SoFi Technologies' record loan originations in Q4 2026 are just the beginning. With a foothold in personal, student, and home loans, the fintech giant is poised to capture a massive share of multi-trillion-dollar markets, driven by refinancing demand and cross-selling to its growing member base.
The U.S. dollar staged a sharp rally Friday, while gold and silver prices plunged, following President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank. The move, interpreted as a hawkish signal for monetary policy, combined with strong economic data to reshape market expectations.
President Trump's dismissal of concerns over the dollar's decline has accelerated a sell-off, sending the greenback to multi-year lows and triggering record-breaking rallies in gold and silver as markets question U.S. currency policy.
The U.S. dollar rallied sharply while gold and silver prices plunged following President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve Chair. The move, coupled with stronger-than-expected U.S. economic data, signals a potential hawkish shift in monetary policy.
IBM has launched a multi-billion dollar, multi-currency bond sale, becoming one of the first major technology firms to access debt markets this year. The move, which comes amid strong investor appetite for tech credit, is seen as a bellwether for how the sector will fund growth initiatives in artificial intelligence and strategic acquisitions.
President Trump's laissez-faire stance on the dollar's slide to a four-year low risks backfiring on his core promise to lower living costs, as analysts warn a weak currency could fuel inflation and thwart rate cuts.
The actively managed Schwab Core Bond ETF (SCCR), launched in early 2025, is gaining attention for its monthly distributions and a current yield of 4.32%. The fund focuses on high-quality U.S. dollar-denominated debt, offering retirees and other investors a potential source of predictable income in a shifting rate environment.
Amid a quarter dominated by mega-cap tech and AI fervor, Pzena Investment Management's value-focused fund highlighted discount retailer Dollar General as a key performer, driven by strong earnings that propelled its stock.
Precious metals extended their sharp decline following President Trump's nomination for the next Federal Reserve chair, a move markets interpret as locking in higher interest rates and boosting the U.S. dollar's appeal.
President Trump's apparent endorsement of a weaker dollar is not mere rhetoric but a strategic pillar of his economic agenda, aimed at boosting US competitiveness and narrowing the trade deficit, with significant implications for global central banks and currency markets.
A dramatic sell-off in precious metals, led by a record-breaking drop in silver, rattled financial markets on January 30, 2026, as a surging U.S. dollar and shifting expectations for Federal Reserve policy triggered a broad retreat from risk assets.
Cotton futures extended losses on Friday, pressured by a stronger U.S. dollar and a significant year-over-year decline in export commitments. The market's focus remains on demand concerns as key metrics lag behind historical averages.
Corn futures extended losses on Friday, pressured by a strengthening U.S. dollar and weaker crude oil prices. Despite robust export sales data running ahead of historical pace, front-month contracts fell 5 to 5.5 cents, pushing the national average cash price lower.
The Eurozone economy grew 0.3% in Q4 2025, matching the previous quarter's pace and easing earlier recession fears. However, analysts warn that the euro's sharp 14.4% gain against the dollar over the past year threatens to undermine the competitiveness of European exports.
Having cemented its status as a trillion-dollar titan on the back of the AI boom, semiconductor leader Broadcom now sets its sights on sustained growth. We analyze the drivers behind its surge and what investors can expect in the coming year.
The US dollar hits a multi-year low against the euro following President Trump's endorsement of a weaker currency, sparking debate over its impact on trade, inflation, and America's financial standing.
Business Facilities magazine has named North Carolina its 'State of the Year' for business climate and economic development, the state's third such win in six years, following a surge of multi-billion dollar investments from tech and manufacturing giants.
BitRiver, the dominant force in Russia's Bitcoin mining sector, faces a severe financial and legal crisis as court-ordered monitoring of its parent company begins. The turmoil stems from a multi-million dollar contract dispute, regional mining bans, and mounting pressure from sanctions and tax evasion charges against its founder.
A sharp correction in Bitcoin prices has left corporate giant MicroStrategy nursing over $1 billion in unrealized losses and triggered massive outflows from spot ETFs. Despite the sell-off, CEO Michael Saylor signals unwavering commitment, framing the downturn as a strategic buying opportunity.
The collapse of Shenzhen-based Jereh, a gold trading platform that operated with massive leverage and no physical backing, has left a trail of financial devastation for 150,000 retail investors, who now confront a controversial repayment plan offering mere fractions of their investments.
