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The Russell 2000 small-cap stock index is up almost 20% this year, its best first half since 1991, and investing experts say the rally can keep running.

Iran, US step up attacks, though release of American may signal path to climbdown  Reuters

TSMC's strong quarter isn't helping chip stocks. Plus, strong results from GE Aerospace and UnitedHealth.

EXCLUSIVE: Iran tells Houthis to close Red Sea gateway if US hits power network, sources say  Reuters

Iran, US escalate in Gulf but release of American signals path to climb down  Reuters

Iran warns Strait of Hormuz is a 'red line' and will resist until the end  Reuters

The healthcare giant is working to stabilize margins by shrinking membership, exiting unprofitable contracts and pouring $1.5 billion into AI.

Fewer vessels travel through Hormuz after US resumes blockade  Reuters

Iran war leaves crisis-weary European airlines ready for a shakeout  Reuters

China’s oil fortress will reshape the global order  Reuters

Explainer: Who are the Houthis, Iran’s allies in Yemen?  Reuters

Gold falls 2% as escalating Middle East tensions reinforce US rate-hike bets  Reuters

Gold eases as Middle East tensions revive inflation concerns  Reuters

Gold falls as Mideast conflict dims easing inflation hopes  Reuters

Fewer vessels travel through Hormuz as US, Iran continue strikes  Reuters

US military says it completed latest strikes on Iran, targets included Bandar Abbas  Reuters

Oil rises over 1% as Iran threat puts Red Sea route at risk  Reuters

Oil eases as traders lock in gains, assess Iran escalation  Reuters

Oil prices rise for 4th day as US strikes on Iran raise fears of wider conflict  Reuters

Hegseth announces testosterone screening for US troops  Reuters