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‘He’s jumping in all the way’: A Trump financial regulator backs prediction markets in their clash against states - Politico
business 2026/02/18 10:00:00

‘He’s jumping in all the way’: A Trump financial regulator backs prediction markets in their clash against states - Politico

CFTC Chair Michael Selig is going on the offensive to defend his agency’s authority in a dispute that could shape the future of sports betting.

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Apple Decouples From Nasdaq as AI ‘Whack-a-Mole’ Grips Market - Bloomberg.com
business 2026/02/18 09:39:25

Apple Decouples From Nasdaq as AI ‘Whack-a-Mole’ Grips Market - Bloomberg.com

It’s been nearly 20 years since Apple Inc. was this untethered from its tech peers, giving investors an appealing alternative to the artificial intelligence-fueled volatility that has gripped most other corners of the stock market in recent weeks.

Bloomberg
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Lower food and fuel prices drive inflation down to 3% - BBC
business 2026/02/18 09:16:19

Lower food and fuel prices drive inflation down to 3% - BBC

The rate at which prices are rising is slowing down, which could lead to lower interest rates.

BBC News
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Nvidia, Arm Stocks Rise Following Meta Deal - The Wall Street Journal
business 2026/02/18 08:36:00

Nvidia, Arm Stocks Rise Following Meta Deal - The Wall Street Journal

Meta Platforms struck a deal with Nvidia to buy tens of billions of dollars’ worth of chips and other hardware for its artificial-intelligence needs.The social-media company plans to use millions of Nvidia’s Blackwell and Rubin graphics-processing units and a…

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Inside Ford's effort to make EVs more affordable - Axios
business 2026/02/18 08:34:51

Inside Ford's effort to make EVs more affordable - Axios

After a $19.5 billion reset, Ford is betting buyers will choose a well-equipped battery-powered car — if the price is right.

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Trump lauds Japan’s pledge to invest $36 billion in U.S. oil, gas and critical mineral projects - CNBC
business 2026/02/18 08:18:37

Trump lauds Japan’s pledge to invest $36 billion in U.S. oil, gas and critical mineral projects - CNBC

The commitment represents the first tranche of investments by Japan following a landmark trade deal between the two countries.

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