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(Bloomberg) -- Treasuries fluctuated in early US trading as a selloff in global bond markets eased and investors watched for any signs of progress in the talks between the US and Iran. Most Read from BloombergWinners and Losers From Trump and Xi’s Beijing Summit TalksUS and Iran Far From Deal as Bond Rout Piles Pressure on TrumpHormuz Oil Flows Creep Higher as More Supertankers ExitUS, Iran Stall on Hormuz Reopening as Oil Supplies TightenTrump Gets Revenge on Republican Who Voted to Convict Him

JPMorgan’s annual summer reading list, which has become the go-to selection of beach books for the wealthy, has 14 titles this year.

Here are five key things investors need to know to start the trading day.

(Bloomberg) -- Gold held a decline as a lack of progress in reopening the Strait of Hormuz continued to fan inflation concerns that have sent bond markets tumbling. Most Read from BloombergWinners and Losers From Trump and Xi’s Beijing Summit TalksHormuz Oil Flows Creep Higher as More Supertankers ExitUS, Iran Stall on Hormuz Reopening as Oil Supplies TightenTrump Gets Revenge on Republican Who Voted to Convict HimUS and Iran Far From Deal as Bond Rout Piles Pressure on TrumpBullion was steady a

Mistral AI CEO Arthur Mensch warned that Europe has a two-year window to build independent AI infrastructure or risk deep reliance on U.S. tech firms, citing compute, energy and capital constraints.

The model fair value for Oddity Tech sits at US$17.33 per share, with no change to the core price target despite a higher 10.89% discount rate in the latest update. That steadiness on fair value comes as several firms turn more cautious after guidance resets, weaker Q1 expectations, and concerns around rising customer acquisition costs tied to a key advertising partner. As you read on, you will see how to track these shifting views and what to watch as the story continues to develop. Stay...

(Bloomberg) -- Major Wall Street firms are doubling their price targets on Kioxia Holdings Corp. after the Japanese memory-chip maker gave a stronger-than-expected outlook.Most Read from BloombergWinners and Losers From Trump and Xi’s Beijing Summit TalksUS and Iran Far From Deal as Bond Rout Piles Pressure on TrumpHormuz Oil Flows Creep Higher as More Supertankers ExitUS, Iran Stall on Hormuz Reopening as Oil Supplies TightenTrump Gets Revenge on Republican Who Voted to Convict HimCitigroup Glo

(Bloomberg) -- A British dealmaking boom has London’s M&A advisers on track for their best year in more than a decade, standing in contrast to investor fears over the country’s latest political crisis.Most Read from BloombergWinners and Losers From Trump and Xi’s Beijing Summit TalksUS and Iran Far From Deal as Bond Rout Piles Pressure on TrumpHormuz Oil Flows Creep Higher as More Supertankers ExitUS, Iran Stall on Hormuz Reopening as Oil Supplies TightenTrump Gets Revenge on Republican Who Vote

Anthropic to brief global financial authorities on AI-identified cyber risks as regulators assess vulnerabilities and develop AI safety guidelines.

This is the script of CNBC's financial news report for China's CCTV on MAY 18, 2026.

(Bloomberg) -- Kioxia Holdings Corp.’s shares were untraded in a glut of buy orders Monday morning after the supplier of storage for AI data centers reported soaring profit and gave an outlook that trounced expectations.Most Read from BloombergWinners and Losers From Trump and Xi’s Beijing Summit TalksHormuz Oil Flows Creep Higher as More Supertankers ExitUS, Iran Stall on Hormuz Reopening as Oil Supplies TightenTrump Gets Revenge on Republican Who Voted to Convict HimHow Keir Starmer Imploded a

A new concentration risk is building inside the corporate bond market, and it mirrors what investors are already experiencing with the Magnificent Seven in the S&P 500 index. According to a recent episode of Morningstar’s Investing Insights podcast, AI-related corporate debt now accounts for roughly 15% of the entire corporate bond universe, a share the ... AI Debt Now 15% of Corporate Bond Market, Creating New Concentration Risk

A 58-year-old engineer in Palo Alto, married filing jointly, earns $750,000 a year, has already stuffed $4 million into 401(k)s and IRAs, and parks another $1.2 million in a brokerage account that holds a single S&P 500 fund. The 401(k) is maxed. The mega backdoor Roth is maxed. The next tax dollar saved has to ... The $40,000 Tax Move That Comes After Your 401(k) Hits Its Limit

Shares of Citigroup have risen by more than 60% over the past year, trouncing the performance of many peers.

Fintech trading stocks like SoFi, Robinhood, and Webull face slowing momentum as investors reassess growth, profitability, and long-term risks.

(Bloomberg) -- A new era of elevated borrowing costs is potentially underway as war-driven inflation angst intensifies in the US bond market, sending 30-year yields toward a two-decade high above 5%.Most Read from BloombergWinners and Losers From Trump and Xi’s Beijing Summit TalksHormuz Oil Flows Creep Higher as More Supertankers ExitUS, Iran Stall on Hormuz Reopening as Oil Supplies TightenTrump Gets Revenge on Republican Who Voted to Convict HimHow Keir Starmer Imploded and Plunged Britain In

(Bloomberg) -- The emerging-market carry trade has bounced back from its Iran war losses as surging crude oil prices reinforce expectations that interest rates will stay elevated and bolster the currencies of commodity exporters. Most Read from BloombergWinners and Losers From Trump and Xi’s Beijing Summit TalksHormuz Oil Flows Creep Higher as More Supertankers ExitUS, Iran Stall on Hormuz Reopening as Oil Supplies TightenTrump Gets Revenge on Republican Who Voted to Convict HimHow Keir Starmer

Recent research on Keurig Dr Pepper has pushed price targets in both directions, with bullish analysts nudging targets higher by US$1 to US$5 and some bearish firms cutting theirs by US$3 to US$6. This tug of war, including moves into the low to mid US$30s and one target at US$40 alongside reductions from banks such as JPMorgan and Deutsche Bank, gives you a real time snapshot of how professionals are recalibrating their views on execution and valuation. Read on to see how to track and...

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Kkr Real Estate Finance Trust is back in focus after analysts reset their reference fair value from about US$8.25 to roughly US$6.33 per share, a cut of around 23% that reframes expectations around the stock. Several firms, including JPMorgan, link these lower targets to growing caution on execution, earnings quality and loan book risk, even as bullish voices see the reset bringing valuations closer to current fundamentals. As you read on, you will see how these shifting targets and opinions...

JPMorgan reported strong results for the first quarter. Read more on the banking giant's preferred shares and how they fit into an investment portfolio.

Dimon warns that weak growth, rising debt and bad policy are creating unnecessary hardship for Americans.

Berkshire Hathaway's equity portfolio got one of its biggest renovations ever during Greg Abel's first three months as the company's CEO.

Charles Schwab (SCHW) stock is a "Buy" as the company grows EPS. SCHW's net revenue rose 15.8% YoY. Learn more about its upside potential.

JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:JPM) has opened its new $3b global headquarters at 270 Park Avenue in New York City. The 60 story tower is fully electric and powered by 100% renewable energy, with advanced smart building systems. The building features wellness focused amenities and biometric security, aiming to set a new standard for corporate offices. For investors tracking NYSE:JPM, this new headquarters sits alongside a current share price of $297.81 and a return of 13.5% over the past year. Over...

Investing.com -- Emerging market (EM) equities are poised for a significant rally in the second half of the year, driven by attractive valuations, a projected reversal in hawkish central bank policies, and economic signs of recovery in China, according to a research note released by JPMorgan.

Leading cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (CRYPTO: $BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: $ETH) ended the week in the red as th...

NEW YORK, May 15, 2026--JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) ("JPMorganChase" or the "Firm") has declared dividends on the outstanding shares of the Firm’s Series II, OO and PP preferred stock. Information can be found on the Firm’s Investor Relations website at https://www.jpmorganchase.com/ir/news.

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