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Does Your Portfolio Need an Inflation Tax Break?
Inflation trends during the Trump and Biden administrations have reflected very different economic backdrops. In Trump’s first term, inflation remained relatively subdued and generally stayed near the Federal Reserve’s …
What You Should Eat to Protect the Good Bacteria in Your Mouth
Everyone knows that sugary foods can cause cavities by feeding the harmful bacteria in our mouths. But it turns out that keeping them in check depends as much on what you eat as on what you don’t eat. And from fruits to…
Pharma major Novartis falls 9% after three drug trial setbacks
Novartis shares tanked on Tuesday after the pharmaceutical giant said its del-desiran drug for muscle-wasting disorder failed in a late-stage trial.
Assets: Separated but Not Divorced—The Underestimated Risks
Some separated couples put off getting a divorce for years, whether out of convenience, shame, or self-interest. While there are some advantages, this also carries financial and legal disadvantages.
Company News for Sep 8, 2026
Our team of experts has just released the 5 stocks with the greatest probability of gaining +100% or more in the coming months. Of those 5, Director of Research Sheraz Mian highlights the one stock set to climb highest.
Canada's retaliatory tariffs worth $27.6 billion take effect as trade rift with U.S. deepens
Canada's retaliatory tariffs on a swathe of U.S. goods took effect on Tuesday after trade talks collapsed last month, as relations between Washington and Ottawa continue to sour.
Cholesterol drug setback casts doubt over multibillion-dollar race
Novartis' failure in a closely watched cardiovascular trial has raised questions about one of the pharmaceutical industry's biggest drug races and rival treatments from U.S. heavyweights Amgen and Eli Lilly.
Global markets keep shrugging off shocks. Here's what could break that streak, according to HSBC
Global markets have shrugged off a barrage of shocks in recent years, but HSBC sees several developments that could eventually end that streak.
Nvidia supplier Wistron's shares drop after it announces $1.5 billion global stock sale
Shares of Taiwan's Wistron Corporation fell more than 6% Tuesday after the Nvidia supplier priced a $1.47 billion global depositary receipt offering to fund raw material purchases.
China's imports in August miss estimates as exports pick up pace amid calls for rebalancing trade
China's trade growth picked up in August, though imports missed expectations, a sign that domestic demand remains tepid as the world's second-largest economy faces mounting pressure to rebalance trade.
Iran foreign ministry takes aim at Canada for support of U.S. actions in Strait of Hormuz
Iran hit out at Canada for supporting U.S. actions in the Strait of Hormuz, calling Ottawa's moves "a display of strategic confusion and submission to intimidation." In a post on X, Tehran's Foreign Ministry spokesperso…
Oil extends gains as renewed Mideast hostilities raise worries of prolonged conflict
Oil prices extended gains Tuesday, rising for a third straight day, and hovering at six-week highs on worries over escalating Mideast tensions after the U.S. and Iran traded strikes over the weekend.
Crashed Amazon cargo jet struck two vehicles, ended up 1,300 feet past runway, NTSB says
The Amazon cargo jet that crashed at Miami International Airport on Sunday overran the runway by about 1,300 feet, crashing into vehicles both inside and outside the airport boundary and killing multiple people, a feder…
Dell & 2 Momentum Stocks to Buy Now for Explosive Upside
Volatility has returned in September 2026, a month that has traditionally been one of the weakest for the stock market, making it difficult for investors to identify stocks capable of delivering outsized gains. However,…
Trump says Bombardier can't sell in U.S. unless Canada aerospace giant builds there
President Donald Trump on Monday said Bombardier, a Canadian airplane manufacturer, must build its products in the U.S. in order to keep selling in the American market.
Needham Initiates Coverage of Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc. - Corporate Bond at Buy
Fintel reports that on August 31, 2026, Needham initiated coverage of Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc. - Corporate Bond (NYSE:BWNB) with a Buy recommendation.
4 Leisure & Recreation Stocks Worth Watching Despite Industry Pressure
The Zacks Leisure and Recreation Products industry is facing pressure from cautious consumer spending, higher tariffs, elevated input costs and economic uncertainty. These headwinds could weigh on demand and margins, pa…
Broadcom Drops 10% in 3 Months: Buy, Sell or Hold the Stock?
Broadcom AVGO shares have dropped 9.7% over the past three months, underperforming the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector’s return of 0.9%. The company’s shares have been suffering from margin pressure from th…
PBF Energy Rises 168% in a Year: Is This the Right Time to Buy?
PBF Energy PBF is a well-known refining firm in the United States that operates a diverse, highly complex refining network with large-scale processing capacity. It operates six refineries: Delaware City Refinery, Paulsb…
Procter & Gamble Margins Under Pressure: Time to Stay Cautious?
The Procter & Gamble Company PG continues to benefit from its well-established portfolio of consumer brands, extensive global presence and strong productivity and pricing initiatives. However, margin pressure remains a …
DELL Expands Consumer PC Reach: Can It Challenge HPQ & AAPL?
Dell Technologies DELL is benefiting from improving demand across its Client Solutions Group (CSG), supported by PC refresh activity and an expanding consumer portfolio. The company recently introduced the Dell 14S, an …
4 Reasons to Add Host Hotels Stock to Your Portfolio Now
Host Hotels & Resorts Inc. HST boasts a portfolio of luxury and upper-upscale hotels located across top U.S. markets and the Sunbelt region. The improved group travel and business transient demand for the company’s well…
Can AEHR Turn AI Processor Tests Into Long-Term Revenue Streams?
Aehr Test Systems, Inc. AEHR is gaining traction in AI semiconductor testing as AI chips become more complex and costly. Its wafer-level burn-in technology allows manufacturers to screen devices before packaging, helpin…