The US audit regulator, PCAOB, is considering deep staff cuts in its inspections unit, a major policy shift since its 2002 founding that could impact over 1,600 registered firms.
A new survey finds 52% of UK companies lack a regularly reviewed long-term strategy. This points to a reactive corporate culture that could hinder UK productivity and investment.
Data for May 2026 reveals the largest increase in grocery and restaurant prices since 2022. The surge, with restaurant prices up 1.2%, complicates the Federal Reserve's inflation-fighting campaign.
Heritage Auctions' CEO sees sports items becoming investable assets alongside traditional collectibles. The market shift is highlighted by record sales like a $12.6 million Mickey Mantle card.
US retail sales jumped 0.7% in April 2026, surpassing economist expectations for a 0.4% gain. The data points to resilient consumer demand despite persistent inflationary pressures.
Veteran strategist Ed Yardeni warns the Federal Reserve may need to reintroduce rate hike risk to combat persistent inflation, which remains stuck at 3.6%. This marks a hawkish shift for market expectations.
US retail sales rose 0.5% in April, meeting economist expectations but marking a significant deceleration from the prior month's 1.7% surge. Core figures suggest underlying weakness.
Canada's wholesale trade surged 1.9% in March 2026, significantly surpassing the 1.4% forecast. The strong performance follows an upwardly revised 2.4% gain in February.
The Trump administration launched a new child savings vehicle, the Trump Account, featuring a 10% government match. But do its restrictive investment options make it a smart choice?
A new proposal could allow appreciated stock donations to political "Trump Accounts," offering a double tax benefit. This would shield donors from the 20% top federal capital gains tax rate.
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Start TradingFranklin Templeton CEO Jenny Johnson warns that markets are underestimating inflation risk. The head of the $1.6 trillion firm also expressed concern over the pace of data center investment.
A reported 20% tip that failed to process immediately highlights standard delays in payment systems. Understand the difference between a transaction and its final settlement.
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