Independent financial news, market analysis, and economic insight.https://idfspokesperson.com/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/exxon-chevron-q2-2026-profits-iran-war-windfall-tax/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/exxon-chevron-q2-2026-profits-iran-war-windfall-tax/Exxon Chevron profits reached $26.6 billion in Q2 2026 as Hormuz stayed shut and gas hit $4.11. See the numbers, the refining math, and the windfall tax push.Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/rafael-ipo-2026-iron-dome-israel-defense-listing/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/rafael-ipo-2026-iron-dome-israel-defense-listing/The Rafael IPO could price before year-end at a valuation above $20 billion. See what Iron Dome's maker is worth, what is holding the deal up, and who wins.Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/q2-2026-gdp-slows-15-percent-core-inflation-33/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/q2-2026-gdp-slows-15-percent-core-inflation-33/Q2 GDP growth came in at 1.5%, under the 1.8% forecast, while core PCE held at 3.3%. Here's what the miss means for Fed rate hikes and your portfolio.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/rafael-ipo-2026-israel-defense-listing/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/rafael-ipo-2026-israel-defense-listing/The Rafael IPO could land by year-end after 30% growth and a $23 billion backlog. See the valuation math, the Knesset hurdle, and what it means now.Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/oil-prices-jump-7-percent-iran-missile-attack-us-forces-july-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/oil-prices-jump-7-percent-iran-missile-attack-us-forces-july-2026/Oil prices Iran missile attack fallout: Brent crude jumped 7.2% to $90.12 and WTI rose 6.6% after IRGC strikes on U.S. forces. See what traders watch next.Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/golden-dome-israeli-air-defense-jinsa-drone-gap-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/golden-dome-israeli-air-defense-jinsa-drone-gap-2026/A JINSA report on Golden Dome Israeli air defense finds interceptors cost up to 97% less than US models. See why drones are the gap Washington must close.Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/netanyahu-trump-washington-meeting-iran-saudi-normalization-july-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/netanyahu-trump-washington-meeting-iran-saudi-normalization-july-2026/The Netanyahu Trump meeting in Washington puts Iran, Saudi normalization, and Israel's security guarantees at the center of a new Middle East order. Full preview.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/oil-prices-plunge-dow-rally-us-iran-strike-pause-july-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/oil-prices-plunge-dow-rally-us-iran-strike-pause-july-2026/Oil prices plunge about 5% and the Dow rallies after the US and Iran pause strikes, reviving hopes for Strait of Hormuz shipping. Here is what moved and why.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/shein-hong-kong-ipo-financials-valuation-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/shein-hong-kong-ipo-financials-valuation-2026/The Shein Hong Kong IPO targets a $40 to $50 billion valuation after net profit fell 40% to $1 billion. Discover the numbers, tariffs and risks.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iran-threatens-expand-war-us-strikes-pause-july-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iran-threatens-expand-war-us-strikes-pause-july-2026/Iran threatens to expand the war as US strikes pause after 13 nights and Netanyahu heads to the White House. Here's what it reveals about Tehran's position.Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/oil-prices-95-brent-six-week-high-red-sea-hormuz-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/oil-prices-95-brent-six-week-high-red-sea-hormuz-2026/Oil prices hit $95 for the first time in 6 weeks as Houthi threats choke the Red Sea and Hormuz stays shut. What the double blockade means for energy markets.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iran-war-cost-37-billion-hegseth-senate-hearing-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iran-war-cost-37-billion-hegseth-senate-hearing-2026/Iran war cost reaches $37.5 billion, Hegseth tells senators, as the Pentagon seeks $87.6 billion more. Inside the numbers, the fights, and what comes next.Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/valerie-mills-st-louis-small-business-marketing-consultant/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/valerie-mills-st-louis-small-business-marketing-consultant/Valerie Mills runs Mills Marketing in St. Louis, helping small businesses build social media strategies that prioritize consistency over virality.Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/kalshi-3-million-new-users-world-cup-final-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/kalshi-3-million-new-users-world-cup-final-2026/Kalshi World Cup trading hit $22.42 billion as 3 million new users joined and the Argentina vs Spain final topped $1.27 billion. See the full numbers.Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hadar-goldin-decade-long-idf-operation-return-body-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hadar-goldin-decade-long-idf-operation-return-body-2026/Discover how a 10-year IDF and Shin Bet operation brought Hadar Goldin home from Gaza: secret raids, double agents, and a family that never quit.Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/social-security-cola-2027-estimate-3-8-percent-74-dollar-increase/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/social-security-cola-2027-estimate-3-8-percent-74-dollar-increase/The Social Security COLA 2027 projection stands at 3.8%, adding about $74 to the average monthly check. See what the raise means for your benefits.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:15:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-iran-war-seventh-night-strikes-gulf-attacks-july-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-iran-war-seventh-night-strikes-gulf-attacks-july-2026/US strikes Iran for a seventh straight night as Tehran fires missiles at six Gulf states. Here is what the widening war means for oil and the region.Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/netflix-q2-2026-earnings-stock-drop-slowest-growth-since-2023/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/netflix-q2-2026-earnings-stock-drop-slowest-growth-since-2023/Netflix Q2 2026 earnings beat on EPS but weak Q3 guidance sent the stock down 9% to levels last seen in 2024. These are the numbers that spooked Wall Street.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-controls-60-percent-of-gaza-hamas-invasion-no-longer-possible/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-controls-60-percent-of-gaza-hamas-invasion-no-longer-possible/The IDF controls 60% of Gaza and a top general says another Hamas invasion is no longer possible. What the milestone means for Israel's border security.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/june-2026-cpi-inflation-falls-biggest-monthly-drop-since-2020/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/june-2026-cpi-inflation-falls-biggest-monthly-drop-since-2020/The June CPI report shows prices fell 0.4%, the biggest monthly drop since 2020, cutting inflation to 3.5%. See what it means for Fed rates and your wallet.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:20:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-lebanon-rome-talks-idf-pullout-pilot-july-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-lebanon-rome-talks-idf-pullout-pilot-july-2026/Israel-Lebanon talks resume in Rome as the IDF pullout pilot faces its first real test. Here's what Israel demands before any further withdrawal begins.Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:05:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/qatar-vetoes-volkswagen-rafael-iron-dome-deal-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/qatar-vetoes-volkswagen-rafael-iron-dome-deal-2026/Qatar's sovereign wealth fund vetoed the Volkswagen Rafael deal to build Iron Dome components in Germany, risking 2,300 jobs at the Osnabrück plant.Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/road-to-housing-act-becomes-law-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/road-to-housing-act-becomes-law-2026/The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act became law without Trump's signature. Here are 7 changes homebuyers, sellers, and builders should expect now.Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/circle-occ-bank-charter-usdc-national-trust-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/circle-occ-bank-charter-usdc-national-trust-2026/Circle won final OCC approval for a national bank charter, putting $73.2 billion in USDC under federal oversight. See what changes for crypto and banks.Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-iran-strikes-third-campaign-even-greater-force/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-iran-strikes-third-campaign-even-greater-force/Israel says it is ready to resume Iran strikes a third time with even greater force. See what Katz, Netanyahu and Zamir revealed and what could come next.Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/amazon-25-billion-bond-sale-ai-infrastructure-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/amazon-25-billion-bond-sale-ai-infrastructure-2026/The Amazon bond sale seeks at least $25 billion across eight tranches to fund AI infrastructure. Here is what the debt binge means for investors.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:45:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-high-tech-employment-record-defense-boom-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-high-tech-employment-record-defense-boom-2026/Israel high-tech employment hit a record 424,000 in Q1 2026 as defense hiring jumped 15.4%. Inside the numbers powering the boom and what comes next.Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:15:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/netanyahu-warns-trump-against-turkey-f-35-sale-nato-summit-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/netanyahu-warns-trump-against-turkey-f-35-sale-nato-summit-2026/Netanyahu urged Trump not to approve a Turkey F-35 sale hours before the president left for a NATO summit in Ankara. Here's why Israel drew a red line.Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:15:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/terawulf-anthropic-19-billion-data-center-lease-kentucky-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/terawulf-anthropic-19-billion-data-center-lease-kentucky-2026/The TeraWulf Anthropic deal locks in $19 billion over 20 years at a Kentucky data center, sending WULF stock up 18%. Here is what investors should know.Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:45:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/rafael-romania-spyder-largest-deal-israel-defense-export-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/rafael-romania-spyder-largest-deal-israel-defense-export-2026/The Rafael Romania Spyder deal, worth over €2 billion, is the largest contract in Rafael history and the second-biggest Israeli defense export ever.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/chip-stocks-record-first-half-2026-ai-boom/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/chip-stocks-record-first-half-2026-ai-boom/Chip stocks best first half on record arrived in 2026, with the SOXX up 108%. Here's what drove the semiconductor rally and what to watch next.Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israeli-palestinian-conflict-timeline-key-events/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israeli-palestinian-conflict-timeline-key-events/A comprehensive Israeli-Palestinian conflict timeline covering key events from 1948 to today with financial and geopolitical analysis.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israeli-air-force-operations-gaza-precision-strikes/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israeli-air-force-operations-gaza-precision-strikes/A comprehensive look at Israeli Air Force operations, from precision airstrike doctrine and roof-knocking warnings to advanced fighter technology.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-israel-military-alliance-partnership-history/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-israel-military-alliance-partnership-history/Explore the US Israel military alliance, from decades of strategic partnership to the $3.8B annual MOU, Iron Dome co-production, and joint exercises.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-freedom-of-action-lebanon-security-annex-hezbollah-tunnel-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-freedom-of-action-lebanon-security-annex-hezbollah-tunnel-2026/A classified annex to the Israel-Lebanon framework preserves full IDF freedom of action in the southern security zone and ties any withdrawal to conditions on the ground, not a fixed timeline.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:45:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-strikes-hamas-naval-police-commander-shahtout-gaza-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-strikes-hamas-naval-police-commander-shahtout-gaza-2026/Israel confirmed the elimination of Hamas naval police commander Mansour Shahtout and an October 7 attacker as the IDF sustains precision pressure on the terror group in Gaza.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/protein-boom-whey-shortage-dairy-industry-glp1-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/protein-boom-whey-shortage-dairy-industry-glp1-2026/Whey protein inventories have fallen roughly 50% since 2023 and prices have surged past $13 a pound as the GLP-1 boom and a national protein craze outpace what the dairy industry can produce.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:15:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/morgan-stanley-salt-new-oil-sodium-ion-batteries-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/morgan-stanley-salt-new-oil-sodium-ion-batteries-2026/Morgan Stanley says salt could become as strategically vital as oil as sodium-ion batteries scale, projecting market share jumping from 2% in 2027 to 37% by 2035.Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/federal-loans-new-nuclear-reactors-energy-dominance-financing-june-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/federal-loans-new-nuclear-reactors-energy-dominance-financing-june-2026/Federal loan support is poised to underwrite the first wave of new large US nuclear reactors, anchoring an $80 billion build-out as power demand from AI data centers surges.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:43:07 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/netanyahu-israel-weapons-independence-defense-self-reliance-june-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/netanyahu-israel-weapons-independence-defense-self-reliance-june-2026/Netanyahu told reserve combat officers that Israel must build its own weapons-production system, framing defense self-reliance as the foundation of long-term national strength.Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:43:07 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/south-korea-chip-bonuses-bank-of-korea-inflation-alert-june-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/south-korea-chip-bonuses-bank-of-korea-inflation-alert-june-2026/Samsung and SK Hynix chip workers are set to collect bonuses approaching $500,000, and the windfall has the Bank of Korea worried about inflation and housing-market pressure.Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:15:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-strikes-80-hezbollah-targets-after-four-soldiers-killed-lebanon-june-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-strikes-80-hezbollah-targets-after-four-soldiers-killed-lebanon-june-2026/Israel struck more than 80 Hezbollah sites across Lebanon after the Iran-backed group killed four IDF soldiers, including a battalion commander, in a direct violation of the ceasefire.Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-holds-line-south-lebanon-us-iran-framework-deterrence-june-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-holds-line-south-lebanon-us-iran-framework-deterrence-june-2026/Israel's defense minister vowed the IDF will stay in southern Lebanon's security zones and answer any Iranian strike with full force, even as a US-Iran framework moves toward signing.Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-intelligence-networks-lebanon-spy-escape-hezbollah-june-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-intelligence-networks-lebanon-spy-escape-hezbollah-june-2026/A man accused of working for Israeli intelligence slipped out of Hezbollah custody during an Israeli airstrike and disappeared, throwing a rare spotlight on the depth and sophistication of Israel's networks inside Lebanon.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:15:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/france-bars-israel-eurosatory-defense-expo-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/france-bars-israel-eurosatory-defense-expo-2026/France has officially barred Israel from official participation at the Eurosatory 2026 defense expo in Paris, drawing sharp condemnation from Jerusalem over a decision the Israeli Defense Ministry calls 'disgraceful.'Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/trump-iran-talks-oil-prices-surge-june-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/trump-iran-talks-oil-prices-surge-june-2026/President Trump told CNBC he 'couldn't care less' if Iran peace negotiations are over, sending oil prices surging past $95 a barrel as Iran vowed to completely close the Strait of Hormuz following Israeli strikes in Lebanon.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/anthropic-ipo-s1-sec-filing-965-billion-valuation-june-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/anthropic-ipo-s1-sec-filing-965-billion-valuation-june-2026/Anthropic has confidentially filed an S-1 registration statement with the SEC, setting the stage for a potential public offering as early as October 2026 at a near-$1 trillion valuation following its $965 billion Series H round.Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/sp500-nine-week-win-nasdaq-record-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/sp500-nine-week-win-nasdaq-record-may-2026/The S&P 500 closed May at 7,580 with a nine-week winning streak as Iran ceasefire hopes, a blockbuster Dell earnings report, and relentless AI enthusiasm drove markets to record highs.Sat, 30 May 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hormuz-oil-exports-iran-war-permanent-shift-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hormuz-oil-exports-iran-war-permanent-shift-2026/Even as US-Iran ceasefire talks advance, analysts warn that oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz may never return to pre-war levels due to mine risks, infrastructure shifts, and lasting shipper anxiety.Sat, 30 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iran-khamenei-grand-funeral-three-months-delay-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iran-khamenei-grand-funeral-three-months-delay-may-2026/Iran is laying groundwork for a grand state funeral for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, killed in the US-Israeli strikes of February 28, more than three months after his death.Sat, 30 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-readiness-iran-war-without-warning-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-readiness-iran-war-without-warning-may-2026/The IDF has entered a structured war-preparation posture as Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir orders immediate readiness across all branches for potential Iran conflict without prior warning.Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/rubio-iran-deal-few-days-us-strikes-ceasefire-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/rubio-iran-deal-few-days-us-strikes-ceasefire-may-2026/US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says a ceasefire extension and Strait of Hormuz deal with Iran is days away, even as US military strikes and Iranian threats complicate the talks.Thu, 28 May 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/uk-energy-bills-ofgem-price-cap-iran-war-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/uk-energy-bills-ofgem-price-cap-iran-war-2026/Ofgem announced a 13% rise in the UK energy price cap starting July 2026, driven by the Iran war's disruption of global energy markets, pushing gas bills up 24% for British households.Wed, 27 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-pushes-beyond-yellow-line-lebanon-hezbollah-drone-threat-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-pushes-beyond-yellow-line-lebanon-hezbollah-drone-threat-may-2026/Israel's military has crossed the April 17 ceasefire Yellow Line in southern Lebanon, expanding ground operations as Hezbollah drone attacks intensify and IDF casualties rise.Wed, 27 May 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-kills-mohammed-odeh-hamas-military-chief-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-kills-mohammed-odeh-hamas-military-chief-may-2026/Israel targeted Mohammed Odeh, Hamas's newly installed military chief, in a strike on Gaza City just 11 days after killing his predecessor Izz al-Din al-Haddad.Wed, 27 May 2026 02:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/japan-south-korea-stocks-records-iran-ceasefire-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/japan-south-korea-stocks-records-iran-ceasefire-may-2026/Japan's Nikkei 225 and South Korea's Kospi both hit record highs on Wednesday as markets digested US military strikes in Iran, fragile ceasefire dynamics, and a surging AI chip sector.Wed, 27 May 2026 02:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/sk-hynix-1-trillion-valuation-ai-chip-boom-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/sk-hynix-1-trillion-valuation-ai-chip-boom-may-2026/SK Hynix shares surged 11% on Wednesday as the South Korean chipmaker joined Samsung above the $1 trillion valuation milestone, fueled by insatiable demand for HBM memory in AI systems.Wed, 27 May 2026 02:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/european-stocks-rise-us-iran-talks-oil-falls-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/european-stocks-rise-us-iran-talks-oil-falls-may-2026/European stocks climbed to their highest levels since March 2 as US-Iran nuclear negotiations advanced, pushing Brent crude below $100 per barrel and lifting investor sentiment globally.Mon, 25 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/sp500-earnings-growth-highest-since-2021-mag7-other-493-q1-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/sp500-earnings-growth-highest-since-2021-mag7-other-493-q1-2026/Q1 2026 S&P 500 earnings growth hit 27.7%, the highest since Q4 2021, with the 'Other 493' companies posting 17.4% growth as profit gains broaden beyond Big Tech.Mon, 25 May 2026 12:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hezbollah-drone-kills-idf-soldier-leizer-southern-lebanon-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hezbollah-drone-kills-idf-soldier-leizer-southern-lebanon-may-2026/Sgt. Nehoray Leizer, 19, became the 10th IDF soldier killed under Lebanon's shaky ceasefire after a Hezbollah explosive drone struck his armored vehicle near Debel.Mon, 25 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gulf-ai-hub-ambitions-middle-east-war-data-centers-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gulf-ai-hub-ambitions-middle-east-war-data-centers-2026/The conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran is forcing data center developers and tech investors to rethink the Gulf's $100B+ AI infrastructure bet as attacks, energy risk, and uncertainty mount.Sun, 24 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/nvidia-200-billion-cpu-market-china-vera-rubin-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/nvidia-200-billion-cpu-market-china-vera-rubin-may-2026/Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the company's $200 billion CPU forecast assumes access to China, signaling confidence that H200 licenses and Vera Rubin...Sat, 23 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/bond-market-flipped-script-credit-stocks-divergence-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/bond-market-flipped-script-credit-stocks-divergence-may-2026/Investment-grade and high-yield credit are selling even as equities push higher, a textbook divergence that has correctly called past downturns.Sat, 23 May 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-alumot-ai-tech-division-battlefield-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-alumot-ai-tech-division-battlefield-may-2026/Israel's military stands up a new technology-operations hub, 'Alumot,' fusing combat soldiers with AI specialists to convert battlefield data into...Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/kevin-warsh-sworn-in-fed-chair-white-house-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/kevin-warsh-sworn-in-fed-chair-white-house-may-2026/Kevin Warsh takes the oath as the 17th chair of the Federal Reserve in a White House ceremony hosted by President Trump, the first Fed chair swearing-in...Fri, 22 May 2026 11:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-operation-epic-fury-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-operation-epic-fury-may-2026/Pentagon assessments show the US fired more than 200 THAAD interceptors and over 100 SM-3 and SM-6 missiles defending Israel from Iranian attacksFri, 22 May 2026 10:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/oil-prices-jump-iran-uranium-khamenei-directive-strait-hormuz-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/oil-prices-jump-iran-uranium-khamenei-directive-strait-hormuz-may-2026/U.S. crude jumped nearly 4% to $101.96 and Brent climbed to $108.34 after Iran's new supreme leader directed enriched uranium to remain in countryThu, 21 May 2026 13:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israeli-weapons-exports-record-2024-battle-tested-demand-surge-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israeli-weapons-exports-record-2024-battle-tested-demand-surge-2026/Israeli weapons exports topped $15 billion in 2024 and demand keeps accelerating in 2026, with even boycott-pledging governments quietly placing orders...Thu, 21 May 2026 12:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/bezos-zero-income-tax-bottom-half-earners-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/bezos-zero-income-tax-bottom-half-earners-may-2026/Amazon executive chairman Jeff Bezos called for eliminating federal income tax on the bottom half of American earners, arguing the 3 percent they...Wed, 20 May 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hedge-funds-record-tech-stock-selloff-nvidia-earnings-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hedge-funds-record-tech-stock-selloff-nvidia-earnings-may-2026/Hedge funds offloaded a record $4.6 billion in single stocks last week with $3.01 billion of that in tech, according to Bank of AmericaWed, 20 May 2026 13:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/irgc-threatens-regional-war-us-iran-strikes-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/irgc-threatens-regional-war-us-iran-strikes-may-2026/Iran's IRGC threatens a regional war will spread far beyond the Middle East if the United States and Israel resume strikesWed, 20 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/30-year-treasury-yield-519-percent-19-year-high-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/30-year-treasury-yield-519-percent-19-year-high-may-2026/The 30-year US Treasury yield surged to 5.198% on Tuesday, the highest level since July 2007. A BofA survey shows 62% of fund managers expect 6% nextTue, 19 May 2026 19:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/openai-guaranteed-capacity-secure-compute-altman-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/openai-guaranteed-capacity-secure-compute-altman-may-2026/OpenAI unveiled Guaranteed Capacity, a multi-year compute commitment program letting enterprise customers lock in access.Tue, 19 May 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-iran-war-renewal-prep-trump-tehran-deadline-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-iran-war-renewal-prep-trump-tehran-deadline-may-2026/Israel is preparing to renew the Iran war as Trump warns Tehran has only days, not weeks, to deliver a credible deal.Tue, 19 May 2026 13:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/treasury-yields-1-year-high-japan-30-year-record-bond-rout-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/treasury-yields-1-year-high-japan-30-year-record-bond-rout-may-2026/Global bond yields surged Monday with the US 10-year Treasury touching a 1-year high and Japan's 30-year JGB hitting a record above 4.Mon, 18 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/nextera-dominion-66-billion-acquisition-ai-power-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/nextera-dominion-66-billion-acquisition-ai-power-may-2026/NextEra Energy is buying Dominion Energy for $66.8 billion in an all-stock deal that creates the world's largest regulated utility and consolidates the...Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/trump-iran-jcpoa-2-deal-analysis-israel-warning-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/trump-iran-jcpoa-2-deal-analysis-israel-warning-may-2026/Israeli analysts warn that the framework Trump is negotiating with Iran is largely a refresh of the 2015 JCPOA Obama dealMon, 18 May 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/g7-finance-ministers-paris-strait-of-hormuz-economy/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/g7-finance-ministers-paris-strait-of-hormuz-economy/G7 finance ministers gather in Paris this week as Brent crude sits above $109, 30-year Treasury yields hit a one-year highSun, 17 May 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/uss-ford-326-days-iran-war-deployment-record/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/uss-ford-326-days-iran-war-deployment-record/The world's most advanced aircraft carrier docked at Norfolk after 326 days at sea, the longest deployment for any U.S.Sun, 17 May 2026 13:15:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/mortgage-escrow-shortages-2026-fixed-rate-payments-rising/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/mortgage-escrow-shortages-2026-fixed-rate-payments-rising/About 65% of escrow accounts are projected short in 2026, with the average shortfall hitting $2,157. Here's why a 30-year fixed mortgage no longer means a...Sun, 17 May 2026 12:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/blackrock-spacex-ipo-10-billion-investment-june-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/blackrock-spacex-ipo-10-billion-investment-june-2026/BlackRock is in talks to invest $5 billion to $10 billion in SpaceX's June 12 Nasdaq IPO, which is targeting a $1.Sat, 16 May 2026 19:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/china-us-tariff-cuts-trump-xi-summit-agriculture-deal-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/china-us-tariff-cuts-trump-xi-summit-agriculture-deal-2026/China's commerce ministry says Beijing and Washington will lower tariffs and expand U.S. farm market access after the Trump-Xi summitSat, 16 May 2026 17:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/mark-bianchi-parkhill-tax-advisory-legal-issues/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/mark-bianchi-parkhill-tax-advisory-legal-issues/Mark Bianchi and Parkhill Tax Advisory Group face investor lawsuits and scrutiny over tax liens, dissolved entities, and alleged misrepresentations tied...Sat, 16 May 2026 16:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-kills-hamas-gaza-chief-izz-al-din-al-haddad-last-architect-october-7/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-kills-hamas-gaza-chief-izz-al-din-al-haddad-last-architect-october-7/Israel confirmed it killed Izz al-Din al-Haddad, the head of Hamas in Gaza and the last of the October 7 architects still alive in the StripSat, 16 May 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hezbollah-military-strategy-lebanese-villages-bases/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hezbollah-military-strategy-lebanese-villages-bases/Hezbollah embedded weapons in mosques, schools, and homes across 100+ Lebanese villages. Here's how Israel mapped the network and what it means for...Tue, 12 May 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/intel-stock-chip-sector-selloff-buyer-exhaustion-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/intel-stock-chip-sector-selloff-buyer-exhaustion-2026/Intel led the chip sector to its worst day of 2026. SOXX fell 3.2% on buyer exhaustion and data-center spending doubts.Tue, 12 May 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/copper-prices-record-high-strait-hormuz-ai-demand-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/copper-prices-record-high-strait-hormuz-ai-demand-2026/Copper prices have surged to a fresh record above $13,900 per ton as the Strait of Hormuz crisis chokes acid supplies needed for refining and AI demand...Tue, 12 May 2026 19:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/golden-dome-missile-shield-1-2-trillion-cbo-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/golden-dome-missile-shield-1-2-trillion-cbo-2026/The CBO estimates Golden Dome will cost $1.2 trillion over 20 years. What the number means for U.S. missile defense and Israeli technology.Tue, 12 May 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/operation-cast-lead-israel-gaza-2008-2009-history/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/operation-cast-lead-israel-gaza-2008-2009-history/Operation Cast Lead was Israel's 22-day military campaign in Gaza from December 2008 to January 2009, aimed at stopping years of Hamas rocket attacks on...Tue, 12 May 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gilad-shalit-prisoner-exchange-israel-hamas-2011/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gilad-shalit-prisoner-exchange-israel-hamas-2011/Gilad Shalit spent five years in Hamas captivity before Israel agreed to release 1,027 prisoners to bring him home.Tue, 12 May 2026 16:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/yardeni-sp-500-8250-target-earnings-bull-market-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/yardeni-sp-500-8250-target-earnings-bull-market-2026/Yardeni Research lifted its 2026 S&P 500 target to 8,250, citing 25.6% earnings growth and a beat rate not seen since 2021.Mon, 11 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/cerebras-ipo-48-billion-ai-chip-nvidia-challenger-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/cerebras-ipo-48-billion-ai-chip-nvidia-challenger-2026/Cerebras lifted its IPO range to $150-$160/share, targeting a $48.8 billion valuation as AI chip investors seek a Nvidia challenger.Mon, 11 May 2026 12:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/knesset-october-7-tribunal-eichmann-trial-law-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/knesset-october-7-tribunal-eichmann-trial-law-2026/Israeli lawmakers are passing a bipartisan bill creating a special military tribunal to try roughly 300 captured October 7 invadersMon, 11 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/netflix-20-dollar-ad-free-plan-streaming-tipping-point-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/netflix-20-dollar-ad-free-plan-streaming-tipping-point-2026/Netflix's standard plan now costs $19.99 per month after the second price hike in less than two years.Sun, 10 May 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/big-tech-ai-spending-buybacks-investor-payouts-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/big-tech-ai-spending-buybacks-investor-payouts-2026/Hyperscaler capex now consumes 94% of operating cash flow after dividends and buybacks. Last quarter saw the lowest combined repurchases at the Big Four...Sun, 10 May 2026 13:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/irgc-navy-threatens-us-assets-strait-of-hormuz-tankers-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/irgc-navy-threatens-us-assets-strait-of-hormuz-tankers-2026/Iran's IRGC Navy threatens 'heavy assault' on American forces in the Persian Gulf after US destroyers disabled four Iranian tankers since April.Sun, 10 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/nvidia-40-billion-ai-investments-2026-supply-chain/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/nvidia-40-billion-ai-investments-2026-supply-chain/Nvidia committed over $40 billion in AI investments in 2026, from OpenAI to neoclouds. What it means for the supply chain and shareholders.Sat, 09 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-sanctions-iran-china-uae-belarus-may-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-sanctions-iran-china-uae-belarus-may-2026/The US has imposed fresh sanctions on 11 entities and three individuals in Iran, China, Belarus, and the UAE for supplying satellite imagery, weaponsSat, 09 May 2026 12:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iran-irgc-world-cup-2026-demands-tehran-tournament/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iran-irgc-world-cup-2026-demands-tehran-tournament/Iran's football federation says its team will play in the 2026 World Cup, but only if the US, Canada, and Mexico admit officials linked to the IRGCSat, 09 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/46-firms-half-stock-market-wealth-bessembinder-100-years-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/46-firms-half-stock-market-wealth-bessembinder-100-years-2026/Bessembinder's research shows 46 firms generated half of all stock market wealth over 100 years — and the median stock actually lost money.Fri, 08 May 2026 19:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/akamai-stock-soars-16-percent-1-8-billion-ai-cloud-deal-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/akamai-stock-soars-16-percent-1-8-billion-ai-cloud-deal-2026/Akamai shares jumped 16% Friday after the company landed a $1.8 billion seven-year cloud infrastructure deal with an unnamed frontier AI model providerFri, 08 May 2026 17:15:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-international-spokesman-shoshani-israel-narrative-war-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-international-spokesman-shoshani-israel-narrative-war-2026/LTC Nadav Shoshani, stepping down as IDF international spokesman, lays out how Israel is fighting and winning the global narrative war against an enemy...Fri, 08 May 2026 15:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/paul-tudor-jones-ai-bull-market-1999-analog-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/paul-tudor-jones-ai-bull-market-1999-analog-2026/Legendary hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones told CNBC the AI bull market is 50-60% complete with another year or two to runThu, 07 May 2026 17:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/whirlpool-iran-war-recession-warning-appliance-decline-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/whirlpool-iran-war-recession-warning-appliance-decline-2026/Whirlpool slashed its 2026 EPS guidance roughly in half and suspended its dividend, blaming the Iran war for a 'recession-level' collapse in U.S.Thu, 07 May 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-zamir-iran-target-list-powerful-broad-operation/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-zamir-iran-target-list-powerful-broad-operation/IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir says Israel is on high alert with a fresh target list inside Iran ready to be struck if the fragile truce collapses.Thu, 07 May 2026 13:30:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/anthropic-spacex-announce-compute-deal-that-includes-space-development/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/anthropic-spacex-announce-compute-deal-that-includes-space-development/Anthropic locked in exclusive access to SpaceX's massive Colossus 1 data center in Memphis. The deal includes 220,000 NVIDIA GPUs and plans for AI...Wed, 06 May 2026 17:27:50 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/amds-su-explains-whats-behind-massive-forecast-change-as-stock-roars-15-on-earni/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/amds-su-explains-whats-behind-massive-forecast-change-as-stock-roars-15-on-earni/AMD shares surged after Q1 2026 earnings crushed expectations. CEO Lisa Su pointed to accelerating AI infrastructure demand and a data center segment now...Wed, 06 May 2026 17:27:50 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iran-war-possibly-motivated-trump-dinner-shooting-suspect-us-intel-report-finds/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iran-war-possibly-motivated-trump-dinner-shooting-suspect-us-intel-report-finds/A US intelligence report links the Trump dinner shooting suspect to grievances about the Iran war and other polarizing political issues.Wed, 06 May 2026 17:27:43 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/central-banks-risk-a-recession-by-raising-rates-to-tackle-iran-oil-shock-strateg/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/central-banks-risk-a-recession-by-raising-rates-to-tackle-iran-oil-shock-strateg/The Fed and ECB face an impossible choice: raise rates to tame oil-driven inflation and risk a global recession, or hold steady and watch prices spiral.Tue, 05 May 2026 14:04:18 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-the-growing-gap-between-americans-with-good-and-bad-credit-says-about-today/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-the-growing-gap-between-americans-with-good-and-bad-credit-says-about-today/The financial divide between super prime and subprime borrowers has widened past pre-pandemic levels, revealing a two-speed economy where creditworthy...Tue, 05 May 2026 14:04:18 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/ahmed-fouad-alkhatib-israel-has-re-embraced-hamas-rule-in-gaza/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/ahmed-fouad-alkhatib-israel-has-re-embraced-hamas-rule-in-gaza/Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib argues Israel has allowed Hamas to reconsolidate power in Gaza despite military gains, questioning transitional governance.Tue, 05 May 2026 14:04:09 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/ebay-pops-as-ryan-cohen-says-gamestop-could-issue-stock-to-pay-for-takeover-of-m/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/ebay-pops-as-ryan-cohen-says-gamestop-could-issue-stock-to-pay-for-takeover-of-m/GameStop made a $55.5 billion unsolicited bid for eBay at $125/share. What investors need to know about the deal and market reaction.Mon, 04 May 2026 14:05:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-military-denies-irans-claim-it-struck-american-warship-in-strait-of-hormuz/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-military-denies-irans-claim-it-struck-american-warship-in-strait-of-hormuz/The Pentagon pushed back forcefully against Tehran's assertion that Iranian forces damaged a U.S. warship in the Strait of HormuzMon, 04 May 2026 14:05:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/lebanons-hezbollah-allied-parliament-speaker-no-talks-with-israel-until-war-ends/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/lebanons-hezbollah-allied-parliament-speaker-no-talks-with-israel-until-war-ends/Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, a longtime Hezbollah ally, is blocking direct negotiations with Israel despite a US-brokered ceasefire and White...Mon, 04 May 2026 14:04:53 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-do-your-own-taxes/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-do-your-own-taxes/Learn how to do your own taxes in 2026 with free IRS filing tools and step-by-step guidance. Save hundreds by skipping the professional tax preparer.Mon, 04 May 2026 03:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-stop-living-paycheck-to-paycheck/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-stop-living-paycheck-to-paycheck/Learn how to stop living paycheck to paycheck with practical steps for budgeting, cutting expenses, saving more, and building real financial stability.Mon, 04 May 2026 02:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-invest-in-etfs/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-invest-in-etfs/Learn how to invest in ETFs with this beginner's guide. Covers ETF types, how to buy them, fees to watch, and strategies for building a diversified portfolio.Mon, 04 May 2026 01:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/direct-to-consumer-brands-winning-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/direct-to-consumer-brands-winning-2026/Direct to consumer brands winning 2026 are reshaping retail with owned channels, better margins, and customer data. Here's how the DTC model works.Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-small-business-loans-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-small-business-loans-2026/Find the best small business loans 2026 has to offer, from SBA-backed options to online lenders and traditional banks. Rates, terms, and how to qualify.Sun, 03 May 2026 23:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-causes-inflation/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-causes-inflation/What causes inflation? Demand surges, supply shocks, money printing, wage spirals, global disruptions, and expectations.Sun, 03 May 2026 22:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israeli-military-says-it-carried-out-50-strikes-on-hezbollah-in-southern-lebanon/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israeli-military-says-it-carried-out-50-strikes-on-hezbollah-in-southern-lebanon/The IDF struck 50+ Hezbollah sites and 70 military structures in southern Lebanon on May 2, 2026, targeting command centers and weapons depots.Sun, 03 May 2026 20:20:49 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hezbollah-mp-vows-terror-group-will-thwart-lebanon-israel-talks-as-clashes-persi/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/hezbollah-mp-vows-terror-group-will-thwart-lebanon-israel-talks-as-clashes-persi/Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah declares his terror group will sabotage Lebanon-Israel peace talks, even as IDF forces destroy an 80-meter tunnel and...Sun, 03 May 2026 20:20:15 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/four-palestinians-charged-for-planning-isis-inspired-attacks-across-israel/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/four-palestinians-charged-for-planning-isis-inspired-attacks-across-israel/Israeli security services filed indictments against four East Jerusalem residents who allegedly formed an ISIS-affiliated terror cell targeting Damascus...Sun, 03 May 2026 20:17:30 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-buying-more-f-35s-f-15ias-fighter-jets-netanyahu-announces/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-buying-more-f-35s-f-15ias-fighter-jets-netanyahu-announces/Israel commits to purchasing 25 F-35I Adir stealth fighters and 25 F-15IA jets, bringing the nation's fifth-generation fleet to 100 airframes and...Sun, 03 May 2026 20:17:30 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/trump-said-to-nix-iran-plan-that-aimed-to-end-war-in-month-defer-nuclear-issue/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/trump-said-to-nix-iran-plan-that-aimed-to-end-war-in-month-defer-nuclear-issue/President Trump rejected Iran's 14-point peace proposal that sought to end fighting within 30 days and reopen the Strait of Hormuz while deferring the...Sun, 03 May 2026 20:17:30 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/big-tech-earnings-show-how-big-smart-spending-can-be-rewarded-by-the-market/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/big-tech-earnings-show-how-big-smart-spending-can-be-rewarded-by-the-market/The latest round of big tech earnings proved that massive capital expenditure on AI infrastructure is not reckless speculation Sun, 03 May 2026 20:07:51 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/opec-announces-modest-boost-in-oil-production-but-heres-why-its-a-mostly-symboli/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/opec-announces-modest-boost-in-oil-production-but-heres-why-its-a-mostly-symboli/OPEC+ pledged a small June production increase, but with Iran's oil offline and the Strait of Hormuz under pressure, the gesture barely dents a massive...Sun, 03 May 2026 20:07:51 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/high-court-freezes-tv-regulatory-bodys-activities-over-controversial-appointment/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/high-court-freezes-tv-regulatory-bodys-activities-over-controversial-appointment/Israel's High Court froze the Second Authority for Television and Radio over conflicts of interest in the government's 2026 appointments.Sun, 03 May 2026 20:07:44 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-crypto-exchanges-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-crypto-exchanges-2026/Compare the best crypto exchanges in 2026 by fees, security, coin selection, and features. Find the right platform for your trading needs and budget.Sun, 03 May 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/brics-currency-dedollarization-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/brics-currency-dedollarization-2026/An in-depth analysis of the BRICS currency initiative and de-dollarization efforts in 2026 — examining whether the expanded BRICS bloc can create a viable...Sun, 03 May 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israeli-air-force-drones-uav-technology-eitan/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israeli-air-force-drones-uav-technology-eitan/The Israeli Air Force operates the most advanced military drone fleet in the world. From the Eitan (Heron TP) to the Hermes 900Sun, 03 May 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-get-out-of-debt/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-get-out-of-debt/Discover how to get out of debt in 2026 with proven strategies including the avalanche method, consolidation options, and a step-by-step payoff plan.Sun, 03 May 2026 19:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/ai-startup-valuations-bubble-or-boom-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/ai-startup-valuations-bubble-or-boom-2026/AI startup valuations have soared past dot-com era multiples, with the top five foundation model companies now worth a combined $900 billion.Sun, 03 May 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iron-dome-missile-defense-system-israel-history/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iron-dome-missile-defense-system-israel-history/Iron Dome Israel's missile defense system has intercepted thousands of rockets with a 90%+ success rate since 2011.Sun, 03 May 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/real-world-asset-tokenization-2026-guide/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/real-world-asset-tokenization-2026-guide/Real world asset tokenization is crypto's fastest-growing sector. How BlackRock and JPMorgan are putting treasuries and real estate on-chain in 2026.Sun, 03 May 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/women-in-the-idf-history-roles-service/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/women-in-the-idf-history-roles-service/Women have served in the IDF since 1948. The complete history of women's combat roles, service milestones, and gender integration in Israel's military.Sun, 03 May 2026 16:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-improve-credit-score/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-improve-credit-score/Learn how to improve credit score with proven strategies that work fast. Raise your FICO score 50-100 points using these step-by-step tactics for 2026.Sun, 03 May 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gaza-flotilla-2026-global-sumud-interception-israel-blockade/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gaza-flotilla-2026-global-sumud-interception-israel-blockade/Israel intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla on April 29, 2026, capturing 22 vessels and detaining 175+ activists.Sun, 03 May 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iron-dome-defense-business-israel-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/iron-dome-defense-business-israel-2026/Israel's Iron Dome has intercepted thousands of rockets and spawned a defense export industry worth billions.Sun, 03 May 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/fed-interest-rate-forecast-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/fed-interest-rate-forecast-2026/Fed officials signal rate cuts could begin as early as summer 2026. See the latest forecast, expected timeline, and what lower rates mean for mortgagesSun, 03 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/fidelity-bitcoin-etf-wise-origin-guide-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/fidelity-bitcoin-etf-wise-origin-guide-2026/The Fidelity Bitcoin ETF (FBTC) has attracted billions in assets since launch. Here's how the Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund works, its feesSun, 03 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-start-an-online-business/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-start-an-online-business/Step-by-step guide on how to start an online business in 2026. From picking a profitable niche to making your first sale, here's what actually works.Sun, 03 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-spokesperson-unit-history-role-updates/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-spokesperson-unit-history-role-updates/The IDF Spokesperson's Unit has shaped Israel's public narrative through every major conflict. From Daniel Hagari's rise to Effie Defrin's tenureSun, 03 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/xrp-etf-sec-approval-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/xrp-etf-sec-approval-2026/Multiple firms have filed for an XRP ETF with the SEC in 2026. Here's the current status of every filing, what the Ripple settlement means for approval...Sun, 03 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/standard-deduction-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/standard-deduction-2026/The standard deduction 2026 amounts are confirmed. See updated figures for every filing status and find out who benefits most from the new thresholds.Sun, 03 May 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-budget-money/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-budget-money/Learn how to budget money with the 50/30/20 rule, plus when to adjust the formula. Practical steps for every income level to take control of spending.Sun, 03 May 2026 10:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/is-xrp-a-good-investment-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/is-xrp-a-good-investment-2026/Is XRP a good investment in 2026? We break down ETF approvals, SEC settlement, RLUSD stablecoin growth, and institutional flows to answer the question.Sun, 03 May 2026 06:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/allison-hild-cincinnati-career-transition-coach/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/allison-hild-cincinnati-career-transition-coach/Allison Hild Cincinnati career coach helps professionals navigate mid-career workplace transitions with a data-driven methodology built for economic shifts.Sun, 03 May 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-become-financially-independent-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-become-financially-independent-2026/Financial independence isn't about a magic number. It's about the relationship between your savings rate, your investment returns, and time.Sun, 03 May 2026 03:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/youngest-self-made-billionaires-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/youngest-self-made-billionaires-2026/Three 22-year-olds just became the youngest self-made billionaires in history. Here's how they did it, who they displacedSun, 03 May 2026 02:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/frank-vandersloot-forbes-250-greatest-self-made-americans/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/frank-vandersloot-forbes-250-greatest-self-made-americans/Frank VanderSloot, Melaleuca founder, earned #43 on Forbes' 250 Greatest Self-Made Americans — above Schwarzenegger and Stephen King.Sun, 03 May 2026 01:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/solana-price-prediction-2026-analysis/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/solana-price-prediction-2026-analysis/Solana has outperformed every major altcoin over the past 18 months, and Reddit's crypto communities are divided on what comes next.Sun, 03 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/recession-proof-businesses-to-start-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/recession-proof-businesses-to-start-2026/12 recession-proof businesses to start in 2026, vetted by owners who survived the last downturn. Real revenue data and startup costs included.Sat, 02 May 2026 23:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/ai-replacing-jobs-which-careers-safe-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/ai-replacing-jobs-which-careers-safe-2026/Nearly 78,000 tech jobs were cut due to AI in early 2025. Which jobs are disappearing, which are safe, and what comes next in 2026.Sat, 02 May 2026 22:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-defense-budget-military-spending-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-defense-budget-military-spending-2026/Israel's defense budget hit $24 billion and it's still climbing. Here's the breakdown of where the money goes, who profits, and what it means for investors.Sat, 02 May 2026 21:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/full-retirement-age-social-security-guide-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/full-retirement-age-social-security-guide-2026/Your full retirement age determines your Social Security benefit. Learn about FRA, early claiming penalties, and delayed credits in 2026.Sat, 02 May 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/rural-voters-fighting-back-against-extremism-economic-cost/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/rural-voters-fighting-back-against-extremism-economic-cost/Far-right movements in states like Idaho are costing rural communities real money through school voucher programs, defunded servicesSat, 02 May 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/berkshire-annual-meeting-recap-buffett-says-investing-environment-not-ideal-sees/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/berkshire-annual-meeting-recap-buffett-says-investing-environment-not-ideal-sees/The 2026 Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting marked Greg Abel's first as CEO, with Buffett warning about speculative excess and a record cash hoard...Sat, 02 May 2026 19:17:16 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/danco-laboratories-seeks-supreme-court-stay-of-ruling-pausing-mail-order-access-/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/danco-laboratories-seeks-supreme-court-stay-of-ruling-pausing-mail-order-access-/Danco Laboratories filed an emergency Supreme Court application to stay a ruling blocking mail-order access to mifepristone.Sat, 02 May 2026 19:17:16 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-admits-damaging-catholic-convent-in-southern-lebanon-denies-site-demolished/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/idf-admits-damaging-catholic-convent-in-southern-lebanon-denies-site-demolished/The IDF acknowledged damaging a Catholic convent in southern Lebanon during operations against Hezbollah, while denying it was demolished.Sat, 02 May 2026 19:17:07 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-save-money-on-groceries/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-save-money-on-groceries/Practical ways to save money on groceries in 2026 as tariffs and inflation push food prices higher. Meal planning, store brands, bulk buying, and more.Sat, 02 May 2026 19:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-parent-cosigned-loan-destroyed-credit/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-parent-cosigned-loan-destroyed-credit/A 25-year-old discovered their mother had cosigned a car loan under their name at 18, then defaulted on payments.Sat, 02 May 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-side-hustles-2026-make-extra-money/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-side-hustles-2026-make-extra-money/10 side hustles that can realistically earn $1,000+ per month in 2026, with honest assessments of what each requires to get started.Sat, 02 May 2026 17:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/roth-ira-conversion-strategy-guide-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/roth-ira-conversion-strategy-guide-2026/A Roth IRA conversion can save hundreds of thousands in lifetime taxes — or cost you money if done wrong.Sat, 02 May 2026 16:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-buy-fractional-gold-silver-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-buy-fractional-gold-silver-2026/Fractional gold and silver platforms let you invest from $1. How they work, fees to watch for, and whether precious metals fit your portfolio.Sat, 02 May 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/benny-gantz-israeli-politics-military-career/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/benny-gantz-israeli-politics-military-career/Benny Gantz went from IDF Chief of Staff to opposition leader to war cabinet member. His political career tells you everything about Israeli politics.Sat, 02 May 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-grandson-lost-grandma-retirement-crypto/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-grandson-lost-grandma-retirement-crypto/A grandson talked his grandmother into investing $50,000 in speculative altcoins after the 2024 election.Sat, 02 May 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/will-the-housing-market-crash-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/will-the-housing-market-crash-2026/Will the housing market crash in 2026? What mortgage rates, inventory, demographics, and price-to-income ratios reveal about where prices are headed.Sat, 02 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/quarterly-tax-payments-guide-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/quarterly-tax-payments-guide-2026/If you're self-employed, freelance, or have investment income, you probably need to make quarterly tax payments.Sat, 02 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/social-security-fairness-act-benefit-increase-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/social-security-fairness-act-benefit-increase-2026/The Social Security Fairness Act eliminated the WEP and GPO provisions that reduced benefits for millions of public employees and their spouses.Sat, 02 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-consolidate-credit-card-debt-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-consolidate-credit-card-debt-2026/How to consolidate credit card debt using balance transfers, personal loans, home equity, debt management plans, and 401(k) loans.Sat, 02 May 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gold-price-forecast-2026-analysis/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gold-price-forecast-2026-analysis/Gold price forecast for 2026: central bank buying and geopolitical tensions push the metal toward $3,500. What analysts expect next.Sat, 02 May 2026 10:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/polymarket-recession-odds-2026-prediction-markets/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/polymarket-recession-odds-2026-prediction-markets/Polymarket traders are putting real money behind their recession forecasts. Here's what the current odds say, how prediction markets compare to Wall...Sat, 02 May 2026 07:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/low-cost-franchise-opportunities-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/low-cost-franchise-opportunities-2026/Low cost franchise opportunities in 2026 that actually make money. Real costs, revenue data, and traps the brochures don't mention.Sat, 02 May 2026 06:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/china-real-estate-crisis-2026-global-impact/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/china-real-estate-crisis-2026-global-impact/China's property sector has lost over $18 trillion in value since 2021. Three years into the crisis, here's what's actually happening on the ground and...Sat, 02 May 2026 05:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/self-made-millionaire-habits-wealth-building/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/self-made-millionaire-habits-wealth-building/The data on self-made millionaires doesn't match the social media narrative. Research from Ramsey Solutions, Fidelity, and the Federal Reserve reveals...Sat, 02 May 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gaza-flotilla-incident-geopolitics-maritime-law/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gaza-flotilla-incident-geopolitics-maritime-law/The 2010 Gaza flotilla raid killed 10 activists, broke Israel-Turkey relations, and changed how naval blockades work. The fallout is still playing out.Sat, 02 May 2026 03:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/changpeng-zhao-cz-net-worth-binance-profile/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/changpeng-zhao-cz-net-worth-binance-profile/CZ's net worth hit $111.8 billion in 2026, making the Binance founder the richest person in crypto after prison and a presidential pardon.Sat, 02 May 2026 02:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/cathie-wood-net-worth-ark-invest-profile/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/cathie-wood-net-worth-ark-invest-profile/Cathie Wood's net worth and the polarizing ARK Invest record. Her bets on Tesla, Bitcoin, and AI tell a complicated story.Sat, 02 May 2026 01:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/women-sports-business-boom-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/women-sports-business-boom-2026/Women's sports revenue surged past $1.3 billion with record TV deals and franchise valuations. Why investors are paying attention.Sat, 02 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-national-debt-36-trillion-crisis-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/us-national-debt-36-trillion-crisis-2026/The US national debt has crossed $36 trillion, with annual interest payments now exceeding the defense budget.Fri, 01 May 2026 23:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/stablecoin-regulation-2026-guide/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/stablecoin-regulation-2026-guide/US stablecoin legislation is advancing through Congress with bipartisan support. Here's what the new rules mean for Tether, CircleFri, 01 May 2026 21:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/solana-defi-explosion-tvl-record-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/solana-defi-explosion-tvl-record-2026/Solana's DeFi ecosystem has crossed $12 billion in total value locked as institutional allocators embrace high-throughput infrastructure over Ethereum's...Fri, 01 May 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reciprocal-tariffs-explained-2026-trade-war/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reciprocal-tariffs-explained-2026-trade-war/A comprehensive guide to reciprocal tariffs in 2026 — what they are, how they work, which countries are affected, and how Trump's trade war is reshaping...Fri, 01 May 2026 19:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/kathy-taylor-lacrosse-coach-career-profile/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/kathy-taylor-lacrosse-coach-career-profile/Kathy Taylor won a national title, coached four Final Fours, and was cleared by investigation. Nearly 50 former players defended her record.Fri, 01 May 2026 15:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-avoid-capital-gains-tax-legally-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-avoid-capital-gains-tax-legally-2026/9 legal strategies for reducing or eliminating capital gains tax on stocks, real estate, and other investments in 2026.Fri, 01 May 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-raise-seed-funding-startup-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-raise-seed-funding-startup-2026/The seed funding landscape has changed dramatically since 2021. Here's what founders need to know about valuations, deal structuresFri, 01 May 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/fed-rate-decision-april-2026-inflation-stalls/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/fed-rate-decision-april-2026-inflation-stalls/The Fed faces its toughest moment since 2022: inflation stalled at 3.2%, claims rising, and stagflation fears reshaping Wall Street expectations.Fri, 01 May 2026 13:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/ethereum-layer-2-scaling-wars-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/ethereum-layer-2-scaling-wars-2026/Ethereum's L2 race is now a three-way fight between Base, Arbitrum, and Optimism. Here's how TVL shifts, fee compression, and developer migration are...Fri, 01 May 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/commercial-real-estate-office-crisis-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/commercial-real-estate-office-crisis-2026/Office vacancy rates have hit 22% nationally as $1.5 trillion in commercial real estate loans come due.Fri, 01 May 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/china-economy-collapse-2026-deflation-crisis/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/china-economy-collapse-2026-deflation-crisis/An in-depth analysis of China's economic slowdown in 2026 — from persistent deflation and the property debt crisis to youth unemploymentFri, 01 May 2026 10:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-ai-stocks-to-buy-now-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-ai-stocks-to-buy-now-2026/7 AI stocks analysts are watching in 2026: the companies building infrastructure, models, and applications driving the AI revolution.Fri, 01 May 2026 07:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/7k-metals-direct-retail-transition-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/7k-metals-direct-retail-transition-2026/7k Metals shifted from network marketing to direct retail in 2026, launching SoundMoney for fractional gold and silver. Here's what it means.Fri, 01 May 2026 06:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/sam-altman-net-worth-openai-career-profile/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/sam-altman-net-worth-openai-career-profile/Sam Altman's net worth is $2-3.3 billion in 2026 despite owning zero OpenAI equity. How he built his fortune and became AI's most controversial figure.Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/patrick-collison-net-worth-stripe-profile/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/patrick-collison-net-worth-stripe-profile/Patrick Collison's net worth reflects the rise of Stripe from a two-brother coding project to a $159 billion fintech giant.Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/women-who-shaped-israels-defense-forces/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/women-who-shaped-israels-defense-forces/How women rose through Israel's military ranks from 1948 to today, reshaping defense policy, tech innovation, and the global startup economy.Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-umbrella-insurance/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-umbrella-insurance/Umbrella insurance explained: what it covers beyond auto and home policies, who needs it, real cost examples, and when this extra liability protection kicks in.Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-term-life-insurance/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-term-life-insurance/What is term life insurance, how it works, what it costs, who needs it, and how to avoid the most common mistakes people make when buying a policy.Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-business-insurance/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-business-insurance/Business insurance protects your company from financial losses. Learn the types, costs, who needs what coverage, and common gaps to avoid.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-an-s-corp/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-an-s-corp/S corp explained: how S corporations work, tax advantages over LLCs and C corps, the Form 2553 election process, reasonable salary rules, and who benefits most.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-an-ein-number/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-an-ein-number/An EIN is your business's federal tax ID. Learn what an EIN number is, who needs one, how to apply for free, and common mistakes to avoid.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-a-fiduciary-financial-advisor/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-a-fiduciary-financial-advisor/What is a fiduciary financial advisor, why it matters, and how to verify that your advisor is legally required to act in your best interest.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-a-dba/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-a-dba/A DBA lets you operate under a different business name. Learn what a DBA is, how to file one, costs by state, and when you need more than a DBA.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-a-1099/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/what-is-a-1099/What is a 1099 form? All major types explained (NEC, MISC, INT, DIV, K, R, B, G), who gets them, filing deadlines, and what to do when one shows up.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/unit-8200-cybersecurity-empire/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/unit-8200-cybersecurity-empire/How alumni of Israel's Unit 8200 intelligence unit built the world's most dominant cybersecurity startup ecosystem, worth over $50 billion.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/tax-brackets-2026-federal-income-tax-rates/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/tax-brackets-2026-federal-income-tax-rates/The 2026 federal income tax brackets and rates for all filing statuses. What changed from 2025, how to calculate your effective rate, and planning strategies.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/strait-of-hormuz-oil-crisis-global-energy-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/strait-of-hormuz-oil-crisis-global-energy-2026/Conflict has disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, threatening 20% of global oil supply. The worst-case scenarios are getting harder to dismiss.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/sp500-earnings-season-bank-results/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/sp500-earnings-season-bank-results/The S&P 500 pushes higher as Q1 2026 earnings season begins with mixed results from JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and Citigroup. Here is what investors are watching.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/south-korea-chip-war-semiconductor-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/south-korea-chip-war-semiconductor-2026/South Korea's semiconductor giants Samsung and SK Hynix face a chip war squeeze between US export controls and Chinese retaliation.Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/roth-ira-contribution-limits-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/roth-ira-contribution-limits-2026/Roth IRA contribution limits for 2026 are $7,000 (or $8,000 if 50+). Here are the income phase-outs, backdoor Roth strategies, and what changed.Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-options-trading-lost-everything-wsb/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-options-trading-lost-everything-wsb/Two WSB traders share how options trading wiped out years of income. One was up $100K before losing it all across two accounts.Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-lifestyle-creep-six-figures-broke/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-lifestyle-creep-six-figures-broke/A Reddit user went from $45K to $130K in five years but has less in savings. IDF Staff breaks down how lifestyle creep destroys wealth silently.Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-irs-crypto-tax-audit-500k-nightmare/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-irs-crypto-tax-audit-500k-nightmare/A Reddit user got a $500K tax bill from the IRS for 2017 crypto trades. After running the real numbers, his actual gains were just $3,100.Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-forgot-to-file-taxes-three-years/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-forgot-to-file-taxes-three-years/One Reddit user didn't file taxes for three years and faced IRS penalties and wage garnishment. How to fix unfiled returns.Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-crypto-rug-pull-lost-savings/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/reddit-crypto-rug-pull-lost-savings/A crypto rug pull wiped out one investor's entire savings. How token scams work and how to spot red flags before it's too late.Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/naval-blockades-financial-cost-maritime-security-middle-east/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/naval-blockades-financial-cost-maritime-security-middle-east/How Red Sea shipping disruptions, Houthi attacks, and Strait of Hormuz risks are reshaping global trade costs and defense investment strategies.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/mexico-nearshoring-boom-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/mexico-nearshoring-boom-2026/Mexico nearshoring is reshaping North American manufacturing as companies flee China. Monterrey booms, but infrastructure gaps and cartel risk loom large.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/llc-vs-sole-proprietorship/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/llc-vs-sole-proprietorship/LLC vs sole proprietorship compared: liability protection, taxes, costs, and filing requirements. Find out which structure fits your business.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israels-political-generals-from-military-command-to-government/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israels-political-generals-from-military-command-to-government/From Rabin to Gantz, Israel's military-to-politics pipeline shapes defense budgets, US aid, and market-moving economic policy decisions.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israels-defense-tech-boom-from-iron-dome-to-wall-street/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israels-defense-tech-boom-from-iron-dome-to-wall-street/Inside Israel's defense technology ecosystem, from Iron Dome to cybersecurity startups, and what it means for investors watching Wall Street.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-economy-2026-war-recovery-investors/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/israel-economy-2026-war-recovery-investors/Israel's economy in 2026 faces war costs, tech sector resilience, and shifting global investment. What the numbers show and what investors should watch.Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-write-a-business-plan/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-write-a-business-plan/Learn how to write a business plan that convinces lenders and investors. Covers structure, financials, market analysis, and common mistakes.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-start-investing-2026-beginners-guide/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-start-investing-2026-beginners-guide/A no-nonsense guide to start investing in 2026. Covers brokerage accounts, index funds, retirement accounts, and how much you actually need to begin.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-start-a-side-hustle/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-start-a-side-hustle/How to start a side hustle the right way, covering taxes, legal structure, insurance, and realistic income expectations.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-spot-online-marketplace-scams/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-spot-online-marketplace-scams/A practical guide to identifying and avoiding online marketplace scams on Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and OfferUp in 2026.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-read-a-stock-chart/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-read-a-stock-chart/How to read a stock chart: candlesticks, volume bars, moving averages, support and resistance, and the patterns beginners should actually learn first.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-read-a-pay-stub/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-read-a-pay-stub/Learn how to read a pay stub, understand your deductions, and catch payroll errors before they cost you real money.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-negotiate-salary/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-negotiate-salary/How to negotiate salary for a new job or raise, with scripts, research tactics, and strategies that actually move the number.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-negotiate-medical-bills/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-negotiate-medical-bills/Learn how to negotiate medical bills with hospitals and providers using itemized bills, fair price tools, and hardship programs.Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-hire-your-first-employee/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-hire-your-first-employee/Hiring your first employee involves EINs, tax setup, I-9s, and payroll. Here's every step new employers need to take to stay compliant.Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-get-a-business-license/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-get-a-business-license/Learn how to get a business license at the federal, state, and local level. Covers costs, industry permits, renewal cycles, and common mistakes.Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-build-emergency-fund-guide/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/how-to-build-emergency-fund-guide/How to build an emergency fund from scratch, how much to save, where to keep it, and the strategies that actually work when money is tight.Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gold-vs-bitcoin-2026-which-is-better-hedge/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/gold-vs-bitcoin-2026-which-is-better-hedge/Gold vs Bitcoin in 2026: performance comparison, correlation data, risk profiles, and which one actually works as a hedge when markets sell off.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/estate-planning-basics-what-every-adult-needs/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/estate-planning-basics-what-every-adult-needs/Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy. The essential documents every adult needs, what they cost, and the mistakes that leave families in legal limbo.Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/capital-gains-tax-calculator-guide/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/capital-gains-tax-calculator-guide/How to calculate capital gains tax on stocks, real estate, and other assets, including 2026 rates, cost basis rules, and reduction strategies.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/bitcoin-whale-accumulation-record-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/bitcoin-whale-accumulation-record-2026/Bitcoin whales have accumulated 270,000 BTC in 30 days, the strongest pace since 2013, even as exchange reserves hit multi-year lows. What the data shows.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/bitcoin-institutional-inflows-six-month-high/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/bitcoin-institutional-inflows-six-month-high/Bitcoin whales have accumulated 270,000 BTC in 30 days while spot ETF flows send mixed signals. Here's what the divergence means for price.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-index-funds-for-beginners/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-index-funds-for-beginners/The best index funds for beginners, how to pick them, what expense ratios actually cost you, and the mistakes new investors make.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-high-yield-savings-accounts-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-high-yield-savings-accounts-2026/Compare the best high-yield savings accounts for 2026, with APYs from 4.5% to 5.1%. Find the right HYSA for your cash reserves and emergency fund.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-business-credit-cards-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/best-business-credit-cards-2026/Find the best business credit card for your needs in 2026. Compare cash back, travel, 0% APR, and no-fee cards by features that matter.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMThttps://idfspokesperson.com/articles/401k-contribution-limits-2026/https://idfspokesperson.com/articles/401k-contribution-limits-2026/The 2026 401(k) contribution limits are $24,500 for under-50 and $32,500 for 50+. Here's what changed and how to maximize your retirement savings.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT