The S&P 500 has gained 13.5% in 2026, outpacing US consumer prices, which rose 3.4% over the 12 months through July. The trend also holds over the longer term. Historical data show that the index has outpaced US inflation in 16 of the past 20 calendar years. How the S&P 500 Has Performed Against Inflation
The crypto market will welcome tokens worth around $1.5 billion in the first week of September 2026. Major projects, including Hyperliquid (HYPE), Ethena (ENA), and Sui (SUI), will release significant new token supplies. These unlocks could introduce market volatility and influence short-term price movements. So,
Bitcoin (BTC) is up roughly 24% in August, its largest monthly advance of 2026. This month’s rally lifted the asset from the $60,000s to briefly over $80,000. However, three warning signs now emerge: exchange balances, exchange-traded fund (ETF) flows, and spot demand have all turned less supportive during the closing