Ward: Security

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USD Share as Global Reserve Currency Drops to Lowest Since 1994

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International students are good for America

President Trump's plan to allow 600,000 Chinese students to study at U.S. universities could generate $43 billion for the U.S. economy, while a 17 percent decline in international student enrollment could cost the U.S. economy $18 billion and widen the existing gap in STEM talent.

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At the edges of the AI data center boom, rural America is up against Silicon Valley billions

When a multibillion-dollar AI data center proposal pit developers against a handful of rural Arizona residents, the locals were outgunned and outvoted.

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China Industrial Profits Decline in November as Demand Cools

China’s industrial profits fell for a second month in November, adding to signs that weakening domestic demand and persistent deflation are weighing on corporate earnings.

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China industrial profits plunge as weak demand and deflation bite

Steep fall in November nearly wipes out profit growth in 2025 as Beijing steps up pressure on over-investment

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Brutal Year for Stock Picking Spurs Trillion-Dollar Fund Exodus

The last thing a diversified fund manager wants is to run a portfolio dominated by just seven technology companies — all American, all megacap, clustered in the same corner of the economy. Yet as the S&P 500 pushed to fresh records this week, investors were again forced to confront a painful reality…

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What’s next for the global economy in 2026?

2025 was the year of tariffs and a global shift in economic power.

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Fed Data Show December Surge in 10-Year Treasury Delivery Fails

Delivery fails involving 10-year Treasury notes surged to the highest level in eight years this month, a result of the Federal Reserve’s move to shrink its bond portfolio since 2022.

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Italy and Spain shake off ‘periphery’ tag as borrowing premiums hit 16-year low

Rome and Madrid rewarded by investors for cutting deficits, while France and Germany look to borrow more

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Home equity loan vs. reverse mortgage: Which will be better for seniors in 2026?

Knowing which option is best could have a big impact on seniors' finances in the new year.

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Why some Americans kept spending in 2025 despite concerns about the economy

Some Americans enjoyed massive gains in the stock market during 2025, while others cut corners as prices grew higher. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on the U.S. economy as 2026 approaches.

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How much can you sell a 100-ounce bar of silver for right now?

A 100-ounce silver bar could fetch a hefty price today, but the exact amount depends on a few different factors.

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Business doesn’t fear regulations — it fears the uncertainties they cause

Throughout history, entrepreneurs have always dealt with uncertainty. Today, in most countries — and especially in this one — it's an almost annual shifting of political winds.

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Do your current job skills even meet market demand?

A recent survey from Headway found that American workers are far more confident in their skills than reality supports. This disconnect is emerging in a landscape where 62 percent of workers are considering leaving their current role, and 42 percent are actively applying for new jobs. Another 20 perc…

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