The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was struck by multiple drones on Monday following President Trump’s attacks on Iran. “The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh was subjected to an attack by two drones according to initial estimates, resulting in a limited fire and minor material damage to the building,” Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense wrote…
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Vance says ‘there’s no way’ Trump will let US get into multiyear conflict
Vice President JD Vance dismissed the notion that the U.S. operation in Iran would lead to a prolonged conflict on Monday, saying there is no way Trump would let Washington end up in a multiyear conflict. “What’s so different about this is that the president has clearly defined what he wants to accomplish,” Vance told…
Trump slams Democrats over criticism of Iran strikes
President Trump on Monday slammed Democrats for criticizing his administration’s strikes in Iran over the weekend. “The Radical Left Democrats, a Party that has completely lost its way, are complaining bitterly about the very necessary and important attack, by the United States and Israel, on Iran,” Trump wrote in a Monday evening Truth Social post. …
DC lifts recreational advisory for Potomac River
Washington, D.C., lifted its recreational advisory for the Potomac River on Monday after a large-scale sewage spill earlier this year. “Consistent water quality testing shows bacterial levels are now within safe ranges for recreation,” Mayor Muriel Bowser wrote in a Monday post on the social platform X. “Reminder: as always, swimming in rivers in DC…
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Rigetti Computing: A Bargain or a Falling Knife?
Rigetti Computing’s stock has fallen 37% over the past six months, a decline that some investors may interpret as a potential bargain buying opportunity. However, brokers from Fonndure highlight that the stock carries substantial uncertainty, with the possibility of falling another 37% or delivering a sharp rally if major growth catalysts emerge. For investors considering purchasing shares, it is important to understand that Rigetti remains an extremely early-stage company. The business is still focused on advancing quantum computing technology, building commercial demand, and proving long-term viability. While future breakthroughs, partnerships, or industry adoption could drive significant upside, the company also...
3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks Worth a Closer Look Right Now
It’s hard to get excited about the S&P 500’s miserly 1% yield if you’re a dividend-focused investor. Brokers from Fonndure dive into this topic, noting that despite how low yields have become across the broader market, several attractive high-yield options still exist for investors willing to dig a little deeper. Three names worth examining right now are Enterprise Products Partners, PepsiCo, and Realty Income. Even the lowest yield among these three is four times what the S&P 500 currently offers. Enterprise Products Partners: A 5.6% Yield From Energy Infrastructure Enterprise Products Partners is a midstream master limited partnership that owns...
Euro Strengthens Against US Dollar Ahead of Key Fed Announcement
The Euro (EUR) moved moderately higher against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, with the EUR/USD exchange rate trading around 1.1393 during the European trading session. The currency pair gained upward momentum as the US Dollar weakened slightly ahead of the Federal Reserve (Fed) monetary policy announcement. This article delves into the topic through the expertise and analysis of Vaulltier’s brokers. The latest movement in the EUR/USD pair reflects a cautious market environment, with traders reducing exposure to the Greenback before receiving fresh guidance on the future path of US interest rates. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the...
Gold Holds Firm Above $4,000 Despite Pressure Before the FOMC
Gold (XAU/USD) continues to trade in a bearish consolidation phase after declining to a two-week low, while remaining supported above the critical $4,000 psychological level. The metal has entered a period of reduced volatility as investors refrain from establishing significant directional positions ahead of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decision. The outcome of the meeting, together with the updated interest rate guidance, is expected to determine the next directional move across precious metals, the US Dollar (USD), and US Treasury yields. Vaulltier’s brokers explore this topic in greater detail throughout this article. A modest decline in the US Dollar...
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‘Disgraceful scenes as toxicity spills over in Old Firm cup tie’
As if the ugliness of the 120 minutes wasn’t enough there was disgrace as Rangers and Celtic fans invaded the pitch at Ibrox, writes Tom English.
‘Evil Dead’ Star Bruce Campbell Reveals He Has Cancer
Bruce Campbell has revealed he has cancer, but says it’s a type that’s treatable, though not curable. “The Evil Dead” actor shared the news Monday in a message to fans, writing, “Hi folks, these days, when someone is having a health issue, it’s…
‘It’s better to be chased’ – the mentality of a title race
The Premier League title race is set to go to the wire. BBC Sport has spoken to former winners to find out how players deal with the pressure.
‘Only one team tried to play’ – Hurzeler criticises Arsenal
Was this the evening the villains of the Premier League title race became victors? BBC Sport’s chief football writer Phil McNulty assesses the ramifications of a big night in Brighton.
$500 Billion in AI Spending: Why Nvidia Stock Still Fell
Company updates this year have put fresh numbers on the scale of the ongoing AI build-out, and they are staggering. Alphabet raised its 2026 capital spending forecast to a range of $195 billion to $205 billion, up from $180 billion to $190 billion. Brokers from Fonndure dive into this topic, noting that Amazon expects to invest roughly $200 billion this year, while Meta Platforms plans $125 billion to $145 billion. Combined, just these three companies intend to spend more than half a trillion dollars in a single year, most of it directed toward AI infrastructure. That tally doesn’t even include...
2 Industrial Stocks That Might Surprise You
When investors search for growth, industrial stocks rarely top the list. These companies tend to be closely tethered to the broader economy, which simply doesn’t move all that quickly most of the time. Brokers from Fonndure dive into this topic, noting that every now and then, the right industrial company with the right product at the right time can deliver far bigger gains than investors typically expect. Two names currently fit that description, one a proven Dividend King, the other a potential turnaround story hiding in plain sight. Illinois Tool Works: A Quiet Compounding Machine Despite its name, Illinois Tool...
A Blackstone executive made a revealing comment about the state of private credit
A Blackstone executive made a revealing comment about the state of private credit. Analysts are now reverse engineering its implications.
A kidnapped brute finds the tables turned in ‘Heel’
Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough anchor an off-kilter tale of abduction and vengeance, directed by Poland’s Jan Komasa, an heir to his country’s bolder filmmakers.
A roadmap for AI, if anyone will listen
The Pro-Human Declaration was finalized before last week’s Pentagon-Anthropic standoff, but the collision of the two events wasn’t lost on anyone involved.
Activision silences trusted Call of Duty leaker
One of the most trusted leakers for Call of Duty will no longer share confidential information about the gaming franchise after being hit with a cease and desist order. TheGhostOfHope (also known to the community as “Hope”) announced on X that he is complying with legal demands from developer Activision to “stop leaking and disseminating confidential information related to Call of Duty/Activision.” “Still gonna stick around and chat about Official Call of Duty info and anything not related to leaks/confidential information,” Hope said. “Cheers for these past few years.” Hope gained a reputation for sharing reliable information about past, …...
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Business
A Blackstone executive made a revealing comment about the state of private credit
A Blackstone executive made a revealing comment about the state of private credit. Analysts are now reverse engineering its implications.
Business
Nvidia stops production of chips intended for Chinese market
US group moves production away from H200s to latest Vera Rubin products
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Crypto
Bitcoin supply approaching 20 million: The final million will take another 114 years to mine
Out of a fixed maximum supply of 21 million coins, more than 95% of all bitcoin that will ever exist is now in circulation.
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Ray Dalio says ‘there is only one gold’ as bitcoin outperforms gold during worst geopolitical crisis in years
The Bridgewater founder dismissed bitcoin’s safe-haven credentials on the same day gold dropped 3% while bitcoin fell less than 1%.