Finance

Stocks drift lower in a holiday-thinned session as chip and data-storage names weigh on the Nasdaq and Dow. With metals retreating and bond yields edging higher, investors weigh the Fed path against fresh U.S. labor data and surprisingly upbeat Chinese activity, painting a cautious but resilient year-end backdrop.

Jupiter unveils JupUSD, a reserve-backed stablecoin crafted for Solana’s DeFi ecosystem. Backed by a diversified reserve and a secure on-chain minting process, it aims to boost stability and liquidity across Jupiter’s DEX projects. Open-source and audited, JupUSD also hints at evolving reserves and new efficiency paths on the horizon.

Q3 results from the asset-management giants reveal a mix of momentum and headwinds as firms balance growth with higher costs and fee-transparency pressures. Blackstone leads the pack, while peers like Ares, Carlyle, Artisan, and TPG navigate a shifting investment landscape shaped by rate moves and evolving trends. With markets reacting to policy and geopolitics, which…

Webull’s public-market debut has ridden a wild ride, but the platform is pressing ahead with bold expansions—from UK-listed stocks and corporate bonds to an AI-powered trading assistant and crypto futures. In a volatile retail landscape, what comes next for Webull’s evolving playbook?

Lower mortgage rates could bring a little relief after years of affordability pressures, nudging house prices up only modestly. Yet deposits and income remain major hurdles for many would-be buyers, while movers and refinancers may fare better. Real, lasting improvements will depend on stronger wage growth and more homes hitting the market.

Tax season is approaching, and timing is everything. This quick guide highlights the essentials—filing deadlines, extensions, penalties to dodge, and what to know about refunds and payments—so you can glide through the season with confidence.

A pivotal ruling from a leading index provider could redefine Bitcoin’s place in corporate finance. If enacted, it could reshape how Bitcoin-heavy companies are represented in benchmarks and alter Wall Street’s view of Bitcoin as a treasury asset. With the decision looming, markets brace for a moment that could change how institutions balance crypto in…

Amazon’s 2025 performance may have been muted, but the forces driving its long-term growth are getting louder. With cloud momentum, AI-driven initiatives, and a high-margin advertising arm, the company could be setting up stronger gains in 2026. The underlying story hints at a diversified growth engine that may be turning heads going forward.

Analysts are dialing in targets near $110 for Uber, with some calls as high as $135. Insider moves catch the eye, including a sizable stock sale by CEO Dara Khosrowshahi. Q3 2025 revenue climbed to $13.5 billion, up more than 20% year over year, signaling ongoing momentum in the mobility-tech space.

Oklo Inc. sparked a sharp intraday rally as heavy volume and insider moves mingle with a chorus of mixed analyst notes. The push comes as the Califor­nia energy-tech company presses its ambitious microreactor roadmap, even as profitability remains a work in progress and institutional interest swells. A high-stakes balance of risk and opportunity has investors…

Dogecoin is riding a new wave of market momentum, with whales back in the mix and on-chain activity picking up. Yet amid easing liquidity and shifting sentiment, the next moves remain anyone’s guess for this meme coin.

November brought a surprising uptick in UK borrowing, with credit cards leading the fastest annual rise in nearly two years as households cope with festive costs. Inflation has cooled but stays above target, and cautious spending shows up in deposits and shopping trends. A closer look at the numbers hints at how spending and saving…

AI optimism fuels a tech-driven rally, lifting semiconductors and other high-growth names as the new year gets underway. The mood hints at more upside for AI-enabled chips and growth stocks, even as investors weigh inflation signals.

XRP breaks through a key resistance on stronger-than-average volume, supported by ETF inflows and tightening exchange balances. The setup hints at renewed momentum, but traders will be watching whether the breakout can sustain as it eyes the next hurdles.

McGuire Investment Group trimmed its Walmart stake in Q3, a move that mirrors broader shifts as other institutions adjust positions around the retailer. With Walmart reporting solid earnings and a mix of upgraded price targets from analysts, the stock is catching renewed attention from investors.

Japan is moving toward a bold regulatory shift that would bring leading digital assets under securities-style rules, marking a departure from viewing crypto as mere payments. The overhaul could strengthen investor protections, invite traditional banks into crypto services, and reshape taxation and oversight of digital assets.

Broadcom is riding the AI hardware boom with rapid growth in custom accelerators and data-center gear. As the AI infrastructure wave nears trillions in spending, the stock’s lofty valuation raises one big question for investors. The AI revolution is shaping the road ahead in surprising ways.

Canadian investors can trade U.S. equities on December 31, but be mindful of an early 2 p.m. ET close in the bond market and potential liquidity shifts as desks prep for the holiday. Funding delays and uneven support around New Year’s could influence how orders are filled, so smart timing and careful planning may matter…

Airline stocks could be set for a lift as aircraft supply returns to balance and demand rebounds. Fleet deliveries, carrier turnarounds, and currency tailwinds are shaping a fresh chapter in the aviation market.

Rigetti’s stock jumped in a choppy session for quantum plays as a director’s share sale sparks scrutiny. With March earnings on the horizon and key macro data due, traders are weighing whether today’s momentum will continue.

Coinbase signals a bold shift toward an “everything exchange,” expanding from stablecoins and its Base L2 to a broader mix that could include equities and prediction markets. Dogecoin rallies while DeepSnitch AI gains traction in Stage 4, underscoring a market hungry for smarter insights. As wallets evolve into multi-asset hubs with on-chain features, the coming…