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UK

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UK House Prices Rebound in September as Monthly Asking Prices Rise 0.7%

UK house prices showed signs of improvement in September, with the Rightmove House Price Index rising 0.7% month over month after a 2.0% decline in August.

On an annual basis, asking prices were still 0.8% lower than a year earlier, but the decline narrowed from 1.0% previously.

The data suggest the housing market regained some momentum at the start of autumn, although year-over-year prices remain slightly below 2025 levels.

The monthly rebound may reflect seasonal improvement in housing activity, but affordability constraints and borrowing costs are likely to remain important factors for buyers and sellers in the coming months.
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UK Retail Sales Rebound Strongly in August, Beating Forecasts

UK retail sales rose more strongly than expected in August, pointing to an improvement in consumer spending after weakness in the previous month.

Headline retail sales increased 0.5% month over month, beating expectations for a 0.2% decline and rebounding from a 0.5% fall previously. On an annual basis, retail sales rose 2.4%, above the 1.9% forecast and up from 1.2% in the prior period.

Core retail sales, which exclude fuel, were also stronger than expected. Core sales increased 0.6% month over month versus expectations for a 0.2% decline, while annual core sales growth accelerated to 2.7% from 1.8%, exceeding the 1.9% consensus estimate.

Overall, the figures suggest UK household demand was more resilient in August than markets had expected, providing a positive signal for near-term economic activity despite continued pressure from borrowing costs and inflation.
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Bank of England Holds Interest Rate Steady at 3.75%

The Bank of England kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 3.75% at its September meeting, matching market expectations and extending its current policy stance.
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UK Inflation Rises to 3.1% in August, Matching Expectations

UK consumer inflation accelerated in August, with the annual CPI rate rising to 3.1% from 2.9% in July, in line with market expectations.

On a monthly basis, consumer prices increased 0.5%, also matching forecasts and accelerating from the previous month’s 0.3% rise.

The pickup indicates that inflationary pressures strengthened during August despite the figures coming in as expected. The data could reinforce a cautious approach from the Bank of England, as inflation remains above its 2% target and limits the scope for near-term monetary easing.
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UK Jobless Claims Jump in August, Unemployment Rate Holds at 4.9%

The UK labor market sent mixed signals, as unemployment remained below expectations while jobless claims rose sharply.

The claimant count increased by 27,800 in August, well above the 8,300 expected and reversing the previous 11,800 decline. Meanwhile, employment increased by 67,000 in the three months through July, slowing from 83,000 previously.

The unemployment rate held at 4.9% in July, slightly better than the 5.0% forecast. Overall, the figures suggest the UK labor market remains relatively resilient but is showing signs of softer hiring conditions.
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UK Growth Momentum Improves as NIESR GDP Tracker Rises to 0.5%

The UK economy showed signs of stronger momentum in August, with the NIESR Monthly GDP Tracker rising to 0.5% from 0.4% previously.
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UK Economy Grows 0.4% in July as Industrial Production and Trade Improve

The UK economy expanded more strongly than expected in July, with GDP rising 0.4% month-over-month. The increase exceeded expectations for no growth and followed a 0.3% expansion in June.

Industrial activity also surprised to the upside. Industrial production increased 0.2% in July, compared with expectations for a 0.2% decline and reversing the previous month’s 0.2% contraction.

Meanwhile, the UK trade deficit narrowed to £20.97 billion from £23.01 billion, coming in better than the £22.60 billion deficit expected.

The combination of stronger GDP growth, improving industrial output and a narrower trade deficit points to resilient economic momentum at the start of the third quarter. The stronger data could also complicate expectations for further Bank of England monetary easing if inflation pressures remain elevated.
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European Investor 09-11-26
UK Retail Sales Growth Slows to 0.5% in August, Missing Forecasts

UK retail sales growth weakened more than expected in August, signaling softer consumer spending momentum.

The BRC Retail Sales Monitor increased 0.5% year over year, well below the 1.2% consensus forecast and slowing from 1.0% growth in the previous month.

The weaker reading suggests British consumers remained cautious as household budgets continued to face pressure from elevated living costs and borrowing expenses.

The data adds to signs of softer momentum in the UK economy and could reinforce expectations for a cautious Bank of England policy stance. Upcoming inflation, wage and broader retail-sales figures will be important in determining whether the slowdown in consumer demand persists.
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WS News 09-08-26
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UK House Prices Fall 0.2% in August, Missing Expectations

UK house prices declined more than expected in August, pointing to renewed weakness in the residential property market.

The Lloyds House Price Index fell 0.2% month over month, compared with expectations for a 0.2% increase and following a 0.1% decline previously.

On an annual basis, house prices fell 0.4%, deteriorating from 0.1% growth in the previous month and marking a shift into negative territory.

Meanwhile, the average UK mortgage rate remained unchanged at 6.58% in August. Elevated borrowing costs continue to constrain housing affordability and buyer demand.

The weaker-than-expected housing data adds to signs of pressure on the UK property market, with high mortgage rates limiting demand despite expectations surrounding the Bank of England’s future monetary policy path.
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European Investor 09-07-26
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UK Construction PMI Falls to 44.3 in August, Missing Expectations

The UK construction sector contracted at a faster pace in August, as a sharp downturn in housebuilding weighed on overall activity and demand conditions remained subdued.

The S&P Global UK Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to 44.3 in August from 44.7 in July, missing market expectations of 45.8. A reading below 50 indicates contraction in construction activity. The sector has now recorded declining activity for 20 consecutive months.
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China Holds Five-Year Loan Prime Rate at 3.50% in September

China kept its five-year Loan Prime Rate (LPR) unchanged at 3.50% in September, matching market the previous month’s level.

The decision signals that Chinese policymakers are maintaining current borrowing-cost settings despite continued concerns about economic momentum and the property sector.
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WS News 09-20-26
China Industrial Production Beats Forecasts as Investment Weakness Deepens

China’s economic data for August painted a mixed picture, with stronger industrial activity offset by weaker investment and a slight rise in unemployment.

Industrial production increased 5.2% year over year, beating the 4.8% forecast and accelerating from 4.5% previously. The stronger reading suggests China’s manufacturing and industrial sectors maintained momentum despite broader economic pressures.

However, fixed asset investment fell 7.2% year over year, slightly worse than the expected 7.1% decline and deeper than the previous 6.7% contraction. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate edged up to 5.3% from 5.2%, also above expectations.

The figures highlight an uneven Chinese recovery, with industrial strength contrasting with persistent weakness in investment and the labor market.
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China’s New Loans Rebound to 60 Billion Yuan in August but Miss Forecasts

China’s banks extended 60 billion yuan in new loans in August, rebounding from a 340 billion yuan contraction in the previous period but falling well short of market expectations for 480 billion yuan.

The weaker-than-expected lending figure points to continued softness in credit demand despite the return to positive loan growth.
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China Inflation Accelerates in August as Energy Costs Push Producer Prices Higher

China’s inflation picked up in August, with consumer prices rising faster and producer inflation exceeding expectations as higher energy and commodity costs fed through the economy.

The consumer price index rose 0.8% year over year, matching expectations but accelerating from 0.5% in July. On a monthly basis, CPI increased 0.4%, above the 0.3% forecast and reversing July’s 0.1% decline.

Producer prices showed a stronger-than-expected increase. China’s PPI rose 3.8% year over year, above the 3.6% forecast and up from 3.5% in July. Higher international crude oil was among the main drivers, with energy costs elevated by supply concerns surrounding the Middle East conflict.

The figures suggest external cost pressures are lifting Chinese inflation, although underlying domestic demand remains relatively weak. With Brent crude trading around $100 amid escalating Middle East supply risks, energy prices could remain an important source of inflation pressure for China in the coming months.
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European Investor 09-09-26
China’s Trade Surplus Widens to $119.09 Billion as Exports Rise 25%

China’s trade surplus came in slightly above expectations in August as exports maintained strong growth while imports increased less than economists had forecast.

Exports rose 25.0% year over year, matching the consensus estimate and accelerating from 23.9% previously.

Imports increased 28.2%, up from the previous 27.5% gain but below expectations for 30.0% growth. Despite the miss, the strong increase suggests domestic demand for foreign goods remained robust.

China recorded a $119.09 billion trade surplus, slightly above the $118.60 billion forecast.

The figures show that China’s external trade remained resilient in August, with export growth accelerating and the trade surplus exceeding expectations. However, the weaker-than-forecast import reading provides a more mixed signal about the strength of domestic demand.
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WS News 09-08-26
China Services PMI Rises to 51.4 in August, Beating Expectations

China’s services sector expanded at a faster pace in August, with the RatingDog Services PMI rising to 51.4 from 50.4 in the previous month.

The reading came comfortably above market expectations of 50.6 and remained above the 50-point threshold separating expansion from contraction. The improvement suggests that activity in China’s services economy gained momentum during August.
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WS News 09-03-26
China Manufacturing PMI Rises to 51.5 as Factory Activity Strengthens

China’s manufacturing sector expanded at a faster pace in August, providing a positive signal for the world’s second-largest economy as factory demand, production and exports improved.

The RatingDog China General Manufacturing PMI, compiled by S&P Global, rose to 51.5 from 50.9 in July, beating expectations of 51.0. A reading above 50 indicates expansion.

Factory output increased at the fastest pace in three months, supported by stronger demand and additional production capacity. New orders also accelerated, while new export business recorded its strongest increase in six months.

Overall, the RatingDog data are moderately positive for China’s growth outlook and could support sentiment toward Chinese equities and industrial commodities, although weak domestic demand and persistent pricing pressure remain important risks.
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European Investor 09-01-26
China’s Manufacturing PMI Improves in August, but Broader Economy Remains in Contraction

China’s manufacturing activity improved more than expected in August, but the latest PMI data showed that the broader economy remained below the key 50-point threshold separating expansion from contraction.

The official Manufacturing PMI rose to 49.8 from 49.2 in July, beating market expectations of 49.5. The improvement brought the factory sector close to stabilization, although the sub-50 reading indicates manufacturing activity continued to contract.

The picture was weaker in services and other non-manufacturing industries. China’s Non-Manufacturing PMI remained at 49.0, below the 49.5 forecast and unchanged from the previous month.

Meanwhile, the Composite PMI edged up to 49.5 from 49.3. Despite the improvement, it also remained in contraction territory.

Overall, the August figures suggest that conditions in Chinese manufacturing are improving, but weakness in the services side of the economy continues to constrain the recovery. The mixed data could maintain pressure on Chinese policymakers to provide additional support for domestic demand and economic activity.
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WS News 08-31-26
China Holds Five-Year Loan Prime Rate at 3.50% in August

China kept its five-year Loan Prime Rate (LPR) unchanged at 3.50% in August, matching both market expectations and the previous month’s level.

The decision signals that Chinese policymakers are maintaining current borrowing-cost settings despite continued concerns about economic momentum and the property sector.
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WS News 08-20-26
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China’s Economy Loses Momentum in July as Industrial Output and Investment Weaken

China’s economy showed further signs of losing momentum in July, with industrial production slowing, unemployment rising and fixed-asset investment contracting more sharply than expected.

Industrial production increased 4.5% year-over-year in July, below the 5.0% forecast and slowing from 5.3% in June. Industrial output for the January-July period was up 5.3% from a year earlier.

The unemployment rate increased to 5.2% from 5.0%, exceeding expectations of 5.1%. Meanwhile, fixed-asset investment fell 6.7% year-over-year in the first seven months of 2026, worsening from the previous 5.7% decline and exceeding expectations for a 6.2% contraction. The property sector remained a major drag, with real-estate development investment falling 19.2%.

The weaker figures add to evidence that China’s recovery remains uneven, with subdued domestic demand and the prolonged property downturn weighing on activity despite strength in exports and technology-related sectors. The slowdown could increase pressure on Beijing to provide additional policy support during the second half of the year.
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Global Finance News 08-17-26
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SoFi Stock Rises 4.4% as Scotiabank Initiates Coverage With Sector Outperform Rating

SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) shares rose about 4.4% Wednesday after Scotiabank initiated coverage of the fintech company with a Sector Outperform rating and set a $25 price target.

SoFi shares were trading around $17.81, meaning Scotiabank’s $25 target implies approximately 40% upside from the current share price.

SoFi has evolved from its origins in student loan refinancing into a diversified digital financial services platform spanning personal loans, banking, investing, credit cards and financial technology infrastructure. Its expanding financial-services ecosystem and growing banking operations position the company to benefit from the continued shift toward digital banking.

The Sector Outperform initiation provides a fresh bullish catalyst for the stock. The 4.4% gain appears to reflect positive investor reaction to Scotiabank’s coverage and the significant upside indicated by its $25 price target.
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SoFi Technologies (SOFI) Tumbles 14% Despite Record Revenue

SoFi Technologies shares fell roughly 14% on Wednesday, a punishing reaction to an earnings report that was better than expected on the surface but left investors with plenty to worry about underneath.

The digital bank posted Q1 revenue of $1.1 billion, up 41% year-over-year, and record loan originations of $12.2 billion. Yet the stock sold off hard for three key reasons.

First, Galileo, SoFi's high-margin banking-as-a-service platform, saw revenue collapse 27% to $75 million, hit by the exit of major client Chime from the platform (24/7 Wall St.). Second, SoFi's Q2 guidance missed Wall Street's forecasts on both revenue growth and EBITDA margin, sparking concerns about the company's near-term trajectory (FinancialContent). Third, management left its full-year guidance unchanged — offering no upside surprise to a market that needed reassurance.

Adding to the pressure, a second Muddy Waters short report alleged accounting irregularities involving a $312 million JPMorgan loan, while TD Cowen slashed its price target to $17 from $24 and Bank of America cut its target to $18, both citing macro headwinds and competition (StocksToTrade).

At around $15.88 per share, SOFI now trades more than 50% below its 52-week high of $32.21 from November 2025 (FinancialContent).
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Global Finance News 04-29-26
SoFi Technologies reported a standout fourth quarter in 2025, delivering record adjusted net revenue of $1.0 billion, up 37% year over year, and net income of $174 million. Adjusted EBITDA rose 60% to a record $318 million, while fee-based revenue jumped 53% to $443 million.

Growth remained strong across the platform, with members increasing 35% to a record 13.7 million and total products rising 37% to 20.2 million. Management highlighted continued momentum from its one-stop digital financial services model and announced 2026 guidance alongside a positive medium-term outlook.

Source: Business Wire, January 30, 2026
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Global Finance News 01-30-26
SoFi Launches $1.5 Billion Public Offering to Strengthen Capital and Support Growth

SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) has announced a $1.5 billion underwritten public offering of common stock, with underwriters receiving a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 15 percent. All shares will be issued and sold by the company. SoFi plans to use the proceeds to bolster its capital position, enhance flexibility in capital management, and fund future growth initiatives.
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5 High-Growth US Fintech Stocks Riding the Digital Banking Boom - The Smart Investor

Ride the wave of digital banking with these five innovative US fintech stocks in 2025.

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SoFi’s Q1 2025 earnings highlights:

- Net revenue: $772 million, up 20% year-over-year
- Adjusted net revenue: $771 million, up 33%
- Adjusted EBITDA: $210 million, up 46%
- GAAP net income: $71 million
- Diluted EPS: $0.06, up from $0.02 a year ago
- Member growth: 800,000 new members, reaching 10.9 million total, up 34% year-over-year
- Product growth: 1.2 million new products, reaching 15.9 million total, up 35%

Segment performance:

- Financial Services: revenue doubled to $303 million; contribution margin rose to 49%
- Technology Platform: revenue grew 10% to $103 million; contribution margin at 30%
- Lending: revenue rose 25% to $413 million; lending origination volume hit a record $7.2 billion, up 66%

Additional points:

- Fee-based revenue reached a record $315 million, up 67%
- Net interest income rose 24% year-over-year
- Tangible book value grew to $5.1 billion, or $4.58 per share
- Credit performance improved, with lower charge-off and delinquency rates
- Continued brand-building activities, including partnerships with TGL (stadium golf league) and CMA Fest
- New SoFi Plus subscription service launched

Updated 2025 guidance:

- Full-year adjusted net revenue expected at $3.235 to $3.310 billion (previously $3.200 to $3.275 billion)
- Full-year adjusted EBITDA expected at $875 to $895 million (previously $845 to $865 million)
- Full-year GAAP EPS expected at $0.27 to $0.28 (previously $0.25 to $0.27)
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SoFi Technologies reported record performance in Q4 2024, with a net revenue of $734 million, reflecting a 19% year-over-year increase, and net income of $332 million, a significant leap from $48 million in Q4 2023. The company's strong performance was driven by the Financial Services and Tech Platform segments, which combined grew 52% year-over-year and contributed 49% of total adjusted net revenue.

For 2024, SoFi achieved a GAAP profitability milestone with $2.7 billion in total net revenue, up 26% from the prior year, and a full-year net income of $499 million, compared to a loss of $301 million in 2023. Key drivers of growth included a 34% increase in members, a 32% increase in products, and a 63% rise in fee-based revenue.

In the Lending segment, loan originations reached $7.2 billion in Q4, a 66% year-over-year increase, with personal, student, and home loans posting record volumes. SoFi also reported improved credit performance, with personal loan delinquency and charge-off rates decreasing.

For 2025, SoFi projects adjusted net revenue growth of 23–26% and adjusted EBITDA between $845–$865 million. Management also plans to reinvest in the business, targeting an incremental EBITDA margin of 30%.
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What is your expectations for Sofi in 2025?
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Nasdaq Slides as Chip Sell-Off Accelerates, Dragging Semiconductor ETFs and AI Leaders Lower

The Nasdaq came under heavy selling pressure on Thursday after a relatively resilient start to the session, with semiconductor stocks leading a broad technology retreat. While the Dow Jones remained in positive territory, the Nasdaq fell more than 1.4% as investors aggressively sold chipmakers following their exceptional first-half rally.

The weakness was widespread across the semiconductor industry. Micron Technology (MU) dropped more than 7%, while SanDisk (SNDK) plunged over 15%, extending a sharp pullback that began after both companies posted massive year-to-date gains. Other major chip names, including Nvidia (NVDA), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Broadcom (AVGO) and Western Digital (WDC) also traded lower as investors continued rotating out of AI infrastructure stocks.

The sell-off was equally visible in sector exchange-traded funds. The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) fell roughly 7%, while the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) lost nearly 6%, highlighting broad-based weakness rather than company-specific concerns. The decline suggests investors are taking profits across the semiconductor sector after one of its strongest first-half performances on record.

Analysts point to a combination of factors behind the retreat, including profit-taking after extraordinary gains, concerns that AI-related chip valuations had become stretched, and signs that investors are rotating toward other parts of the technology sector. Recent reports suggesting cloud providers could optimize AI infrastructure spending have also fueled concerns that the pace of semiconductor demand growth may moderate, even as the long-term AI investment theme remains intact.

Despite Thursday’s sharp decline, many Wall Street analysts continue to view the move as a healthy correction rather than a change in the industry’s long-term outlook, arguing that AI-driven demand for advanced chips and memory products remains robust over the coming years.
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State Street Investment Management launched the State Street IG Public & Private ABS ETF (PRAB), an actively managed exchange-traded fund designed to give investors broader exposure to investment-grade asset-backed securities across both public and private markets.

The fund invests in securities such as collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) and residential and commercial mortgage-backed securities, aiming to provide diversified income opportunities and potentially higher yields compared with corporate bonds of similar risk.

State Street said the ETF responds to growing investor demand for access to the global asset-backed finance market, which exceeds $20 trillion but remains underrepresented in traditional bond portfolios.
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State Street Investment Management has expanded its MyIncome ETF lineup with the launch of five actively managed high yield corporate bond target maturity ETFs, adding to what it calls the industry’s first actively managed corporate target maturity ETF suite.

The new funds — My2027 (MYHA), My2028 (MYHB), My2029 (MYHC), My2030 (MYHD) and My2031 (MYHE) High Yield Corporate Bond ETFs — provide exposure to high yield bonds with matching maturity years from 2027 through 2031. The ETFs are designed to help investors build bond ladders that manage interest rate risk while offering predictable income and liquidity.

Managed by the firm’s fixed income team, the funds aim to maximize yield while preserving capital and managing liquidity, sector and issuer concentration risks. Each ETF is structured to distribute remaining principal and liquidate around December 15 of its respective maturity year. As of January 31, 2026, assets under management in the MyIncome suite totaled $298 million.

Source:Business Wire
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Global Finance News 02-28-26

Sector Momentum Favors Defense; QQQ Yet To Break; Split NDX Breadth

The stock market is clearly in defensive mode but QQQ is still holding up, and its long-term breadth still hasn't turned bearish. Arthur Hill's analysis identifies the key levels to watch.

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The Investor 02-20-26
State Street Investment Management has launched the **State Street Prime Money Market ETF (MMK)**, an actively managed ETF designed to provide flexible, transparent, and cost-effective cash management.

The ETF aims to maximize current income while preserving capital and liquidity, investing in short-term, high-quality debt instruments such as U.S. government securities, certificates of deposit, commercial paper, asset-backed securities, mortgage-related securities, and repurchase agreements.

With an expense ratio of **18 basis points**, MMK is among the lowest-cost active prime money market ETFs in the U.S. As of December 31, 2025, State Street’s cash team managed approximately **$599.55 billion** in assets.

Source: Business Wire.
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VantagePoint A.I. Asset of the Week iShares Silver Trust ($SLV) - VantagePoint $SLV

This week's ai asset spotlight is the iShares Silver Trust ($SLV) On December 3, 2025, we put $SLV front and center as our Asset of the Week and made one thing crystal clear: silver was no

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I collected my first dividend from the FDVV ETF this week. It was not much—just $12—but it felt good to see the portfolio start to generate cash. Over time, I expect these payments to grow.

I am also spending time researching QQQI. It is a relatively new ETF and clearly carries more risk, especially since it focuses on large technology companies that may be somewhat overvalued right now. Still, I plan to allocate a small portion of my portfolio to it. The annual yield of around 13% is attractive, and I believe the tech and AI rally is likely to continue for at least another couple of years. If that plays out, QQQI could contribute meaningfully to overall returns.
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The Investor 12-21-25
State Street launches lowest-cost leveraged loan ETF in the U.S.

State Street Investment Management introduced the State Street SPDR S&P Leveraged Loan ETF (LVLN), giving investors broad, index-based exposure to the expanding leveraged loan market. With a 0.40 percent gross expense ratio, LVLN is now the lowest-cost leveraged loan ETF available in the U.S., according to Bloomberg data as of November 18, 2025.

The fund tracks the S&P USD Select Leveraged Loan Index, which includes U.S. dollar–denominated loans of at least 500 million dollars and applies issuer, facility and industry caps for diversified coverage. State Street says demand for leveraged loans continues to grow as investors seek income and low correlation to Treasuries and investment-grade corporate bonds.

The launch expands State Street’s fixed-income ETF lineup to include both active and index strategies targeting the rapidly growing loan segment.
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U.S. Stocks Slip as Weak Industrial Data and Higher Yields Offset Fed-Driven Optimism

U.S. stocks traded modestly lower Friday as investors weighed softer economic data against lingering confidence in the Federal Reserve’s inflation-fighting stance.

The S&P 500 fell 0.20% to 7,622.67, while the Dow Jones declined 0.34% to 51,602.07. The Nasdaq was down 0.13% at 26,383.07, giving back part of its earlier gains.

The session followed Thursday’s rally, when falling oil prices and lower long-term Treasury yields helped investors respond positively to the Fed’s 25-basis-point rate increase. The central bank raised its benchmark range to 3.75%–4.00%, and Chair Kevin Warsh emphasized that inflation remains too high, reinforcing confidence that the Fed is prepared to act against persistent price pressures.

Friday’s economic data were less supportive. U.S. industrial production was unchanged in August, missing expectations for a 0.3% increase, while manufacturing output fell 0.3% after seven consecutive monthly gains. The U.S. Leading Index also declined 0.1%, pointing to some moderation in near-term economic momentum.

At the same time, Treasury yields remained an important headwind. The 10-year yield has recently traded near 5%, keeping pressure on equity valuations, particularly in growth-sensitive sectors. Brent crude’s retreat below $100 has helped ease some inflation concerns, but investors remain focused on whether the Fed will deliver another rate increase later this year.

For now, Wall Street appears caught between confidence in the Fed’s inflation response and concern that tighter monetary policy, high yields and slowing industrial momentum could weigh on growth.
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WS Investor 09-18-26
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U.S. Pending Home Sales Rise 0.3% in August as GDPNow Holds at 5.1%

U.S. pending home sales rose 0.3% month over month in August, beating expectations for a 0.2% decline and rebounding from a 2.6% drop in the previous month.

The stronger reading suggests some stabilization in housing demand despite elevated mortgage rates and ongoing affordability pressures. Pending home sales track signed contracts and are often viewed as a leading indicator for future existing-home sales.

Separately, the Atlanta Fed’s GDPNow model kept its estimate for third-quarter U.S. economic growth unchanged at 5.1%.

Together, the data point to continued resilience in the U.S. economy. Housing demand showed a modest improvement, while the GDPNow estimate continued to signal strong overall growth momentum in the third quarter.
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The Investor 09-17-26
U.S. Stocks Rally as Fed Rate Hike Boosts Confidence in Inflation Fight

U.S. stocks opened sharply higher Thursday, with investors responding positively to the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision and signs that policymakers remain committed to bringing inflation under control.

The S&P 500 rose 0.93% to 7,621.95, while the Dow Jones gained 0.52% to 51,730.65. The Nasdaq led the advance, climbing 1.28% to 26,312.06 as technology shares attracted renewed buying.

The gains followed Wednesday’s Federal Reserve decision to raise its benchmark rate by 25 basis points to a 3.75%–4.00% range. Although the move was widely expected, the unanimous decision under Fed Chair Kevin Warsh appeared to strengthen investor confidence that the central bank is prepared to address persistent inflation pressures.

Sentiment was also supported by a pullback in oil prices, easing some concerns that high energy costs could add further inflation pressure. Reuters reported that U.S. stock futures had already moved higher before the opening bell as lower crude prices reinforced the positive reaction to the Fed decision.

Still, the Fed maintained a hawkish stance, with most policymakers indicating that another rate increase could be appropriate before the end of the year. For now, however, markets appear to be focusing on the credibility of the Fed’s inflation response.
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WS News 09-17-26
U.S. Housing Starts Fall in August While Philadelphia Manufacturing Beats Forecast

U.S. housing activity weakened in August, with housing starts falling 2.6% month over month to an annualized 1.275 million units. The headline figure came below the 1.320 million market forecast, pointing to continued pressure on residential construction.

Building permits, a forward-looking indicator for future construction, came in at 1.394 million, slightly below expectations of 1.400 million.

At the same time, manufacturing data were stronger. The Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index registered 37.8 in September, beating the 31.3 consensus estimate, although it slowed from 47.4 previously.

The data present a mixed picture for the U.S. economy: housing remains under pressure from elevated borrowing costs and affordability constraints, while regional manufacturing activity continues to show relatively strong expansion.
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WS News 09-17-26
U.S. Jobless Claims Fall Below Forecast as Labor Market Remains Resilient

U.S. initial jobless claims fell to 196,000 in the latest week, below the 207,000 market forecast and down from 206,000 previously, pointing to continued strength in the labor market.

Continuing claims also declined to 1.730 million, compared with expectations for 1.780 million and a previous reading of 1.769 million. The drop suggests fewer workers remained on unemployment benefits than economists had anticipated.

However, regional employment data showed some cooling. The Philadelphia Fed Employment Index fell to 11.8 in September from 27.9 previously, indicating that hiring momentum in the region slowed despite remaining in positive territory.

Overall, the claims data suggest layoffs remain relatively limited, while the weaker Philadelphia Fed employment reading points to some moderation in labor demand. The combination could reinforce expectations that the Federal Reserve will continue to watch labor-market conditions closely after its latest rate increase.
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WS News 09-17-26
Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates to 4.00%

The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 4.00% on Wednesday, matching market expectations and reversing the previous 3.75% rate level.

The increase comes as the Fed confronts renewed inflation pressures, with policymakers balancing persistent price risks against the potential impact of tighter financial conditions on economic growth.

The widely expected move shifts investor attention to the Fed’s policy statement and comments from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh for clues about the path ahead.

Markets will be particularly focused on whether Warsh signals that additional rate increases may be needed or suggests that policy could remain at 4.00% while officials assess incoming inflation and labor-market data. Warsh is scheduled to hold the post-meeting press conference following today’s FOMC decision.

The decision also puts Treasury yields, the U.S. dollar and rate-sensitive equity sectors in focus as investors reassess expectations for monetary policy through the remainder of 2026.
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WS News 09-16-26
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U.S. Stocks Rise as Tech Gains Offset Fed Rate Concerns After Strong Retail Sales

U.S. stocks traded mostly higher Wednesday, with the S&P 500 up 0.37% to 7,613.62 and the Nasdaq gaining 0.69% to 26,160.05. The Dow Jones was nearly flat, slipping 0.08% to 52,048.87, as technology stocks led the market higher ahead of the Federal Reserve’s policy decision.

Fresh economic data showed that U.S. consumers remain surprisingly resilient. Retail sales jumped 1.2% month over month in August, beating the 0.8% forecast and reversing July’s 0.5% decline. Core retail sales were even stronger, rising 1.4% versus the 0.6% expected. The data adds to evidence that the U.S. economy continues to carry solid momentum.

The strength of consumer spending also complicates the interest-rate outlook. Markets are pricing a roughly 90% probability that the Fed will raise rates by 25 basis points later Wednesday, as policymakers confront persistent inflation and the inflationary impact of higher energy prices. The 10-year Treasury yield, which recently crossed 5% and reached its highest level since 2007, eased to around 4.97%, providing some relief for growth and technology stocks.

Oil prices also pulled back after their recent surge, with Brent falling around 1.5% today.

Investors are now focused on the Fed decision and Chair Kevin Warsh’s comments for clues on whether an expected rate increase represents a one-time response to renewed inflation pressures or the beginning of a broader tightening cycle.
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WS Investor 09-16-26
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U.S. Stocks Fall as 10-Year Yield Hits 5% and Oil Fuels Fed Hike Fears

U.S. stocks traded lower Tuesday as surging Treasury yields, elevated oil prices and renewed geopolitical tensions outweighed signs of continued job creation.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.96%, while the Nasdaq Composite declined 0.58% and the S&P 500 lost 0.44%. The benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury yield climbed above 5%, reaching its highest level since 2007 as investors prepared for Wednesday’s Federal Reserve decision. Markets are pricing a roughly 90% probability of a 25-basis-point rate hike.

Economic data offered a mixed picture. Weekly ADP employment growth accelerated to 16,300 from 12,000, suggesting the labor market continues to add jobs. However, the New York Empire State Manufacturing Index dropped to 7.6 in September from 20.6, well below the 14.8 forecast.

Geopolitical risks remain another major headwind. Oil prices have stayed above $100 as renewed attacks involving Iran-aligned Houthis and Saudi Arabia increased concerns over Middle East supply disruptions. Higher energy prices are reinforcing inflation fears.

With bond yields around 5% increasing the relative attractiveness of fixed-income assets and putting pressure on equity valuations, investors are likely to remain cautious ahead of the Fed decision and its guidance on whether additional rate hikes could follow.
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The Investor 09-15-26
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U.S. Stocks Fall as Oil Surge, Inflation Fears and AI Selloff Pressure Wall Street

U.S. stocks opened lower on Monday as a renewed surge in oil prices intensified inflation concerns while a selloff in artificial intelligence stocks weighed heavily on the technology sector.

The S&P 500 fell 0.49% to 7,619.13, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.23% to 52,454.22. The tech-heavy Nasdaq underperformed, dropping 0.73% to 26,140.28.

Brent crude jumped more than 4% to around $109 a barrel, adding to concerns that elevated energy costs could keep inflation higher for longer. Those worries are particularly important ahead of this week’s Federal Reserve decision, with markets pricing a high probability of another rate increase after recent inflation data.

Technology shares faced an additional headwind from a reassessment of the AI boom. AI-linked stocks came under pressure after leading industry executives called for slowing the development of increasingly powerful AI models over safety concerns. Nvidia and several semiconductor stocks fell, helping explain the Nasdaq’s sharper decline.

The combination of higher oil prices, renewed inflation risks and uncertainty over the pace of AI investment is putting pressure on equity valuations, particularly high-growth technology stocks.
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WS Investor 09-14-26

Fed rate hike odds surge to 90% on monthly jump in core prices

Markets are now betting on a 90% chance of a rate hike at Wednesday's Fed policy meeting.

(finance.yahoo.com)
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The Investor 09-12-26
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