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US to pay $1.2bn to energy firm RWE to halt offshore wind projects - BBC

US to pay $1.2bn to energy firm RWE to halt offshore wind projects - BBC

The RWE payout is the latest in a string of deals cancelling wind energy projects, a power source long derided by Trump.

Yen rally fades a week after U.S.-Japan intervention as focus shifts to policy - cnbc.com

Yen rally fades a week after U.S.-Japan intervention as focus shifts to policy - cnbc.com

The coordinated involvement from the Treasury and BoJ had initially lifted the yen as low as 155 to the dollar, down from just above 163 beforehand.

China’s exports jump almost a quarter in July - Financial Times

China’s exports jump almost a quarter in July - Financial Times

Trade remains resilient in world’s second-largest economy on soaring demand for high-tech goods

Senate won't vote on crypto Clarity Act before its summer break - CoinDesk

Senate won't vote on crypto Clarity Act before its summer break - CoinDesk

The U.S. Senate won't go on its August recess just yet but it will not vote on the Clarity Act this month, dimming hopes that the bill can become law this year.

US likely added nearly 100,000 jobs in July, but market is still tough for young and unemployed - AP News

US likely added nearly 100,000 jobs in July, but market is still tough for young and unemployed - AP News

On the face of it, the U.S. job market has looked pretty stable this year. Hiring has been solid – if not exactly spectacular – after a lackluster 2025. But underneath the headline numbers, some weird stuff is happening. Companies in some industries can’t fin…

Crypto bill ethics counteroffer includes divestment requirement for Trump - Politico

Crypto bill ethics counteroffer includes divestment requirement for Trump - Politico

The ethics language remains the subject of ongoing discussions.

Illinois Lawmaker Presses for Consumer Paybacks As Trump Administration Hits $100B in Tariff Refunds - WWD

Illinois Lawmaker Presses for Consumer Paybacks As Trump Administration Hits $100B in Tariff Refunds - WWD

Some lawmakers have gotten involved on behalf of their constituents, imploring the federal government to return the money to constituents directly.

Jim Cramer highlights 5 investing themes — and the stocks to buy for each - CNBC

Jim Cramer highlights 5 investing themes — and the stocks to buy for each - CNBC

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said earnings season reinforced five investing themes he thinks will produce the market's best buying opportunities.

Trade Desk Stock Slumps After Revenue Misses Forecasts - Barron's

Trade Desk Stock Slumps After Revenue Misses Forecasts - Barron's

The stock was down 22% in after hours trading.