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Lagarde Warns US Retreat From Global Order Is Eroding European Competitiveness

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde warned Wednesday that the continent's post-war economic growth model is "eroding" and unlikely to return to its previous form, citing weakening trade, energy, and security foundations. Speaking at the World Economic Forum's InternationalBusinessCouncil in Geneva, Lagarde said Europe's …

Nitish Kishor | 19 August 2026

S&P 500 Snaps Three-Day Losing Streak as Treasury Buyback Eases Rate Pressure

The S&P 500 rose 0.21% to close at 7,707.98 on Wednesday, snapping a three-day losing streak, while theNasdaqComposite gained 0.16% and theDow Jones Industrial Averageadded 0.22% to settle at 53,463.05. Stocks rallied after the Treasury Department said it would at least double the size …

Nitish Kishor | 19 August 2026

Stripe to Acquire AI Routing Startup OpenRouter for Roughly $7.5 Billion

Stripe said Wednesday it will acquire AI model routing startup OpenRouter, expanding the payments company's push into artificial intelligence infrastructure. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, though a report citing a person familiar with the matter put the price at approximately $7.5 billion, …

Nitish Kishor | 19 August 2026

Target Profits Double on $1 Billion Tariff Refund and Sales Rebound

Target (NYSE:TGT) reported second-quarter profits that doubled to $1.9 billion, boosted by a $994 million pre-tax refund tied to tariffs that were overturned by the Supreme Court in February. The refund made up a "significant majority" of the company's expected total tariff refunds, according …

Nitish Kishor | 19 August 2026

Treasury Doubles Long-Term Debt Buybacks as Yields Retreat From Multiyear Highs

The US Treasury Department said Wednesday it will more than double the size of its buyback operations for long-term government debt, following a sharp sell-off that had pushed borrowing costs to their highest levels in nearly two decades. The agency will increase repurchases of …

Nitish Kishor | 19 August 2026

Trump Warns Iran Over Deal Impasse, Threatens Oman Bombing

U.S.-Iran Deal Stalemate Intensifies

Vinay Lochav | 19 August 2026

Iraqi Kurdistan's PM Office Targeted by Drone Attack, No Injuries Reported

A drone attack targeted the office of Iraqi Kurdistan's Prime Minister Masrour Barzani, with no reported casualties. This incident underscores rising security concerns in the region, prompting investors to reassess their exposure to politically sensitiveAssetswithin Iraqi Kurdistan.Key HighlightsA drone strike occurred at the office …

Vinay Lochav | 19 August 2026

U.S. Nuclear Umbrella Erodes, Risk of Global Proliferation Grows

The weakening U.S. nuclear umbrella is prompting allied nations to reassess their defense strategies, increasing the risk of nuclear proliferation. This shift suggests potential instability in global security, making investors wary of international defense sector stocks as nations explore their own deterrent options.Key HighlightsThe …

Vinay Lochav | 19 August 2026

Indian Shares Decline on Deteriorating Mideast Peace Prospects

Indian shares have extended their losing streak as optimism for a Mideast peace deal fades. Investors are becoming increasingly cautious, fearing that ongoing tensions in the region could further destabilize markets and economic stability.Key HighlightsIndian shares have shown a declining trend as geopolitical uncertainties …

Vinay Lochav | 19 August 2026
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