NewsNote

CNBC: Japan second-quarter GDP grows 1.1% on an annualized basis, missing expectations On an annualized basis, Japan saw growth of 1.1%, against estimates of 2%. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/17/japan-gdp-misses-estimates-trade-exports-yen-nikkei.html

CNBC: From Apple to Ford: How Chinese tech is becoming harder for global companies to ignore Global companies are increasingly tapping Chinese technology for its growing capabilities and scale, even as geopolitical risks remain. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/14/china-tech-global-appeal-apple-ford-catl-deepseek.html

CNBC: Why the historic U.S.-Japan intervention has failed to halt the yen’s slide The Japanese yen has erased about half of the gains from an unprecedented U.S.-Japan intervention less than two weeks ago. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/12/japan-yen-us-dollar-intervention-.html

CNBC: Believe the unbelievable in this market — things can be different this time Here is what's so amazing: These four unbelievably performing stocks remain the most hated and feared on Wall Street. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/16/cramer-believe-the-unbelievable-in-this-market-things-can-be-different.html

CNBC: Top U.S. commander acknowledges mental health issues on USS Lincoln Cooper's visit and statement come after reports of widespread morale and mental health concerns aboard the Lincoln. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/16/top-us-commander-acknowledges-mental-health-issues-on-uss-lincoln.html

CNBC: The internet's grandma has advice for late bloomers: 'It doesn't all have to be perfect' Kim Murstein and Gail Rudnick are the duo behind "Excuse My Grandma," an advice podcast that dives into life, love and other issues across generations. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/16/grandma-gail-advice-for-late-bloomers-it-doesnt-all-have-to-be-perfect.html

CNBC: What the results of a Connecticut congressional primary race may mean for Social Security Rep. John Larson of Connecticut, an advocate for expanding Social Security, was ousted in a Democratic primary contest Tuesday. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/16/social-security-john-larson-connecticut-primary.html

CNBC: Top Wall Street analysts like these 3 dividend stocks for steady income Investors looking for steady income can add dividend-paying energy stocks to their portfolios. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/16/top-wall-street-analysts-like-these-dividend-stocks-for-steady-income.html

CNBC: Secret outperformer: Dispelling the 'myths' about an unloved stock market European markets fly under the radar when compared with larger and more liquid U.S. markets, but Goldman Sachs offered to dispel some of the myths. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/16/goldman-stock-market-outperformance.html

CNBC: Anthropic revenue reportedly jumps to more than $11.5 billion in second quarter The jump in revenue underscores the rapid growth of the Claude chatbot maker as it prepares for a potential blockbuster initial public offering. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/15/anthropic-revenue-jumps-to-over-11point5-billion-in-q2-report.html

CNBC: Prediction markets and sports betting: How this UK exchange is trying to do both in the U.S. Smarkets is entering the U.S. prediction market race but also applying to run as a sportsbook within states amid regulatory uncertainty at the federal level. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/15/prediction-markets-and-sports-betting-how-this-uk-exchange-is-trying-to-do-both-in-the-us.html

CNBC: College can cost $100,000 a year. Here's how families are covering the tab Because families struggle to pay for school, many students and their parents increasingly depend on federal and private aid to help foot the bill. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/15/how-families-pay-for-college-as-tuition-costs-soar.html

CNBC: AOC says she's been saving up to freeze her eggs. Here's how much the procedure can cost AOC is highlighting the cost of freezing her eggs. Here's what to know about health insurance coverage, state laws and taxes associated with the process. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/15/aoc-egg-freezing-costs-insurance-taxes.html

CNBC: Inflation moderated as Intel and Nvidia fueled the AI trade in last week's market No surprises on inflation and new financing developments in the artificial intelligence trade drove the record-breaking action on Wall Street last week. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/15/inflation-moderated-as-intel-and-nvidia-fueled-the-ai-trade-in-last-week-market.html

CNBC: Depleted strategic oil reserve nears level that raises concerns about damage to caverns, operations The rapid drawdown of the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve could damage the caverns that store the oil, experts warn. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/15/strategic-petroleum-reserve-spr-oil-iran-war-caverns.html

CNBC: Marijuana reform is emerging as a midterm elections issue on both sides of the aisle With November's midterms fast approaching, cannabis reform is an issue. It's popular with voters, but its power to tilt elections remains uncertain. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/15/cannabis-marijuana-legalization-midterm-elections.html

CNBC: Berkshire adds $17 billion to Alphabet stake Google parent Alphabet is now the third largest holding in Berkshire Hathaway's equity portfolio. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/15/berkshire-adds-17-billion-to-alphabet-stake.html

CNBC: Between earn-nothing cash, broken long-term bonds, these are the safety trades of 2026 market Investors have flocked to short-term investments like ultra-short bond funds in anticipation of a stock market correction and with long-term bonds broken. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/15/cash-money-market-funds-bonds.html

CNBC: I drove Tesla FSD, Rivian Autonomy+ ‘hands-free’ driving systems. Here’s how they compare Rivian is trying to catch up to Tesla's "hands-free" capabilities, but with additional safety guardrails that the Elon Musk company doesn't have. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/15/rivian-tesla-self-driving-adas-fsd.html

CNBC: How long will software-defined cars last? The auto industry doesn't know yet Cars that run on software offer benefits automakers and many customers say older cars cannot compete with. But some analysts worry the vehicles might not last. https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/15/software-defined-vehicles-rivian-tesla.html