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Trump Blasts Supreme Court Over Tariff Ruling

Felipe Cardona February 21, 2026

President Donald Trump sharply criticized the Supreme Court after it struck down a cornerstone of his tariff policy, marking a dramatic turn in his relationship with several conservative justices he once praised. The decision invalidated broad trade duties imposed during the early days of his second term, dealing a significant

Oil Prices at Risk as US Weighs Iran Strike

Felipe Cardona February 20, 2026

President Donald Trump is weighing whether the United States should launch a military strike against Iran, a nation that holds the world’s third-largest proven oil reserves and oversees one of the most strategically critical maritime corridors for energy shipments. The mere possibility of military escalation has already rattled global markets,

Amazon Overtakes Walmart in Global Sales

Felipe Cardona February 19, 2026

Amazon has officially surpassed Walmart to become the world’s largest company by annual sales, marking a historic shift in a rivalry that has defined modern retail for more than a decade. The milestone underscores how digital infrastructure and cloud computing are reshaping the balance of power between traditional brick-and-mortar giants

Boomcession Explained: Why Growth Feels Uneven

Felipe Cardona February 18, 2026

The U.S. economy continues to post numbers that signal strength, yet public confidence remains stubbornly low. This contradiction is increasingly described as the “boomcession,” a term that blends economic expansion with recession-like anxiety. On paper, indicators such as GDP growth show momentum, consumer spending has remained resilient, and markets continue

Delhi AI Summit Tests Global Power and Safety

Felipe Cardona February 17, 2026

Global attention has turned to New Delhi as political leaders, technology executives, researchers, and civil society groups gather for the AI Impact Summit, an event intended to shape how artificial intelligence is governed in the years ahead. From the outset, however, the ambition of steering the AI revolution has competed

Wall Street Lessons From a 50-Year Market Veteran

Felipe Cardona February 16, 2026

Howard Silverblatt’s career on Wall Street spans an era few professionals ever witness in full. When he began his work in 1977, the S&P 500 stood below 100 points, and stock data was processed by hand and shared at a far slower pace. By the time he retired, the index

Assumable Mortgages Surge in 2026 as Buyers Hunt Sub-3% Home Loans

SMGN Publishing February 15, 2026

Assumable mortgages gain attention amid high interest rates As mortgage rates remain elevated in 2026, a growing number of homebuyers are exploring a lesser-known financing strategy that could dramatically reduce borrowing costs: assumable mortgages. These loans allow buyers to take over an existing mortgage from a seller, including the original

AI Risk Looms Over Corporate Credit Markets

Felipe Cardona February 13, 2026

Financial markets have begun to reassess the consequences of artificial intelligence at a much deeper level. While equity investors initially focused on which technology companies might benefit from the AI boom, attention is now shifting toward corporate credit. Analysts warn that lenders may soon face growing stress as companies struggle

Tariff Bond Shortfall Hits Record $3.5 Billion

Felipe Cardona February 12, 2026

A record number of U.S. importers are struggling to meet federal financial guarantee requirements tied to tariff payments, leading to an unprecedented $3.5 billion shortfall in customs bond coverage. The surge reflects the mounting impact of tariff policies that have sharply increased duty obligations for companies shipping goods into the

U.S. Job Growth Beats Expectations in January

Felipe Cardona February 11, 2026

U.S. hiring showed unexpected momentum at the start of the year, even as newly revised data painted a far softer picture of labor market conditions in 2025. Employers added 130,000 jobs in January, beating forecasts and offering a brief sign of resilience after a year marked by slowing employment gains.

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How the 1994 FIFA World Cup Transformed Soccer in the United States

Sarah Olivella May 9, 2026

A niche sport that found its defining moment For decades, soccer was widely considered a marginal sport in the United States, overshadowed by American football, baseball, and basketball. That perception began to shift dramatically with the arrival of the 1994 FIFA World Cup. The tournament opened with a powerful signal

U.S. Industry and Diplomatic Leaders Strengthen Strategic Alliance at CEA General Assembly in Bogotá

Sarah Olivella May 9, 2026

High-Level U.S. and Colombian Leaders Convene to Economic Cooperation BOGOTÁ, Colombia — April 29, 2026 — In a significant demonstration of strengthening economic and industrial ties between the United States and Colombia, leading executives, diplomats, and representatives of American enterprise gathered during the General Assembly of the Colombian-American Enterprises Council

Hantavirus Contact Tracing Effort Expands Across Multiple Countries

SMGN Publishing May 9, 2026

Public health officials across several countries are intensifying efforts to track and monitor passengers connected to a suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Honius cruise ship. This follows after dozens of travelers dispersed internationally before the illness was identified. In light of this situation, hantavirus contact tracing has become a