https://lendingscorelabs.com Clear information, better decisions. en-us https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/bill-maher-blasts-trump-over-war-deal-we-got-nothing https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/bill-maher-blasts-trump-over-war-deal-we-got-nothing 2026-06-21T01:52:49.485961+00:00 The HBO host publicly criticized President Trump's handling of a war ceasefire, arguing the U.S. walked away with no tangible gains. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/ap-news-highlights-top-stories-at-a-glance https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/ap-news-highlights-top-stories-at-a-glance 2026-06-21T01:52:49.224048+00:00 A roundup of the most significant breaking news stories tracked by the Associated Press this morning. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/ubs-cuts-chewy-price-target-to-24-on-macro-headwinds https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/ubs-cuts-chewy-price-target-to-24-on-macro-headwinds 2026-06-21T01:52:49.018841+00:00 UBS lowered its price target on Chewy from $32 to $24, citing growing macroeconomic pressures weighing on the pet retailer. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/wells-fargo-raises-s-p-500-target-in-signal-to-investors https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/wells-fargo-raises-s-p-500-target-in-signal-to-investors 2026-06-21T01:52:46.501016+00:00 Wells Fargo issued a revised S&P 500 price target, sending a directional signal to equity investors watching Wall Street forecasts. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/iran-claims-strait-of-hormuz-closed-as-talks-head-to-switzerland https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/iran-claims-strait-of-hormuz-closed-as-talks-head-to-switzerland 2026-06-21T01:52:45.253391+00:00 Iran's military command announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz while negotiators departed for Switzerland amid rising tensions. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/iran-army-declares-strait-of-hormuz-closed-over-mou-breach https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/iran-army-declares-strait-of-hormuz-closed-over-mou-breach 2026-06-21T01:52:43.501164+00:00 Iran's military announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, citing a memorandum of understanding breach in a major regional escalation. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/coindesk-executive-says-bitcoin-could-rival-smartphone-revolution https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/coindesk-executive-says-bitcoin-could-rival-smartphone-revolution 2026-06-21T01:52:41.489355+00:00 CoinDesk's president of indices and data is urging investors not to dismiss bitcoin, comparing its potential impact to that of the smartphone. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/jinkosolar-to-pay-1-50-annual-dividend-on-july-9 https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/jinkosolar-to-pay-1-50-annual-dividend-on-july-9 2026-06-21T01:52:41.305133+00:00 JinkoSolar Holding Company will distribute a $1.50 annual dividend to shareholders on July 9, according to a new report. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/mv-capital-management-initiates-stake-in-amd-stock https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/mv-capital-management-initiates-stake-in-amd-stock 2026-06-21T01:52:38.708147+00:00 MV Capital Management Inc. has taken a new position in Advanced Micro Devices, signaling fresh institutional interest in the chipmaker. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/ford-eyes-500-million-ai-windfall-should-you-buy-now https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/ford-eyes-500-million-ai-windfall-should-you-buy-now 2026-06-21T01:52:37.057922+00:00 Ford projects up to $500 million in AI-driven gains. Analysts debate whether the moment is right for investors to act. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/worthington-financial-partners-buys-894k-stake-in-applied-materials https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/worthington-financial-partners-buys-894k-stake-in-applied-materials 2026-06-21T01:52:36.343968+00:00 Worthington Financial Partners LLC disclosed a new $894,000 investment in chipmaking equipment giant Applied Materials, Inc. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/dividend-portfolio-that-outearns-social-security-plus-part-time-work https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/dividend-portfolio-that-outearns-social-security-plus-part-time-work 2026-06-21T01:52:34.012324+00:00 A well-structured dividend portfolio can generate more income than Social Security benefits and a part-time job combined, offering retirees a powerful alternative income stream. personal-finance https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/rockefeller-capital-holds-202m-stake-in-tjx-companies https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/rockefeller-capital-holds-202m-stake-in-tjx-companies 2026-06-21T01:52:32.292351+00:00 Rockefeller Capital Management disclosed a $202.09 million position in TJX Companies, signaling continued institutional confidence in the off-price retailer. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/strategy-s-preferred-stock-strc-loses-par-value-in-sharp-selloff https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/strategy-s-preferred-stock-strc-loses-par-value-in-sharp-selloff 2026-06-21T01:52:31.011392+00:00 Strategy's preferred stock STRC collapsed below par value, raising fresh questions about the firm's leveraged bitcoin treasury model. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/rockefeller-capital-increases-stake-in-jpmorgan-jepi-etf https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/rockefeller-capital-increases-stake-in-jpmorgan-jepi-etf 2026-06-21T01:52:30.920088+00:00 Rockefeller Capital Management boosted its position in the JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF, signaling continued institutional interest in income-focused strategies. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/how-to-reduce-the-tax-bite-on-your-required-minimum-distributions https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/how-to-reduce-the-tax-bite-on-your-required-minimum-distributions 2026-06-21T01:52:28.797360+00:00 RMDs are taxable, but smart strategies can help retirees keep more of their retirement savings. Here's what you need to know. personal-finance https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/national-vision-director-buys-50-000-shares-in-776k-transaction https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/national-vision-director-buys-50-000-shares-in-776k-transaction 2026-06-21T01:52:27.213637+00:00 National Vision director Michael Nicholson purchased 50,000 shares of common stock in a transaction valued at approximately $776,000. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/vericrest-private-wealth-buys-72-847-shares-of-ishares-bond-etf https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/vericrest-private-wealth-buys-72-847-shares-of-ishares-bond-etf 2026-06-21T01:52:26.726991+00:00 Vericrest Private Wealth made a notable move into fixed income by acquiring tens of thousands of shares in iShares Core U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/sonic-labs-loses-three-board-executives-as-s-token-falls-5 https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/sonic-labs-loses-three-board-executives-as-s-token-falls-5 2026-06-21T01:52:24.932821+00:00 Andre Cronje, Michael Kong, and David Richardson have resigned from Sonic Labs' board, sending the S token down 5% amid leadership upheaval. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/winthrop-partners-wny-acquires-25-929-verizon-shares https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/winthrop-partners-wny-acquires-25-929-verizon-shares 2026-06-21T01:52:24.647355+00:00 Winthrop Partners WNY LLC disclosed a new stake in Verizon Communications, picking up 25,929 shares of the telecom giant. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/billionaires-flag-rapid7-among-top-tech-stocks-to-sell-now https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/billionaires-flag-rapid7-among-top-tech-stocks-to-sell-now 2026-06-21T01:52:19.326156+00:00 High-profile billionaire investors are signaling it's time to exit Rapid7 and select other tech names amid shifting market conditions. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/how-to-budget-for-big-travel-splurges-in-retirement https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/how-to-budget-for-big-travel-splurges-in-retirement 2026-06-21T01:52:18.593352+00:00 Retirement travel dreams require early planning. Experts warn against waiting too long to take those bucket-list trips. personal-finance https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/pudgy-penguins-trading-cards-land-in-target-stores-nationwide https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/pudgy-penguins-trading-cards-land-in-target-stores-nationwide 2026-06-21T01:52:16.923931+00:00 The NFT-based Pudgy Penguins brand is rolling out its Vibes Series 3 trading cards at Target stores across the U.S., deepening its push into physical retail. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/us-iran-nuclear-talks-open-as-strait-tension-rises-over-lebanon https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/us-iran-nuclear-talks-open-as-strait-tension-rises-over-lebanon 2026-06-21T01:52:16.918118+00:00 Washington and Tehran launched a new round of diplomacy Sunday amid escalating regional tensions linked to Lebanon fighting. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/abbvie-nears-10-9b-acquisition-of-apogee-therapeutics https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/abbvie-nears-10-9b-acquisition-of-apogee-therapeutics 2026-06-21T01:52:14.825319+00:00 AbbVie is reportedly close to a $10.9 billion deal to acquire Apogee Therapeutics, a move that would significantly expand its immunology pipeline. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/john-a-wolfe-associates-buys-1-25m-shares-of-jpmorgan-ultra-short-income-etf https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/john-a-wolfe-associates-buys-1-25m-shares-of-jpmorgan-ultra-short-income-etf 2026-06-21T01:52:14.712279+00:00 The firm acquired more than 1.25 million shares of JPST, signaling a notable move into short-duration fixed income. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/prospect-capital-agrees-to-sell-valley-electric-company https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/prospect-capital-agrees-to-sell-valley-electric-company 2026-06-21T01:52:14.495368+00:00 Prospect Capital Corporation has struck a deal to divest Valley Electric Company, marking a notable portfolio move for the business development firm. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/texas-brothers-plead-guilty-in-8m-crypto-kidnapping-case https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/texas-brothers-plead-guilty-in-8m-crypto-kidnapping-case 2026-06-21T01:52:12.394086+00:00 Two Texas brothers admitted to holding a Minnesota family at gunpoint and forcing an $8 million cryptocurrency transfer. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/social-security-and-medicare-face-looming-insolvency-threats https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/social-security-and-medicare-face-looming-insolvency-threats 2026-06-21T01:52:11.615891+00:00 Trustees reports reveal urgent financial pressures on Social Security and Medicare, with implications for millions of Americans dependent on both programs. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/world-investment-advisors-buys-stake-in-quanta-services https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/world-investment-advisors-buys-stake-in-quanta-services 2026-06-21T01:52:10.889612+00:00 World Investment Advisors added Quanta Services shares to its portfolio, signaling institutional confidence in the infrastructure giant. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/could-this-company-become-the-nvidia-of-ai-inference https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/could-this-company-become-the-nvidia-of-ai-inference 2026-06-21T01:52:04.590617+00:00 A emerging player in AI inference hardware is drawing comparisons to Nvidia's dominance in AI training chips. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/iran-s-revolutionary-guards-stand-to-gain-most-from-sanctions-relief https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/iran-s-revolutionary-guards-stand-to-gain-most-from-sanctions-relief 2026-06-21T01:52:04.396987+00:00 The IRGC's vast commercial empire is poised to be the biggest beneficiary if Washington lifts economic sanctions on Tehran. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/cathie-wood-makes-52-million-bet-on-surging-tech-stock https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/cathie-wood-makes-52-million-bet-on-surging-tech-stock 2026-06-21T01:52:03.704925+00:00 ARK Invest's Cathie Wood deployed $52 million into a high-flying tech stock, signaling renewed conviction in growth equities. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/trump-and-meloni-clash-over-disputed-g7-summit-photo https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/trump-and-meloni-clash-over-disputed-g7-summit-photo 2026-06-21T01:52:02.600799+00:00 A photograph from the G7 summit has sparked a public dispute between President Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/hsbc-trims-pepsico-stake-by-65-701-shares-in-latest-filing https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/hsbc-trims-pepsico-stake-by-65-701-shares-in-latest-filing 2026-06-21T01:52:02.600564+00:00 HSBC Holdings PLC disclosed a notable reduction in its PepsiCo position, selling 65,701 shares of the beverage and snack giant. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/ncino-stock-under-20-is-ncno-poised-for-a-breakout https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/ncino-stock-under-20-is-ncno-poised-for-a-breakout 2026-06-21T01:52:01.319249+00:00 nCino lands on a watchlist of sub-$20 stocks with explosive potential. Here's what investors should know. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/mda-space-acquires-blue-canyon-technologies-for-620m https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/mda-space-acquires-blue-canyon-technologies-for-620m 2026-06-21T01:51:59.780280+00:00 MDA Space is purchasing RTX-owned Blue Canyon Technologies in a $620M deal, expanding its satellite and space systems capabilities. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/qxo-wins-over-99-early-tender-for-topbuild-notes https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/qxo-wins-over-99-early-tender-for-topbuild-notes 2026-06-21T01:51:59.277632+00:00 QXO, Inc. secured more than 99% early tender participation for outstanding TopBuild notes, signaling strong bondholder support for the deal. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/cathie-wood-sells-nearly-60-million-in-growth-stocks https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/cathie-wood-sells-nearly-60-million-in-growth-stocks 2026-06-21T01:51:55.659073+00:00 ARK Invest's Cathie Wood unloaded close to $60 million in high-profile growth stocks in a notable portfolio shakeup. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/how-to-gain-broad-ai-exposure-without-picking-individual-stocks https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/how-to-gain-broad-ai-exposure-without-picking-individual-stocks 2026-06-21T01:51:48.661328+00:00 Investors tracking daily AI headlines can capture the full trend through a single diversified fund rather than betting on individual names. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/hsbc-holdings-increases-stake-in-progressive-corporation https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/hsbc-holdings-increases-stake-in-progressive-corporation 2026-06-21T01:51:47.406445+00:00 HSBC Holdings PLC expanded its equity position in Progressive Corporation, signaling institutional confidence in the insurance giant. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/cathie-wood-bets-on-pony-ai-amid-tepid-billionaire-interest https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/cathie-wood-bets-on-pony-ai-amid-tepid-billionaire-interest 2026-06-21T01:51:47.029408+00:00 ARK Invest's Cathie Wood is backing autonomous vehicle startup Pony AI even as broader billionaire investor enthusiasm for the stock stays muted. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/hsbc-holdings-acquires-shares-in-rtx-corporation https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/hsbc-holdings-acquires-shares-in-rtx-corporation 2026-06-21T01:51:45.820034+00:00 HSBC Holdings PLC has taken a new position in RTX Corporation, the defense and aerospace giant, according to recent filings. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/iran-closes-strait-of-hormuz-as-nuclear-talks-head-to-switzerland https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/iran-closes-strait-of-hormuz-as-nuclear-talks-head-to-switzerland 2026-06-21T01:51:45.819962+00:00 Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz and dispatched its negotiating team to Switzerland for fresh US talks, signaling simultaneous pressure and diplomacy. policy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/billionaires-flagging-mongodb-as-a-tech-stock-to-sell https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/billionaires-flagging-mongodb-as-a-tech-stock-to-sell 2026-06-21T01:51:45.708542+00:00 High-profile investors are reportedly souring on MongoDB. Here's what the billionaire sentiment shift means for MDB shareholders. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/pagaya-closes-upsized-800m-aaa-personal-loan-abs-deal https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/pagaya-closes-upsized-800m-aaa-personal-loan-abs-deal 2026-06-21T01:51:45.707522+00:00 Pagaya Technologies sealed an $800 million asset-backed securities deal rated AAA, signaling strong institutional appetite for consumer credit paper. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/tourism-drives-major-economic-impact-in-bullitt-county-kentucky https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/tourism-drives-major-economic-impact-in-bullitt-county-kentucky 2026-06-21T01:51:45.497882+00:00 Tourism is generating significant revenue for Bullitt County and the state of Kentucky, underscoring the industry's growing economic role. economy https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/insight-enterprises-launches-ai-cyber-threat-defense-service https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/insight-enterprises-launches-ai-cyber-threat-defense-service 2026-06-21T01:51:42.403643+00:00 Insight Enterprises debuts Managed Exposure Defense to help businesses counter the growing wave of AI-powered cyberattacks. business https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/wedbush-trims-nice-price-target-despite-ai-platform-optimism https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/wedbush-trims-nice-price-target-despite-ai-platform-optimism 2026-06-21T01:51:40.726763+00:00 Wedbush analysts cut their price target on NICE stock while still expressing confidence in the company's AI platform potential. markets https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/wipro-stock-climbs-on-buyback-program-and-servicenow-deal https://lendingscorelabs.com/article/wipro-stock-climbs-on-buyback-program-and-servicenow-deal 2026-06-21T01:51:35.707839+00:00 Wipro Limited shares gained ground as investors reacted to a share buyback program and a new partnership with ServiceNow. markets