Highest Rates in More Than a Month
Mortgage rates moved higher on Wednesday despite only a modest increase in oil prices. The latter is currently a part of any conversation about interest rates as higher energy costs have fueled inflation expectations. Higher inflation begets higher rates, all else equal.
But rates take other cues,
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Read MoreCanada interest rates: what to expect amid rising oil prices and global uncertainty
The Bank of Canada is expected to announce its next interest rate decision on Wednesday, 18 March, with economists watching closely to see whether borrowing costs will change.
According to reports, the central bank last held its key interest rate at 2.25 per cent in January. The rate has remained unchanged since October 2025.
Read MoreWhat All Retirees Need to Know About Social Security in 2026
Millions of retired Americans today get benefits from Social Security. And once you retire, those monthly paychecks could become a financial lifeline for you as well.
Whether you’re retired or not, it’s important to know that Social Security could be in for a big change in less than a decade. And it’s not a positive one.
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Read MoreDow Jones futures fall over 400 points on rising oil prices, inflation fears
US futures have dropped on Thursday after another volatile trading session on Wall Street as oil prices continue to rise, stoking fears of inflation, and amidst continued uncertainty over the future timeline of the ongoing war in West Asia.
Futures linked to the Dow Jones are down nearly 450 points, while those linked to the S&P 500 are also down 50 points.
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Read MoreFDVV vs. HDV: 2 High-Dividend ETFs With Opposite Ideas About Big Tech
The Fidelity High Dividend ETF (FDVV 1.29%) and the iShares Core High Dividend ETF (HDV 0.13%) diverge most on sector mix and recent returns, with FDVV charging a slightly higher fee but delivering stronger performance and more tech exposure.
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Read MoreThe Burst
This AI Darling Doubled Revenue, So Why Aren’t Profits Showing Up?
SoundHound AI has been one of the market’s more surprising winners in the AI boom. The conversational AI technology has found its way into restaurants, cars, healthcare systems, and even financial institutions.
Over the past year, the stock has soared nearly 3x as revenue growth has consistently blown past expectations.
But revenue growth alone doesn’t pay the bills and while analysts loves a good growth story,
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Read MoreThe Ivy
Is Lululemon Stock Finally in the Stretch Zone?
For more than a decade, Lululemon has been one of retail’s great success stories. Its yoga pants became a cultural phenomenon, its stores a lifestyle hub, and its stock a compounding machine.
But shares have lost nearly 40% in the past year, their steepest drop since 2008, as tariffs, slowing demand, and new rivals pressure the business.
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Read MoreThe Spotlight
Is This Beaten-Down AI Powerhouse a Once-in-a-Decade Buying Opportunity?
Buying the dip can feel like a savvy move, but there’s a fine line between a bargain and a “falling knife.” The trick is knowing which is which.
When a company leads its industry, is riding powerful megatrends, and trades at a rare discount, buying the dip might not just be smart, it might be a steal.
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