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Oil prices hit six-month high amid US-IRAN tensions and Middle East military activity
Oil prices rose nearly 2% to six-month highs as US-Iran tensions escalate with increased military activity in the Middle East and geopolitical concerns.
US pending home sales decline in January amid low inventory, NAR reports
US pending home sales fell 0.8% in January due to low housing inventory, according to the National Association of Realtors. Contracts dropped in the Northeast and South.
Canada’s global trade gap narrows; US-bound exports hit new low
Canada's trade deficit narrowed to C$1.31 billion in December 2025, driven by record non-U.S. exports and a decline in U.S.-bound shipments, Statistics Canada reports.
US manufacturing output rises 0.6% in January, largest gain in 11 months
US manufacturing output rose 0.6% in January 2026, marking the largest gain in 11 months amid tariff and interest rate pressures, the Federal Reserve reports.
US single-family housing starts rebound in January, building permits decline
U.S. single-family housing starts increased 4.1% in December, while permits for future construction declined 1.7%, reflecting challenges from high costs and mortgage rates.
JPMorgan Chase to open 160+ new branches in 30 US states in 2026
JPMorgan Chase plans to open over 160 new branches across 30 US states in 2026, expanding into new markets and hiring 1,100 employees as part of its growth strategy.
Henrico-based Arko Petroleum raises $183M in IPO
Henrico County-based Fortune 500 convenience store operator Arko closed its initial public offering last week of fuel subsidiary Arko Petroleum, raising $183.2 million.
Oil prices rise amid US-Iran nuclear talks and OPEC+ supply plans
Oil prices increased by about 1% ahead of US-Iran nuclear talks in Geneva, while OPEC+ plans to resume output increases from April. Tensions and supply factors influence the market.
Warner Bros Discovery considers reopening sale talks with Paramount, Bloomberg reports
Warner Bros Discovery is weighing reopening sale discussions with Paramount after a revised offer, while its board debates sticking with the Netflix deal.
S&P 500 ends up slightly as tech dips, inflation cools
U.S. consumer prices increased less than expected in January, prompting traders to slightly raise the chance of a 25 basis point interest-rate cut in June.
