ECB Holds Rates with Attention on EnergyThe European Central Bank left its key interest rates unchanged at its July meeting after delivering a 25-basis-point hike in June, its first increase in three years.
Alphabet Q2: AI Strategy Starts Paying OffAlphabet's second-quarter 2026 results show that its AI strategy is moving beyond long-term ambition and delivering measurable financial results.
One of the Year's Strongest Trades Loses SpeedJuly has brought a sharp reversal for momentum stocks, unwinding one of the market's most crowded trades.
Consumers are Choosing Memories Over Material GoodsUS consumers are increasingly spending on experiences rather than physical goods.
Trump Targets Canada AgainDonald Trump has opened a new chapter in his trade dispute with Canada, announcing tariffs of up to 50% on a range of Canadian imports.
US Equity Issuance Hits Record HighUS companies raised a record $252 billion through equity markets in the second quarter of 2026, surpassing the previous quarterly peak set in early 2021. The surge was driven by a combination of initial public offerings (IPOs), follow-on share sales, convertible bond issuance, and SPAC transactions, reflecting a sharp revival in capital market activity.
UK Economy Returns to Growth in MayThe UK economy grew by 0.1% month-on-month in May 2026, aligning precisely with market expectations. This modest expansion marks a timely stabilization, turning around from the 0.1% contraction witnessed during the previous month.
U.S. Producer Inflation EasesU.S. producer price inflation cooled much more than anticipated in June, signaling a marked reduction in wholesale-level price pressures. The Producer Price Index (PPI) registered a 5.5% year-over-year increase, comfortably below the 6.2% growth rate projected by economists.