Analysis & Explainers

Longer reads on stocks, crypto and markets - the context behind the headlines.

Markets

Oura Files for IPO as Americans Embrace Health Wearables

September 4, 2026

Oura, known for its smart rings, has filed for an IPO, capitalizing on Americans' growing interest in tracking sleep, steps, and heart rate.

Markets

August Jobs Report Expected to Show 53,000 Gain, Labor Market Subdued

September 4, 2026

August nonfarm payrolls are expected to rise by 53,000, a subdued labor market that keeps Fed attention on inflation.

Economy

IRS Staff Cuts Linked to Drop in Tax Collections, Report Finds

September 3, 2026

An Inspector General report shows IRS enforcement collections fell after auditing staff was slashed last year, raising concerns about unpaid taxes.

Markets

Broadcom's AI-Driven Forecast Lifts Shares Despite Soft Quarterly Revenue Outlook

September 3, 2026

Broadcom's robust fiscal 2028 earnings guidance, powered by AI growth, offsets a soft current-quarter revenue forecast, sending shares higher.

Regulation

SEC Sets Agenda for Sept. 17 Roundtable on 24-Hour Trading Prep

September 2, 2026

SEC announces agenda and panelists for its Sept. 17 roundtable on preparations for 24-hour trading, a step toward extended U.S. market hours.

Regulation

SEC Charges Two Bay Area Executives in Multimillion-Dollar Ponzi-Like Scheme

September 2, 2026

The SEC charged two former executives of a Bay Area private fund with orchestrating a multimillion-dollar Ponzi-like scheme.

Regulation

SEC and FDA Sign MOU to Strengthen Joint Oversight of Public Companies

September 1, 2026

The SEC and FDA announced a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation, aiming to bolster market integrity and investor protection.

Markets

Trump Says U.S. Growth Could Hit 20%, a Level Seen Once Since WWII

September 1, 2026

President Trump says U.S. growth could reach 20%, a level not seen since 1984, and argues the Fed shouldn't raise rates in response.

Personal Finance

How to Shield Long-Term Returns from Inflation, According to History

August 31, 2026

History shows inflation erodes long-term returns, but diversification can help protect wealth. Learn how to apply this to your portfolio.