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U.S. waives Jones Act for 60 days to ease oil market strains amid Middle East conflict
The administration authorized a 60‑day waiver of the Jones Act to allow foreign‑flagged tankers to move petroleum between U.S. ports, aiming to stabilize the oil market and reduce logistics bottlenecks tied to the Iran war.
Fed releases latest FOMC statement, outlining stance on inflation and policy tools
The Federal Reserve issued its March 18, 2026 FOMC statement, reaffirming its 2% inflation goal and data‑dependent approach. Here’s what changed, why it matters for rates and markets, and how investors across equities, credit, and ETFs may be affected.
Fed releases March meeting economic projections, setting fresh guideposts for markets
The Federal Reserve published its Summary of Economic Projections from the March 17–18, 2026 FOMC meeting, updating outlooks for growth, unemployment, inflation and the policy rate. Investors are parsing the new dot plot for clues on the path of rates and implications across stocks, credit and ETFs.
Best ETF Brokers for Beginners: How to Choose the Right Platform
Learn how to evaluate the best ETF brokers for beginners by comparing fees, regulation, platforms, instruments, support, and risk controls—without the hype.
Best ETF Broker Europe: How to Compare and Choose in 2026
A clear, balanced guide to evaluating the best ETF broker Europe options. Compare fees, regulation, platforms, instruments, support, and risks before you invest.
EA buyout financing attracts $25 billion in orders as banks push syndications through choppy markets
A buyout debt package tied to EA drew about $25 billion of investor orders, signaling resilient demand for leveraged credit even as banks navigate volatile markets and higher rates.
OpenAI tests ads in ChatGPT, stirring optimism—and frustration—across the ad market
OpenAI’s ad pilot inside ChatGPT is energizing advertisers eager for AI-native search inventory, even as some insiders chafe at a measured rollout. With search ads representing a large slice of the digital market, the move could reshape performance budgets if scaled.
Cramer urges vigilance as markets weaken, but says disciplined buyers can still find value
CNBC’s Jim Cramer cautioned investors to brace for more stock volatility while keeping a selective buy list ready. His message: prepare for declines, focus on quality, and use staged entries rather than chasing momentum.