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Trump admin maps out sweeping rollback of regulations in push to save $1.5T

Projected $1.5T in cost savings with the rollback of regulations will far surpass the record $211.8B achieved in fiscal 2025 Posted July 8, 2026 4:05AM ET The Trump administration has announced an ambitious initiative aimed at rolling back a significant… more ›
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern told a U.S. government agency Tuesday they are willing to divest ownership stakes in some smaller railroads as part of their proposed $85 billion merger.

Norfolk Southern, Union Pacific defend proposed $85 billion merger Posted July 8, 2026 3:55AM ET Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have recently announced their willingness to divest ownership stakes in select smaller railroads as part of their proposed $85 billion… more ›
SpaceX’s inclusion in the Nasdaq 100 marks a new chapter in the stock’s closely watched post-IPO journey.

SpaceX has joined the Nasdaq 100. Here’s what to know Posted July 8, 2026 3:45AM ET SpaceX’s recent addition to the Nasdaq 100 signifies a remarkable milestone in its journey following the initial public offering (IPO). As one of the… more ›
Twelve countries, including the UK, are set to spend more than £37bn ($50bn) over the next 10 years on a new long-range missile to protect Europe.

Nato allies announce £37bn for new missile project Posted July 8, 2026 3:34AM ET Twelve countries, including the United Kingdom, are making significant investments in European defense, with plans to allocate over £37 billion ($50 billion) over the next decade.… more ›
If you haven’t claimed your potential COVID-related tax refund yet and aren’t sure you’ll be able to file for it before the drop-dead July 10 deadline

IRS makes claiming COVID refund easier ahead of July 10 deadline Posted July 8, 2026 3:24AM ET If you haven’t claimed your potential COVID-related tax refund yet, it’s crucial to act quickly. The deadline for filing is fast approaching, with… more ›
Research suggests young investors are taking too much risk by putting their savings into products they don’t understand

Gen Z are powering the investing boom — but are they doing it all wrong? Posted July 8, 2026 3:15AM ET The Risks Young Investors Face In recent years, there’s been a noticeable uptick in the number of young individuals… more ›
The ABC daytime talk show has been under investigation by the FCC chairman since February.

Disney tells the FCC that ‘The View’ counts as a news program Posted July 8, 2026, 3:07AM ET The ABC daytime talk show has found itself in the spotlight due to an ongoing investigation by the FCC chairman, which commenced… more ›
Learning how to invest in stocks takes time, determination and study. It also takes finding and sticking to a proven set of rules for determining when to buy, sell or hold a stock, with several factors coming into play

How To Invest: Rules For When To Buy And Sell Stocks In Bull And Bear Markets Posted July 8, 2026 2:56AM ET Investing in stocks can seem daunting at first, but with the right approach, anyone can navigate the stock… more ›
Warsh tells Wall Street to stop looking to the Fed for clues on interest rates — and start watching the economic data

New Federal Reserve chief repudiates ‘forward guidance’ and repeats vow to deliver 2% inflation Posted July 8, 2026 2:19AM ET Wall Street analysts often turn to the Federal Reserve for guidance on interest rate movements, but according to financial expert… more ›
Officials say move intended to boost lending and support financial markets in a crisis

Bank of England plans to ease capital rule for UK lenders Posted July 8, 2026 2:00 AM ET In response to ongoing economic challenges, officials have announced a strategic move aimed at enhancing lending capabilities and bolstering financial markets during… more ›