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Philippine military chief assures no political intervention amid Senate turmoil

The Philippines’ armed forces chief has moved to quell fears of political intervention after a bitter Senate leadership crisis triggered tighter security, stalled military promotions and fuelled concern that partisan groups could exploit “rumblings” inside the ranks. Armed Forces Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner Jnr acknowledged unease among some personnel but told This Week in Asia that the military would remain out of politics. “Political intervention is far from our mandate,” Brawner said

Where to move money for a house purchase that has been delayed.

I've been saving for a down payment on a house but now it does not seem it will happen for at least another 3-4 years. I have all that money in TFLO (Treasury Floating Rate Bond ETF) but I know I'm loosing money because of inflation. I've look at TIP and STIP but I already got burned when the Feds increased interest rates. Also, I've looked at FDHY and it seems like a good choice but it does have some volatility and if I need the money and it drops, I'm screwed. Any type or category of investmen

Analysis: Trump said he loves inflation. Why that should be music to Kevin Warsh's ears

The president said Wednesday he is happy with inflation at 4.2%. That will be welcome news for new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh.

[BBC via Yahoo:] Trump says he 'loves the inflation' as US prices rise at fastest rate in three years

First few sentences: Donald Trump has said he "loves the inflation" facing the US as prices in May rose at their fastest rate in three years. The US president said the "numbers were great" when asked about Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) figures showing prices rose by 4.2% in May from a year earlier. The increase, from 3.8% in April, was largely driven by rising energy costs in the wake of the US Israel war in Iran. Speaking from the White House, Trump said: "I love it. The numbers were great.

The 4.2% inflation rate is a bummer, but the worst might be over

Lower gasoline prices and fading tariff effects are likely to nudge U.S. inflation lower by the end of 2026.

US tightens pressure on Iran with new sanctions and threats of more strikes

The United States ramped up pressure on Iran on Wednesday, with President Donald Trump threatening more strikes and the Treasury Department slapping fresh sanctions on entities that it says “have supported weapons procurement” on behalf of Tehran, including some in China and Hong Kong. “We hit them hard yesterday and we’re going to hit them again hard today,” Trump told reporters at the White House on Wednesday. “We’ll see what happens with the deal. We’re really close to a deal but they keep...

Arbor Realty Trust - Long Position Thesis Initiated - Rate Cut Prospectus

Arbor Realty Trust rightly has been punished over the past 12 months for underperforming assets and delinquent loans on a sizable aspect of their serviceable portfolio. The market has trimmed the company in half, and the company in lock step trimmed their dividend furthering the stock losses. One major puzzle piece is ahead that can create major tailwinds. The new Fed Chair may surprise us in the next 12-18 months, within conservative windows of when Arbor will need to refinance debt. If rate cu

Why are so many new EU investors jumping straight into speculation, heavy leverage and Etoro CFDs instead of just buying and holding long-term?

I've been chatting with a bunch of friends and acquaintances lately who are just getting into investing, and it's honestly blowing my mind how many of them are going straight for the high-risk stuff. Like, not even dipping a toe in with some boring index funds or a simple long-term portfolio – nah, they're talking about loading up on individual stocks with tons of leverage, trading CFDs on Etoro, or chasing whatever meme is hot that week. One mate in Germany was telling me he's 5x leveraged on s

Energy Prices Drive U.S. Inflation To Three-Year High

U.S. inflation climbed above 4% for the first time in three years in May as rising energy costs tied to the Iran war pushed consumer costs sharply higher, with the Consumer Price Index rising 0.5% from April and 4.2% from a year earlier, according to data released Wednesday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The annual rate matched economists’ expectations but marked the highest inflation reading since April 2023 and an acceleration from the 3.8% rate recorded in April. Energy was by far the lar

Trump says 'I love the inflation' after consumer price index hits 3-year high

President Trump suggested that inflation would drop when the U.S. war against Iran ends, and said, "we've been taking out millions of barrels of oil."

Jim Cramer calls elevated CPI 'artificial inflation' — what that means for the stock market

The broad measure of inflation was not nearly as bad as the Wall Street narrative would have you believe.

Wall Street: US stock markets close in the red – Dow Jones slips below 50,000 points

A new announcement by US President Trump on the Iran war is driving up the price of oil. The high US inflation rate is also pushing the leading indices into the red. Meanwhile, chip stocks continue to lose.

China Unveils Nuclear-Powered Floating Hub for Zero-Emission Shipping

China has proposed a large offshore logistics platform powered by nuclear energy that would function as both a cargo transfer hub and a refuelling/charging centre for ships, according to the South China Morning Post. The concept, unveiled by Jiangnan Shipyard, combines port infrastructure, energy generation, and cargo handling into a single floating facility aimed at reducing emissions in maritime transport. The project was presented at the Posidonia International Shipping Exhibition in Greece.

Inflation is so high that it's erasing all wage gains (post by Heather Long)

Inflation: 4.2% in May for the past year Wage growth: 3.4% in May for the past year. Americans are getting squeezed financially. This isn't just "bad vibes" about the economy. There is real pain, especially for middle-class olds. It's tough because so many basic items are seeing sizable price increases: gas, electricity, food, medical care. https://x.com/byHeatherLong/status/2064689032580198480?s=20 submitted by /u/dope-a-meanie [link] [comments]

Germany welcome in GCAP, but new Leonardo boss warns about timing

CEO Lorenzo Mariani said that the advantages of a new partner were extra cash and know-how.

CNBC: investors are fleeing tech stocks in record numbers

Article: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/06/10/investors-are-fleeing-tech-stocks-in-record-numbers.html Key points The AI trade looks like it is finally cooling off. Investors are dumping Big Tech after a strong jobs report pushed Treasury yields higher. The market is realizing that the Federal Reserve may keep rates higher for longer, and that changes the valuation math for expensive tech stocks. This does not mean AI is fake or that the market is collapsing. It looks more like money is rotating out

Social Security’s COLA could be 4.7% in 2027 as inflation hits the highest level in 3 years

A total of 44% of older Americans depend on Social Security for all of their income, according to the Senior Citizens League.

Wall Street: US stock markets are in the red - computer manufacturer loses double digits

New attacks in the Iran war drive up the price of oil. The high US inflation rate is also pushing the leading indices into the red. Meanwhile, chip stocks continue to lose.

What screwworm's appearance in U.S. cattle could mean for beef prices this summer

The arrival of the invasive New World screwworm in Texas could hit consumers this summer with beef prices already an acute source of inflation.

EU Moves Against Russian LNG Shipping As Arctic Gas Imports Surge

Brussels is proposing new restrictions on Russia’s LNG shipping sector even as Europe remains the primary destination for Russian Arctic gas, receiving nearly 97% of Yamal Arctic LNG exports so far this year. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled the European Union’s 21st sanctions package against Russia, which includes a proposed ban on the sale of LNG tankers to Russian interests and new restrictions targeting vessels that support Moscow’s energy export network. The p

US inflation spikes to 3-year high in May as Iran war energy shock persists

US consumer inflation surged to a fresh three-year high in May, according to official data released on Wednesday, as increased energy prices rippled through the world’s largest economy. The consumer price index (CPI) rose 4.2 per cent year on year, up from April’s 3.8 per cent figure, the US Bureau of Labour Statistics said. It was the highest reading since April 2023, according to official data, but in line with analyst expectations. The US-Israel war against Iran, launched in late February,...

Here's the inflation breakdown for May 2026 — in one chart

Inflation jumped to a three-year high in May as the Iran war continued to fuel higher energy prices.

Inflation: Iran war fuels inflation in the USA – increase to 4.2 percent

Core inflation is also rising again in the USA. The interest rate cuts hoped for by many are becoming increasingly unlikely.

Frank Elderson: Interview with Het Financieele Dagblad

US economy: Expensive energy is fueling US inflation

Prices in the USA have risen more within twelve months than they have in three years. This comes at an inopportune time for the new head of the central bank.

USA: Highest level in three years: Inflation climbs to 4.2 percent

The high oil prices caused by the Iran war are driving up inflation in the USA. The new Fed chief is therefore under pressure from all sides.

Markets: Dax curbs loss after US inflation data

The Dax temporarily fell below the 200-day line on Wednesday - but then recovered after the inflation figures from the USA.

German air show opens under shadow of Iran war, fighter project collapse

Airbus, which represented Germany and Spain in FCAS, is increasingly looking to Sweden’s Saab as a preferred partner, according to sources.

Commentary: From shock to shock – how US inflation is affecting Americans

Inflation has climbed above four percent and the government is pleading that it is temporary - but the rising prices are becoming permanent.

Why I think Berkshire Hathaway is the best investment right now

Disclaimer: I just bought BRK.B so my analysis may be biased. Data sourced from Tradingview, Xfinlink and FRED. This article is not meant to be financial advice, DYOR. tldr; US debt is too big for the old "print and normalize later" playbook, so the next crisis likely gets solved the British way: rates below inflation for years, bondholders eat the loss. In that world real assets win. BRK is the cleanest way to play it: $300B cash hedge, insurance float leverage, railroad/utilities/energy, plus