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Shan Ahmed Khan

As a journalist focused on finance and the stock market, he delivers fast, reliable, and easy-to-understand coverage of market news.

Tax refunds could be $1,000 bigger in 2026 as IRS filing season opens — here’s why it’s happening

Tax refunds could be $1,000 bigger in 2026 as IRS filing season opens — here’s why it’s happening

The Treasury expects average tax refunds to rise by about $1,000 per household this season, following increases in the standard deduction and new deduction rules. The IRS opened the 2026 filing season on Jan. 26, with returns due by April 15 and new paperwork required for certain deductions. Most refunds will be issued by direct deposit as paper checks are phased out.
27 January 2026
Henry Hub natural gas eases after storm spike, with Feb contract expiry in focus

Henry Hub natural gas eases after storm spike, with Feb contract expiry in focus

U.S. February natural gas futures fell nearly 5% to $6.465/mmBtu in early Tuesday trading, retreating from a 52-week high. Production dropped to a two-year low over the weekend due to freeze-offs but began recovering. The February contract expires Jan. 28, with traders watching daily output, LNG flows, and cash prices at major hubs. The March contract trades well below February, reflecting expectations of easing supply tightness.
27 January 2026
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Nvidia’s $2 billion CoreWeave bet shakes up AI stocks before Microsoft earnings

Nvidia’s $2 billion CoreWeave bet shakes up AI stocks before Microsoft earnings

Nvidia announced a $2 billion investment in CoreWeave, nearly doubling its stake and sending CoreWeave shares up 5.7% in premarket trading. Alphabet faces new EU scrutiny over Google Search and Gemini AI data access. Microsoft reports earnings Wednesday, with investors watching for AI spending details. The Fed concludes its meeting the same day, with rates expected to hold steady.
27 January 2026
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Mortgage rates today near 6% as Fed meeting kicks off; housing stocks mixed

Mortgage rates today near 6% as Fed meeting kicks off; housing stocks mixed

U.S. 30-year mortgage rates hovered near 6.1% early Tuesday, with Bankrate showing an average of 6.20% and Mortgage News Daily at 6.17%. The 10-year Treasury yield closed at 4.22%. Homebuilder shares slipped, with Lennar down 1.1% and the iShares U.S. Home Construction ETF off 0.6%. Investors await the Federal Reserve’s policy meeting for signals on future borrowing costs.
27 January 2026
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XRP price dips near $1.88 after Monday bounce; Ripple’s Saudi bank pact in focus as Fed decision nears

XRP price dips near $1.88 after Monday bounce; Ripple’s Saudi bank pact in focus as Fed decision nears

XRP fell about 1% to $1.885 in premarket trading Tuesday, reversing gains from the previous day. Ripple signed a memorandum with Jeel, Riyad Bank’s tech arm, to test blockchain for cross-border payments and digital asset custody. Grayscale’s XRP ETF changed its benchmark trading venues, dropping Bitfinex. Bitcoin hovered near $87,700 as traders awaited signals from the Federal Reserve.
27 January 2026
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Wall Street futures rise ahead of Fed decision as Medicare rate plan hits insurers, earnings roll in

Wall Street futures rise ahead of Fed decision as Medicare rate plan hits insurers, earnings roll in

S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures rose early Tuesday, while Dow futures slipped, weighed by UnitedHealth after Washington proposed keeping Medicare Advantage payments nearly flat for 2027. Insurers fell in premarket trading. Investors awaited earnings reports and the Federal Reserve’s policy decision due Wednesday. Salesforce shares gained on news of a $5.6 billion U.S. Army contract.
27 January 2026
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Silver price surges near record after $117 spike as Fed decision looms

Silver price surges near record after $117 spike as Fed decision looms

Spot silver jumped 8.4% to $112.57 per ounce Tuesday morning, after hitting a record $117.69 the day before. Gold rose 1.6% to $5,092.09 as investors sought safe havens ahead of the Federal Reserve’s Jan. 27–28 meeting. Shanghai premiums topped $14 over London prices, reflecting tight supply and strong Chinese demand. Analysts warn high prices could curb industrial use and increase volatility.
27 January 2026
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UK stock market today: FTSE 100 rises toward 10,200 as banks lead gains

UK stock market today: FTSE 100 rises toward 10,200 as banks lead gains

Bank shares pushed London’s FTSE 100 up 0.5% to 10,197 on Tuesday, while the FTSE 250 was flat. UK shop prices rose 1.5% year-on-year in January, the fastest pace in nearly two years. Dr Martens dropped 8.7% after warning on demand. Cranswick signaled profits at the top end of its forecast range.
27 January 2026
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Dow Jones futures slip as UnitedHealth tumbles on Medicare rates, Fed and earnings loom

Dow Jones futures slip as UnitedHealth tumbles on Medicare rates, Fed and earnings loom

Dow futures fell 40 points premarket Tuesday as UnitedHealth dropped 8.6% after a proposed Medicare Advantage rate increase came in far below expectations. S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures rose ahead of major earnings reports and the start of the Federal Reserve meeting. Salesforce gained 2.2% after landing a $5.6 billion U.S. Army contract. A partial government shutdown loomed with funding set to expire after midnight Friday.
27 January 2026
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India stock market today: Nifty, Sensex end higher on EU trade deal buzz as autos lag

India stock market today: Nifty, Sensex end higher on EU trade deal buzz as autos lag

The Nifty 50 closed up 0.51% at 25,175.4 and the Sensex rose 0.39% to 81,857.48, lifted by optimism over an India-EU trade pact. Axis Bank jumped nearly 6% on strong earnings, while Mahindra & Mahindra fell over 5% after plans to cut tariffs on EU car imports. The rupee ended at 91.72 per dollar, up 0.2%. India VIX hit a seven-month high as traders eyed U.S. tariff threats and the upcoming budget.
27 January 2026
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Crypto ATM scams are surging — and South Dakota’s SB 98 would force refunds, caps and ID checks

Crypto ATM scams are surging — and South Dakota’s SB 98 would force refunds, caps and ID checks

South Dakota lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 98 to cap crypto kiosk fees at 3%, set transaction limits, and require ID checks. The bill follows $13.8 million in crypto scam losses reported to the FBI in 2024, with $7.8 million from victims over 60. Victims who file police reports would be eligible for full refunds within 72 hours. The measure has bipartisan support and is now before the Senate Commerce and Energy Committee.
27 January 2026
IonQ stock jumps in premarket as $1.8 billion SkyWater deal puts dilution and chips in focus

IonQ stock jumps in premarket as $1.8 billion SkyWater deal puts dilution and chips in focus

IonQ shares rose 3.8% to $45.01 in premarket trading Tuesday, recovering part of Monday’s 8.2% drop after announcing a $1.8 billion SkyWater Technology acquisition. The cash-and-stock deal awaits SkyWater shareholder and regulatory approval. IonQ forecasts 2025 revenue at or above its prior $106–110 million guidance. SEC filings and a SkyWater shareholder vote are expected soon.
27 January 2026
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