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NFL Wants Supreme Court To Blow Whistle On Kalshi — 6dThe NFL urged the Supreme Court to protect states' authority to regulate sports gambling Thursday, arguing that prediction markets such as Kalshi are effectively sportsbooks operating under the guise of federally regulated financial exchanges.

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Priya Raman Kalshi seems more like a financial tool than a sportsbook, so the NFL is overreaching by pushing for a Supreme Court block.

IMF Warns $13 Trillion Hedge Funds Amplify Risks — Oct 6, 2026The IMF warned that hedge funds’ rapid growth to roughly $13 trillion, heavy leverage and increasingly crowded trades could amplify market stress and spread instability through the financial system. While the funds can support liquidity and efficiency in normal conditions, forced selling and synchronized deleveraging during turmoil may deepen losses; the IMF urged stronger monitoring and better data.

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Polaris reports $10.5 million in new investments — Oct 2, 2026Polaris Financial Partners disclosed new third-quarter positions in Walmart, Alphabet, and three Vanguard/SPDR ETFs tracking small-cap, midcap, and S&P 500 stocks. Its largest reported new position was about $4.36 million in the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF, while the filings show investments spanning individual companies and broad-market funds.

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Rachel Meyers Polaris loading up on the S&P 500 ETF with that big chunk shows they want broad market exposure over single bets.

Premium Income sets 10.12 percent trailing yield on monthly payoutFinance — Oct 5, 2026Several funds and income trusts announced upcoming 2026 distributions, including Premium Income Corporation’s monthly C$0.09-per-share payment and Income Financial Trust’s formula-based C$0.08642-per-unit payment. Fidelity Emerging Markets proposed a US$0.33 final dividend subject to shareholder approval, while Russell Investments disclosed an ETF distribution; Diversified Royalty also announced a cash dividend, though the supplied release omits its amount and dates.

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Rachel Meyers Fidelity's proposed 0.33 US dollar emerging markets dividend should help if the vote goes through.

Analysts Give Four Firms Positive RatingsFinance — Sep 22, 2026Analysts are broadly positive on TMX Group, with brokerages giving its shares consensus ratings ranging from “Moderate Buy” to “Buy.” The company operates major Canadian exchanges and other financial-market infrastructure.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

DeepSeek Plans First CFO Ahead of Possible IPO — Sep 14, 2026DeepSeek plans to appoint Yan Wentao as its first CFO as it prepares for a potential STAR Market IPO, with CITIC Securities lined up to support the listing and a company valuation around 500 billion yuan amid ongoing fundraising and investment in chips, computing infrastructure, and talent. Yan, born in 1991 and a GL Ventures partner, will handle investor relations and financial management as the startup transitions toward conventional financing and public-market readiness.

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Sam Okafor DeepSeek's 500 billion yuan valuation before IPO looks aggressive given the chip spending, but the CFO hire should help steady investor talks.

AI Debt: Investors Demand Premiums, Favor Traditional Issuers — Sep 22, 2026The U.S. corporate bond market is splitting: AI-related issuers are facing caution and wider concessions as hyperscalers’ borrowing needs rise, while traditional issuers like financial and industrial firms continue to attract strong demand. With Goldman Sachs forecasting hyperscaler debt at about $420 billion next year and overall U.S. issuance rising, investors remain selective, pricing some AI-related deals as higher-risk and seeking clarity on future returns.

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IMF Urges Tighter Australian Spending to Contain Debt and Inflation — Sep 16, 2026The IMF warns Australia’s federal and state governments must tighten budgets to curb rising debt and inflation, while signaling a likely further RBA rate hike as energy costs and inflation pressure the economy, trimming the 2027 growth outlook to about 1.6%. Financial markets have priced in a high probability of a rate increase this year, with projections of continued tightening through 2027 as global energy prices surge.

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Maya Lindstrom Australia needs to boost domestic energy supply rather than rely solely on budget cuts.

TMX Group Prices C$1.1 Billion Private Debt OfferingBusiness — Sep 15, 2026TMX Group priced a C$1.1 billion private placement of senior unsecured debentures across three series (2028, 2033, 2036) to refinance existing debt and fund general corporate purposes, with an anticipated AA (Low) rating from DBRS and a close around September 22, 2026. The issue aims to strengthen financial flexibility and support post-trade modernization and broader market infrastructure initiatives.

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MarketBeat Lists Stocks Across Five CategoriesBusiness — Sep 17, 2026MarketBeat’s stock screener highlights top picks across five categories—Industrial, Chinese, Mid Cap, Technology, and another Chinese cohort—flagging companies with the highest trading volume over the past several days. The lists showcase diverse names across energy and manufacturing, financial tech, travel, optics and semiconductors, and consumer goods, illustrating broad investor interest in both domestic and China-exposed equities.

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Wall Street Tumbles, Dow Confirms Bear MarketReporting — Mar 11, 2020Wall Street stocks plunged on Wednesday, with the Dow <.DJI> confirming a bear market for the first time since the financial crisis after the World Health Organization called the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic. All…

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

The Top Contenders To Run Biden’s Financial AgenciesReporting — Nov 12, 2020Democratic U.S. President-elect Joe Biden’s team has tapped a mix of progressives and centrist policy experts, including former derivatives market regulator Gary Gensler, to work on a transition plan for financial…

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Sidus Space appoints Alan Khalili CFO — Jul 24, 2026Sidus Space appointed Alan Khalili as Chief Financial Officer, effective July 27, 2026, succeeding interim CFO John Burke. Khalili brings over 20 years of financial leadership in the space, satellite, and technology sectors and will oversee financial operations to support the company’s growth across government and commercial markets.

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US Labor Market Recovery Slowing; Economists Urge More Fiscal StimulusReporting — Aug 27, 2020The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits hovered around 1 million last week, suggesting the labor market recovery was stalling as the COVID-19 pandemic drags on and financial aid from the…

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Major Financial Indicator Flashing Red As It Approaches Level Not Seen Since Great Recession — May 15, 2026Yields on 30-year Treasury bonds spiked Friday to levels last seen during the 2007-2009 financial crisis as markets continued to react negatively to fallout from the Iran war and the federal government’s fiscal crisis…

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Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Fragility of Biden's Economy on Display After Fake Tweet May Have Literally Decimated Company's StockOpinion — May 21, 2022Fake news has real consequences. Sometimes, market-shaking consequences. A popular Twitter troll could possibly have wreaked havoc on the financial market. Changing only his profile picture and display name to those of…

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Biden Leaves His Mark on Markets in First 100 DaysReporting — Apr 29, 2021U.S. President Joe Biden’s first 100 days in office have left an imprint on financial markets, as stocks extended last year’s gains, the dollar stagnated and bond yields rose. The S&P 500 has is on pace to rise 10%…

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Hana Financial posts record first-half net profit — Jul 24, 2026"Hana Financial Group and Hana Securities posted robust first-half earnings, driven by stronger wealth management, brokerage fees and stable investment banking, with Hana Financial signaling continued shareholder returns through dividends and buybacks. While H1 profits surged, Hana Financial’s Q2 results slightly missed market expectations, as the group highlighted solid revenue growth across WM, IB and S&T with persistent volatility shaping the environment."

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21% of Americans Financially Prepared, Survey Finds — Aug 30, 2026Across multiple pieces, Americans are juggling inflation, stagnant wages, and a cooling job market, with only about 21% feeling financially prepared for the future despite paying down debt and building savings. Even as most people report day-to-day financial control, many lack a cushion for surprises (a $1,000 emergency gap is common), underscoring the value of small, consistent steps like building emergency funds and reassessing deductibles to strengthen resilience.

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Nikkei Climbs as Asian Markets Close Mixed After AI Selloff — Sep 14, 2026Asia-Pacific equities were mixed as Japan’s Nikkei fluctuated—advancing on some days but retreating on AI-slowdown fears—while Chinese and Hong Kong markets showed divergence with mainland indices slipping and Hong Kong eking out gains. Across the region, traders weighed AI-development headlines, U.S. rate expectations, and company buybacks, keeping Japanese financials and AI-linked names central to the short-term moves.

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JOHN EAST And DAVID METZNER: Trump Needs To Jolt Housing Market — Nov 10, 2025Housing rates for younger generations have fallen since the 2008 financial crash and are lower than they have been in more than 50 years . A confluence of factors has placed the American dream of home ownership outside…

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Trump Returns to U.S. as Country Warily Eyes Spread of CoronavirusReporting — Feb 26, 2020President Donald Trump returned to Washington on Wednesday to face increasing concerns over the coronavirus as U.S. public health officials warned Americans to prepare for a possible outbreak and financial markets…

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US Labor Market Slowing as Fiscal Stimulus Boost EbbsReporting — Sep 4, 2020U.S. job growth slowed further in August as financial assistance from the government ran out, threatening the economy’s recovery from the COVID-19 recession. Government hiring for the 2020 Census accounted for nearly a…

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August Short Interest Swings Across Five SecuritiesFinance — Sep 13, 2026Several small- to mid-cap financial instruments and funds saw notable August short-interest changes, with NMFCZ up 130%, MTPOF up 225.8%, MUEL down 50%, SMMU down 67.6%, and MGF up 158.3%, indicating shifting trader positioning across fixed income, regional banks, specialty manufacturing, municipal bond ETFs, and government-focused funds. The reports underscore a broad tilt of short interest moves across diverse corners of the financial market rather than a single sector trend.

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