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Bank of Canada Cuts Key Rate to 2.25% – Is This the End of Rate Cuts?

Bank of Canada Cuts Key Rate to 2.25% – Is This the End of Rate Cuts?

The Bank of Canada cut its overnight rate by 25 basis points to 2.25% on Oct. 29, its second consecutive cut. Governor Tiff Macklem signaled no further cuts are planned for now, citing sticky core inflation near 3% and sluggish growth forecasts. The Canadian dollar firmed to about C$1.3915 per USD and major bank stocks rose after the announcement. Markets had widely expected the move.
29 October 2025
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Shocking IRS Update: New 2026 Tax Brackets Slashed for Millions – Here’s How Much You’ll Save

Shocking IRS Update: New 2026 Tax Brackets Slashed for Millions – Here’s How Much You’ll Save

The IRS released 2026 tax brackets and deductions, raising the standard deduction to $32,200 for joint filers and $16,100 for singles. All income thresholds shift higher, with a single earner making $50,000 now taxed at 12% instead of 22%. Marginal rates remain at 10%–37%. The changes follow the “One Big Beautiful Bill” signed in July 2025, which made most 2017 tax cuts permanent.
9 October 2025
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  • Sensex Falls 670 Points, Nifty Below 23,400 on Iran Tensions
    May 20, 2026, 1:50 AM EDT. The BSE Sensex tumbled 672 points, or 0.89%, to 74,529 amid heightened geopolitical risks following U.S. President Donald Trump's renewed threats against Iran. The NSE Nifty50 declined 220 points, or 0.94%, slipping below the key 23,400 level to close at 23,397. Defensive and steel stocks such as Bharat Electronics (BEL), Tata Steel, and Zomato faced sharp losses. The market reacted to escalating tensions in the Middle East, with investors retreating amid uncertainty. The fresh Iran threat weighed heavily on sentiment, disrupting a cautious recovery seen in recent sessions. Traders remain cautious of further volatility linked to geopolitical developments.

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Wall Street Hit by Yield Jolt With Nvidia Up Next

Wall Street Hit by Yield Jolt With Nvidia Up Next

20 May 2026
U.S. stock ETFs remained lower late Tuesday after Wall Street’s main indexes fell for a third straight session, pressured by rising Treasury yields and caution ahead of Nvidia’s earnings. The SPDR S&P 500 ETF dropped 0.7% to $733.73. The 10-year Treasury yield hit 4.687%, its highest since January 2025, before easing. Nvidia shares slipped 0.7% after hours, with traders bracing for a major move post-earnings.
Viavi Stock Drops After $500 Million Share Sale Plan — The Debt Move Investors Can’t Ignore

Viavi Stock Drops After $500 Million Share Sale Plan — The Debt Move Investors Can’t Ignore

20 May 2026
Viavi Solutions shares dropped 7.1% in after-hours trading Tuesday after the company announced a $500 million public stock offering aimed at repaying debt. The offering, unveiled just after the Nasdaq close, could add roughly 10.1 million new shares. Viavi plans to use proceeds to pay down a $450 million loan. Total debt would fall to $650 million, according to a preliminary SEC filing.
Analog Devices Shares Rally After $1.5B AI Power Deal Ahead of Earnings

Analog Devices Shares Rally After $1.5B AI Power Deal Ahead of Earnings

20 May 2026
Analog Devices agreed to acquire Empower Semiconductor for $1.5 billion in cash, sending ADI shares up 1.36% to $419.95 in after-hours trading after closing down 1.02%. The deal, approved by both boards, is expected to close in the second half of 2026 pending regulatory review. Empower CEO Tim Phillips will continue to lead integrated voltage regulator work after the merger.
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