Broader US stock indices close higher but near key technical levels heading into the weekend

2026-07-21T14:09:01.608Z What is the current rate of inflation? The most recently-published data from the Office for National Statistics revealed prices rose by 2.8% in the 12 months to May 2026. This was the same increase as in the 12 months to April 2026 and a fall from 3.3% in the year to March 2026, when…

Key Takeaways Although it’s not common, some lenders may let you make car payments with a credit card, but it could be a costly move that may damage your credit score. If you use a 0% intro APR credit card, you could pay off your car loan with no interest, but watch out for high…

Canada’s growing global population—and the businesses looking beyond its borders—continue to faces a familiar challenge: moving money internationally remains slower and more costly than consumers expect. Now, Swift and Canada’s leading banks are working toward a better solution. The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) and TD Bank are the first banks in Canada—and among the…

Prior was +0.9% Wages q/q +0.9% vs +0.8% prior Benefits q/q +1.0% vs +1.2% prior The U.S. Employment Cost Index showed labor costs continued to rise at a steady pace in the second quarter of 2026. For all civilian workers, total compensation increased 0.9% in the three months through June, matching gains in both wages…

Amazon Business is bringing buy now, pay later (BNPL) to business purchasing through a new partnership with Affirm, giving companies the option to finance purchases ranging from office supplies to equipment into monthly installments. The move underscores the growing demand for consumer-style payment flexibility in the B2B market. The offering is designed to give businesses…