MarketWatch First Take: Rush to beat China tariffs drives PC shipments higher, but that may bode ill for rest of 2019

Personal computer sales grew slightly in the second quarter, as companies tried to get more products out of China before more tariffs hit, combined with a better supply situation from Intel Corp. Press Release Distribution Service

Economic Preview: An economy gone ‘mad?’ The Fed is going to cut interest rates despite record stock prices, low unemployment

It’s a mad, mad, mad, mad world — or so one might believe looking at the U.S. economic picture. Stocks are hitting record highs and layoffs and unemployment are at 50-year lows, but the Federal Reserve is prepared to cut interest rates soon because it’s worried about the economy. Press Release Distribution Service

The Tell: How this one stock could ultimately be responsible for killing the bull market

“I am concerned the market is underestimating just how bad things could go for Boeing,” Bill Blain warned in his morning note. “When it does, the whole equity market will knee-jerk aggressively, triggering pain across all stocks.” Press Release Distribution Service

Avocado prices are skyrocketing, but it's not because of tariffs

Avocado prices are the highest for July in at least a decade, but the reasons might not be what you suspect. It’s not tariffs or potential tariffs.        Press Release Distribution Service

Ford knew Focus, Fiesta models had flawed transmission, sold them anyway

The carmaker says that it’s not a safety problem if your car slips into neutral on the highway.        Press Release Distribution Service

As Louisiana braces for a possible hurricane, it’s a timely reminder to always have ‘financial go-bag’

A driver’s license, passport, Social Security card or birth certificate are just some of the things you need to pack. Press Release Distribution Service

Economic Report: Consumer inflation edges up 0.1% in June, CPI shows, but price pressures still muted

Americans paid more for rent, clothes and autos in June, but consumer inflation was largely held in check by falling energy prices. Waning inflation is one of the chief reasons the Federal Reserve is likely to cut interest rates by the end of the month. Press Release Distribution Service

Don't get sidetracked, carry coupons and focus on price, say back-to-school shoppers

Your kids might want the hottest pair of sneakers, but to parents holding the purse strings, price matters most when shopping for back to school.        Press Release Distribution Service

Need to Know: Weak U.S. data could trigger 10% stock plunge, says strategist

Looking for surprises? Watch the data not the monetary policy says our call of the day from Elia Lattuga, the deputy head of strategy research at UniCredit. Press Release Distribution Service

The Ratings Game: Buyer beware: Endeavor IPO offers up a company with huge debt, volatile earnings, says Bernstein

Investors eyeing the initial public offering of entertainment giant Endeavor Group Holdings Inc. need a strong stomach, as they will be buying into a company with high debt levels and unpredictable and volatile earnings. Press Release Distribution Service

How to paint your way to a profitable, faster home sale

Painting a home before putting in on the market can be critical to selling it faster and for a better price. A fresh coat can add 1-3% to the price.        Press Release Distribution Service

Futures Movers: U.S. oil prices aim for fourth straight gain

U.S. oil futures aimed for a fourth straight advance in Tuesday trading, as broader financial markets awaited appearances this week by Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and any hints on the likelihood of an interest-rate cut later this month. Press Release Distribution Service

Outside the Box: This expense is probably burning a big hole in your budget

Worse, it’s losing value every day. Press Release Distribution Service

Why Tesla 'has a problem appealing to women': Electric cars, Elon Musk may be off-putting

In the first quarter, 69% of Tesla vehicles were registered by men and 31% by women, compared with Lexus’ 51-49, Acura’s 54-46 and Lincoln’s 56-44.        Press Release Distribution Service

Amazon Prime Day kicks off the months-long back-to-school shopping season

Amazon Prime Day has become the start of the back-to-school shopping season, and many retailers stand to gain. Press Release Distribution Service

Capitol Report: Biden, Harris and Sanders reveal their second-quarter fundraising trailed Buttigieg’s

Campaigns are disclosing their fundraising totals for the year’s second quarter ahead of a July 15 deadline when the figures must be reported. Press Release Distribution Service

The 5 best Prime Day deals you can get this Sunday

This Sunday, you can get an Echo, an Instant Pot, and more for Prime Day prices.        Press Release Distribution Service

Unlike Anderson Cooper, millions of Americans are counting on their family inheritance

The estate of socialite and businesswoman Gloria Vanderbilt is estimated at $200 million. Press Release Distribution Service

There’s a huge gap between what home buyers want and what’s for sale

There needs to be 94,000 homes priced between $100,000 and $340,000 to achieve equilibrium in the property market, according to a new study. Press Release Distribution Service

Get National Fried Chicken Day deals and free food at KFC, Burger King and more Saturday

Fried chicken is on the menu Saturday for National Fried Chicken Day. Find deals and freebies at KFC, Popeyes, McDonald’s, Wendy’s and more.        Press Release Distribution Service

Selling your home to an ‘iBuyer’ could cost you thousands

A MarketWatch investigation of iBuyers — businesses built on instant offers for homes — found that offers are much lower, and convenience not much better, than a seller could expect on the open real estate market. Press Release Distribution Service

Meet the little bank that’s helping immigrants achieve big American Dreams

A community bank in Queens, New York, is redefining lending to people who don’t fit the traditional models of creditworthiness. Press Release Distribution Service

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