News•Feb 20, 2026
Southwark Crown Court Sentences Seven Influencers for Promotions of Unauthorized FX Trading Scheme
Southwark Crown Court sentenced seven social media influencers for promoting an unauthorised foreign exchange trading scheme. Each pleaded guilty to issuing unauthorised financial promotions and received fines ranging from £600 to £3,750, plus court costs, with two receiving discharges. The FCA highlighted the breach of follower trust and reaffirmed its commitment to pursue illegal promotions. Violations under the Financial Services and Markets Act can lead to fines and up to two years imprisonment.
By FX News Group — Feed
News•Feb 20, 2026
Free Weekly Stock Market Commentary 2/20/2026
Lawrence G. McMillan notes the S&P 500 is trapped in a tight range, with resistance near 7,000 and support between 6,720 and 6,800. Equity‑only put‑call ratios have risen to their most bearish levels since late January, indicating heavy downside protection...
By Option Strategist (Larry McMillan) – Blog
Social•Feb 20, 2026
Apple’s Nasdaq Correlation Hits Historic Low, AI‑Proof Edge
⚠️Apple has almost NEVER decoupled from its Tech Peers like this before: $AAPL, 40-day price correlation with the Nasdaq 100 dropped to 0.2, the lowest since 2006. This is down from 0.92 in May 2025, a truly historic divergence. This comes as Apple...
By Global Markets Investor (newsletter author)
Podcast•Feb 20, 2026•25 min
When Lower Inflation Hurts
In this episode of the Dividend Cafe, host David Bonson examines the current U.S. economic landscape, focusing on the paradox of disinflation that may arrive in 2026 but could be economically painful. He breaks down recent data—including a weaker-than-expected GDP...
By The Dividend Cafe
News•Feb 20, 2026
Post-Poll Upswing Continues on SET
Thai shares rallied toward the 1,500‑point psychological barrier, driven by a catch‑up valuation buying pattern and strong dividend announcements. The SET index’s price‑earnings multiple sits about 33 % below the MSCI All‑Country World Index, widening the gap between blue‑chip and mid‑cap...
By Bangkok Post – Investment (subset within Business)
News•Feb 20, 2026
How to Outsmart Market Anxiety When Everyone Else Is Panicking
The article outlines four practical steps for investors to curb market‑driven anxiety: establishing a cash buffer, automating diversified investments, regularly rebalancing the portfolio, and stepping back from headline‑filled news cycles. It emphasizes that a solid emergency fund reduces the need...
By Money.com
Podcast•Feb 20, 2026•42 min
Episode 288: Glass Box
David and Kevin analyze the S&P 500’s prolonged tight‑range trading, noting heavy short‑selling and bearish sentiment. They explore scenarios where the Magnificent 7 and broader software stocks rally, potentially sparking a market upside, while also highlighting the resilience of international markets,...
By The Weekly Trend
News•Feb 20, 2026
Amazon Replaces Walmart as No. 1 in Revenues
Amazon has overtaken Walmart as the world’s largest company by revenue, reporting $716.9 billion for its most recent fiscal year, edging out Walmart’s $713.2 billion. The shift ends Walmart’s 13‑year run at the top of the Fortune 500 and reflects Amazon’s 12.38 % revenue...
By Supermarket News
News•Feb 20, 2026
Prime Mortgages Secure a $321.2 Million RMBS From Goldman
Goldman Sachs has launched the GS Mortgage‑Backed Securities Trust 2026‑PJ2, a $321.2 million residential mortgage‑backed security backed by a pool of 255 first‑lien, fixed‑rate prime mortgages. The structure features a senior‑subordinate, shifting‑interest hierarchy with class A AAA‑rated notes and several lower‑rated tranches,...
By Asset Securitization Report
News•Feb 20, 2026
The Dow Is Just Below 50,000. How to Trade a Move Above the Key Level Using Options
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is hovering just under the 50,000 mark, a level only 2% shy of its all‑time high. A broad market rotation is shifting capital from the high‑valuation Magnificent 7 stocks toward the more diversified, lower‑priced Dow constituents....
By CNBC – ETFs
News•Feb 20, 2026
Fed's Logan: There Is Now More Inflation Uncertainty Due to Tariff Decision
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Logan warned that recent tariff decisions have heightened inflation uncertainty, casting doubt on a smooth path to the 2% target. While she remains confident that current policy tools are well‑positioned to address emerging risks, she expressed concern...
By ForexLive — Feed
News•Feb 20, 2026
Stellantis Takes $26B Write-Down over EVs, Sells Stake in Battery JV for $100
Stellantis announced a €22.2 billion ($26 billion) write‑down tied to its electric‑vehicle strategy and sold its 49 % stake in the NextStar Energy battery JV to LG Energy Solution for a nominal $100. The charge reflects cancelled EV platforms, supply‑chain resizing and quality‑related...
By WardsAuto
News•Feb 20, 2026
Cash Flow Tax Planning: Why Every Tax Strategy Falls Apart without Proper Liquidity Management
Tax planning often overlooks the cash liquidity needed to implement strategies. The article explains that without sufficient cash flow, tactics like payroll optimization, Section 179 purchases, and retirement contributions cannot be executed, leading to missed deadlines and penalties. It advocates a...
By Thomson Reuters Tax & Accounting — Blog
News•Feb 20, 2026
Friday's ETF with Unusual Volume: MODL
VictoryShares WestEnd U.S. Sector ETF (MODL) experienced a spike in trading activity on Friday, with 728,000 shares changing hands—about ten times its three‑month average volume. The ETF edged up roughly 0.5% during the session. Among its holdings, Nvidia posted a...
By ETF Channel
News•Feb 20, 2026
Why Islamic Finance Could Provide an Ethical Model for Funding the Green Transition
Islamic finance, anchored in asset‑backed transactions and social responsibility, is emerging as a credible alternative to conventional green finance. Its core instrument, green sukuk, ties investor capital directly to renewable‑energy and sustainable‑infrastructure projects, ensuring profits stem from real economic activity....
By The Conversation – Business + Economy (US)
News•Feb 20, 2026
Killing the Goose that Lays the Gold Medal
The article argues that America’s refusal to welcome talent jeopardizes its dominance in both sports and scientific research. It cites Vice President JD Vance’s criticism of skier Eileen Gu, who, though U.S.-born, competes for China, as evidence of the broader issue....
By Project Syndicate — Economics
News•Feb 20, 2026
Will You Get a Tariff Refund After the Supreme Court Ruling?
The Supreme Court struck down the Trump administration’s IEEPA‑based tariffs in a 6‑3 decision, opening the possibility of refunds on more than $175 billion of duties collected since early 2025. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent noted the Treasury holds roughly $774 billion to...
By Money.com
News•Feb 20, 2026
Average Net Worth and Assets by State – 2026 Study
SmartAsset’s 2026 study ranks 43 U.S. states by median household net worth, revealing a ten‑fold gap between the richest and poorest states. Hawaii tops the list with a median net worth of $692,700, while Arkansas sits at the bottom with...
By SmartAsset – Blog
News•Feb 20, 2026
Four Years of War in Europe
Four years after Russia’s invasion, Europe has become the primary financier and arms supplier for Ukraine, while the United States under President Trump has largely stepped back from direct involvement. The conflict has spurred unprecedented battlefield innovation, notably Ukraine’s mass‑produced...
By Foreign Policy
Social•Feb 20, 2026
Trade Wins Spark Brief Nifty Surge, Not Sustained Gains
When Trade Deal Announced. Nifty jumped 1100-1200 points📈 and within few minutes 500-600 points gone. And within 1 week almost down to the previous level.. So, don't be so excited after this US Supreme Court Decision. 📊 Gift Nifty only...
By Yogesh Mantri
News•Feb 20, 2026
Howard Hughes Holding’s Earnings Wobble as Ackman Asks For More Time
Bill Ackman's Pershing Square bought Howard Hughes Holdings for $900 million in May 2025 and is reshaping the commercial‑real‑estate firm into a diversified holding company. The firm announced a $2.1 billion acquisition of Vantage Group’s insurance business, slated to close this quarter....
By Commercial Observer
Social•Feb 20, 2026
Equity Risk Discount Signals Overvalued Market Amid Turmoil
An equity risk premium which has recently turned into an equity risk discount. (Historically, an awful launnching pad for future returns) Policy turmoil, slowing domestic economic growth, sticky inflation, circular financing deals in AI (holding up the econ data) and traditional...
By Doug Kass
Social•Feb 20, 2026
Real Energy Costs Have Declined Since 1960s
🚨New report from API 🚨: Energy & Inflation 2025 Highlights: - As a share of disposal income, energy expenditures have fallen since 1984 - In inflation adjusted terms, gasoline prices were lower in q4 2025 than in 1976 - Fuel costs have been declining...
By T. Mason Hamilton
News•Feb 20, 2026
What Is Trump’s China Policy?
Former President Donald Trump’s China policy is defined by contradictory impulses—pursuing short‑term commercial deals while simultaneously signaling a tougher stance on strategic issues like Taiwan and critical minerals. The administration’s “big‑tent” approach pits pro‑business officials against hard‑line hawks, creating strategic...
By Foreign Policy
News•Feb 20, 2026
Here Are the Federal Income Tax Brackets for This Year
The IRS released the 2025 federal income‑tax brackets and announced inflation‑adjusted thresholds for 2026. For 2025, the lowest rate of 10% applies to the first $11,925 of taxable income for single filers, while the 37% top rate kicks in above...
By Money.com
Social•Feb 20, 2026
SCOTUS Overturns Trump Tariffs, Global Markets Surge
Trump Tariffs (most of them, not all) struck down by SCOTUS. Immediate reaction on stocks: •US higher (Mag7 up led by GOOGL +4%). •Europe higher: London, Paris, Amsterdam at ATH. •Asia likely positive, but on the contrary the front loadings...
By Azharuddin | Azha Investing
Blog•Feb 20, 2026
You Didn’t Survive Residency to Overpay the IRS
Physicians are overpaying the IRS by $15,000 to $50,000 each year, largely because of missed deductions and inadequate tax planning. A recent Doc Wealth webinar highlighted how tailored strategies—such as S‑Corp elections, Solo 401(k) and cash balance plans, and cost‑segregation—can...
By Physician on FIRE
News•Feb 20, 2026
US Senator: ‘Much More Money than You Would Think’ in US Development
U.S. Senator Chris Coons told Devex at the Munich Security Conference that the United States allocates far more development assistance than most people realize. He warned that soaring defense budgets among the U.S. and its European allies could crowd out...
By Devex – News
Podcast•Feb 20, 2026•30 min
Methanol Market Trends, China MTO Outlook & MTBE Analysis
In this episode, senior fuels consultant Roel Salazar and VP of Methanol & Derivatives Dave McCaskill review the first two months of 2026 methanol market headlines, focusing on price movements, supply dynamics, and demand shifts. They examine China’s methanol‑to‑olefins (MTO)...
By Metals Movers (Argus series within Argus Media feed)
News•Feb 20, 2026
Now That Trump's Tariffs Have Been Ruled Illegal, Will Tech Prices Lower?
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6‑3 that most Trump‑era tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act were unlawful, effectively eliminating the 25 % flat tariffs on goods from Canada, China and Mexico while leaving steel and aluminum duties intact....
By Lifehacker – Two Cents (Money)
News•Feb 20, 2026
World Bank Chief's Role on Trump-Led Board of Peace Prompts Questions
World Bank President Ajay Banga joined President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace for Gaza reconstruction, igniting debate over the lender’s political neutrality. Critics warn his involvement could blur the Bank’s traditionally apolitical stance, while supporters argue his presence may temper...
By Devex – News
News•Feb 20, 2026
NATO Needs to Define the Substance of Its 1.5 Percent Pledge
At the 2025 NATO Summit in The Hague, allies committed to raising defense‑related spending to 1.5 percent of GDP by 2030, adding roughly $825 billion across the Alliance. The communiqué, however, offers no clear definition of which expenditures count toward this figure,...
By Atlantic Council – All Content
Social•Feb 20, 2026
Build‑to‑Rent: Proven Path to Wealth and Freedom
It’s not “get rich quick” but it is 100% an amazing vehicle to build wealth and freedom. Follow @chasecalhoun.realestate for more on build-to-rent and real estate investing. #realestate #investmentproperty #ceomindset
By Chase Calhoun
News•Feb 20, 2026
The Hydrogen Stream: Dutch Agribusiness Installs 1 MW Electrolyzer
Dutch tulip nursery Rainbow Colors has become the first agricultural firm to commission a 1 MW solid‑oxide electrolyzer for on‑site hydrogen generation, integrated with a solar array and battery storage. The system, built with Denmark’s Dynelectro and Ekinetix, can produce hydrogen...
By pv magazine
News•Feb 20, 2026
US Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs: Early Analysis From Chatham House Experts
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a 6‑3 decision striking down President Donald Trump’s global tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, finding the administration exceeded its authority. The ruling blocks the baseline 10% "Liberation Day" tariff and related...
By Chatham House – All Content
News•Feb 20, 2026
Louisiana Commission Approves $400M GOs
Louisiana’s State Bond Commission authorized up to $400 million in general‑obligation bonds, to be sold by competitive bid on April 16. The issuance will raise about $383.7 million, with roughly 67 % earmarked for state‑government capital projects, 26 % for local governments and the remainder...
By The Bond Buyer (municipal finance)
Blog•Feb 20, 2026
Vision Reveals Hidden Value in CRE. Math Captures It.
The article defines hidden value in commercial real estate as the measurable delta between an asset's current (as‑is) NOI and its future stabilized NOI. By running parallel discounted cash flow models—one reflecting present performance and another incorporating operational, leasing or...
By Adventures in CRE (A.CRE)
News•Feb 20, 2026
Tesla Is Making the Cybertruck Cheaper because It's Still Not Selling
Tesla announced a new dual‑motor Cybertruck priced at $59,990, $20,000 below the premium version, with a ten‑day limited‑time window. The move follows a steep sales decline, with U.S. deliveries falling 48% year‑over‑year and Q4 volumes down 68% from the prior...
By Quartz — Economy & Markets
Social•Feb 20, 2026
ChatGPT Forecasts Median Home Price Hitting
The future is bleak: "ChatGPT noted that the median home price today is around $420,000 and predicted it will rise to between $510,000 and $580,000 by 2030." "It based its analysis on the assumption that home prices will grow 4% to 6%...
By The Truth About Mortgage
Social•Feb 20, 2026
Accounting Rules Reveal Shutdown’s Massive Real GDP Loss
A fun(?) 🧵 on how nerdy government accounting rules had a big impact on Q4 GDP. And how they reflect how wasteful the 43-day government shutdown was. TL;DR: Small reduction in nominal federal spending in Q4. But a big decline in...
By Jason Furman
Social•Feb 20, 2026
28‑km Soybean Truck Queue Highlights Brazil Port Bottleneck
🇧🇷A 28-kilometer line of trucks waiting to deliver soybeans has formed outside Brazil's Miritituba river port. Just for reference, the journey from Sinop in north Mato Grosso - which is heavy in soybean production - is about 1,000 km (620...
By Karen Braun
Social•Feb 20, 2026
S&P Briefly Dips Negative, Marking a Ludacris Day
ludacris day means that sometime in the day the s and p turns negative after being substantially higher. the s and p did turn negative (briefly) qualifying as a ludacris day.
By Doug Kass
Social•Feb 20, 2026
Supreme Court Ruling Won’t Boost Dollar Amid Growing Policy Chaos
The rollout of reciprocal tariffs last April caused an alarming and sharp fall in the Dollar, so why isn't today's Supreme Court ruling causing the Dollar to rise? The April fall in the Dollar was about policy chaos in DC,...
By Robin Brooks
Social•Feb 20, 2026
GBP/USD Breaks Range Lows, 200‑DMA Test Ahead
British Pound Short-term Outlook: GBP/USD Breaks Range Lows – Can 200DMA Hold? https://t.co/yX3huN7zHS Daily & 240min Charts https://t.co/ZKGEjVWqUH
By Michael Boutros
Social•Feb 20, 2026
New Low-Cost, Tax-Efficient Benchmark ETF Arrives June 30
There has been near zero coverage in the endowment and foundation world about there now being a low-cost, tax-efficient investable benchmark ETF. June 30th can't come soon enough...
By Meb Faber
Social•Feb 20, 2026
Fed Minutes Reveal Mixed Inflation, AI Boosts Productivity
In this week's #OnInvesting, @LizAnnSonders and I talk about Fed minutes, mixed signals on inflation & unemployment, and weakness in the survey data. Liz Ann & @KevRGordon discuss the latest GDP report and the impact of tariffs, AI-driven investment and...
By Kathy Jones
Social•Feb 20, 2026
S&P Reverses Gains, Slides Downward After Recent Surge
S and P now down on the day (reversing 45 handles in last few minutes) From an hour ago... on @thestreetpro Dougie Kass Ludacris Day? @dougkass
By Doug Kass
Social•Feb 20, 2026
High Valuations Test Market Resilience in 2026
Markets flat near the highs + valuations near the upper end of history. Tom Martin of Globalt breaks down what that actually means—and what could sustain (or break) it in 2026! Our latest episode of the Market Misbehavior podcast: https://t.co/nA9bmU87rf...
By David Keller, CMT
Social•Feb 20, 2026
Ex‑US Value Soars, Advisors Still Underweight Benchmark
Value ex-US ripping again this year, spreading to US value too. Not a lot of discussion about it in my world yet. Every advisor we speak to still way underallocated relative to benchmark...
By Meb Faber
Social•Feb 20, 2026
IEEPA Threat Raises Tariff Ceiling, Shifts Negotiation Dynamics
While 15% is close to what many countries ended up negotiating with Trump, he invoked IEEPA to threaten much higher rates, providing powerful leverage. If 15% is an effective ceiling (outside 301/232 actions), that changes the bargaining dynamic.
By Greg Ip