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美国能源信息署（EIA）：美国上周EIA原油库存下降901.4万桶，彭博用户预计增加260万桶、分析师预期增加67.375万桶，之前一周增加853万桶。

The USA need an extra end to beat Switzerland 7-6 in a dramatic finish to qualify for the women's curling semi-finals, knocking Great Britain out of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

The tendrils of the Epstein scandal keep growing for the UK’s royal family. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, already stripped of his princehood, was arrested today on suspicion of misconduct . His brother, King Charles, pledged Buckingham Palace’s “full and wholehearted support” with investigating authorities. The arrest appears to be the first of a UK royal since Charles I in the 17th century. While no charges have yet been filed, Mountbatten-Windsor’s apprehension follows further revelations about his relationship to Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted child sex offender who died in custody seven years ago. Evidence suggests the King’s younger brother may have shared confidential information with Epstein while serving as the government’s trade envoy. To be sure, the British monarchy isn’t alone in confronting the embarrassing connections revealed by the release of millions of Epstein files recently by the US Department of Justice. From Goldman Sachs’s former top lawyer to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and retail tycoon Leslie Wexner , Epstein’s network reads like a who’s who of the rich and powerful. Even Russian President Vladimir Putin makes an appearance. A 2014 document suggests the Kremlin leader was ready to receive the disgraced financier but that Epstein declined the offer after deeming it insufficient. What You Need to Know Today Time is running out for Iran and the US to ward off a new military clash. The United Nations nuclear watchdog told us today “there is not much time” to reach a compromise over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program. This week, the US has continued to accumulate military assets in the region, while Iran conducted naval drills with Russia that temporarily restricted some shipments through the Strait of Hormuz — a key choke point for energy exports. While the White House and oil traders have been relatively sanguine over the potential for a conflict to seriously impact world energy prices, Bloomberg Opinion ’s Javier Blas writes they may be...

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News from the labor market and on the inflation front has been consistent with a fairly low-volatility environment, says Will Marshall, Goldman Sachs head of US Rates Strategy. On this Macro Matters episode of the FICC Focus podcast series, Marshall joins host Ira Jersey, BI’s chief US rates strategist, to discuss rate volatility’s move lower, expectations for the Federal Reserve’s monetary and balance sheet policy, the Treasury yield curve and the relationship of swap spreads and Treasury yield

NEW YORK, February 19, 2026--EverPass Media ("EverPass"), the premier media and technology platform delivering premium live sports content to commercial businesses, today announced a commercial distribution agreement for Apple TV’s sports programming – featuring Formula 1 ("F1") in the U.S., Major League Soccer ("MLS") and Major League Baseball ("MLB") with "Friday Night Baseball". The agreement expands EverPass’ existing premium sports library, making Apple TV’s live sports content available to

It's no secret that you'll pay a lot for healthcare in retirement. You'll have monthly premiums and possibly more doctor visits than you did when you were younger. Even if you're a pretty healthy person, a single injury could result in tens of thousands of dollars in unexpected costs. Fortunately, you don't have to pay for your medical expenses entirely out of your own pocket because you'll be able to count on Medicare in retirement. However, misunderstanding the role Medicare plays in your retirement healthcare plan could lead to massive out-of-pocket costs. Here's what you need to know to ensure all your bases are covered. Image source: Getty Images. Continue reading

SoundHound AI (NASDAQ: SOUN) is positioning itself as an independent voice and agentic AI platform for enterprises that want control over their data and brand. If adoption scales and losses narrow, the upside could be meaningful for long-term investors. Stock prices used were the market prices of Feb. 5, 2026. The video was published on Feb. 13, 2026. Continue reading

倫敦富時100指數收報10,627點，跌59點。 巴黎CAC 40指數收報8,398點，跌30點。 德國DAX指數收報25,043點，跌234點。

美国国家公路交通安全管理局称：部分 2024–2025 款奇骏 SUV 的电子节气门总成齿轮可能发生断裂 日产 正在召回 超 30 万辆奇骏 SUV ，部分车型存在电子节气门齿轮故障及发动机故障风险，可能提高撞车概率。 负责车辆安全监管与召回的美国国家公路交通安全管理局（NHTSA）表示， 搭载日产 1.5 升三缸 VC-Turbo 发动机的 2024–2025 款奇骏 SUV ，其 电子节气门总成内的齿轮可能发生断裂 。 本次问题涉及的召回数量为 318，781 辆 。 解决方案为：经销商将为车主重新刷写车载软件，并检查、更换必要零件。 该监管机构同时表示， 323，917 辆 2023–2025 款奇骏 可能存在发动机故障问题，会导致行驶动力丧失。 NHTSA 指出，轴承故障可能造成发动机缸体破损，导致高温机油泄漏，进而 增加发动机起火风险 。 针对该问题，经销商将重新刷写发动机控制模块（ECM）软件、读取故障诊断码，并对车辆进行路试。 责任编辑：郭明煜

NANCY PAUWELS/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. ( NCLH ) benefited from major positive price action this week after investor Elliott Investment Management disclosed that it has taken an activist position in the cruise line company, causing a 12% share price increase. Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has been underperforming its cruise line peers in recent years, mainly due to high operating costs as well as a high amount of debt that the company still carries from the sector bailout from 2020. I like the investment setup here, however, and believe the activist involvement could drive the share price higher in 2026... if Elliott Investment Management unlocks value, pushes for cost cuts, and accelerates debt repayments. Seeking Alpha Previous Rating I recommended shares of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings as a buy last time in May 2025 -- Too Cheap To Ignore -- which resulted in a strong buy rating at the time, chiefly because I liked the sector post-pandemic recovery. In my opinion, the new activist stake in the cruise line company creates a powerful catalyst for NCLH and its investors, as Elliott Investment Management is likely going to push for an improvement in the firm’s operating and financial performance. Activist Stake Is A Major Catalyst For NCLH, Potential To Correct Under-Performance On February 17, 2026, Elliott Investment Management disclosed a massive 10% economic interest in Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, positioning itself as one of the company's largest shareholders. The activist investor is set to seek the addition of new independent directors on the company’s board and is likely to push for significant concessions from management in terms of lowering operating costs as well as the NCLH's formidable debt. Elliott Investment Management has so far called for a comprehensive reconstitution of the cruise line company’s board, criticizing recent leadership choices. Additionally, the institutional investor is allegedly seek...

Investors in Cheniere Energy Inc. (Symbol: LNG) saw new options begin trading today, for the April 17th expiration. At Stock Options Channel, our YieldBoost formula has looked up and down the LNG options chain for the new April 17th contracts and identified one put and one cal

Investors in Harmony Gold Mining Co. Ltd. (Symbol: HMY) saw new options begin trading today, for the April 17th expiration. At Stock Options Channel, our YieldBoost formula has looked up and down the HMY options chain for the new April 17th contracts and identified one put and

A version of this article first appeared in the CNBC Property Play newsletter with Diana Olick. Property Play covers new and evolving opportunities for the real estate investor, from individuals to venture capitalists, private equity funds, family offices, institutional investors and large public companies. Sign up to receive future editions, straight to your inbox. Capital deployment into property technology took a major jump to start 2026, even though overall deal volume didn't change much, according to a new report. Fifty prop tech and adjacent companies raised approximately $1.7 billion globally during the month, according to a monthly report from the Center for Real Estate Technology and Innovation. That's a 176% gain from January 2025, when 48 deals closed totaling $615 million. "The comparison highlights a critical dynamic shaping the current venture environment: deal count has remained stable, but capital deployment has accelerated sharply," wrote Ashkán Zandieh, founder and managing director at CRETI. "Early-year data suggests that investor appetite has not broadly expanded across all stages, but rather concentrated around fewer, larger, and more established platforms." The average dollar amount per deal rose from roughly $12.8 million in January 2025 to about $34 million in January 2026. A small number of very large transactions clearly had their impact, suggesting that there is not a general inflation in early-stage funding, but more willingness among big investors to make bigger bets. Seed, pre-seed and Series A funding made up only a small share of total investment. Venture and corporate rounds made up $459 million, "reflecting sustained support for companies beyond initial product-market validation," according to Zandieh. Examples of that in January included Mews, Property Finder and Span, which saw infusions from large, multi-investor syndicates that included growth equity firms, corporate venture arms and institutional asset managers. "One of the fac...

Douglas Rissing/iStock via Getty Images The Supreme Court is likely to rule on the Trump Administration’s International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs as early as tomorrow. So far, prediction markets put the chances of ruling against the Trump Administration above 70%, and as far as I can tell, the general legal consensus is that the Administration’s legal arguments, at best, stand on shaky ground. Two lower courts have already ruled against the tariffs as well. Ultimately, I believe the IEEPA tariffs will be overturned, and this will likely provide a strong tailwind for investment markets. However, I also suspect that markets could be in for more turmoil in the weeks ahead as the Trump Administration turns to other legal foundations to enact protectionist trade measures, thus increasing turmoil. While I don’t believe the Supreme Court ruling is likely to completely end the current bull market, it’s wise for investors to consider the potential impact of the Court’s decision (including if it bucks expectations and upholds the tariffs). If The Supreme Court Rules Against Tariffs, Expect Short-Term Bounce, But Increased Turmoil Thereafter If the Supreme Court overturns these tariffs as widely expected, I’d be surprised by anything but a solid market U.S. equity bounce. So far, inflation has been more tame than what was widely expected when President Trump first kicked off the global trade war. However, this seems to be due to difficulties passing costs along to customers, thus forcing businesses to absorb more of the costs. Quite simply, many people are already tight on cash and don’t have room to spend more. Retail sales were flat in the 2025 holiday season, and price-conscious consumers chased promotions and deals rather vigorously. In the restaurant industry, those businesses that have failed to prioritize value have struggled . Rent and house prices in at least some markets appear to be peaking and retreating. So on and so forth. That said, turbulenc...

In trading on Thursday, shares of Xeris Biopharma Holdings Inc (Symbol: XERS) crossed below their 200 day moving average of $6.76, changing hands as low as $6.41 per share. Xeris Biopharma Holdings Inc shares are currently trading off about 6.5% on the day. The chart below sho

Shareholders of Federal Realty Investment Trust (Symbol: FRT) looking to boost their income beyond the stock's 4.3% annualized dividend yield can sell the August covered call at the $115 strike and collect the premium based on the $1.85 bid, which annualizes to an additional 3.5

Devyani Saltzman, described as Barbican’s ‘driving force’, leaves few weeks after arrival of new CEO Salman Rushdie, John Akomfrah and Pankaj Mishra are among more than 170 cultural figures who have signed an open letter to the Barbican expressing concern over the departure of its arts director, Devyani Saltzman. Saltzman, who became director of arts and participation at the Barbican in February 2024, is leaving the institution amid a significant leadership change a few weeks after its new CEO joined . Continue reading...

公司称，收购 Eucalyptus 将助力其拓展澳大利亚与日本市场 Hims & Hers 健康公司已同意以 11.5 亿美元 收购数字健康企业 Eucalyptus，以扩大其地域覆盖范围。 Hims & Hers 将在交易完成时支付 2.4 亿美元现金 。剩余对价包括交易完成后 18 个月内的 担保递延付款 ，以及截至 2029 年初与特定财务目标完成情况挂钩的 额外或有付款 。 本次交易的大部分资金将来自公司现有现金及美国业务未来的运营现金流。 公司表示，收购 Eucalyptus 将助力其 进入澳大利亚和日本市场 ，并扩大在英国、德国和加拿大的业务布局。 “Hims & Hers 计划扩充本地专业团队，升级基础设施，使其能够将在美国成功建立并持续运营的模式推广至全球更多人群，触达数以百万计的用户。” 公司称，将与地区专家合作，以符合当地需求的方式进入新市场。 收购完成后，Eucalyptus 首席执行官蒂姆・多伊尔将负责 Hims & Hers 的 国际业务 。 本次交易预计于 今年年中 完成。 Hims & Hers 此前已明确表示，正寻求拓展国际业务。 公司首席执行官安德鲁・杜杜姆在 11 月的财报电话会议上表示：“我认为，人们对现有医疗服务的不满，以及对更贴心、以消费者为中心的医疗服务的需求，是非常普遍的。” 他补充称，公司有能力 “在所有这些主要市场中迅速成为赢家”。 目前，Hims & Hers 正面临 诺和诺德 提起的诉讼，后者要求禁止其销售仿制版减肥药物。诺和诺德指控 Hims & Hers 销售定制版药物，侵犯了其 Ozempic 与 Wegovy 减肥产品的相关专利。 Hims & Hers 则批评该诉讼是对平价药物选择的打击。 责任编辑：郭明煜

Every weekday the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer holds a "Morning Meeting" livestream at 10:20 a.m. ET. Here's a recap of Thursday's key moments. 1. The S & P 500 fell Thursday as tensions brewed between the U.S. and Iran. With the geopolitical uncertainty on the rise, Jim Cramer said Thursday's stock market sluggishness could be a sign that some traders want to take down their equity exposure into the weekend. Crude prices are also spiking on concerns about potential supply disruptions out of Iran, an OPEC member. CrowdStrike is among the Club stocks bucking the broader market, up about 1%. But it's still down around 10% year to date, and Jim said he believes the security risks from growing AI adoption a big driver for CrowdStrike's business thwarting attacks. "This is what I'd buy first," Jim said. "This is the one to buy because it's business is getting stronger with more [agentic AI]." 2. Club holding Texas Roadhouse will report quarterly earnings after the bell. Although we're expecting strong same-store sales for the steakhouse chain, Jim is worried about weaker margins due to beef inflation. Management has already guided commodity inflation of 7% for 2026. Still, if this figure goes up, it could means bad news for the portfolio stock. The Club cut our Texas Roadhouse position in half on Wednesday ahead of earnings. It was our third sale of 2026. 3. Massive orders for Boeing 's jets couldn't send the stock any higher. Shares fell nearly 1% Thursday despite news that the company signed a deal to sell around 100 aircrafts to Vietnamese-based carriers. The orders are worth more than $30 billion. The move lower doesn't change our conviction in Boeing though. Jim said he remains "steadfast" on the company's turnaround plan with CEO Kelly Ortberg in charge. 4. Stocks covered in Thursday's rapid fire at the end of the video were: Walmart , DoorDash , Carvana , Molson Coors and Dell. (See here for a full list of the stocks in Jim Cramer's Charitable Trust.) As a ...

Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! Top of the league, Wembley trip booked, sweeping through Europe, and blessed with a cushty FA Cup draw – it’s fair to say the Arsenal garden is in full, radiant bloom. At least, it was until they travelled to a wet and windy Molineux to play a match the Premier League surreptitiously slipped into the schedule like a worm tablet hidden in a dog’s dinner. In Wolves, Mikel Arteta’s side were facing a team who are not only the worst in the top flight by some distance, but one who have only recently begun battling to avoid going down as the most awful of all time. Having taken a two-goal lead, the only logical question centred around how many more Arsenal would spank past their hapless hosts. Instead, logic gave way to the objective hilarity of a collective on and off-field meltdown as the Gunners managed to turn what should have been a stroll into an inexplicable 2-2 draw. This is an extract from our daily football email … Football Daily. To get the full version, just visit this page and follow the instructions . Continue reading...

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Monument & Cathedral Holdings has withdrawn its unsolicited non-binding proposal to acquire the shares of MarketWise ( MKTW ). In October 2025, the subscription services platform that provides financial research, software, education, and tools for investors had received a buyout proposal from Monument & Cathedral to acquire all remaining shares of the company for $17.25 per share in cash. The withdrawal comes after feedback from the MarketWise board's special committee that the offer price per share undervalues the MKTW stock. More on MarketWise MarketWise: Trading At 5x FCF With Solid Top-Line Momentum MarketWise estimates Q4 billings to rise 42% Y/Y Seeking Alpha’s Quant Rating on MarketWise Historical earnings data for MarketWise Dividend scorecard for MarketWise

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Investors in Franco-Nevada Corp (Symbol: FNV) saw new options become available today, for the October 16th expiration. One of the key data points that goes into the price an option buyer is willing to pay, is the time value, so with 239 days until expiration the newly available

Investors in First Majestic Silver Corp (Symbol: AG) saw new options begin trading today, for the October 16th expiration. One of the key data points that goes into the price an option buyer is willing to pay, is the time value, so with 239 days until expiration the newly tradi

In trading on Thursday, shares of Trinity Capital Inc (Symbol: TRIN) crossed below their 200 day moving average of $15.19, changing hands as low as $15.14 per share. Trinity Capital Inc shares are currently trading down about 2.6% on the day. The chart below shows the one year

Leon Botstein spent half a century building Bard College from a tiny school in New York’s Hudson Valley into an elite liberal arts institution known for its progressive agenda. Now, despite his well-documented relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and consternation from some students and alumni, those decades leading the school are helping Botstein avoid the fate of Wall Street leaders, politicians and academics, forced into stepping down. Instead of hiding, the school still plans to throw a gala in his honor at luxury Manhattan event venue Cipriani next month, celebrating his accomplishments after 50 years at the institution. Botstein spent time with the disgraced financier, including on a trip to the Caribbean in 2012, according to emails released by the US Department of Justice . One message shows photographs of Epstein and Botstein together in an office surrounded by books. Botstein said that Epstein was a prospective donor, not his friend, and that his interactions were “solely focused on the effort to secure funds for the programs of Bard College,” in a letter to the campus on Feb. 10. He noted the school was facing financial constraints at the time after the 2008 recession. The longtime principal conductor of the American Symphony Orchestra has been president of Bard since 1975, a very rare tenure among US college heads who are often embattled with political and social pressures. Under his leadership, the school built its first endowment which reached $1 billion this year. Botstein is synonymous with the school itself, having served as its head since his late 20s. Forcing him to depart would be tantamount to closing the college altogether, said longtime trustee Asher Edelman , who joined the board in the 1970s and is now a life trustee. “He led this college to be the leading light in liberal arts education,” he said in an interview. Bard, located about two hours north of New York City, has about 1,900 undergraduate students across its camp...

In trading on Thursday, shares of Aegon Ltd (Symbol: AEG) crossed below their 200 day moving average of $7.47, changing hands as low as $7.26 per share. Aegon Ltd shares are currently trading off about 6.8% on the day. The chart below shows the one year performance of AEG shar