https://lendingscorelabs.com Clear information, better decisions. en-us https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/dow-jones-top-gainers-and-losers-to-watch-wednesday https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/dow-jones-top-gainers-and-losers-to-watch-wednesday 2026-07-09T01:53:07.222018+00:00 Wednesday's session brings notable swings among Dow Jones components. Here's what's moving the index today. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/employers-hold-the-line-on-glp-1-coverage-for-weight-loss https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/employers-hold-the-line-on-glp-1-coverage-for-weight-loss 2026-07-09T01:52:59.606487+00:00 A new survey shows employer coverage of GLP-1 obesity drugs has barely budged, with many companies seeking workarounds rather than expanding benefits. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/blue-origin-valued-at-130-billion-in-first-outside-funding-round https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/blue-origin-valued-at-130-billion-in-first-outside-funding-round 2026-07-09T01:52:58.491332+00:00 Jeff Bezos' rocket company Blue Origin is raising outside capital for the first time at a $130 billion valuation, sources told CNBC. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/judge-orders-trump-to-pay-e-jean-carroll-5m-in-damages https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/judge-orders-trump-to-pay-e-jean-carroll-5m-in-damages 2026-07-09T01:52:58.107599+00:00 A judge has formally ordered Donald Trump to pay E. Jean Carroll $5 million following two civil trials finding him liable for defamation. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/s-p-500-s-most-actively-traded-stocks-on-wednesday https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/s-p-500-s-most-actively-traded-stocks-on-wednesday 2026-07-09T01:52:58.046284+00:00 Wednesday's session saw select S&P 500 stocks dominate trading volume. Here's what's driving market activity today. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/delta-launches-stripped-down-business-fares-with-fewer-perks-2 https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/delta-launches-stripped-down-business-fares-with-fewer-perks-2 2026-07-09T01:52:57.115735+00:00 Delta Air Lines is rolling out 'basic business' fare tiers that drop lounge access and seat selection for cost-conscious premium travelers. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/eu-eyes-mica-overhaul-to-rein-in-non-eu-stablecoin-issuers https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/eu-eyes-mica-overhaul-to-rein-in-non-eu-stablecoin-issuers 2026-07-09T01:52:54.382145+00:00 European officials are weighing revisions to the MiCA crypto framework, targeting foreign stablecoin issuers amid pressure from emerging US crypto legislation. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/fed-releases-minutes-from-june-2026-fomc-policy-meeting https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/fed-releases-minutes-from-june-2026-fomc-policy-meeting 2026-07-09T01:52:51.510130+00:00 The Federal Reserve published the official minutes from its June 16-17, 2026 Federal Open Market Committee meeting, offering insight into policymakers' deliberations. economy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/strait-of-hormuz-under-full-conflict-conditions-as-oil-prices-surge https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/strait-of-hormuz-under-full-conflict-conditions-as-oil-prices-surge 2026-07-09T01:52:48.978684+00:00 U.S.-Iran military strikes have pushed the Strait of Hormuz into full-conflict status, rattling energy markets and driving oil prices sharply higher. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/broadcom-surges-5-on-new-apple-chip-deal-as-intel-amd-slip https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/broadcom-surges-5-on-new-apple-chip-deal-as-intel-amd-slip 2026-07-09T01:52:42.848987+00:00 Apple's expanded multiyear chip agreement with Broadcom sent AVGO shares up 5%, while Intel fell 2% and AMD dropped 1%. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/michael-burry-bets-on-draftkings-and-flutter-amid-prediction-market-fears-2 https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/michael-burry-bets-on-draftkings-and-flutter-amid-prediction-market-fears-2 2026-07-09T01:52:40.456787+00:00 The 'Big Short' investor is backing sportsbooks DraftKings and Flutter, wagering that regulators will rein in rival prediction markets. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/employers-hold-the-line-on-glp-1-weight-loss-drug-coverage-2 https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/employers-hold-the-line-on-glp-1-weight-loss-drug-coverage-2 2026-07-09T01:52:36.951610+00:00 Most employers are not expanding GLP-1 obesity drug benefits, with coverage holding flat at 36% for two consecutive years. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/bitcoin-flashes-textbook-bottom-signal-last-seen-in-2022-bear-market https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/bitcoin-flashes-textbook-bottom-signal-last-seen-in-2022-bear-market 2026-07-09T01:52:35.629195+00:00 A key Bitcoin moving average derivative has triggered a rare signal, suggesting BTC may be forming a major price bottom similar to late 2022. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/polish-zloty-rebounds-after-central-bank-holds-rates-steady https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/polish-zloty-rebounds-after-central-bank-holds-rates-steady 2026-07-09T01:52:30.415167+00:00 Poland's zloty recovered from a 19-month low after the central bank left interest rates unchanged, steadying the currency. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/blue-origin-valued-at-130b-in-first-outside-funding-round-2 https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/blue-origin-valued-at-130b-in-first-outside-funding-round-2 2026-07-09T01:52:23.321739+00:00 Jeff Bezos' rocket company Blue Origin is raising external capital for the first time at a $130 billion valuation, sources told CNBC. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/oil-surges-as-apple-pledges-bigger-us-manufacturing-push https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/oil-surges-as-apple-pledges-bigger-us-manufacturing-push 2026-07-09T01:52:23.254187+00:00 Oil prices spike and Apple announces expanded domestic manufacturing investments in Wednesday's key market movers. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/trump-s-oil-price-push-sends-investors-an-inflation-warning https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/trump-s-oil-price-push-sends-investors-an-inflation-warning 2026-07-09T01:52:23.253882+00:00 Rising oil prices tied to Trump policy moves are rattling markets and reviving inflation fears among investors. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/us-military-launches-fresh-strikes-against-iran https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/us-military-launches-fresh-strikes-against-iran 2026-07-09T01:52:22.709932+00:00 The United States military has initiated new strikes against Iran, Reuters reports, marking a significant escalation in tensions. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/tarsus-acquires-irenix-medical-to-expand-eye-care-pipeline https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/tarsus-acquires-irenix-medical-to-expand-eye-care-pipeline 2026-07-09T01:52:22.613902+00:00 Tarsus has purchased iRenix Medical and its late-stage asset IRX-101, targeting vision loss treatment for millions of patients. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/apple-signs-30-billion-broadcom-deal-in-biggest-us-manufacturing-bet https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/apple-signs-30-billion-broadcom-deal-in-biggest-us-manufacturing-bet 2026-07-09T01:52:13.721870+00:00 Apple has committed more than $30 billion to Broadcom in its largest-ever American manufacturing agreement, deepening a key chipmaking partnership. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/meta-breaks-ground-on-first-major-canadian-data-center https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/meta-breaks-ground-on-first-major-canadian-data-center 2026-07-09T01:52:09.949838+00:00 Meta is expanding its AI infrastructure into Canada with its first large-scale data center, marking a significant cross-border push. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/us-equities-log-strong-first-half-gains-amid-market-optimism https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/us-equities-log-strong-first-half-gains-amid-market-optimism 2026-07-09T01:52:09.949558+00:00 American stocks closed out a robust first half of the year, buoyed by investor confidence and broad market momentum. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/over-two-thirds-of-tech-stocks-have-fallen-20-from-highs https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/over-two-thirds-of-tech-stocks-have-fallen-20-from-highs 2026-07-09T01:52:08.808953+00:00 Semiconductor shares are sliding as investors lock in gains after a strong Q2. The AI trade is showing signs of strain. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/meta-breaks-ground-on-first-major-canadian-data-center-2 https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/meta-breaks-ground-on-first-major-canadian-data-center-2 2026-07-09T01:52:05.383912+00:00 Meta is expanding its AI infrastructure into Canada with its first large-scale data center, marking a significant cross-border push. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/bitcoin-slides-to-62k-as-traders-trim-risk-before-fed-decision https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/bitcoin-slides-to-62k-as-traders-trim-risk-before-fed-decision 2026-07-09T01:52:02.445988+00:00 Bitcoin retreated to around $62,000 amid rising oil prices, Middle East tensions, and caution ahead of a Federal Reserve policy statement. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/hormuz-strait-traffic-recovery-pushed-to-2027-traders-warn https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/hormuz-strait-traffic-recovery-pushed-to-2027-traders-warn 2026-07-09T01:51:52.411402+00:00 Kalshi prediction market traders now put just a 43% chance of normal Hormuz traffic by Dec. 1, signaling a prolonged disruption. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/trump-seeks-supreme-court-rehearing-on-birthright-citizenship https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/trump-seeks-supreme-court-rehearing-on-birthright-citizenship 2026-07-09T01:51:52.209005+00:00 The Trump administration is making a long-shot legal move to get the Supreme Court to reconsider its birthright citizenship ruling. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/usps-raises-stamp-prices-again-this-weekend-8th-hike-in-5-years https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/usps-raises-stamp-prices-again-this-weekend-8th-hike-in-5-years 2026-07-09T01:51:44.816538+00:00 The U.S. Postal Service raises postage rates on July 12 in its eighth price increase over the last five calendar years. economy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/fed-officials-split-on-rate-direction-at-june-meeting https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/fed-officials-split-on-rate-direction-at-june-meeting 2026-07-09T01:51:37.529005+00:00 Minutes from the Fed's June 16-17 meeting reveal internal disagreement over the future path of interest rates. economy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/nato-allies-to-meet-gulf-arabs-over-strait-of-hormuz-tensions https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/nato-allies-to-meet-gulf-arabs-over-strait-of-hormuz-tensions 2026-07-08T01:53:05.556716+00:00 NATO member states plan talks with Gulf Arab partners over rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and a possible alliance mission in the region. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/ftse-100-edges-up-as-shell-boosts-london-energy-stocks https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/ftse-100-edges-up-as-shell-boosts-london-energy-stocks 2026-07-08T01:53:04.048894+00:00 London's benchmark index climbed modestly Thursday, powered by gains in Shell and the broader energy sector. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/equifax-acquires-mexico-s-c-rculo-de-cr-dito-in-750m-deal https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/equifax-acquires-mexico-s-c-rculo-de-cr-dito-in-750m-deal 2026-07-08T01:53:03.225055+00:00 Equifax is buying Mexican credit bureau Círculo de Crédito for $750 million, expanding its Latin American footprint. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/heidmar-maritime-acquires-q-shipping-adds-nine-vessels https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/heidmar-maritime-acquires-q-shipping-adds-nine-vessels 2026-07-08T01:53:02.658198+00:00 Heidmar Maritime Holdings has closed its purchase of Dutch firm Q-Shipping B.V., expanding its managed fleet and opening offices in two new countries. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/luxshare-raises-3-1-billion-in-hong-kong-s-largest-ipo-of-2025 https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/luxshare-raises-3-1-billion-in-hong-kong-s-largest-ipo-of-2025 2026-07-08T01:53:01.633061+00:00 Apple supplier Luxshare priced shares at the top of its range, capitalizing on AI-fueled investor appetite to claim Hong Kong's biggest IPO of the year. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/mastec-to-buy-superior-group-boosting-data-center-infrastructure-reach https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/mastec-to-buy-superior-group-boosting-data-center-infrastructure-reach 2026-07-08T01:52:59.928889+00:00 MasTec acquires The Superior Group, a century-old Ohio electrical contractor, to expand its critical infrastructure and data center capabilities. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/cyber-stocks-may-be-early-in-comeback-amid-memory-bottleneck https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/cyber-stocks-may-be-early-in-comeback-amid-memory-bottleneck 2026-07-08T01:52:58.447913+00:00 A global memory bottleneck is drawing comparisons to the cybersecurity stock rally, with analysts suggesting the cyber trade may still be in early stages. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/broadcom-stock-looks-compelling-after-apple-deal-extended-to-2031 https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/broadcom-stock-looks-compelling-after-apple-deal-extended-to-2031 2026-07-08T01:52:57.551608+00:00 Broadcom shares pulled back sharply from 52-week highs, but a newly extended Apple partnership through 2031 changes the risk calculus for long-term investors. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/july-is-the-s-p-500-s-best-month-5-tech-stocks-lead-the-way https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/july-is-the-s-p-500-s-best-month-5-tech-stocks-lead-the-way 2026-07-08T01:52:57.165590+00:00 The S&P 500 averages 2.56% gains in July over 20 years. A select group of large-cap tech stocks consistently outperforms that benchmark. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/blackrock-launches-iqq-to-challenge-qqq-with-lower-cost-nasdaq-100-etf https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/blackrock-launches-iqq-to-challenge-qqq-with-lower-cost-nasdaq-100-etf 2026-07-08T01:52:56.773413+00:00 BlackRock enters the Nasdaq-100 ETF arena with IQQ, taking on Invesco's dominant QQQ and State Street's rival fund. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/plaza-retail-reit-forms-committee-to-review-axia-takeover-bid https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/plaza-retail-reit-forms-committee-to-review-axia-takeover-bid 2026-07-08T01:52:55.920974+00:00 Plaza Retail REIT has established a special committee to evaluate a proposal from Axia, signaling a potential major transaction for the Canadian retail property trust. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/oil-surges-3-45-as-trump-reinstates-iran-sanctions-markets-react https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/oil-surges-3-45-as-trump-reinstates-iran-sanctions-markets-react 2026-07-08T01:52:55.253305+00:00 WTI crude jumped sharply after the US Treasury revoked an Iran oil sanctions waiver, while equities slipped and yields climbed. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/bitcoin-s-july-rally-may-not-last-as-u-s-demand-stays-weak https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/bitcoin-s-july-rally-may-not-last-as-u-s-demand-stays-weak 2026-07-08T01:52:54.031207+00:00 Bitcoin posted gains in July, but analysts warn weak U.S. demand could undercut the rally's staying power. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/oil-prices-climb-after-u-s-revokes-iran-oil-sales-license https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/oil-prices-climb-after-u-s-revokes-iran-oil-sales-license 2026-07-08T01:52:52.120532+00:00 Treasury Department cancels a June 21 license permitting Iranian oil sales, sending crude futures higher Tuesday. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/italy-arrests-two-suspects-accused-of-spying-for-russia https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/italy-arrests-two-suspects-accused-of-spying-for-russia 2026-07-08T01:52:50.627214+00:00 Italian authorities detained two individuals on espionage charges, allegedly passing intelligence to Russian operatives. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/us-revokes-license-authorizing-iranian-oil-sales https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/us-revokes-license-authorizing-iranian-oil-sales 2026-07-08T01:52:50.627130+00:00 Washington has pulled the permit that allowed Iranian crude to reach global markets, escalating pressure on Tehran. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/eu-parliament-adopts-digital-assets-policy-stance-post-mica https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/eu-parliament-adopts-digital-assets-policy-stance-post-mica 2026-07-08T01:52:49.427504+00:00 European lawmakers approved a report calling for deeper review of DeFi, staking, crypto lending, and NFTs as MiCA's transition period closes. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/qatar-blames-iran-for-tanker-strike-in-strait-amid-khamenei-mourning https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/qatar-blames-iran-for-tanker-strike-in-strait-amid-khamenei-mourning 2026-07-08T01:52:49.162568+00:00 Qatar has accused Iran of striking a tanker in a key strait as massive crowds gather to mourn Supreme Leader Khamenei. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/canada-seeks-allies-to-back-new-global-defence-bank https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/canada-seeks-allies-to-back-new-global-defence-bank 2026-07-08T01:52:41.214818+00:00 Canada's foreign minister says Ottawa wants more nations to join a proposed global defence financing institution as security spending pressures mount. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/iran-raises-hormuz-threat-to-severe-after-tanker-attacks https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/iran-raises-hormuz-threat-to-severe-after-tanker-attacks 2026-07-08T01:52:37.717178+00:00 Iran attacked tankers using a U.S. Navy route and warned ships to use only Tehran-approved northern passages or face targeting. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/trump-lands-in-turkey-amid-nato-tensions-over-russia-and-iran https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/trump-lands-in-turkey-amid-nato-tensions-over-russia-and-iran 2026-07-08T01:52:36.546479+00:00 President Trump arrives in Turkey as the NATO alliance faces stress from Russian aggression and growing U.S. frustration with member states. policy