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Wall Street futures ease after Nvidia beat as investors await Walmart results

U.S. equity futures dipped after Nvidia’s stronger-than-expected earnings, with attention turning to Walmart for a read on the consumer. Rates, inflation and Fed policy remain key context for stocks, ETFs and crypto sentiment.

May 23, 2026 | 131

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Japan’s core inflation cools to a multi-year low, easing pressure on BOJ tightening plans

April’s core CPI undershot forecasts and fell below March’s pace, signaling softer price momentum and complicating the case for near-term Bank of Japan rate hikes.

May 23, 2026 | 120

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Guzman y Gomez to close Chicago restaurants, exit U.S. as it refocuses on core growth

Australian fast-casual chain Guzman y Gomez will wind down its Chicago operations and exit the U.S. following a strategic review, shifting capital and management attention to higher-return markets.

May 23, 2026 | 129

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OpenAI reportedly preps confidential IPO filing, putting AI listings back in focus

OpenAI is said to be preparing a confidential IPO filing, a move that could test investor appetite for AI leaders and reset expectations across tech stocks and the broader markets.

May 23, 2026 | 128

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Trump Pauses EPA Refrigerant Rules in Bid to Ease Grocery Costs—Impact Remains Uncertain

The administration delayed parts of Biden-era refrigerant standards aimed at cutting hydrofluorocarbons, arguing the move could relieve supermarket expenses. Analysts say the near-term effect on grocery inflation and retailers’ margins is unclear.

May 23, 2026 | 72

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Fanatics’ FIFA deal cements its dominance in sports collectibles — and raises new questions

Fanatics’ exclusive FIFA collectibles license deepens the company’s hold on a fast-growing market, following its Topps acquisition and U.S. league deals. The expansion concentrates pricing and distribution power while drawing scrutiny from collectors and rivals.

May 23, 2026 | 65

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Asia-Pacific stocks tick higher as oil eases and investors weigh U.S.–Iran diplomacy

Asia-Pacific equities opened firmer as softer oil prices intersected with cautious signals from U.S.–Iran talks. Markets balanced energy relief against geopolitical uncertainty and its implications for inflation, rates, and earnings.

May 23, 2026 | 73

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Oil extends gains as Iran tensions and summer demand tighten supply outlook

Crude prices climbed as geopolitical risk around Iran intersected with a seasonal upswing in fuel consumption, prompting fresh concern from the IEA that markets could enter a “red zone.” Investors are assessing implications for inflation, rate expectations, and energy-linked stocks and ETFs.

May 23, 2026 | 74

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At Record Highs, Hedging Gets Cheaper: Practical Ways to Protect Gains

With stocks pressing to fresh records, lower implied volatility has made portfolio insurance more affordable. Here are practical, numbers-driven ways to hedge without derailing long-term investing plans.

May 23, 2026 | 64

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