For: April 27, 2026
>>Wall Street Welcomes Fresh Trading Week
(New York, NY) -- The opening bell rings this morning after Wall Street closed out the week in the mixed territory, the S&P 500 and the tech-heavy Nasdaq both ending at all-time highs on Friday. At the closing bell, the Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 79 points to 49-230. The S&P 500 rose 56 points to 71-65. The Nasdaq gained 398 points to 24-836.
>>FOMC Meeting This Week
(Undated) -- Coming up in the business week ahead, the spotlight will be on the Federal Reserve as the nation's central bank announces its latest decision on interest rates. That happens Wednesday, with the Fed widely expected to hold rates steady with Jerome Powell's term as chair winding down next month. Also happening on Wednesday, investors will be keeping an eye on tech earnings with Meta, Google, Amazon and Microsoft all due to report.
>>Consumer Sentiment Holds At Records Lows In April
(Ann Arbor, MI) -- Consumer sentiment remains at record low levels despite a Middle East ceasefire. The University of Michigan's final reading for April slid six-point-six percent from one month ago. The survey noted a widespread decline in sentiment across all age and income groups. The survey's chief economist said sentiment recovered slightly from its early-month losses as gas prices eased after a two-week ceasefire took effect. The near term inflation outlook remains high while consumers expect to see prices up four-point-seven percent a year from now.
>>Sloth World Files For Bankruptcy
(Orlando, FL) -- Sloth World Orlando is filing for bankruptcy protection after more than 30 of the animals reportedly died from a virus. Over a dozen surviving sloths were transfered to the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens Friday where they will remain in quarantine for a month. The zoo says it is working for a long-term placement for the sloths and some of them could potentially stay at the zoo.
>>Walmart Recalls 50K Adjustable Dumbbells
(Bethesda, MD) -- Federal safety officials said about 50-thousand dumbbells sold at Walmart have been recalled. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the FitRx SmartBell Quick-Select five to 52 and half pound Adjustable Dumbbells, made by New York-based Tzumi Electronics should be immediately replaced. The agency said the weight plates can dislodge from the handle during use, posing an "impact hazard." The agency said it received over 115 reports pf the plates coming loose. At least six injuries have been reported, including broken toes, bruises, contusions and lacerations.
>>McDonald's Unveils 'Stranger Things' Happy Meal
(Undated) -- McDonald's has partnered with Netflix on a limited-edition Happy Meal for the premier of the streamer's new animated series. "Stranger Things: Tales from '85" is an animated series that follows Eleven, Mike, Will, Dustin, Lucas and Max as they fight "new monsters and unravel a paranormal mystery." Netflix says the Happy Meal will be available beginning Nay 5th in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. The Happy Meal includes a custom "Stranger Things: Tales from '85"-inspired Happy Meal box, one of 12 collectible character toys, a "Stranger Things" activity book and a QR code that unlocks a digital experience and game.
