Trump administration moves ahead with efforts to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is moving ahead with its efforts to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, two months after the Supreme Court allowed her to retain her job while she fights the president’s effort to terminate her over mortgage fraud allegations that she has denied.
The justices in a 5-4 decision in June said Cook,
Read MoreAverage Savings Account Interest Rate in August 2026
The national average savings account interest rate is a benchmark for what most Americans earn on their deposits. Most traditional banks pay at or near that average — high-yield savings accounts pay significantly more.
What is the average savings account interest rate?
The national average savings account interest rate is 0.38% APY as of August 2026,
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Map of Europe
European equities have historically struggled to ignite the kind of investor enthusiasm enjoyed by U.S. stocks and certain fast-growing Asian markets. The continent has fewer high-growth companies, shallower capital markets and is thought to have a less compelling long-term earnings growth story.
Average Savings Account Interest Rate in August 2026
The national average savings account interest rate is a benchmark for what most Americans earn on their deposits. Most traditional banks pay at or near that average — high-yield savings accounts pay significantly more.
What is the average savings account interest rate?
The national average savings account interest rate is 0.38% APY as of August 2026,
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Will This Airline Upstart Be a Massive Winner?
One reason Joby has survived the post-SPAC reckoning is its deepening relationship with the U.S. Department of Defense. The company holds a $131 million contract to deliver up to nine aircraft to the U.S. Air Force, and it has already delivered multiple units.
That relationship does more than generate modest revenue. Military testing accelerates certification,
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Is Intel Going to Soar In 2026?
After years of playing defense, Intel surprised investors in 2025 by showing genuine momentum. Shares climbed roughly 80% over the year, a sharp reversal from the stagnation that defined much of the past decade.
Massive U.S. government support tied to domestic chip manufacturing, key backing from SoftBank, and a high-profile partnership with Nvidia have materially strengthened Intel’s balance sheet.
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Robinhood Is Flying High But Will It Last?
Robinhood’s stock has been on a stunning run. Shares have climbed more than 3x over the past year, fueled by rocketing trading activity, higher engagement from existing users, and a steady rollout of new products that go well beyond basic stock trades.
Robinhood’s recent results are undeniably impressive. Revenue roughly doubled year over year and earnings popped nearly 4x.
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