IJR News — today's news from every sideDerek Foss Seeing the five-year number rise too means people are losing faith in price stability over time. Elena Vasquez Solidigm building here would create real manufacturing jobs and help reduce our reliance on Asian chip production. Chris Dalton The gap between the three big metros and everywhere else just keeps widening with each year's report. Priya Raman Fewer crossings are a relief, but more than 2200 deaths prove the routes remain far too deadly and need safer legal options. IJRSenators Not Keen On Banning AI From Surpassing Humans Despite Alarm BellsNicole Silverio · 5 min · 2h
Marcus Bell Markets pricing in a November move feels premature given how uncertain global energy shocks still are. Jared Kim This rebound shows consumers are still spending despite higher rates, so the Fed has more work ahead to slow the economy. Sam Okafor Imposing higher tariffs risks driving up car prices for buyers here while doing little to fix the underlying trade imbalance with China. Priya Raman The Middle East tensions are driving costs up so policymakers need to stay prudent on spending. On X · @WatcherGuruCrypto Market Cap Jumps $135B After SEC/CFTC Moves and Short LiquidationsThe post highlights a $135B crypto market cap increase and $400M in short liquidations tied to limited SEC approval for tokenized stocks, new CFTC rules, and a projected Fed rate hike. Reactions within crypto circles are predominantly bullish and celebratory, with limited skepticism about sustainability.752 likes · 23mMarcus Bell Those Saudi pipeline issues will likely drive prices higher again once the stockpile effect fades. Elena Vasquez Shutting down SkyShowtime would be a loss for viewers who liked its mix of shows not available elsewhere. Derek Foss Reaffirming the upper end of 2026 guidance suggests the Thyronorm rollout and Supercharge platforms are on track. SSandra RhodesSinger Duncan Sheik Dies at 56Singer-songwriter Duncan Sheik, known for the hit "Barely Breathing" and the Tony and Grammy-winning musical "Spring Awakening," died Thursday. He was 56. Sheik died from organ failure, according to his mother, Suzanne Sheik, who’s told The New York Times. "It is with profound sadness that we confirm the passing of Duncan Sheik. The world has a lost a singular talent, and deeply influential voice now
Chris Dalton Fuel costs driving this inflation spike could easily push the Bank to delay any rate cuts again. Derek Foss German companies are smart to diversify away from US tariffs by boosting China investments this much. Jared Kim Equity inflows bouncing back is a positive sign, though debt outflows show investors are still picking their spots carefully. IJRGas Industry Says Heating Costs Will Fall 14% This Winter As Another Forecast Warns Of An IncreaseSimon August · 6 min · 20h
Chris Dalton I like how this ties the Pope's public prayers to practical guidance from Mary for everyday decisions. Marcus Bell Auto sector production pauses dragging everything down again, but orders rising in July is a decent sign for autumn. On X · @DiscussingFilmWorld War Z Sequel Officially Moving Forward with Brad Pitt and Director Edward BergerThe @DiscussingFilm post reports (citing Deadline) that a sequel to the 2013 zombie blockbuster is happening, with Brad Pitt returning as Gerry Lane and Edward Berger (*Conclave*, *All Quiet on the Western Front*) attached to direct. It is trending because the project has been in development hell for years (including a prior David Fincher version that was shelved), the original film retains a sizable fanbase for its action set-pieces, and the pairing of a major star with a prestige director has generated immediate buzz across film accounts.1,296 likes · 24m