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Economy

May 14, 2026

Wealthy Donors Could Reap Double Tax Benefit From ‘Trump Accounts’ Stock Donations

The Trump administration is reportedly considering allowing wealthy donors to contribute appreciated stock to "Trump Accounts," a move that could offer a significant double...

Economy

May 14, 2026

Brent Crude Spot Prices Surge Past Futures in April Amid Strait of Hormuz Disruptions

In April, the Dated Brent spot price for crude oil surged to a premium exceeding $25 per barrel over the front-month Brent futures contract.

Economy

May 14, 2026

U.S. Natural Gas Exports to Grow Nearly 30% by 2027 as LNG Facilities Ramp Up

natural gas exports will increase by nearly 30% by the end of 2027, driven by the startup and production ramp-up of five liquefied natural...

Economy

May 14, 2026

U.S. Energy Production Reaches New Record in 2025

The United States achieved a new milestone in energy production in 2025, marking the fourth consecutive year of record-breaking output.

Economy

May 14, 2026

China, United States, and Japan Lead Global Strategic Oil Reserves in 2025

As of December 2025, China, the United States, and Japan collectively held the largest strategic oil inventories globally, according to estimates from the U.

Economy

May 14, 2026

Woman Faces Banking Hurdles Depositing HMRC Cheque in Rural Cornwall

A woman in Cornwall has voiced frustration with Lloyds Banking Group's policies, highlighting the challenges faced by rural communities in accessing essential banking services.

Economy

May 14, 2026

Versant Reports First-Quarter Revenue Dip Amid Shifting Business Mix

Versant Media, the recently spun-off entity from Comcast's NBCUniversal that includes CNBC, has reported its first-quarter financial results as an independent company.

Economy

May 14, 2026

Alaska’s Proved Oil and Gas Reserves Rose in 2024 Amid National Decline

Producers operating in Alaska reported an increase in proved reserves for both crude oil and natural gas in 2024.

Economy

May 14, 2026

Markets Climb Wall of Inflation Worry as AI Rally Shrugs Off the Heat

The upcoming meeting between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping looms as the next major stress test for a market already sprinting from...

Economy

May 14, 2026

New Federal Dietary Guidelines Pose Cost Challenges for School Meal Programs Amid Funding Cuts

school districts are facing increased concerns about the cost of preparing meals under new federal dietary guidelines, a challenge exacerbated by recent cuts to...