BARRON’S MAGAZINE – AUGUST 17, 2026 PREVIEW

August 17, 2026 - Barron's Magazine

BARRON’S MAGAZINE: The latest issue features ‘The King Of ETFs’ – After a late start, Vanguard raced ahead with exchange-graded funds under CEO Salim Ramji. What’s next?

Vanguard Conquered the ETF World. Where It’s Aiming Next.

Here’s how CEO Salim Ramji plans to bring Vanguard’s low-cost, high-return formula to cash savings, financial advice, and active fixed income.

Uber Stock Looks Cheap. Here’s Why.

Its stock is down, but investors shouldn’t overreact to worries about the autonomous-vehicle business.

This Healthcare Services Stock Has 37% Upside

Medpace has carved out a niche helping smaller biotechs navigate the regulatory process.

The Hidden Red Flag in Wall Street’s Price Targets

Nvidia and other tech stocks have a wide “dispersion” of price targets. Why that could be a problem for investors.

THE NEW YORK TIMES – SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 2026

Prosecutors Examined Firm With Tie to Judge in Trump Hush Money Trial

A U.S. attorney subpoenaed a firm that had been co-owned by the daughter of the judge who conducted the trial that led to President Trump’s felony conviction.

How Cyclospora Evaded the U.S. Food Safety System to Sicken Thousands

The Trump administration delayed a rule last year that could have sped up the effort to pinpoint the source of the contamination.

Navy Carrier’s Problems Are Tied to Attacks on U.S. Base in Bahrain

As China Pushes to Expand in Asia, Trump Focuses on Iran

Asian allies are beginning to wonder whether the U.S. would or could defend them in a war.

The Iranian YouTube Show Posing Questions Few Dare to Ask

Azad, a popular online debate program, has tackled topics that push the limits in Iran’s authoritarian system. Many wonder how it has remained on air.

Israeli Strikes in Lebanon Kill 9 People, Health Officials Say