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Mortgage rates reached their highest level in nearly 11 months, climbing to 6.58% for 30-year fixed loans as of July 23, 2026, according to Freddie Mac, driven by surging oil prices tied to escalating Middle East tensions. The 30-year rate had not been this high since August 2025, marking a significant climb from the 2026 low of 6.09%. Bankrate’s latest lender survey put the rate at 6.60%, with 15-year mortgages rising to 5.92% to 5.96%, depending on the source. Oil prices crossed $100 per barrel for the first time since May, fueled by renewed conflict between the United States and…

Track your investments for FREE with Simply Wall St, the portfolio command center trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. Cullen/Frost Bankers (CFR) heads into its upcoming July 30 earnings report with expectations for higher revenue and a year over year earnings increase, which is keeping investor attention firmly on the stock. See our latest analysis for Cullen/Frost Bankers. The recent 1-month share price return of 8.83% and year-to-date share price return of 28.13% suggest momentum in Cullen/Frost Bankers ahead of its earnings update, while the 5-year total shareholder return of 77.48% points to a solid longer-term outcome for…

Large- and mid-cap funds can work well for investors who want more growth potential than a large-cap fund without moving entirely into the sharper swings of mid caps. Large companies lend stability; mid-sized businesses add room for faster earnings growth. The real test, though, is whether the fund manager can balance the two, avoid overpaying in buoyant markets and still participate meaningfully when risk appetite returns.When we recommended Bandhan Core Equity Fund in December 2023 , it was a three-star fund in our bl.portfolio Star Track Ratings. The investment case rested on a marked turnaround, improving return consistency, a diversified…

Sat, July 25, 2026 at 2:46 PM UTCThere’s a concerning new trend of more people turning to personal loans just to pay everyday bills likes groceries and utilities.It could cost you long after the monthly bills are paid. A new LendingTree analysis shows more than 8% of personal loan requests are now for routine expenses.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThat’s more than double the rate from just a few years ago.Instead, you should cut or pause all nonessential spending to help cover necessities without borrowing.You can also contact your utility company, landlord or lender before taking…

Cowry Treasurers Limited, a subsidiary of Cowry Asset Management Limited, has announced that its Cowry Equity Fund ranked among Nigeria’s 10 best-performing equity mutual funds in the first half of 2026, posting a 51.27 per cent year-to-date return as of June. The performance placed the fund sixth nationally, reflecting strong gains in the country’s equities market during the period. According to the company, the ranking underscores the effectiveness of its investment strategy and portfolio management approach amid improving investor confidence in the Nigerian capital market. Launched in August 2022, the Cowry Equity Fund is designed to provide investors with long-term…

Cavan’s Leona Maguire posted her first over-par round of the week on day three of the ISPS HANDA Women’s Scottish Open at Dundonald Links on Saturday as the 31-year-old remains in T11 heading into the final round. Saturday’s conditions proved to be the most difficult so far as wind and rain bellowed around the Gailes in Ayrshire, making the links course even more unforgivable, so Maguire can be happy to not let the round get away from herself as she posted a respectable one-over-par 73. Maguire made bogey at the fourth and fifth before getting one back from the course…

With markets fixated on Middle East tensions, energy supply risks, and shifting central bank signals, many investors are looking for companies that can still grow earnings while keeping their balance sheets in reasonable shape. That is exactly what the Healthy high growth potential screener looks for, focusing on businesses where analysts expect strong earnings growth over the next 3 years and that also sit in an acceptable financial position. In this article, you will see 3 of the stocks from this screener, giving you a focused starting list to research in more detail. Monolithisch India (NSEI:MONOLITH) Overview: Monolithisch India manufactures…

Blenheim Estate Homes is offering a three-month mortgage holiday and energy-efficient living at its Hill Rise site, with payments deferred until 2027 for buyers who complete in 2026. Karis McMahon-Lane, marketing manager for Pye Homes and Blenheim Estate Homes, said: “Our latest offer at Hill Rise is a win-win for house hunters — the opportunity to not only save on their energy bills but also benefit from a substantial break from mortgage payments, and use that money on other expenditures for the home.” Hill Rise is designed as a low-carbon, high-efficiency community, with each home achieving an A-rated Energy Performance…

A building in South Texas linked to the Gulf Cartel is headed to the auction block this fall after its former owner agreed to forfeit it as part of a federal criminal case.The commercial property, located at 21370 Military Highway 281 in San Benito, is scheduled to be auctioned online on Friday, September 18, according to the auction listing. The 1,845-square-foot commercial building sits on 1.6 acres and includes two offices, a break room, bathroom and attached garage.Martinez was sentenced to 11 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to running a yearslong scheme. Prosecutors said he and others fixed…

NatWest is offering a competitive savings account with a 5.25% interest rate. Customers can open an account with just £1, and the bank says it is an “ideal” account for people who want to save “little and often”.Regular savings accounts usually require people to deposit a set amount each month and make minimal to no withdrawals. They work well for disciplined savers who want to build their savings over time and typically offer higher interest rates than standard accounts. The Digital Regular Saver account stays open year after year, and customers will have instant access to withdraw the money if…