IJR News — today's news from every sideMarcus Bell The weakening effect at four years, now not even significant, raises real doubts about lasting benefits for patients. Chris Dalton Six billion in buybacks won't fix the Dow dropping 430 points when energy prices keep rising. Tom Gallagher The AI names leading the way is no surprise, but oil staying above pre-war levels still feels like a real risk hanging over this rally. Rachel Meyers Profits are strong, sure, but that's backward looking. CPI tells us what's coming, and that's what actually moves the rate decision. Pakistan Regains B Rating Following S&P Upgrade — Jul 22, 2026S&P Global Ratings upgraded Pakistan’s long-term sovereign credit rating to B from B- with a stable outlook, crediting stronger institutions, sustained IMF-backed reforms, improved fiscal discipline, and a sharp rise in foreign exchange reserves to about $25.3 billion, boosting external financing capacity. The upgrade, welcomed by the government, is expected to boost international investor confidence, support continued growth and reform momentum, and open up new financing opportunities as Pakistan pursues a stronger fiscal stance in the coming years.
