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New text from the Clarity Act seeks to prohibit stablecoin issuers from paying interest on holdings while allowing transaction-based rewards. The move aims to prevent digital assets from undermining the core deposit functions of US depository institutions.

• Prohibits yield based solely on holding stablecoin reserves
• Protects depository institutions from direct competition

Huntsman expects its semiconductor-grade specialty amines to contribute over $5 million by 2026. The company is adjusting pricing to maintain margins against rising raw material costs.

• Expected $5M+ contribution by 2026
• Focus on semiconductor-grade specialty amines

Gold and silver futures advanced following the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady. Simultaneously, crude oil prices declined as investors weighed potential diplomatic breakthroughs with Iran.

• Fed keeps interest rates unchanged
• Powell signals continuity as future Fed governor

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square Capital Management has completed a $5 billion IPO for its asset management arm and closed-end fund. The capital is earmarked for a long-term investment strategy mirroring the approach of Warren Buffett.

• Successful $5 billion capital raise
• Dual offering of asset manager and closed-end fund

Nvidia continues to outpace competitors Broadcom and AMD, leveraging massive capital expenditures from hyperscale cloud providers. The company's fiscal 2026 results underscore a significant lead in both revenue growth and profitability.

• Q4 FY2026 revenue surged 73% to $68.1 billion
• Net profit margins reached a high of 63%

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite reached all-time highs during Friday's session. This performance marks the fifth straight week of gains for the primary US equity indices.

• S&P 500 closed at a record high
• Nasdaq Composite closed at a record high

Newell Brands saw its stock price climb over 11% after reporting first-quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations. The company also raised its full-year outlook for both net sales and adjusted earnings per share.

• Q1 net sales of $1.55 billion beat analyst estimates of $1.51 billion
• GAAP net loss narrowed to $33 million ($0.08/share) from $37 million YoY

Gasoline prices have climbed nearly 50% since the onset of hostilities with Iran. Regular unleaded fuel has reached $4.42 per gallon, placing significant pressure on consumer spending.

• Gasoline prices hit $4.42 per gallon
• Nearly 50% price increase since conflict began

Riot Platforms shares rose 8% following an expansion of its data center partnership with AMD. The move signals a strategic shift toward high-performance computing as bitcoin mining revenues face headwinds.

• AMD capacity expanded to 50MW with potential for 150MW
• Projected 10-year revenue of $636 million from AMD deal

The S&P 500 closed modestly higher on Friday, buoyed by positive corporate earnings and a decline in oil prices. Investors are now shifting focus to after-hours activity for several specific equities.

• S&P 500 gained 0.3% to close the week
• Retreating oil prices provided market support

The annual 'Bazaar of Bargains' in Omaha signaled a shift in leadership as new CEO Greg Abel engaged directly with shareholders and employees. The event underscored the ongoing transition of power from Warren Buffett to Abel.

• Greg Abel's increased visibility as CEO
• Warren Buffett's reduced role in annual marquee events

Major US indexes climbed to all-time highs this week. The rally was driven by strong mega-cap earnings and gains in the energy sector.

• US indexes hit record highs
• Energy sector gains linked to crude oil