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Apr 23 2026FINANCE

Nasdaq Hits New Peak as Leaders Calm Market Jitters

Yesterday, US stock markets wobbled when worries about the Iran ceasefire flared up again. Investors also felt uneasy after a policymaker suggested interest rates might rise faster than expected. This tension caused benchmarks like the Dow Jones and S&P 500 to slip. Just as prices began to slide, a

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Apr 23 2026FINANCE

Michigan Offers Extra Time for Tax Filings After Storms

After heavy storms hit parts of Michigan, the state is giving some residents and businesses more time to handle their taxes. People in 33 counties can ask for extra time to file and pay taxes due by April 30, like income or sales tax. But they have to ask for this help—it doesn’t happen automaticall

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Seagate Shares Surge: What’s Behind the Record‑High Prices?

Recent moves by financial experts have pushed Seagate Technology’s stock toward new record highs. A leading analyst upgraded the rating and increased the target price, signaling growing confidence in the company’s future. Other analysts followed suit, lifting their own targets and keeping positive r

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Dell Shares Surge: What Comes Next?

The tech giant Dell Technologies has been climbing the stock market ladder, hitting new peaks that have traders buzzing. Over the past year, its shares have jumped almost 160%, and analysts keep a strong “Buy” stance. A recent scan of market data flagged Dell as one of the top performers, thanks to

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Fed’s Future: Why Some Say the Dot Plot Should Go

Kevin Warsh, a former Fed official, has sparked debate by saying the central bank should stop using forward guidance and its famous dot plot chart. The dot plot shows where each Fed governor expects short‑term interest rates to go, and investors use it to judge company valuations. Warsh argues that

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Texas Exchange Plans First Company Listings in 2027

The Texas Stock Exchange, a new player on the trading scene, has set its sights on launching initial public offerings during early 2027. The goal is to capture business that has traditionally gone to larger venues such as Nasdaq and the New York Stock Exchange. The exchange will start trading thi

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Smart Money Watching BlackSky as Stock Nears Yearly Peak

BlackSky’s shares are closing in on their highest point in a year, sitting just below $40. 62. That’s interesting because most stocks tend to pull back when the market is shaky. But here, the price is holding strong near the top instead of falling. This often means big investors are quietly buying u

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

South Korea’s Stock Market Hits New Peak as Tech Shines

South Korea’s main stock index just crossed a major milestone, closing at 6, 388 points—a record high. The jump came mostly from tech stocks, especially chipmakers, which defied worries about Middle East tensions and rising oil prices. The market’s total value now sits at over $3. 5 trillion, beatin

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Sports betting apps: fun for some, risky for others

A billionaire who made his money betting on markets now warns that sports prediction apps can hook young men fast. These platforms let users place bets in seconds through their phones, often linking directly to bank accounts. Unlike older gambling styles, there’s no waiting in line or handing over c

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Could a Crypto Bill Ride Out This Year’s Senate Gridlock?

The plan to give crypto markets clear rules is stuck in a calendar crunch. Lawmakers won’t push it through before summer recess, but a May Senate hearing keeps hope alive—for now. Earlier deadlines have slipped as Republican Senator Thom Tillis works out kinks with bankers worried about ‘yield-like’

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