Rising gas prices driven by the ongoing Iran conflict are expected to increase inflation metrics, potentially boosting the 2027 Social Security COLA to 4% — the highest since 2023. While retirees will benefit from larger benefit increases, current inflation is straining their wallets as more of their checks go toward fuel costs.

A quarterly survey of 70 institutional investors managing $4.3 trillion in assets reveals a sharp reversal in investor sentiment following the Iran War, with bullish sentiment dropping from 50% to 35% quarter-over-quarter. While concerns about geopolitics, inflation, and consumer health have increased, sentiment remains less severe than during th...

President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran ahead of a midnight deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening military strikes on power plants and bridges. Vice President Vance outlined two scenarios for Iran's economic future based on compliance. The U.S. conducted dozens of strikes on Iran's Kharg Island, while Iran submitted a peace ...

Historical analysis shows stocks typically recover quickly from military conflicts, with the S&P 500 averaging a 7% drawdown and recovering within 55 days. Despite ongoing Iran-U.S. tensions and Strait of Hormuz disruptions, strong earnings fundamentals, improved valuations, and U.S. energy independence support market resilience. Technology secto...

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker criticized President Trump's administration over rising gas prices (national average $4.11/gallon), grocery costs, and tariffs amid escalating U.S.-Iran conflict. The war has disrupted fertilizer supply chains, driving up prices for coffee, chocolate, meat, berries, and seafood. Trump issued an Easter deadline demand...