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    Divided Fed Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged
    In a 9-3 vote, the Fed policy committee chose patience in the face of elevated inflationary pressures, but the dissenting votes raise pressure for a rate hike in September.
  • Short Interest Monitor: AHR, FOXA, OKLO

    Short Interest Monitor: AHR, FOXA, OKLO
    The Short Interest Monitor tracks stocks with elevated and rising short interest. Explore the latest edition to gauge investor sentiment and positioning in key areas of the market.
  • AI Buildout Adds to Fed's Inflation Concerns

    AI Buildout Adds to Fed's Inflation Concerns
    Some argue AI will cool inflation over the long term, but the historic buildout is driving up demand and prices for a range of tech products, adding to inflationary pressures.

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