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Pension funds around the world face an ageing crisis
Pension funds' continued exposure and plans to increase allocations come at a time when parts of the private credit market, particularly software-heavy lending, are facing heightened scrutiny.Shapecharge | E+ | Getty ImagesThe world's…
Blanche defends DOJ lawsuit to block Republican loss
Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche (C) leaves after a meeting with Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) at the U.S. Capitol on Aug. 5, 2026 in Washington, DC. Alex Wong | Getty ImagesAttorney General Todd…
Ukraine disputes Musk claim that military violated Starlink terms
A Ukrainian official disputed SpaceX CEO Elon Musk's claim that Ukraine's military violated Starlink's terms of service, prompting the company to restrict Ukraine's access to the high-speed satellite technology.Serhii Beskrestnov, a…
Tariffs, growth ambitions led to new $4 billion plant in U.S.
The Audi logo can be seen on a car dealership in Manhattan. Picture Alliance | Picture Alliance | Getty ImagesDETROIT — Audi's CEO defended the carmaker's plans for a new $4 billion plant in Georgia on Sunday, calling it a business…
Biotech stocks rally on drug innovation and M&A
Moderna gave investors a scare as its stock plunged on Thursday. But it's still one of the hottest biotechs this year. And it's hardly alone – the sector is on a roll and looks poised for more gains.The iShares Biotechnology ETF (IBB) is…
Protests across France again descend into violence
Mostly peaceful protests across France over a worsening cost-of-living crisis and growing inequality descended into violence for a second straight weekend.France's Interior Ministry said 410,000 people took part in protests in several…
Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi missiles, drones
The U.S. embassy HQ in Riyadh is pictured on March 3, 2026.AFP via Getty ImagesSaudi Arabia intercepted drones and missiles headed for several cities, including the capital Riyadh, fired by Iran-aligned Houthis on Sunday, the Saudi-led…
Voters fear DSA policies in Congress after midterm election
If Democrats take over Congress, Republican voters are worried they'll move too far to the left and enact socialist policies. If Republicans keep control, Democrats fret about President Donald Trump having unchecked power.Those are the…
Dems, voting-rights groups challenge bid to block Alaska certification
Alaska Senate Candidates: Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK) (L), and Rep. Mary Peltola (D-AK).Getty ImagesDemocratic groups and voting-rights advocates are seeking to join a federal lawsuit to stop the Justice Department's effort to prevent…
Stock picking could hurt investors, warns former hedge fund manager
Retail investors who are trying to beat the market by buying individual stocks and complex exchange-traded funds may be better off with broad market index funds, according to Elm Wealth's Victor Haghani. "I'm not sure that investors are…