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Here's Why Your 2026 Social Security COLA May Disappoint You -- Regardless of the Number
Key PointsInitial projections aren't calling for a very large Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026.Even if the official COLA comes in higher, seniors may not be happy with it.It's best to set yourself up to not be too reliant on Social Security raises each year. It's hard to bel...The Motley Fool
Mon, Jul 7
European shares mixed on caution ahead of US tariff deadline
July 7 (Reuters) - European shares were mixed on Monday, with investors alert for any trade-related headlines in the countdown to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff deadline.The pan-European STOXX 600 index .STOXX was flat at 541.08 points, as of 0709 GMT. Other major regional indexes were mix...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
1 Top Dow Dividend Stock to Buy for Passive Income in July
Key PointsChevron currently has a dividend yield above 4.5%. The oil giant has the lowest breakeven level in the industry and a fortress financial profile. It has plenty of fuel to continue increasing its dividend. The Dow Jones Industrial Average tracks 30 of the most prominent companies in the co...The Motley Fool
Mon, Jul 7
Prediction: This Company Will Be the Robotics Leader, Not Tesla
Key PointsWhile Tesla has talked a big game about its Optimus robot, Amazon just deployed its 1 millionth robot at its fulfillment centers. The company's robots are using AI to help make the company's warehouse operations much more efficient.Meanwhile, it's also using AI in areas like delivery and ...The Motley Fool
Mon, Jul 7
South African rand falls 1% after Trump tariff threat on BRICS-aligned countries
JOHANNESBURG, July 7(Reuters) - The South African rand fell in early trade on Monday as markets reacted to U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to impose additional tariffs on BRICS-aligned countries.Trump said on Sunday in a post on Truth Social that countries aligning themselves with the "...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
Billionaire Warren Buffett's Favorite Valuation Tool Just Made Dubious History -- and It Couldn't Be Worse News for Wall Street
Key PointsWarren Buffett's outsized investment returns at Berkshire Hathaway have made him Wall Street's most-followed money manager.Stocks are historically pricey, and the affably-named "Buffett Indicator" proves it.However, Buffett would never suggest betting against America and has positioned Ber...The Motley Fool
Mon, Jul 7
Japan's Nikkei ends lower on caution ahead of Trump tariff deadline
By Junko Fujita TOKYO, July 7 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average ended lower on Monday as cautious investors assessed the details of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and their impact on corporate outlook.The Nikkei .N225 fell 0.56% to close at 39,587.68, after opening marginall...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
UK Stocks-Factors to watch on July 7
July 7 (Reuters) - Britain's FTSE 100 .FTSE index is seen opening lower on Monday, with futures FFIc1 down 0.23%. * SHELL: Shell SHEL.L trimmed the second-quarter outlook for its integrated gas division output and liquefied natural gas production and guided for weaker trading results in a quarte...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
LIVE MARKETS-Europe before the bell: lots of news but what to do
Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at markets.research@thomsonreuters.com.EUROPE BEFORE THE BELL, LOTS OF NEWS BUT WHAT TO DO? European shares are set to open pretty much flat as traders try and get a grip on...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
Australia shares edge lower ahead of RBA policy decision, US tariff deadline
Market prices in quarter point cut by RBA on TuesdayRBNZ to hold interest rates steady on WednesdayHealthcare stocks touch four-month highBy Sneha Kumar July 7 (Reuters) - Australian shares started the week slightly lower on Monday, led by losses in mining and banking stocks, as investors exerci...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
PRECIOUS-Gold falls on trade deals progress, tariff deadline extension
Donald Trump says US nears trade deals with several countriesHigher US tariffs to kick in from August 1Trump threatens extra 10% tariffs on BRICS countriesBy Anmol Choubey July 7 (Reuters) - Gold prices dropped on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump signalled progress on multiple trade agree...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
Tesla shares fall as Musk's 'America Party' riles investors
LONDON, July 7 (Reuters) - Tesla shares TSLA.F TSLA.O fell over 3% on Monday, under pressure from investor concerns about the focus of boss Elon Musk after he announced he would form a new U.S. political party, marking a new escalation in his feud with President Donald Trump. Tesla stock fell ove...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
LIVE MARKETS-Morning bid Europe: Chagrin as trump plays three-card trick on trade
Welcome to the home for real-time coverage of markets brought to you by Reuters reporters. You can share your thoughts with us at markets.research@thomsonreuters.com.MORNING BID EUROPE: CHAGRIN AS TRUMP PLAYS THREE-CARD TRICK ON TRADE Well, that's as clear as mud. Apparently August 1 is...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
Take Five: The tariff man cometh
July 4 (Reuters) - Investors await U.S. President Donald Trump's July 9 deadline for trade partners to strike deals on tariffs with a degree of equanimity, but what happens beyond that has the power to stir up more volatility and uncertainty.The data docket for the coming week is light, leaving ...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
Italy - Factors to watch on July 7
The following factors could affect Italian markets on Monday.Reuters has not verified the newspaper reports, and cannot vouch for their accuracy. New items are marked with (*).For a complete list of diary events in Italy please click on IT/DIA.POLITICSItalian lawmakers have formally asked the govern...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
Stocks slip as US shifts tariff goalposts, oil skids
SYDNEY, July 7 (Reuters) - Stock markets slipped in Asia on Monday amid confusion as U.S. officials flagged a delay on tariffs but failed to provide specifics on the changes, while oil prices slid as OPEC+ opened the supply spigots more than expected.Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
South African Markets - Factors to watch on July 7
JOHANNESBURG, July 7 (Reuters) - The following scheduled economic events, equity and currency market moves may affect South African markets on Monday.ECONOMIC EVENTS- South Africa's foreign reserves as of end-June ZAFXRS=ECI- Foreigners' trading in South African bonds and equities- Treasury ...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
Japan's Nikkei falls on caution ahead of Trump tariff deadline
TOKYO, July 7 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average fell on Monday as cautious investors weighed the details of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and their impact on corporate outlook.The Nikkei .N225 fell 0.46% to 39,628.41 by the midday break, after opening margin...
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Mon, Jul 7
UK Stocks-Factors to watch on July 7
July 7 (Reuters) - Britain's FTSE 100 .FTSE index is seen opening lower on Monday, with futures FFIc1 down 0.24%. * LINDSEY OIL REFINERY: Lindsey oil refinery has secured some crude supplies to stave off immediate closure, the UK energy ministry said on Friday, but a source familiar with the sit...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
INDIA STOCKS-Indian shares muted as consumer stocks offset broader losses amid tariff uncertainty
By Bharath Rajeswaran July 7 (Reuters) - Indian shares were largely muted on Monday as gains in consumer stocks - led by Godrej Consumer - offset broader losses, while investors remained cautious amid growing uncertainty over U.S. tariffs.The Nifty 50 .NSEI fell 0.1% to 25,436.9 points and the BS...Reuters
Mon, Jul 7
