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Apple Unveils iPhone 17e at $599 and M4 iPad Air, Kicking Off Its Most Ambitious Hardware Cycle in Years

Apple launched the iPhone 17e at $599 on Monday, doubling base storage to 256GB while adding MagSafe support, alongside a new M4-powered iPad Air — the opening salvo of what analysts say could be the company's most significant product refresh in recent memory. Pre-orders open March 4, with availability across more than 70 countries beginning March 11.

Mortgage Rates Hit Three-Year Low, Offering Support to Housing and Financial Stocks

Mortgage rates in the U.S. have fallen to their lowest point in three years, potentially boosting housing demand and lending activity. The drop reflects broader bond market dynamics and could have spillover effects into financial and real estate sectors as borrowing costs ease.

Tax Foundation Report Confirms Tariffs as Largest Tax Hike Since 1993, Weighing on 2026 Outlook

A comprehensive analysis released today by the Tax Foundation reveals that the cumulative impact of recent US tariffs represents the largest tax increase as a share of GDP in over three decades. The report estimates an average annual burden of $1,300 per US household in 2026, with businesses and consumers bearing nearly 90% of the costs. This structural drag is increasingly reflected in the downward revision of earnings guidance across the industrial, consumer discretionary, and healthcare sectors.

Nasdaq Extends Losing Streak as AI Chip Selloff Deepens on Return From Holiday

U.S. equities slumped Tuesday as traders returned from the Presidents' Day holiday to a continuation of the technology-sector rout, with a key gauge of chipmakers including Nvidia and Broadcom falling 1.2%. The Nasdaq Composite extended its longest weekly slide since 2022, pushing both the S&P 500 and the tech-heavy index into negative territory for 2026 amid intensifying anxiety over the sustainability of artificial intelligence infrastructure spending.

Rivian Soars 26% on Aggressive 2026 Delivery Forecast as R2 SUV Launch Approaches

Rivian Automotive shares rocketed 26.6% on Friday after the electric vehicle maker projected 2026 deliveries of 62,000 to 67,000 vehicles—representing 47% to 59% growth over 2025—and confirmed its mass-market R2 SUV remains on track for second quarter customer deliveries. The rally erased concerns about the company's path to profitability and validated CEO RJ Scaringe's characterization of 2026 as "an inflection point" for the business.

Spotify Delivers Blowout Fourth Quarter Results, Shares Surge 18% on Record User Growth

Spotify reported fourth quarter earnings per share of €4.43, crushing analyst estimates of €2.74 by 62% as the streaming giant added a record 38 million monthly active users to reach 751 million total. Operating income jumped 47% to €701 million while gross margins hit record highs of 33.1%, sending shares up 18% in early trading on Monday.

Paramount Sweetens $108B Bid for Warner Bros Discovery in Strategic Deal Shift

Paramount amended its previously announced $108 billion takeover bid for Warner Bros Discovery by adding cash compensation to cover potential regulatory delays, signaling increased confidence in closing the deal amid antitrust scrutiny. The revised offer intensifies a bidding war with Netflix and could reshape the media landscape if approved.

Global Markets Steady as Japan Election Boosts Risk Appetite

Global financial markets displayed resilience on February 9, 2026, supported by a decisive political victory in Japan that sent equity benchmarks higher and lifted risk sentiment worldwide. Japan’s Nikkei 225 surged as investors priced in fiscal stimulus and pro-growth reforms, while U.S. futures held near prior levels as traders awaited key economic data including employment and inflation reports.

U.S. Stock Futures Climb as Markets Rally After Volatile Week

U.S. equity futures rose Sunday evening after a turbulent week on Wall Street, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average topping 50,000 and major indexes rebounding from recent losses. Investors are positioning ahead of key economic data this week, including delayed January jobs figures and CPI inflation readings. Tech stocks and Bitcoin showed mixed performance, while commodities moved higher on safe‑haven bids, reflecting ongoing macro uncertainty.