U.S. consumer sentiment is finally rising — but inflation fears aren't going away Quartz By: Cris Tolomia 12 June 2026 at 16:10 The University of Michigan index climbed to 48.9 from a record low 44.8 in May, but inflation expectations remain well above pre-war levels
Solar generated more electricity than coal in the U.S. for the first time ever Quartz By: Cris Tolomia 12 June 2026 at 15:50 Solar supplied 12.8% of U.S. electricity in May while coal fell to 12.2%, its fourth-lowest monthly share ever
Oil prices are sinking as Iran reveals a draft peace deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz Quartz By: Cris Tolomia 12 June 2026 at 15:20 Iran's state media published a draft agreement that would reopen the vital shipping lane within 30 days of a final deal being signed