Australian earnings beats are outpacing misses for the first time in four years, defying a challenging economic backdrop and bolstering chances for a stalled stock rally to resume.

If the honey deuce at the US Open doesn’t do you in, the shame in spending hundreds of dollars on a tennis match you half-watch just might.

US-Iran strikes raise fears of renewed war across the Middle East Reuters

Asian stocks were poised to track Wall Street higher as oil’s surge eased after President Donald Trump played down the prospect of a prolonged conflict with Iran, tempering inflation concerns.

Trump can strengthen US biodefense by restoring White House capacity and updating national strategies before the next biological crisis. The post How the White House can get ahead of the next biological threat appeared first on Atlantic Council.

Wall St ends higher as stocks reclaim some shine Reuters

Learn how the Strait of Hormuz closure is affecting states' supply and price of distillate fuel oil. The post The diesel shock is here. Which US states will be hit the hardest? appeared first on Atlantic Council.

Five Below Inc. shares rose over 8% in postmarket trading on Wednesday after the retailer lifted its full-year outlook, citing the addition of new stores and the popularity of its budget-friendly merchandise among Gen Alpha and Gen Z shoppers.

Broadcom's AI chip revenue hit $16.7 billion, up 221%, beating estimates by $1.5 billion. The company guided next quarter's AI chip revenue to $21.7 billion, up 236%. Shares fell 3.5% as the total revenue guide missed the whisper by $230 million — less than 1% of guided revenue.

The far-right Alternative for Germany is poised to make gains in three upcoming state-level votes in the eastern part of the country. The post What’s at stake for the AfD and Merz in Germany’s three September elections appeared first on Atlantic Council.