Huntington National Bank Appoints Blake Absher to Lead Central Texas Growth Strategy
The Huntington National Bank has appointed Blake Absher as Central Texas Division President to lead regional growth and strengthen client relationships across Austin, San Antonio, Waco and Bryan-College Station.
The market’s big AI doubts are exposing the riskiest players
The dramatic rise and rapid unraveling of an AI-focused hedge fund is fueling fresh concerns about leverage, market concentration and the risks behind Wall Street’s booming artificial intelligence trade.
Exxon made $160 million per day last quarter as oil prices surged
Soaring oil prices fueled by the U.S.-Iran war have delivered record-breaking profits for ExxonMobil and Chevron, even as higher fuel costs continue to squeeze consumers.
Fact check: Eggs are cheaper than when Trump returned to office. ‘Everything else’? Absolutely not
While egg prices have dropped sharply since early 2025, new federal data show most everyday goods and services have become more expensive, undercutting claims that prices across the board are falling.
The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge cooled in June. It might not last
Lower gas prices briefly cooled inflation and boosted consumer spending in June, but economists warn renewed tensions with Iran and rising energy costs could quickly reverse those gains.
US economy’s growth was weaker than expected in the second quarter
The U.S. economy slowed more than expected in the second quarter as a widening AI-driven trade deficit weighed on growth, even as strong consumer spending and business investment kept the expansion on track.
H-E-B Partners With Communities In Schools of Houston to Help Students Start the School Year Ready to Learn
H-E-B is partnering with Communities In Schools of Houston for a back-to-school donation campaign that helps provide essential school supplies and resources to students across the Houston area.
FIFA’s plan to inject private money into the World Cup hit with abrupt UEFA boycott
European soccer’s governing body has unanimously backed a boycott of future FIFA World Cups, escalating a major dispute over plans to bring private investment into the sport’s biggest tournaments.
Mortgage rates climb to highest level in a year
Mortgage rates have climbed to their highest level in a year as the Iran war fuels oil-price fears and persistent inflation, adding new pressure to an already sluggish U.S. housing market.
Meta CEO Zuckerberg warns US shouldn’t ban Chinese AI models
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is urging the U.S. to compete with—not ban—Chinese AI, arguing that innovation, not restrictions, is the best path to winning the global artificial intelligence race.
China’s humanoid robots have been taking over the global market. Now the US is banning them
The Trump administration has banned new imports of Chinese-made humanoid and quadruped robots, escalating the U.S.-China technology rivalry over AI, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing.
Apple will now let you lease your next iPhone or Mac instead of buying it
Apple is rolling out a new leasing program for iPhones, Macs, and other premium devices, offering lower monthly payments as rising tech prices make buying new gadgets more expensive.
AI is making your life more expensive. Here’s how
Artificial intelligence is fueling more than innovation—experts say the AI boom is also pushing up electricity bills, electronics prices, and other everyday costs for American consumers.
LeBron James' arrival sparks shopping frenzy for Philadelphia 76ers gear at sports stores
LeBron James' move to the Philadelphia 76ers is already energizing the city, with fans flocking to stores for team merchandise and dreaming of a long-awaited NBA championship.
Millennials are trying to make minivans cool again
The minivan is making an unexpected comeback as millennial parents ditch expensive SUVs for family-friendly rides packed with sliding doors, hybrid efficiency, hidden comforts and plenty of cupholders.
