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Macro stories that shape growth, inflation, labor markets, household spending, public budgets, and investor expectations.

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Economy

May 20, 2026

Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa Prepares to Unveil Turnaround Plan Amidst Stock Pressure

Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa is set to unveil a turnaround plan on Thursday to address the automaker's stock pressure and drive profitability.

Economy

May 20, 2026

California Business Owners Struggle Amid Soaring Costs and Regulations

California entrepreneurs face a "vicious cycle" of soaring costs, record gas prices, and stringent regulations, forcing them to operate on razor-thin margins and "work...

Economy

May 20, 2026

Middle East Conflict Fuels Elevated Oil Prices and Treasury Yields

The Middle East conflict is the dominant market driver, pushing oil prices above $100/barrel and U.S. Treasury yields to their highest levels since 2007.

Economy

May 20, 2026

Sarah Ferguson’s Associate Accused of Using Royal Ties to Threaten Former Employee

Manuel Fernandez, an associate of Sarah Ferguson, allegedly threatened a former employee of his failed app vVoosh with jail time, using royal connections as...

Economy

May 20, 2026

Market Anomaly in May 2026: Supply Disruptions Fail to Impact Equity Markets

In May 2026, global supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have not triggered expected oil price surges or equity market corrections.

Economy

May 20, 2026

TV Presenter Ruth Dodsworth Details Financial Control by Abusive Ex-Husband

TV presenter Ruth Dodsworth details how her abusive ex-husband, Jonathan Wignall, subjected her to severe financial control, leaving her penniless and with unknown debts...

Economy

May 20, 2026