Trump Pivots to Historic 'Section 122' Authority After SCOTUS Strikes Down Emergency Tariffs; Dow Falls 1.4%In a weekend move that has sent shockwaves through global markets, President Donald Trump announced a new 15% global import surcharge, invoking the long-dormant Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. The announcement follows a stinging defeat at the Supreme Court on Friday, February 20, 2026, which invalidated the
Global Trade Shock: Trump Pivots to Section 122 Emergency Tariffs After Supreme Court Strikes Down Reciprocity FrameworkWASHINGTON D.C. — In a weekend that has fundamentally reshaped the American economic landscape, President Trump has officially signed an executive proclamation raising global tariffs to a uniform 15%. This aggressive maneuver follows a Friday afternoon bombshell from the Supreme Court, which struck down the administration's previous "reciprocal" tariff framework.
Silver Reclaims $80 Milestone: Industrial Demand and Post-Holiday Liquidity Fuel 5% Futures SurgeAs of February 23, 2026, the global silver market is witnessing a historic "catch-up" rally, with spot prices firmly reclaiming the $80 per ounce milestone after a month of extreme volatility. In a high-octane trading session today, silver futures on the COMEX surged by more than 5%, extending a four-session
Silver Surges to $86: The 'White Metal' Outshines Gold as Industrial Demand and Safe-Haven Buying Drive Historic Catch-UpLONDON — February 23, 2026 — Silver prices have staged a dramatic recovery to $86 per ounce this week, marking a pivotal moment in the precious metals market as the traditional "gold-silver ratio" continues its aggressive contraction. After a volatile start to the year, silver is once again outperforming its yellow counterpart
First Solar Projected to Support Nearly 40,000 American Jobs, Contribute $7.8 Billion to US GDP Annually by 2027
A new economic impact study released today by First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) (“First Solar” or “the Company”), details its estimated contributions to the US economy. The Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Public Policy Center at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, using IMPLAN economic modeling software, analyzed First Solar’s actual and forecasted US spending in 2025 and 2027. First Solar expects to operate approximately 18 gigawatts (GW) of annual nameplate solar module production capacity across six manufacturing facilities in Alabama, Louisiana, Ohio, and South Carolina, by 2027.
What To Expect From First Solar’s (FSLR) Q4 EarningsSolar panel manufacturer First Solar (
NASDAQ:FSLR)
will be announcing earnings results this Tuesday after the bell. Here’s what investors should know.
First Solar, Viavi Solutions, Orion, Limbach, and Oshkosh Stocks Trade Up, What You Need To KnowA number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, a move expected to lower costs for manufacturers.
The Great Debasement: Gold and Silver Shatter Records as Dollar Confidence ErodesIn a historic shift for global finance, precious metals have ascended to unprecedented heights as investors flee traditional fiat currencies in favor of the "debasement trade." As of February 18, 2026, gold is trading at approximately $5,075 per ounce, having shattered the psychological $5,000 barrier earlier this year.
Bullion Retreat: Gold and Silver Prices Sink on MCX as Strengthening Dollar and Profit-Taking Halt Historic RallyThe high-flying precious metals market faced a sharp reality check this week as gold and silver prices tumbled on global exchanges, marking a significant departure from the record-shattering gains seen earlier in the year. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) in India, gold futures for April delivery slid over 0.
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Silver’s Structural Squeeze: Why a $120 Peak and Violent Correction Mask a Deepening Global ShortageThe silver market has entered a period of unprecedented volatility, punctuated by a historic rally that saw the precious metal surge 250% over the last 12 months. After reaching a breathtaking all-time high of approximately $120 per ounce in late January 2026, the market has since undergone a sharp technical
2 Industrials Stocks with Solid Fundamentals and 1 We Turn DownWhether you see them or not, industrials businesses play a crucial part in our daily activities. Their momentum is also rising as lower interest rates have incentivized higher capital spending.
As a result, the industry has posted a 23.6% gain over the past six months, beating the S&P 500 by 15.9 percentage points.
The Great Deregulation: OBBBA’s Efficiency Purge Rewrites the American Corporate PlaybookWASHINGTON D.C. — In a sweeping transformation of the federal government not seen in decades, the Office of Budget, Balance, and Bureaucratic Accountability (OBBBA) has initiated a massive "operational efficiency" review, marking the formal beginning of what Wall Street is calling the "Great Regulatory Purge." This aggressive restructuring, authorized under
The Great Deflation Export: How China’s Factory Woes are Colliding with the New Tariff EraFebruary 11, 2026 — The global economy has entered a precarious state of divergence. As of this week, China continues to battle a relentless deflationary cycle, marked by the 41st consecutive month of falling producer prices. This "exported deflation" is flooding international markets with low-cost goods, yet for the American consumer,
The Silver Rollercoaster: Extreme Volatility Grips Markets as Prices Whipaw Between $83 and $82The silver market has once again become the epicenter of global financial volatility, reminding investors of its reputation as "the devil's metal." On Monday, February 9, 2026, silver prices staged a dramatic 7% surge, climbing toward the $83-per-ounce mark in a move that caught many short-sellers off guard. The rally,
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The Silver Squeeze of 2026: A Historic Rally Amidst Global Monetary FractureIn an extraordinary display of market volatility that has blindsided global economists, the silver market has just concluded a historic monthly rally, posting a staggering gain of approximately 65%. This meteoric rise, which saw the metal breach the triple-digit barrier to hit an intraday high of $121.67 per ounce,
2 Industrials Stocks with Solid Fundamentals and 1 We QuestionEven if they go mostly unnoticed, industrial businesses are the backbone of our country. Their momentum is also rising as lower interest rates have incentivized higher capital spending.
As a result, the industry has posted a 21% gain over the past six months, beating the S&P 500 by 12.5 percentage points.
Poll Shows GOP Voters Support Solar Energy, American-Made Solar
A national poll conducted by Fabrizio, Lee & Associates and commissioned by First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FSLR) (“First Solar” or “the Company”) has found widespread support for solar energy among Republicans, Republican-leaning Independents, and voters who supported President Donald J. Trump (“GOP+”).
