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Chinese growth in second quarter weakest since Covid-19 era

Official data released on Wednesday shows China's GDP grew 4.3% in the second quarter, compared to a year prior. The last time quarterly growth was that weak was in late 2022, when China was feeling the impact of the Covid pandemic. Slow consumer demand, despite a surge in exports, helps explain the slowdown. Also in this edition, Gibraltar's business community breathes a sigh of relief as the physical border between the British overseas territory and Spain is removed.

CleanSpark (CLSK) Surges 8.8%: Is This an Indication of Further Gains?

CLSK, OCSL

CleanSpark (CLSK) saw its shares surge in the last session with trading volume being higher than average. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions may not translate into further price increase in the near term.

New Strong Sell Stocks for July 15th

BV, RAIL, HRTX

BV, RAIL and HRTX have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on July 15th, 2026.

Several flights diverted after plane blocks Gatwick runway

An Easyjet flight had to land at Stanstead Airport instead, but then became stuck there when it couldn't find fuel.

Midnight social media curfew and limits to infinite scrolling proposed for older UK teens

The U.K. government has proposed new measures to protect older teens on social media, including a midnight curfew and a limit to infinite scrolling.

Home prices hit a new record high — these 3 strategies can help you save

Choosing specific lenders and loan types, plus improving your credit, can help you save.

Gold Drifts Lower Amid Iran War Concerns

(RTTNews) - Gold prices fell toward $4,000 an ounce on Wednesday as investors weighed geopolitical tensions and reacted to mixed economic data from China.

Treasury yields rise as investors await latest producer price inflation data

Treasury yields were edged higher as investors awaited the latest producer price inflation print for June.

Oil Extends Gains As Trump Ramps Up Threats Against Iran

(RTTNews) - Oil prices traded higher for a third consecutive session on Wednesday as the U.S and Iran escalated a standoff over control of the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of prolonged disruptions to energy supplies.

Trump warns U.S. strikes on Iran could get ‘really bad’ next week with power plants targeted

Fighting in the Middle East has intensified in recent days, but could escalate further if Iran fails to cooperate, the president said.