Market news
Crypto, stocks, forex and macro, aggregated for traders.
U.S. Student Loan Defaults Surge to 9.2 Million
The number of U.S. student loan defaults has risen sharply to 9.2 million, with one in five borrowers now in default, as collections resume and fears of a household debt crisis grow.
Record 25.2 Million US Young Adults Now Live with Parents
A record 25.2 million young adults in the US — one in three under age 35 — are now living with their parents, according to new data.
US Liquidity Indicator Turns Negative for First Time Since 2021
A key leading indicator of U.S. liquidity has turned negative for the first time since 2021, signaling tighter financial conditions that may weigh on equities.
Trump Officials Reportedly Open Backchannel with Israeli Opposition
Reports indicate that Trump administration officials have established backchannel contacts with Israeli opposition figures, signaling potential shifts in U.S.-Israel relations amid concerns over Netanyahu's coalition.
Dollar Bulls Surge as Traders Bet on Fed Rate Hikes
Hedge funds are piling into dollar call options amid growing bets on a Fed rate hike, pushing the Bloomberg Dollar Index near a 2026 high.
Big Tech Cuts Buybacks as AI Spending Gobbles Cash
Major technology companies are scaling back share repurchase programs as massive AI infrastructure investments strain free cash flow, with Alphabet halting buybacks for the first time in a decade.
Leveraged ETF Exposure in U.S. Markets Surpasses $460 Billion
Leveraged bets in U.S. equities have reached unprecedented levels, with total leveraged ETF exposure surpassing $460 billion. Investors have added $200 billion to these funds since April.
Seattle Downtown Loses 30,000 Jobs Since 2020 Payroll Tax
Downtown Seattle has lost over 30,000 jobs and billions in office property value since the implementation of a payroll tax in 2020, according to a Fox News report.
Trump Warns Iran Strikes Could Disrupt Oil Flows Through Strait of Hormuz
Donald Trump cautioned that military strikes on Iran risk disrupting global oil shipments via the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Trump: Iranians 'Very Smart,' But Would Have Destroyed Israel Without U.S.
Former President Donald Trump praised Iranian intelligence while claiming that without U.S. support, Iran would have destroyed Israel. He also asserted that Israel would not exist today without his actions.
Trump Dismisses Concerns About Lula, Calls Brazilian Leader 'Very Volatile'
Donald Trump downplayed worries about Brazil's President Lula, describing him as 'very volatile' and saying he 'couldn't care less' about the criticism.
Trump Defends Iran Regime Change Claim, Says New Leadership Different
President Trump pushes back on critics, asserting that Iran has new leadership under 'Khamenei Jr.' and describing them as different people.
Iran FM May Visit Switzerland; Lebanon Ceasefire Key to US-Iran Talks
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi may travel to Switzerland, signaling that a Lebanon ceasefire is a make-or-break condition for US-Iran negotiations.
Companies Curb AI Deployments as Soaring Costs Spark ROI Concerns
Companies are scaling back AI deployments as rising costs raise concerns about return on investment, according to recent reports.
US Intel Warns Netanyahu May Undermine Trump’s Iran Peace Effort
A Washington Post report says U.S. intelligence agencies have warned the Trump administration that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could take actions that impede efforts to secure a lasting peace agreement with Iran, driven by domestic political pressures.
Cuba Passes Landmark Market Reforms, Opens Door to Private Banks and Real Estate
Cuba has unanimously passed sweeping pro-business reforms that allow private banks and real estate markets, signaling a historic economic reset toward free markets.
Israeli Military Convoy Enters Southern Syria’s Quneitra Region
An Israeli military convoy has reportedly entered the Quneitra Governorate in southern Syria, near Al-Rafid, close to the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights, amid rising regional tensions.
Israel raises military readiness as US-Iran talks risk collapse
Israel has increased its military readiness amid growing fears that US-Iran nuclear negotiations could break down and lead to a military confrontation, according to Israeli media.
US Envoy Heads to Switzerland for Iran Nuclear Talks Amid Delay
White House envoy Steve Witkoff is traveling to Switzerland for the first round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks, originally set for Friday but delayed by the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. A new date is unconfirmed.
Oil Retreats to $80 as Iran Deal Speculation Unwinds War Premium
Brent crude fell back to $80 and WTI to $77, erasing nearly all the price premium accumulated during four months of open conflict.
Emerging Market Central Banks Drive Historic Gold Purchases
Over the last three years, Asian and Eastern European central banks have averaged 12 tonnes of gold purchases per month, with African nations adding 2 tonnes monthly. In the past 12 months, Asian banks bought 8 tonnes per month and Eastern European banks 7 tonnes, as emerging markets diversify currency reserves into gold.
China Retail Sales Fall Most Since Post-Pandemic Reopening
China's retail sales dropped 0.6% year-on-year in May, the steepest decline since late 2022, while fixed-asset investment fell 4.1% in the first five months of 2026, led by a 16.2% plunge in property investment.
Iran’s Quds Force Commander Warns Israel of Hezbollah and Gaza ‘Storm’
IRGC Quds Force commander Esmail Ghaani issued a statement on Friday warning Israel of consequences, referencing Hezbollah drones and a coming 'storm' from Gaza.
Zelensky: Belarus could be dragged into war by Russia
Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Belarusian leader Lukashenko should be honest with his people, as Russia could drag the entire country into the war.