NJ governor sends state police to set up protest zone outside contested immigration detention center
US adult cigarette smoking rate hits another all-time low
Federal judge says New Hampshire must make it easier to prove citizenship when registering to vote
Robinson learns of World Cup berth on golf course, Roldan during club meeting, Reyna in parking lot
SpaceX gets $4.16 billion US Space Force deal for airborne threats program
Brewers pitcher Abner Uribe suspended 1 game for actions against the Cardinals
US judge orders removal of Trump's name from Kennedy Center
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US regulator moves to withdraw judgment against Winklevoss' crypto exchange
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Gap, American Eagle fall as brand troubles weaken annual forecasts
By Akriti Shah and Neil J Kanatt May 29 - Shares of Gap and American Eagle Outfitters tumbled over 12% on Friday after both retailers issued weak forecasts, signaling deepening pressure on consumer
May 29, 2026
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Dell shares soar 30% as AI server demand, price hikes power stellar quarter
Dell's shares surged 30% on Friday, as the PC maker's blockbuster results showed that its growing focus on AI servers was helping it
May 29, 2026
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Wall St edges higher at open with Mideast deal updates in focus
Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Friday, after closing at record highs the previous session, with markets awaiting details on reports that the U.S. and Iran had reached a
May 29, 2026
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U.S. equity funds draw weekly inflows as tech rally lifts sentiment
U.S. equity funds drew inflows in the week to May 27 as a rally in AI-linked technology stocks lifted sentiment, though concerns surrounding the U.S.-Iran peace negotiations kept
May 29, 2026
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GM-LG battery company delays return of laid-off workers to Ohio plant
A battery plant partly owned by General Motors is delaying the return of hundreds of workers in northeast Ohio amid continued weak demand for electric cars.
May 29, 2026
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Unrealised losses at US private credit lenders deepen
Unrealised losses at U.S. private credit lenders deepened in the first quarter to their worst level since 2022, while the amount of interest income they
May 29, 2026
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US travel group warns closing Newark airport to international travel could cost $8 billion annually
A group representing the U.S. travel industry said Friday that removing immigration officials from Newark airport would cause "immediate and lasting
May 29, 2026
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European Union unlocks billions in funding for Hungary after rapid reforms by new leader Magyar
Officials say the European Union will unlock 16.4 billion euros or around $19 billion in funds for Hungary after recently elected Prime Minister Péter Magyar enacted rapid reforms
May 29, 2026
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In China, AMD CEO Lisa Su is understated while Nvidia's Huang is more razzmatazz
When AMD CEO Lisa Su
May 29, 2026
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Jobs report on tap for soaring US stocks as rate path, bond yields eyed as risks
Investors will turn to an important labor market update next week as they weigh whether simmering inflation and the potential for interest rate hikes
May 29, 2026
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Colombians head to the polls with peace efforts, economy on agenda
Colombians are set to vote on Sunday in what is likely the first round of a presidential election, amid deep polarization between those seeking
May 29, 2026
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German inflation eases in May, even as core inflation rises
German inflation slowed in May due to lower energy prices, and while core inflation accelerated, analysts said that was likely not evidence that cost
May 29, 2026
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Top euro zone countries see Iran inflation fallout broaden in May
Inflation in the euro zone's four largest economies hovered above the European Central Bank's 2% target for a third straight month in May, preliminary data showed on
May 29, 2026
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TSX futures rise as US-Iran deal boosts sentiment ahead of GDP data release
Futures tracking Canada's blue-chip stocks rose on Friday as a deal to extend the U.S.-Iran ceasefire renewed hopes for an end to the Middle East conflict, while investors also
May 29, 2026
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US consulate builder in Milan hit by court action over abuse allegations
Prosecutors have placed the Italian branch of U.S. construction giant Caddell Construction under investigation over alleged worker exploitation at the site
May 29, 2026
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Dollar set for second weekly loss amid U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal
The dollar fell against other major currencies on Friday and was on track for its second consecutive week of losses after the U.S. and Iran reportedly
May 29, 2026
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Record-breaking heat and dry spring leave parts of England without water
Thousands of households in southeast England were left without water or facing low pressure during a record-breaking heatwave
May 29, 2026
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Brazil's economy rebounds in early 2026, clouding rate cut outlook
Brazil's economy rebounded in the first three months of 2026, supported by household consumption and stronger investment, against a backdrop of a tight
May 29, 2026
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Rising exports lower US goods trade deficit in April
The U.S. trade deficit in goods contracted more than expected in April as a surge in exports blunted rising imports, but economists cautioned the trend
May 29, 2026
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Global equity funds draw weekly inflows as AI rally boosts sentiment
Global investors returned to equity funds in the week to May 27 after a week of outflows, as a rally in AI-linked stocks revived demand, though caution over U.S.-Iran peace
May 29, 2026
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Canada enters surprise technical recession amid tariff uncertainty
Canada's economy posted a surprise contraction in the first quarter versus the year before, making it two straight quarters of annualized decline - which
May 29, 2026
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Bessent argues US was 'asleep' on economic security, Trump policies waking it up
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Fed's Bowman says extended energy shock could drive shift in policy outlook
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May 29, 2026
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Vietnam's To Lam warns of three global crises, sets out solutions
The world is beset with multiple risks and uncertainty that countries must confront squarely, To
May 29, 2026
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Pakistan foreign minister set to discuss Iran with Rubio in Washington
Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Washington on Friday for talks with U.S.
May 29, 2026
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Colorado voted to end forced prison labor in 2018 – so why are incarcerated people in the state still working for less than $2 an hour?
Many jails and prisons are dependent on incarcerated labor to keep costs low.
May 29, 2026
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When ICE ramped up enforcement, US-born workers didn’t see any economic gains
Contrary to the belief that an immigration crackdown would lead to more jobs for US-born workers, ICE enforcement hasn’t produced economic gains for Americans.
May 29, 2026
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A rare bipartisan housing victory faces a bigger problem – Americans still can’t afford housing
If signed into law, the legislation would be the first major housing bill to pass in decades.
May 29, 2026
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Bessent: Nothing 'untoward' about Trump's face on a $250 bill
During a White House press briefing, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was pressed by CNN’s Kaitlan Collins on the Bureau of Engraving and Printing making plans to potentially print a commemorative $250 bill with an image of President Donald Trump. Bessent said they were preparing in case Congress passed legislation that calls for the Trump bill.
May 29, 2026
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Hungary's PM says he will conclude political deal on EU funds with von der Leyen
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar said on Friday he would conclude a political agreement on the release of frozen European Union funds at a meeting with European
May 29, 2026
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Taiwan's MediaTek says it supports both TSMC and Intel's advanced packaging technologies
Taiwan chip designer MediaTek said on Friday it supports both TSMC's and Intel's advanced packaging technologies, allowing customers to choose between the two
May 29, 2026
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Rule changes may only yield modest Fed balance sheet contraction
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May 29, 2026
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European shares secure monthly gains on Middle East peace hopes
European shares edged higher on Friday, wrapping up the month with gains as investors clung to hopes that a proposed deal to extend a Middle
May 29, 2026
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Nigeria's Tinubu says reforms stabilising economy despite hardship
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said on Friday his economic reforms stabilised the country and revived investor confidence, despite a steep cost-of-
May 29, 2026
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Japan spent $73 billion in yen-buying intervention, ministry data shows
Japanese authorities spent 11.7 trillion yen ($73.5 billion) intervening in foreign exchange markets over the past month to support the yen, but with only
May 29, 2026
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New Zealand aiming for steady rises in defence spending, minister says
New Zealand is aiming for "smooth and steady" rises in defence expenditure to meet its target of spending 2% of GDP on the military within 8 years, its new
May 29, 2026
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European Commission vows tougher action on trade with China
The EU's trade and investment relationship with China is "not sustainable", the European Commission said on Friday, vowing a stronger response as
May 29, 2026
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Nomura seeks US fund management acquisitions as part of global expansion
Japan's Nomura Holdings is looking for acquisition targets for its investment management business in the U.S. to build on last year's $1.8 billion buyout of
May 29, 2026
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Fed's Schmid warns against viewing oil shock as transitory
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May 29, 2026
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Everything Mike Dolan and the ROI team are excited to read, watch and listen to over the weekend. From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers!
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Bank of England's Bailey signals no need to move quickly to curb inflation jump
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said on Friday that allowing inflation to run above the central bank's 2% target is justified given the uncertainty about the impact of the
May 29, 2026
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Italy first quarter growth revised up as exports shine
Italy's economy grew by 0.3% in the first quarter from the previous three months, boosted by strong exports, national statistics bureau ISTAT said on Friday, revising up a
May 29, 2026
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Iran promises ‘utter ruin’ if war restarts. Here’s what could happen if diplomacy fails
Iran promises ‘utter ruin’ if war restarts. Here’s what could happen if diplomacy fails
May 29, 2026
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How do US arms sales to Taiwan work and why are they such a sore point for China?
How do US arms sales to Taiwan work and why are they such a sore point for China?
May 29, 2026
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Mullin plan to punish sanctuary jurisdictions by targeting their airports faces fierce headwinds
Mullin plan to punish sanctuary jurisdictions by targeting their airports faces fierce headwinds
May 29, 2026
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Global bonds take wild ride in May as Iran war shocks market
The Iran war rocked global bond markets again in May, sending yields to multi-decade highs as traders priced in central bank rate hikes
May 29, 2026
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OpenAI gives Japan banks access to latest model, Japan's finance minister says
OpenAI has given some Japanese financial institutions access to its GPT-5.5 model to help prevent cyberattacks, Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama
May 29, 2026
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ECB will act to head off persistent inflation, Panetta says
The European Central Bank will act in a "timely and measured manner" to prevent the current energy shock from turning into persistent inflation, governing council member Fabio
May 29, 2026