Regulators Set to Seize Troubled Philadelphia Bank Republic First 
 

The bank had some of the same problems as the ones that failed in 2023.

 
Consumer sentiment weakens in late April, University of Michigan survey says 
 

Consumer sentiment deteriorated near the end of April, according to the latest reading from the University of Michigan.

 
Magnificent Seven Power Stocks' Rebound 
 

Nasdaq’s gains accelerated Friday while energy stocks edged lower amid earnings reports from Exxon and Chevron.

 
A Brief History of Fed's Uneasy Peace With the White House 
 

Central bankers are haunted by the danger of political meddling in inflation-control policies.

 
Used-Car Sales Have Moved Online-Here's Why Both Customers and Dealers Are Happy 
 

The migration has armed consumers with much more information and choices. It has done the same for dealerships.

 
China to Pay Consumers Up to Nearly $1,400 to Replace Old Cars 
 

China plans to give car owners up to nearly $1,400 to replace their old cars with new ones, a move to boost slowing demand in the world’s largest electric-vehicle market.

 
China's Gold Consumption Rises on Safe-Haven Demand 
 

Chinese buyers, spooked by a protracted property slump and a recent stock-market rout, are rushing toward gold as economic uncertainty looms, propelling a global bullion rally.

 
Copper Futures Hit Two-Year High 
 

Copper futures reached a fresh high, gaining from sanctions on Russian metals, tight market fundamentals and increasing structural demand.

 
Egypt Sends Negotiators to Israel, Fearing Time Is Running Out for Rafah 
 

Cairo’s intelligence chief is leading an effort to spur a new Gaza cease-fire proposal and stave off an invasion of the crowded border city.

 
The Thrill Factor Is Back for Retail Investors 
 

Trading activity at Charles Schwab, Morgan Stanley and Robinhood has reached the highest levels since early 2022.

(END) Dow Jones Newswires

04-26-24 1915ET