Michelle Davenport Business Editor

Blue Owl Capital has capped investor withdrawals at 5% for two of its private credit funds after receiving redemption requests totaling $4.7 billion during the first quarter of 2026. The firm attributed the heightened exit demand to investor anxiety regarding software sector exposure and potential artificial intelligence-driven market disruptions. Redemption Requests and Capital Constraints Investors … Read more

U.S. stock futures traded lower Thursday, July 2, 2026, as investors braced for the release of the June employment report. Major indices faltered following Wednesday’s losses, while semiconductor stocks continued to decline amid concerns over artificial intelligence computing efficiency and potential shifts in market leadership heading into the second half of the year. Market Sentiment … Read more

“CNBC reports Micron Technology shares fell to $1,023.65 on Monday, down 18% from a 52-week high, amid mixed reactions in the options market despite record earnings. The stock’s decline followed a post-earnings rally that had lifted it to $1,145 on June 29, according to The Motley Fool.” ### Options Trading Dynamics: Bulls and Bears at … Read more

Retailers have launched widespread Fourth of July sales, offering deep discounts on electronics, kitchen appliances, and summer essentials. Major platforms including Amazon, Target, and specialty retailers are featuring deals under $50, such as Anker audio gear and Logitech peripherals, while high-end home goods like Ninja grills and Le Creuset cookware see significant price cuts. Tech … Read more

US stocks rose Tuesday, June 30, 2026, as the Dow Jones Industrial Average hit a fresh record and the S&P 500 capped its best quarter since 2020. According to Yahoo Finance, the rally was driven by a massive surge in chip stocks and a Supreme Court ruling protecting Federal Reserve independence. Chip Stocks Drive Record … Read more

Donald Trump assumed office as the 47th president of the United States on January 20, 2025. A member of the Republican Party and the former 45th president from 2017 to 2021, Trump is now only the second person in U.S. history to win non-consecutive terms, according to Fox News and Wikipedia. The ‘Liberation Day’ Trade … Read more

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The S&P 500 is on track for its best quarterly performance in six years, with tech stocks driving a broad market rebound as geopolitical tensions ease and AI investment momentum continues, according to multiple reports. Tech Stocks Drive Market Momentum The Magnificent Seven—comprising Apple, Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft, Nvidia, Meta, and Tesla—led the charge, with the … Read more