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WFC Changes Points Pooling Display, Peers May Benefit

Wells Fargo will split pooled rewards into separate card balances from Sept. 25. The move pressures rivals like Amex to clarify their pooling policies and could affect loyalty strategies.

Stocks2d ago

Trump's 50% Canada Tariffs Hit Housing, Autos, Dog Coats

From homebuilding lumber to imported whisky, the new US-Canada trade war targets specific sectors. Border businesses brace for costs, and the Fed may hike rates again.

Stocks2d ago

Inside Microsoft's Pay Spreadsheet: AI Engineers Top $400K

An internal spreadsheet with 600 employee submissions shows Microsoft paying AI engineers over $400K in total comp as it competes with Google and OpenAI for talent.

Commodities2d ago

Jindalee McDermitt Testwork Turns Magnesium Waste into High-Purity MgO

HiTech Minerals produced 93.4% MgO from McDermitt ore, converting a waste stream into a potential by-product. The U.S. lacks domestic magnesium supply; further work will assess viability.

Commodities2d ago

Weatherford-NCS Merger: Election Deadline Aug. 31, Closing Sept. 1

NCS Multistage stockholders must elect merger consideration by Aug. 31 as Weatherford's acquisition heads for a Sept. 1 close, with the controlling stockholder already on board.

Stocks2d ago

Apple Enters Fall on Its Own Rhythm

Apple's stock enters the fall product cycle on its own terms. The company's premium pricing and services discipline mean it does not bend to market urgency. The September event sets the pace.

Macro2d ago

Bessent: 'Zero Leakage' Iran Sanctions Already Taking Effect

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said new sanctions are already pressuring Iran as the rial trades at 2 million per dollar. A US-China summit next month looms over enforcement against oil buyers.

Stocks2d ago

Lakers $12.5B sale tests family trust after Buss siblings split

Jeanie Buss opposes a $12.5B offer for the Lakers from Iger and Kushner. Her five siblings want to sell. The family trust's terms and a 2017 court order will decide who controls the team.

Stocks2d ago

Lady Gaga's Fiancé Launches Skin-Tissue Startup With $23M

Outer Biosciences uses live human skin from plastic surgery to test cosmetics ingredients, backed by $23M from top VCs. Lady Gaga sits on the board. Her fiancé Michael Polansky co-founded the startup.

Crypto2d ago

Bitcoin Surges Past $79K in Biggest 3-Day Rally Since 2023

Bitcoin surged 20% in three days, its best rally since early 2023, as Treasury bond purchases pushed yields lower and triggered a $4 billion short squeeze.

Macro2d ago

Bessent's Bond Moves Fail to Convince Prediction Market

Kalshi and Polymarket traders assign over 50% chance 10-year yields stay high despite Bessent doubling buybacks and considering TGA funds for support.

Crypto2d ago

Stand With Crypto Endorses 32 House Members Over CLARITY Vote

Coinbase-backed group backs 32 incumbents who voted for the CLARITY Act. Over 3M advocates, $200M in industry spending, bill stalled in Senate.