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Top 5 Ways Trump’s Policies Could Help Rich People in Need

If you ask your average American, nothing is sadder than a billionaire having to pay too much in taxes, right? Especially in this economy.

GOBankingRates · Jul 31, 2025

Stocks Soar Before the Open on Upbeat Meta and Microsoft Results, U.S. PCE Inflation Data and More Big Tech Earnings on Tap

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU25) are up +0.97%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU25) are up +1.30% this morning as forecast-beating quarterly results from Meta and Microsoft boosted sentiment.

Barchart · Jul 31, 2025

Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq To Open Higher After Robust Meta, Microsoft Earnings—Investors Await Apple, Amazon Results

U.S. stock futures rose on Thursday after ending on a mixed note on Wednesday. Futures of major benchmark indices were higher, except for the small-cap gauge Russell 2000.

Benzinga · Jul 31, 2025

Ukraine war briefing: Kremlin says it has ‘immunity’ to US sanctions as Trump deadline looms

Russia says it has been living under ‘a huge number of sanctions’ for some time; attacks on Ukrainian capital leave six dead. What we know on day 1,254

The Guardian - AU · Jul 31, 2025

Labour says firms will be penalised for late payments to suppliers

Government drive to support small business will include startup loans for 69,000 companies worth £4bn

The Guardian - UK · Jul 30, 2025

6 Car Brands With Hidden Recall Histories Not Disclosed at Sale

When you are buying a car, it is incredibly important to do your research. That should go beyond the price and fuel economy. You need to look into any recalls on the vehicle, too. It might come as a surprise to you that not all dealerships or sellers will tell…

Clever Dude · Jul 30, 2025

Trump Punishes Brazil With Tariffs, Sanctions Over Trial Of Ally Bolsonaro

President Donald Trump ordered massive tariffs on Brazil Wednesday and sanctions against the judge overseeing a trial of his far-right ally Jair Bolsonaro, who is accused of attempting a coup in Latin America's biggest economy.

International Business Times · Jul 30, 2025

Big tech says AI could boost Australia’s economy by $115 billion a year. Does the evidence stack up?

AI is on the agenda in Canberra. In August, the Productivity Commission will release an interim report on harnessing data and digital technology such as AI “to boost productivity growth, accelerate innovation and improve government services”. Shortly afterward, the government will host an Economic Reform Roundtable where AI policy will…

The Conversation · Jul 30, 2025

Dollar Rallies and Gold Sinks as Powell Pushes Back Against Rate Cuts

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday extended this week’s rally and rose by +0.88% to a 2-month high. Signs of strength in the US economy boosted the dollar Wednesday after the July ADP employment change rose more than expected by the most in four months, and Q2 GDP expanded...

Barchart · Jul 30, 2025

Threats of Additional Sanctions on Russian Energy Exports Lift Crude Prices

September WTI crude oil (CLU25 ) on Wednesday closed up +0.79 (+1.14%), and September RBOB gasoline (RBU25 ) closed up +0.0262 (+1.20%). Crude oil and gasoline prices on Wednesday extended this week's rally to 5-week highs. Signs of strength in the global economy are supportive for energy demand and crude...

Barchart · Jul 30, 2025