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U.S. consumer inflation slowed more than expected in June as energy prices retreated, but the moderation was insufficient to convince financial markets to take an interest rate increase from the Federal Reserve this year off the table against the backdrop of renewed conflict in the Middle East. The report from the Labor Department on Tuesday, which also showed underlying inflation subsiding last month, gave officials at the U.S. central bank some breathing room when they meet later this month, economists said. They, however, cautioned that June's Consumer Price Index data had been overtaken by the recent escalation in hostilities between the U.S. and Iran.

The fireworks may be over, but the markets are just getting started. Join us TONIGHT at 7:00 PM Central as we break down the latest market developments, earnings outlook, inflation trends, and what they could mean for your portfolio. After an eventful Independence Day weekend, investors are looking ahead to the next big catalyst: 2Q26 earnings season. Join us LIVE this Wednesday at 7:00 PM Central as Charles Brown discusses the forces shaping today's markets and how we're positioning client portfolios in response.

• 2Q26 Earnings Season Begins
First-quarter earnings surprised to the upside. Will companies be able to deliver another strong quarter, or are expectations getting too high?

• Inflation & the Federal Reserve
Inflation continues to cool, dipping below 2.5%, but remains persistent. What does that mean for future Federal Reserve policy, and could it change the outlook for interest rates?

• How CB3 Is Navigating Today's Market
Markets evolve—and so do we. Learn how CB3's investment programs continue adapting to current market conditions and what those adjustments could mean for your investments.

Whether you're an active investor or simply want to better understand what's driving the markets, this week's discussion will provide timely insights you won't want to miss.

SpaceX won bullish ratings from at least six Wall Street brokers after its IPO quiet period ended for analysts from banks that helped underwrite its listing. Morgan Stanley expects the shares to gain 87%. The ratings are timely as the Elon Musk-led company is also set to join the Nasdaq 100 today. US tech shares led futures lower after earnings from Samsung left global investors wanting even more.