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What the prediction markets are saying about the big Wall Street events ahead
The coming week poses a critical test for the stock market’s record-setting run with a number of make-or-break events — the Federal Reserve ‘s rate decision, July jobs report and President Donald Trump’s tariffs deadline. Popular wagers on prediction platforms Kalshi and Polymarket offer an alternative view into how the mainstream thinks things will unfold […]
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Palantir joins list of 20 most valuable U.S. companies, with stock more than doubling in 2025
Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir Technologies, speaks on a panel titled Power, Purpose, and the New American Century at the Hill and Valley Forum at the U.S. Capitol on April 30, 2025 in Washington, DC. Kevin Dietsch | Getty Images Palantir has hit another major milestone in its meteoric stock rise. It’s now one of […]
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These stocks reporting next week usually top analyst estimates and gain afterward
Looking at history, several stocks scheduled to soon report earnings could beat estimates and outperform the market the day after. Second-quarter earnings have impressed analysts so far, with the majority of S & P 500 companies having posted positive earnings per share and revenue surprises. Several leading stocks are on deck to post results next […]
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Europe’s companies sound alarm over tariff hits amid scramble to strike U.S. trade deal
European officials are working to secure a trade deal with the Trump administration, as regional companies sound the alarm over financial hits even before reciprocal tariffs have come into play. Earlier this month , U.S. President Donald Trump said he would slap a 30% tariff on all goods imported to America from the European Union, […]
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Puma shares plunge 15% after full-year sales, profit outlook cut on U.S. tariffs
Sign at the entrance to the Puma store in Midtown Manhattan. Erik Mcgregor | Lightrocket | Getty Images Puma shares plummeted as much as 18% Friday after the German sportwear brand posted worse-than-expected second-quarter sales and cut its full-year guidance, flagging the impact of U.S. trade tariffs. In a preliminary updated after markets closed on […]
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Textiles to whisky: U.K.–India ‘historic’ deal is set to boost bilateral trade by over $34 billion a year
AYLESBURY, ENGLAND – JULY 24: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India walk in the grounds at Chequers on July 24, 2025 in Aylesbury, England. Kin Cheung | Getty Images News | Getty Images U.K. and India’s bilateral trade is set to get a more than $34 billion annual boost […]
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Trump’s Scotland visit opens door for UK to settle some unfinished business
A bagpipe player wears traditional dress next to Donald Trump as he arrived at his Trump Turnberry Resort on June 24, 2016 in Ayr, Scotland. Getty Images As U.S. President Donald Trump visits Scotland this week, the U.K. will be looking to further cement warm ties with the White House leader and to complete some important […]
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India appears unfazed as trade deadline with the U.S. nears. Here’s why
US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attend “Howdy, Modi!” at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, September 22, 2019. Saul Loeb | Afp | Getty Images As the window of opportunity for India to seal a trade deal with the U.S. closes on Aug. 1 — when tariffs are set to increase […]
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European markets set to open lower as U.S. trade talks and earnings keep spotlight
Remy Cointreau upgrades outlook A bottle of Remy Martin XO Excellence cognac at the Remy Cointreau SA headquarters Club in Cognac, France, on Dec. 9, 2016. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images French drinks firm Remy Cointreau has posted 5.7% organic sales growth for its fiscal first quarter, ahead of analyst expectations, and marking the […]
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Investing in Space: NASA’s months of reckoning
CNBC’s Investing in Space newsletter offers a view into the business of space exploration and privatization, delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up to receive future editions. WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 2: A NASA logo is displayed at the entrance to the Mary W. Jackson NASA Headquarters building on June 2, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by […]
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