Finance

Finance · 15 October 2026

Democrats Blame Trump for Rising Prices as Midterms Heat Up

Helen Pell, Washington desk

Democrats are blaming former President Donald Trump for higher everyday prices, a move that comes as inflation climbs and the midterm battleground expands deeper into Republican‑leaning districts.

Finance · 15 October 2026

Surging Inflation Puts the Brakes on Trump’s ‘Strong Economy’ Pitch

Helen Pell, Washington desk

The final pre‑election inflation report shows price hikes and stagnant wages, undercutting President Trump’s claim of a booming economy as voters head to the polls in 2026.

Finance · 14 October 2026

Fed Extends Regulation O Comment Period to Nov 4, Calls It a ‘Robust’ Exercise in Transparency

Helen Pell, Washington desk

The Federal Reserve Board announced it will keep the comment window for its Regulation O modernization proposal open until November 4. The extension is framed as a chance for more public input, even if the excitement…

Finance · 14 October 2026

Fed’s Robust Approval Parade: Two Banks Get the Green Light

Helen Pell, Washington desk

The Federal Reserve Board announced it has approved the applications of Isabella Bank Corporation and Fleur Capital Corporation, prompting a tongue‑in‑cheek celebration of the regulator’s ‘robust’ decision‑ma…

Finance · 14 October 2026

JPMorgan’s Profits Get a Fed‑Induced Crunch, Goldman Struts Ahead

Helen Pell, Washington desk

In a week of uneven earnings, JPMorgan’s third‑quarter profits were dented by a higher‑rate environment, while Goldman Sachs posted a more robust performance than market expectations.

Finance · 13 October 2026

Chip Stocks Crash After Chinese Rival’s Breakthrough Sends South Korean Indices Sliding

Helen Pell, Washington desk

Chip stocks fell sharply after reports of a breakthrough by a Chinese competitor raised competition worries. South Korean indices led the decline, underscoring how quickly optimism can evaporate when a new player whisper…

Finance · 10 October 2026

Trump Sets Up Committee to Probe Fed Governor Lisa Cook’s Mortgage Dealings

Helen Pell, Washington desk

President Trump announced Friday a new committee to investigate Fed Governor Lisa Cook’s mortgage applications, reviving his effort to oust her after the Supreme Court ruled her prior firing unconstitutional.

Finance · 10 October 2026

Fed Releases 2025 Survey of Consumer Finances, Leaving Coffee Budgets to the Baristas

Helen Pell, Washington desk

The Federal Reserve Board has published the 2025 Survey of Consumer Finances, offering policymakers and the public a detailed look at American families’ economic condition.

Finance · 9 October 2026

Energy Stocks Outshine Tech as Iran Conflict Fuels Winners

Helen Pell, Washington desk

Quarter‑long fund returns were bleak across the board, but a war‑driven surge in energy stocks made them the sole winners while tech funds sputtered.