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Is Hormuz open? Trump's toll threat intensifies rush to bypass the Strait altogether

Gulf producers are increasingly relying on alternative routes to keep crude moving as shipping disruptions expose the risks of depending on the Strait of Hormuz.

Treasury yields rise as Fed rate hike expectations grow ahead of June inflation print

Treasury yields increased Tuesday as expectations for more Federal Reserve interest rate hikes grow.

Bull of the Day: Alphabet (GOOG)

GOOG

Alphabet shares have led the market over the last year and remain a core driver of growth for the US stock market.

Bear of the Day: Winnebago Industries (WGO)

WGO

Winnebago Industry stock has struggled in recent years amid a macro driven, cyclical downturn, with no bottom signals yet in sight.

Kronos Worldwide (KRO) Surges 9.7%: Is This an Indication of Further Gains?

KRO, SCL

Kronos Worldwide (KRO) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock suggests that there could be more strength down the road.

CNBC Daily Open: The Hormuz blockade is back and Trump is tolling

Oil markets reel as President Trump revives his naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and demands a 20% toll charge.

Taiwan's second-largest chipmaker starts mass production in Singapore; Citi sees improving outlook

UMC

Taiwan’s UMC has kicked off mass production of silicon photonics wafers at its Singapore facility amid positive Citi forecast.

Pop-up free school uniform and prom dress stall

People are being encouraged to donate, swap or take items they need for free.

Parent cooking classes 'built my confidence'

New cooking scheme aims to help parents learn healthy recipes which are convenient to make.

Call for right to grow food on unused public land

Some London council already allow unused land to be turned into gardens, allotments and flowerbeds.