However, they operate in different stages of maturity and serve distinct needs within the enterprise technology landscape today. The case for Adobe Adobe sells creative and document management tools to a global base of creators, business professionals, and marketing teams. As a major player among tech stocks , it uses an integrated platform strategy through its Creative Cloud and Experience Cl...

Bilt Cards 2.0 review: Are they better than the original — and can you still earn points on rent?

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Some offers on this page are from advertisers who pay us, which may affect which products we write about, but not our recommendations. See our Advertiser Disclosure . Bilt Cards 2.0 review: Are they better than the original and can you still earn points on rent? Ben Walker (CEPF, CFEI ) Senior Writer, Credit Cards Updated Thu, June 25, 2026 at 3:58 PM PDT 11 min read With a transition from Wells Fargo to Cardless and Column N.A. Bank, Bilt has introduced its Bilt Card 2.0 setup, featuring three new Bilt credit cards: the Bilt Blue Card ( see rates & fees ), Bilt Obsidian Card ( see rates & fees ), and Bilt Palladium Card ( see rates & fees ). The annual fees range from $0 to $495 ( see rates & fees ), and all three cards offer ways to make rent and mortgage payments without transaction fees. However, the process is more confusing than it was on the Bilt Card 1.0, as you now have to spend on the new Bilt Cards to earn points on rent and mortgage payments. At first glanc...

Shorts-wearers of the world, unite!

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SpaceX will join Nasdaq-100

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SpaceX became one of the quickest additions ever to the Nasdaq-100 index, setting up a fresh wave of buying from passive investors less than a month after the company's blockbuster public debut . Nasdaq announced after the close Friday whether SpaceX qualifies for inclusion in the benchmark technology index. Assuming the company meets the requirements, index-tracking funds and other product sponsors would begin purchasing shares after the market closes on July 6, with SpaceX officially joining the Nasdaq-100 before trading begins on July 7. More than $800 billion tracks the index, including the Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) , which is one of the most popular securities traded each day and is seen as a barometer for the artificial intelligence bull market. The aerospace and satellite company is expected to enter the index with a weighting of less than 1%. Adding SpaceX this quickly would make the Elon Musk company one of the first beneficiaries of Nasdaq's recently adopted fast-trac...

Three unusual things about the King's tax bill

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Image source, Getty Images By Mitchell Labiak Business reporter Published 3 hours ago King Charles has made history by revealing his 12.9m tax bill, but the payment is far from ordinary. The announcement comes alongside the Royal Household publishing its annual financial report . Here's what the document tells us and doesn't tell us about the King's unique tax situation. The King pays some taxes voluntarily King Charles is not legally required to pay income tax, capital gains tax, or inheritance tax. Instead, he voluntarily pays some income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax according to an agreement with the government called the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) The MoU came about in 1993 following public pressure over the cost of running the Royal Family and is occasionally updated, most recently in 2023 to reflect the change of monarch following Queen Elizabeth II's death. The fact that some of the King's taxes are voluntary is not the case for reg...

The downsides of making $13tn of profit

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‘Tit-for-tat’ trade warfare threatens global economy, says IMF chief economist

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Trump threatens 100% tariff on European nations over tech tax

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Image source, Getty Images Image caption, US President Donald Trump speaks during an event in the Oval Office of the White House on June 22, 2026 in Washington, DC. By Francisco Velasquez Business reporter Published 1 hour ago US president Donald Trump has vowed to impose a 100% import tariff on any European country that introduces a digital services tax on American technology giants. Writing on Truth Social, Trump said "Numerous European countries" had been discussing bringing in such a levy and some were close to doing so. He warned that the punitive penalties would be applied immediately and would completely "supersede" any existing bilateral trade agreements. While the post targets nations planning the "imminent implementation" of new levies, the precise implications for the UK were not immediately clear, given London has had such a tax in place for some time . "Please let this statement serve to represent that any Country that imposes such a Tax...

U.S. strikes Iran after Trump accuses Tehran of ceasefire violation in Strait of Hormuz

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The U.S. military struck Iran on Friday after President Donald Trump accused the Islamic Republic of "foolish violation" of a ceasefire agreement by launching drone attacks at ships in the Strait of Hormuz . U.S. Central Command said its aircraft "struck Iranian missile and drone storage locations and coastal radar sites." Iran's military said American forces attacked Sirik Island, and vowed to respond in a "swift and decisive manner." A one-way attack drone launched by Iran on Thursday struck the Singapore-flagged cargo ship Ever Lovely in the strait off the coast of Oman , Central Command said in a post on X . The vessel was able to continue on its way through the strait, which is a major thoroughfare for the shipment of oil . Trump said the U.S. military "knocked down" three other attack drones aimed at ships in the strait. "The unwarranted aggression against commercial shipping by Iranian forces clearly violated the ceasefire,"...

Why Wedbush Says This Overlooked Chip Stock Could Be 2026’s Biggest Winner

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Why Wedbush Says This Overlooked Chip Stock Could Be 2026’s Biggest Winner Nauman Khan Thu, June 25, 2026 at 4:30 AM PDT 4 min read 2330.TW 2303.TW The semiconductor industry rarely offers an easy trade. But Wedbush may have pointed to a real opening for United Microelectronics (UMC). The idea floated by Wedbush is simple. As geopolitical risk pushes chip buyers to spread out supply, more companies want older chips made in safer, more reliable locations. UMC already has factories in Singapore, Japan, and other markets, which puts it in a strong spot. More News from Barchart Palantir Stock Crashes to a 52-Week Low: Why It's Time to Buy the Dip. Corning Stock Skyrockets on AI-Related Demand, Spurring Unusual Call Option Buying Nasdaq Futures Gain After Brutal Tech Selloff, Micron Earnings in Focus Our exclusive Barchart Brief newsletter is your FREE midday guide to what's moving stocks, sectors, and investor sentiment - delivered right when you need the info most. Subscribe toda...