U.S. Retailer Bankrupt – 200+ Locations | Trump Puts America First With New ‘Plan’ | Wall Street Move Has Investors Cheering
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June 17, 2025
U.S. Retailer Bankrupt – 200+ Locations | Trump Puts America First With New ‘Plan’ | Wall Street Move Has Investors Cheering
‘At Home’ retail giant files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The home and decor retailer has more than 200 locations in the United States. Read more.
The Trump Organization announces a new mobile phone plan. They are selling a $499 smartphone with the service dubbed “Trump Mobile.” Read more.
Wall Street shrugs off the Israel-Iran war and bounces up. The downtrend from last Friday, after Israeli strikes began, was shrugged off on Monday. Read more.
Leonard Lauder, billionaire heir to Estée and Joseph H. Lauder, died at 92. He helped his parents launch the company as a child and took over later in life. Read more.
Charlie Bilello @charliebilello
Auto insurance rates in the US have increased by 84% over the past 5 years. That’s the biggest 5-year spike on record.
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2:24 PM • Jun 16, 2025
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Top Finance News
Meta is rolling out ads to the popular messaging app WhatsApp. The ads will begin appearing in the updates tab, providing a new revenue source for Meta. Read more.
EchoStar shares soar 43% on Trump settlement claims. Trump urged the company to cut a deal with the FCC. Read more.
How ‘Credit-Cycling’ Can Ruin Your Finances. Experts consider it an underrated risk associated with credit cards, and most consumers should be cautious of it. Read more.
American Express and JPMorgan Chase launch a heated battle in the premium credit card market. Hikes in annual fees and expanded perks are expected as both companies seek to attract customers. Read more.
Trump Media files paperwork to launch Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF. The filings also follow a claim for a bitcoin ETF. Read more.
U.S. Steel shares surge on Trump’s approval of takeover. The national security agreement is set. Read more.
GLP-1 Zepbound is to be offered directly to consumers. Eli Lilly announced the providers could start offering the weight loss medication directly through the company, side-stepping pharmacies. Read more.
Barchart @Barchart
Palantir = Unstoppable
$PLTR jumps to a new all-time high 📈📈
6:24 PM • Jun 16, 2025
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What I’m reading now
Why AI, and not DEI, will be society’s great equalizer. AI represents a massive opportunity for investors and entrepreneurs. Read more.
Analyst: Oil prices will remain below $80 a barrel despite war. While there was an initial run-up when Israel attacked Iran, oil prices are expected to drop. Read more.
Corporate insiders are selling their stocks in droves. On Wall Street, this is a classic red flag that investors watch for as a sign of economic health. Read more.
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Shaun Connell
Shaun Connell is a business owner and investor who has built multiple 7-figure companies in media, real estate, and the restaurant industry. He shares practical strategies from his own journey to help others grow and protect their wealth.
