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Investors’ AI Enthusiasm Powers S&P to Longest Weekly Winning Streak Since 2023
2026/05/22 | 2 mins.
Investors remain optimistic despite an uncertain backdrop in the Middle East. Plus: Shares of quantum-computing companies climb further after the Commerce Department announces $2 billion in grants. IMAX shares jump after the WSJ reports sales talks. Alexis Green hosts.

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Kevin Warsh Sworn In as Fed Chair
2026/05/22 | 2 mins.
Plus: A closely watched measure of consumer sentiment fell to a new low this month. And celebrity makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury has played a key role in derailing a multibillion-dollar deal between Estée Lauder and Spanish beauty company Puig. Alex Ossola hosts.

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Weight-Loss Drugs Show Surprising Ability to Stall Cancer
2026/05/22 | 2 mins.
Plus: GOP lawmakers pull a vote to limit President Trump’s Iran war powers. And SpaceX postpones the launch of its new Starship rocket. Daniel Bach hosts.

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Dow Hits Record High Amid Hopes of Mideast Peace Progress
2026/05/21 | 2 mins.
Plus: Nvidia stock slips despite beating analysts' expectations. And Spotify soars as the music streamer announces a new AI tool that lets users cover and remix songs. Alexis Green hosts.

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Walmart Sales Rise, Helping Offset Higher Fuel Costs
2026/05/21 | 2 mins.
Plus: The Trump administration will award $2 billion in grants to quantum computing firms. And, apartment owners AvalonBay and Equity Residential agree to merge. Alexis Moore hosts.

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