US stocks slide as the Federal Reserve kicks off its Jackson Hole Symposium, with investors awaiting Chair Jerome Powell’s speech on interest rates. Walmart (WMT) posts its first earnings miss in three years, citing one-time costs, but raises full-year guidance. Tech stocks retreat in a sharp rotation: Palantir (PLTR) tumbles more than 15% from last week’s highs as retail traders buy the dip, while Nvidia (NVDA) gains fresh price target boosts from UBS and Wedbush ahead of next week’s results. Meanwhile, the US and EU finalized trade deal details, Boeing (⁠BA⁠) explored a 500-jet sale to China, and Dayforce (⁠DAY⁠) confirmed a $12.3B buyout by Thoma Bravo. Takeaways: Fed’s Jackson Hole meeting begins with Powell’s speech in focus Walmart earnings miss, drags stock despite higher guidance Palantir plunges as tech sell-off deepens; Nvidia outlook in spotlight Boeing in China jet talks, Dayforce in $12.3B Thoma Bravo deal Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US markets were steady after Tuesday’s tech sell-off that saw Palantir (PLTR) drop 10%, Nvidia (NVDA) and AMD (AMD) tumble, and Broadcom (AVGO) slip. Investors brace for Nvidia earnings next week, with questions over China exposure. Target (TGT) names COO Michael Fiddelke as new CEO, replacing Brian Cornell, sending stock down more than 10% as Wall Street had hoped for an outsider. Lowe’s (LOW) rises after reporting earnings and announcing an acquisition of Foundation Building Materials. Meanwhile, reports suggest the US government may take non-voting equity stakes in chipmakers including Intel (INTC), TSMC (TSM), Samsung (005930.KS), and Micron (MU) through the CHIPS Act. TJX (TJX) surges on strong guidance, Estee Lauder (EL) slides on tariffs and weak outlook, and Dayforce (DAY) confirms buyout talks with Thoma Bravo. Takeaways: Tech pullback pressures Palantir, Nvidia, AMD, and Broadcom Target stock sinks as insider Fiddelke named CEO, Lowe’s gains on deal and results The US may take equity stakes in Intel, TSMC, Samsung, and Micron under the CHIPS Act TJX rallies, Estee Lauder slumps, Dayforce in $11.2B buyout talks Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US markets pause near record levels as investors await Fed Chair Powell’s Jackson Hole speech, with traders betting on a September rate cut. Home Depot (HD) rises after July trends improve, offsetting an earnings miss. SoftBank invests $2B in Intel (INTC), while Nvidia (NVDA) develops a new AI chip for China to work around export restrictions. Takeaways: Stocks hover near record highs as Fed policy signals remain in focus Home Depot gains despite weaker results, buoyed by small project demand SoftBank bets $2B on Intel turnaround, boosting semiconductor sentiment Nvidia working on China-specific AI chip amid US export curbs Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stock futures hover near record highs ahead of Fed Chair Powell’s final Jackson Hole speech, with investors betting on a September rate cut. Retail earnings from Walmart (WMT), Target (TGT), and Lowe’s (LOW) are in focus, while Novo Nordisk (NVO) surges on expanded drug approval. Soho House (MCG) also announces a $2.7B go-private deal. Takeaways: Powell’s last Jackson Hole speech could set the stage for a September rate cut Markets remain resilient with tech and Q2 earnings fueling record highs Walmart, Target, and Lowe’s headline a big week for retail earnings Novo Nordisk gains FDA approval for Wegovy in liver disease, boosting stock Soho House to go private in $2.7B deal with Ashton Kutcher joining the board Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stock futures fell after July’s Producer Price Index showed the sharpest wholesale inflation jump in three years, driven by higher service costs. The data complicates Fed rate-cut expectations as markets still price in a September move. Bitcoin touched $124K before slipping, while ethereum and Solana also traded near records on growing institutional adoption. Earnings movers included Deere (DE), which went down after cutting its outlook, Tapestry (TPR) on tariff-hit profit guidance, and Birkenstock (BIRK) on strong pricing power. Takeaways: PPI data fuels inflation concerns, clouds Fed’s September path Crypto rally pauses after bitcoin’s record high Deere, Tapestry, Birkenstock in focus on earnings and tariff impacts Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stock futures edge higher as investors bet on a September Fed rate cut following July CPI data. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calls for a 50-basis-point move, though economists remain split. CoreWeave stock slid on weak guidance tied to AI data center buildouts. Mediterranean chain Cava (CAVA) sinks after cutting sales growth outlook for the first time since going public. Crypto exchange Bullish (BLSH) raises $1.1 billion in its NYSE debut, backed by Tom Farley, Peter Thiel, and BlackRock. Trending tickers include Tencent (TCEHY), Brinker International (EAT), and several airline stocks after airfare prices rose for the first time in six months. Takeaways: Markets price in >90% chance of September Fed rate cut Kava slashes sales outlook, stock sinks over 20% Bullish IPO surges onto NYSE with $1.1B raise Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stock futures dip after July CPI is hotter than expected, with core inflation hitting 3.1% year-over-year. Markets now see a higher risk that the Fed will cut rates sooner under pressure from the White House. President Trump removes Intel (INTC) CEO Lip-Bu Tan from his AI advisory role, fueling speculation about leadership changes at the chipmaker. Treasury yields climb, gold steadies, and oil rises on supply concerns. Coinbase (COIN) jumps as crypto market cap tops $4.2 trillion, while Target (TGT) warns on tariffs ahead of earnings. Rivian (RIVN) and Roblox (RBLX) are also trending. Takeaways: CPI hotter than expected, reigniting Fed rate cut timing debate Trump removes Intel CEO from AI advisory role; market eyes company’s next steps Crypto rallies, oil gains, Target warns on tariff impact ahead of earnings Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stock futures tick higher ahead of July CPI data, expected to show core inflation rising to 3%. Markets hover near records, with the Nasdaq at a fresh high. Nvidia (NVDA) and AMD (AMD) reportedly agree to give the US 15% of China chip sales revenue in exchange for export licenses. Intel (INTC) CEO Lip-Bu Tan is set to meet with President Trump after calls for his removal over China ties. Citi raises its S&P 500 year-end target to 6,600, citing tax cut offsets to tariffs. Cava (⁠CAVA⁠) and On Holding (⁠ONON⁠) earnings are on deck, along with key IPOs CoreWeave and Circle. Paramount (PARA), Tesla (TSLA), and Coinbase (COIN) are trending. Takeaways: CPI data expected to tick up; Fed watching tariff impact on inflation Nvidia, AMD to give US share of China chip sales for export clearance Intel CEO meets Trump; Cava, On Holding earnings in focus; IPOs CoreWeave, Circle loom Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stock futures point to gains, with the Nasdaq set for a new record despite fresh tariff headlines. Bank of America says investors pull billions from equities into cash, signaling caution. Gold prices hit a record after surprise US tariffs on Swiss bullion raised fears of global supply disruptions. President Trump will nominate top economic adviser Steven Myron to temporarily fill a vacant Federal Reserve board seat, a move seen as dovish and potentially crypto-friendly. Under Armour (UAA) plunges on weak guidance, Tesla (TSLA) disbands its Dojo AI supercomputer team, and Wendy’s (WEN) cuts its profit outlook. Takeaways: Nasdaq set to open at record; gold surges on surprise Swiss bullion tariffs Trump taps Steven Myron for Fed seat; markets view pick as dovish, crypto-positive Under Armour sinks, Tesla restructures AI team, Wendy’s profit guidance falls Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Intel (INTC) slides as President Trump calls for its CEO’s resignation over China ties, raising questions about US chip policy and future government subsidies. New US tariffs take effect, lifting the average rate to 15.2%—the highest since WWII. Apple (AAPL) secures tariff exemptions after pledging $100B in new US investments. Despite trade headwinds, stocks edge higher as S&P 500 earnings beat the top 80%. Disney (DIS), Duolingo (DUOL), Fortinet (FTNT), and Celsius (CELH) are among today’s notable movers. Takeaways: Intel CEO under pressure as Trump targets China ties, chip policy US tariffs hit their highest level since WWII, and global trade partners respond Stocks climb on strong earnings; Apple wins tariff break, Disney beats, Duolingo soars Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stocks are mixed as investors weigh weaker economic data, Trump’s tariff threats, and the latest corporate earnings. Despite upbeat guidance, AMD (⁠AMD⁠) slips after saying its return to China is uncertain. Disney (DIS) beats estimates and strikes major NFL and WWE deals but trades lower on muted guidance. President Trump will soon appoint a new Fed governor as investors watch for clues on monetary policy. Apple (AAPL) pledges $100 billion in new US investment to sidestep tariffs. Novo Nordisk (NVO), Super Micro (SMCI), and Shopify (SHOP) are among today’s trending tickers. Takeaways: Stocks mixed as economic and tariff worries linger, Fed shake-up in focus AMD falls on China uncertainty, Disney beats on earnings but slips on outlook Disney strikes NFL and WWE deals, Apple commits $100B to US production Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stocks rebound as hopes for September Fed rate cuts and strong corporate earnings lift sentiment. President Trump says he’ll ramp up India tariffs and is set to announce new pharma and chip tariffs. Palantir (PLTR) jumps after posting 48% revenue growth, fueling optimism for the AI trade. AMD (AMD) earnings are on deck. Caterpillar (CAT) warns of $1.5B in annual tariff costs, while consumer giants and Marriott (MAR) flag softer US growth. After recent exits, Trump is set to name new Fed and BLS chiefs, with investors eyeing Fed independence as a key issue. Takeaways: Stocks rebound on Fed rate cut hopes, strong AI and tech earnings Trump targets India, pharma, and chip tariffs; Fed leadership shake-up nears Palantir surges on blowout results; Caterpillar, Marriott warn on tariffs, US demand Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stocks bounce after last week’s sell-off sparked by weak jobs data and President Trump’s new tariffs. Investors now see an 87% chance of a Fed rate cut in September. Trump says he’ll soon name new leaders for the Federal Reserve and Bureau of Labor Statistics after firing the BLS chief and Fed Governor Kugler’s resignation. Tesla (TSLA) shareholders approve a $30B pay package for Elon Musk, while Harley-Davidson (HOG) names a new CEO and Boeing (BA) workers strike. Earnings optimism holds up the market, but August volatility is expected. Takeaways: Stocks rebound as traders bet on September Fed rate cut Trump to appoint new Fed governor, BLS head after surprise exits Tesla OKs Musk’s $30B pay deal; Harley names new CEO; Boeing faces strike Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stocks slide as July’s jobs report comes in far below expectations and May/June job gains are sharply revised down. Unemployment ticks up to 4.2%. President Trump unveils sweeping new tariffs—Canada faces a 35% rate, Switzerland 39%, and more are on the way for key sectors. The moves raise average global tariffs to 18%. Amazon (AMZN) slumps after a disappointing forecast and cloud growth worries, while Apple (AAPL) jumps on strong China iPhone demand despite $800 million in quarterly tariff costs. Figma’s IPO surges, as well as those of Coinbase (⁠COIN⁠), Exxon (⁠XOM⁠), Chevron (⁠CVX⁠), and Moderna (⁠MRNA⁠), are trending. Takeaways: July jobs report disappoints, prior months revised sharply lower Trump slaps new tariffs on dozens of countries, more coming for key sectors Amazon drops on weak outlook; Apple rallies on China growth, Figma’s IPO soars Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stocks jump as Microsoft (MSFT) and Meta (META) deliver blowout earnings, powering the Nasdaq and S&P 500 to new highs. Microsoft is nearing a $4 trillion market cap after Azure sales soar 39%. Meta raises its outlook and signals more massive AI spending. The Fed keeps rates steady for a fifth straight meeting, with Chair Powell sounding cautious on September cuts as inflation ticks up. Meanwhile, investors are shrugging off tariff fears as the US strikes more trade deals at lower rates than first feared. Apple (AAPL) and Amazon (AMZN) report after the bell. Takeaways: Microsoft, Meta earnings crush expectations, drive tech rally Fed holds steady; September rate cut odds drop as inflation rises Tariff risks ease as more trade deals settle at lower rates Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stocks trade flat as investors await the Fed’s latest decision, with rates expected to remain unchanged for a fifth straight meeting. Second quarter GDP beats forecasts at 3%, while ADP payroll data shows hiring remains solid but is slowing. Market focus is on Meta (META) and Microsoft (MSFT) earnings after the bell, with AI spending and guidance under the microscope. Investors look for clues on whether Big Tech’s rally can continue and watch for signs of market risk as valuations stretch. Humana (HUM), Seagate (STX), and Palo Alto Networks (PANW) are trending. Takeaways: Fed expected to hold rates steady, signals caution on cuts US GDP grows 3% in Q2; ADP payrolls steady but cooling Meta and Microsoft earnings in focus as AI trade leads the market Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stocks keep climbing, notching a sixth straight record close as investors focus on a wave of significant earnings, US-China trade talks, and the start of the Fed’s July meeting. Union Pacific (UNP) acquires Norfolk Southern (NSC) in an $85B deal, creating a transcontinental rail giant. Procter & Gamble (PG) warns of a $1B tariff hit and plans price hikes, while Boeing (BA) shows signs of a turnaround. UnitedHealth (UNH), Novo Nordisk (NVO), Baker Hughes (BKR), UPS (UPS), and SoFi (SOFI) are also in focus as more companies cite tariff impacts. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq continue their record streaks, but analysts debate whether markets are getting frothy. Takeaways: S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new highs; Fed expected to hold rates steady Tariffs pressure earnings: P&G, Stanley Black & Decker, Whirlpool warn of hits Union Pacific buys Norfolk Southern in historic $85B rail merger Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stocks rise as the US and EU reach a significant trade deal: the EU accepts a 15% tariff on most exports to the US and will lower levies on key American products. The agreement includes a $750 billion EU energy purchase and $600 billion in US investments, boosting US defense stocks. Investors are watching a massive week for tech earnings with Apple (AAPL), Amazon (AMZN), Meta (META), and Microsoft (MSFT) all reporting. The Fed is widely expected to hold rates steady this week, while Tesla (TSLA) inks a $16.5B chip supply deal with Samsung (005930.KS). Cheniere (LNG), Galaxy Digital (BRPHF), and Heineken (HEIA.AS) are trending. Takeaways: US and EU agree to trade deal, energy and defense stocks surge Apple, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft headline a massive week for earnings Tesla signs $16.5B chip deal with Samsung to power self-driving push Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stocks hold steady after the S&P 500 closes at its 10th record high in 19 sessions, though some warn of a bubble amid rising retail trading. President Trump and Fed Chair Powell tour the Fed’s renovation site, downplaying any rift as Trump again calls for rate cuts. Intel (INTC) falls after the CEO signals more cost-cutting and cancels factory projects. Paramount (PARA) and Skydance win FCC approval for their merger, while Centene (CNC), Sunnova (NOVA), and Deckers (DECK) are trending tickers. Crypto treasuries and balance sheet strategies also make headlines. Takeaways: S&P 500 extends record run, but bubble warnings grow louder Trump and Powell downplay tensions; Fed rate cut hopes linger Intel stock tumbles on cost-cutting, factory delays; Paramount, Skydance merger clears FCC Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

US stocks are mixed as Alphabet (GOOGL) jumps on strong AI-fueled earnings and an $85 billion capital expenditures plan, while Tesla (TSLA) slumps after warning of a tough road ahead and slower EV sales. President Trump says reciprocal tariffs won’t fall below 15% and could go as high as 50% for some countries. Chipotle (CMG), UnitedHealth (UNH), and Dow (DOW) are also in focus, with UnitedHealth confirming a DOJ probe and Dow cutting its dividend. Takeaways: Alphabet surges on AI growth, $85B spending plan Tesla warns of rough quarters ahead as sales slow Trump signals 15-50% tariffs as August deadline nears Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices