U.S. equity markets extended their winning streak to five weeks, the longest since 2024, driven by strong corporate earnings, resilient economic data, and optimism over a potential lasting peace in Iran. Despite rising oil prices and inflation concerns, investors focused on corporate strength and economic growth, with about 80% of S&P 500 companies beating earnings estimates. The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady in a divided vote, while Chairman Jerome Powell announced plans to remain on the Fed Board, stirring political debate. Real estate sectors showed mixed but generally positive performance, supported by strong REIT earnings and some large mergers and acquisitions.
First Federal Savings Bank and the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) have issued 10 financial safety tips to help travelers manage their money securely during the summer travel season. Key advice includes notifying banks of travel plans...
LKQ Corporation announced it will publish its financial results for the second quarter of 2026 on July 30. The company will host a conference call and webcast with senior management to discuss the results, providing investors an opportunity to hear i...
Vivani Medical's wholly owned subsidiary Cortigent will merge with Nasdaq-listed ClearOne, which will be renamed Cortigent Holdings and trade under the ticker CRGT. Vivani will own a majority stake in the combined company, which will focus on advanci...
YD Bio Limited's U.S. affiliate, EG BioMed US, has secured clinical lab licenses in Rhode Island and Pennsylvania, expanding its CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited lab's footprint to 46 states plus D.C. and Guam. This expansion enhances patient access to...
Diffusion, a global communications agency, is growing its home and interiors portfolio by signing new clients including POVISON (furniture), LUSA Lighting, and Induction Hardware (appliances). The agency will support these premium brands with integra...
