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The U.S. economy shed 23,000 jobs in July, a sign that the labor market had not stabilized after four months of positive growth.The unemployment rate ticked down only slightly to 4.1%.Economists surveyed by Dow Jones were expecting the release to show 83,000 added roles, more than June’s 57,000. In yet another troubling sign for the labor market, the Bureau of Labor Statistics said that it revised down the prior two months by a combined 103,000. May’s jobs total was cut by 66,000 to 129,000 total jobs added, while June’s total was lowered by 37,000 to a total gain of 57,000.The…

Key Points751 shares purchased for ~$101,573 on July 30, 2026.The transaction represents a 63% increase in the insider’s direct equity holdings.Equity holdings following the trade consist entirely of 1,937 shares held directly.The purchase was executed at $135.25 per share, compared to a July 30, 2026, market close of $130.39.Edward F. Callahan, the VP of Engineering at Badger Meter, Inc.(NYSE:BMI), purchased 751 shares of common stock on July 30, 2026. SEC Form 4 filingTransaction summaryMetricValueTransaction value~$101,573Shares purchased751Post-transaction shares (directly held)1,937Post-transaction value$252,565.43Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($135.25); post-transaction value based on July 30, 2026, market close…

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is automating jobs previously requiring human intelligence.  Some experts predict that AI will soon do most computer jobs.  Should we halt the deployment of AI to prevent a jobs apocalypse? Let’s first consider the impact of the elimination of professions on individuals, which economists often gloss over.  Our market economy is based on voluntary exchange.  We must trade for things we want because producers will not give them away. Our economy also involves the division of labor.  We specialize in one thing and trade for everything else.  More precisely, most people specialize in one narrow task, like…

On August 9, 2026, traders are watching IoTeX crypto sit in an uncomfortable spot: daily momentum runs hot while the broader market refuses to cooperate. The RSI prints 75.77 deep in overbought territory, yet the daily regime remains neutral and the Fear & Greed Index reads 31. IOTX/USDT — daily chart with candlesticks, EMA20/EMA50 and volume. Key takeaways Daily RSI at 75.77 signals overbought conditions inside a neutral daily regime, creating tension between momentum and structure. The Fear & Greed Index stands at 31, with total crypto market capitalization around $2.29 trillion and 24-hour volume down over 40%. Bitcoin dominance…

LONDON, Aug. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — International Equity Group, a London-based wealth management and investment advisory firm, today announced the expansion of its global advisory and client service capabilities, supporting investors seeking diversified access to international financial markets while maintaining a relationship-led approach to wealth management. Headquartered in Canary Wharf, the firm has broadened its market coverage across Europe, the United States, and Asia, with additional advisory resources intended to support private clients, corporate professionals, institutions, and consultants with cross-border investment needs. The expansion includes enhanced portfolio reporting tools, wider multi-asset investment coverage, and increased access to market analysis…

Key Highlights Real estate ETFs are regaining investor attention as property markets continue adjusting to evolving economic conditions. Industrial and logistics properties remain among the strongest real estate investment themes. Residential and diversified REITs continue offering income-oriented investment opportunities. Data centres and digital infrastructure real estate remain fast-growing segments. Investors continue evaluating occupancy levels, rental growth and balance sheet strength. Diversified REIT ETFs remain popular for long-term income and portfolio diversification. Why Real Estate ETFs Continue Attracting Canadian Investors Real estate remains an important asset class for investors seeking portfolio diversification and income generation. Rather than purchasing individual properties,…

Kevin O’Leary is turning away from NFTs and putting millions into rare, physical collectibles, specifically high-end sports cards. The “Shark Tank” star and O’Leary Ventures chairman recently co-purchased a $13 million dual Logoman card featuring Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan, he said during an interview with CoinDesk TV’s Jennifer Sanasie. The card is one-of-a-kind, and O’Leary—often called “Mr. Wonderful”—sees it as a cornerstone of his growing “index” of unique collectibles. “The majority of the returns over 20 years have accrued to the collectors who bought the piece uniques,” O’Leary said, comparing the strategy to his long-standing investments in Andy Warhol…

Economists have rapidly abandoned forecasts for another interest rate increase ahead of next week’s Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) meeting, with softer inflation and a cooling labour market now expected to keep the cash rate at 4.35 per cent. Mere weeks ago, several forecasters believed the central bank would need to tighten policy again after warning inflation remained too persistent. However, the June quarter inflation figures have since altered that outlook, prompting the major banks to instead forecast a hold when the Reserve Bank’s monetary policy board meets on 11 August. Although the consensus has shifted, economists believe the RBA…

Stablecoin is becoming more and more like regular money and is no longer just a market for trading cryptocurrency. An analysis by a16z indicates that cryptocurrency payment cards have reached monthly purchases totaling over $750 million.  For its part, in the past, users would first sell their stablecoins on an exchange before taking out cash to deposit into a bank account. However, now through a crypto card, a user can spend stablecoins, and the payment system will automatically convert them into the local currency of the merchant. Businesses can now accept standard fiat payments without having to accept cryptocurrency directly. …