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MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Royal Caribbean's stock soars as people keep booking cruises at a record pace
Royal Caribbean's stock was having its best day in years after the cruise operator's full-year profit and revenue outlooks were above Wall Street forecasts.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

The maid of honor won't put expenses on her credit card for the bachelorette party. As a bridesmaid, should I be offering?
"I still haven't been reimbursed for the cabin deposit I paid for the wedding weekend."

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

U.S. oil prices surge by nearly 5% on bets that U.S. strike on Iran is imminent
Oil prices rallied Thursday by nearly 5%, with the global benchmark touching its highest level since July as tensions between the U.S. and Iran worsened, raising concerns over disruptions to the global flow of crude.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Meet the teen investors building a path to the new American dream
As more kids invest, new ‘Trump accounts' are poised to make it even easier.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

The U.S. trade deficit isn't actually falling due to tariffs. It's still near a record high.
The trade deficit fell a few months ago to a 16-year low, but it turns out it was fool's gold. The U.S. is still running a trade gap near historically high levels.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Mastercard's stock rises as earnings send an upbeat message about spending
An analyst notes Mastercard got off to a strong start this year, which "defies fears of slowing consumer spend."

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Central banks have slowed their purchases of gold, but investors have more than made up the difference
The World Gold Council said total demand for gold smashed records last year.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Fed chief Powell says a frail U.S. labor market has stabilized. Low jobless claims back him up.
Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell said Wednesday that the U.S. jobs market seems to have stabilized after a big letdown last year, justifying a decision to leave interest rates unchanged. The latest jobless-claims report appears to support his claim.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Central banks have actually slowed their purchases of gold, but investors have more than made up the difference
The World Gold Council said total demand for gold smashed records last year, but central-bank interest has a strong rival.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Surprisingly strong software growth sends IBM's stock surging
Surprisingly strong software growth sent IBM shares surging in early trade on Thursday.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Here's what 2026 could look like for Levi's: more dresses, less denim and an AI ‘stylist'
Levi's sees sales of tops, dresses and non-denim bottoms growing fast.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Data-center demand helps Caterpillar to best quarter ever — but there's a tariff sting
Caterpillar's backlog increased by 71% from a year ago, reaching a record for the construction-machinery maker.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

The battered dollar could fall even further if it breaks below this key level
A breach below a key support level for the U.S. dollar could trigger a sharp decline and potentially open the door to further downside.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Gold's soaring so fast it's topped Goldman target set only last week. Now a JPMorgan analyst plots path to $8,500.
A JPMorgan strategist calculates impact on gold prices were households to swap out bonds for the yelllow metal in balanced portfolios.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Top Bank of America strategist says the long bond is nearing the key line in the sand
Bank of America's chief investment strategist states the U.S. Treasury cannot allow the 30-year bond yield to exceed 5%.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

Gundlach says keep betting on weak dollar and ‘real' things over ‘hype'
DoubleLine's Jeffrey Gundlach is so convinced of his weak dollar view that he used his own money to buy gold miners and land last summer.

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

‘I'm worried about cash flow': I'm 71 with a $2.7 million IRA and $470K in stocks. Why can't I relax?
"My home is paid for and has an estimated value of $700,000."

MarketWatch
Jan 29, 2026

SAP shares get punished for slight miss on backlog
Shares of SAP were hammered on Thursday as the German software giant reported slower backlog growth than expected in the fourth quarter and also guided to a slight deceleration this year.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

‘I‘m facing an ethical dilemma': My widowed mother is cutting my step siblings out of the family trust. Do I have a responsibility?
"My mother has now hired an attorney to revise the trust and remove her late husband's children as beneficiaries."

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

York Space tests the market's hunger for satellite stocks as it upsizes its IPO
Ahead of an expected SpaceX IPO later this year, a much smaller satellite company is headed for the public markets.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Why Microsoft's stock is getting punished after earnings
Investors focused on the balance between AI spending and AI revenue wanted more juice from Microsoft's cloud business in the latest quarter.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Investors cheer the end of Southwest's open-seating era, as airline forecasts a big 2026 profit
Southwest's five-decade-long era of open seating ended on Tuesday.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

AT&T's earnings impress as subscriber growth booms and the stock jumps
AT&T added 283,000 fiber subscribers and 421,000 net postpaid phone subscribers in the latest quarter, reflecting a push for "convergence" of connectivity offerings.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

S&P 500 touches 7,000 for the first time, led by a surprising group of stocks
The S&P 500 on Wednesday blew past another psychological barrier, hitting 7,000 for the first time in history — before pulling back.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

ServiceNow says AI is ‘really kicking in' — but it's not enough to help the stock
Shares of the software company were set to extend declines despite a better-than-expected forecast.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Southwest says assigned seats will make it more profitable this year, as stock rallies
Southwest's five-decade era of open seating ended on Tuesday.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

10,000 flights canceled, a $200 million hit from the storm and a plunging stock: American Airlines' bad week
American "is not in a position of strength as a business" to weather the reputational hit, which may further weaken customer preference for the airline, at least in the short term.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

How do I open a ‘Trump account'? The IRS has one simple solution for you.
People can't contribute money to the tax-advantaged accounts for children until July, but they can start the process of opening one now

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

The diaper wars go deluxe as Pampers, Huggies chase shoppers ready to pay more for premium products
Pampers parent P&G and Huggies seller Kimberly-Clark, who were once locked in a price war, are now pushing premium versions of their diapers.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

I'm 28 and earn $120K. My ‘very poor' friends assumed I was picking up the dinner tab. Should I ask them to pay me back?
"I felt way too uncomfortable."

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Investors are ready for the Supreme Court to strike down Trump's tariffs. Now it's up to the economy to pick up.
Investors appear increasingly confident around U.S. trade developments. The focus instead has turned to a steady economy.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

‘The house has quadrupled in value': I bought a house with my brother, but he did not contribute. How do I fix this?
"My brother lived with me for eight years, then left to live abroad, married and followed his dreams."

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Google is backing a Tesla founder's push to power AI data centers
Redwood Materials has secured some high-profile backers as AI makes energy storage more critical.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

More teens are investing in the stock market as the American dream falls out of reach
As more kids invest, the new Trump accounts are poised to make it even easier.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

‘It's an expensive piece of equipment': My neighbor asked to borrow my snowblower. Do I say yes?
"The projected snowfall this weekend doesn't look to be changing too much."

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

The best investors avoid ‘revenge trading' and other raw emotions. Here's how you can too.
It's not stock charts; it's your mindset. This veteran trader's insider tips can sharpen your skills.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Oil hits 4-month high as Trump renews Iran threats, but crude's momentum may be fleeting
President Donald Trump ratcheted up pressure on Iran Wednesday, warning that a "massive armada" was headed to the Middle Eastern country and that time was running out for Tehran to reach a nuclear deal.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Look beyond the S&P 500 at this group of stocks that is less pricey, and less concentrated
You may already have added small-cap and international exposure. Don't forget about midcap stocks.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Starbucks rewards investors who have been betting the turnaround is taking hold
Starbucks sees a second straight quarter of growth in sales of stores open at least a year, in a sign that the turnaround is taking shape.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

GE Vernova is riding the AI wave, as demand for electric-grid equipment builds
GE Vernova beats earnings expectations and raised it full-year outlook, but the stock falters as the wind-power business lost a lot more money than feared.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Loading up on your employer's stock is tempting in a bull market. But how much is too much?
Employees face "double jeopardy" in the stock's decline portfolio and increased job risk.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

This top stock picker spotted Nvidia and GLP-1s early — and made over 200%. Here's what he's buying now.
Citrini Research founder James Van Geelen identifies potential big money trends and stakes his claim far ahead of the crowd.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

‘I'm completely disgusted by the lack of accountability': I bought a dud mattress — twice. How can I get my money back?
"I have been living in mattress hell."

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Medicare is about to start negotiating the prices of these 15 drugs
The 15 drugs selected for negotiation include Eli Lilly's breast-cancer drug Verzenio.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

My wife and I are retiring to Mexico. Will she get Social Security survivor benefits on my record if I die first?
Social Security has different survivor rules for citizens and noncitizens residing abroad.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Micron and other chip stocks are seeing a big boost after these comments
Seagate says prices could go higher for its storage products as supply remains tight due to AI.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

S&P 500 hits 7,000 for the first time, led by a surprising group of stocks
The S&P 500 on Wednesday blew past another psychological barrier, hitting 7,000 for the first time in history.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

I'm 65 and inherited an IRA. Can I give it away without paying taxes on it?
Money in tax-deferred accounts comes with strings that heirs often aren't expecting

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Deutsche Bank's offices raided, reportedly over allegations tied to Roman Abramovich
Germany's federal criminal police office on Wednesday carried out a raid on the country's largest bank, Deutsche Bank, reportedly on money-laundering allegations tied to Russian magnate Roman Abramovich.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Starbucks rewards investors with another quarter of growth in a key sales metric
Starbucks said growth in stores open at least 13 months was much better than expected — and the stock was headed toward a 10-month high.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

These stocks are the market's new momentum plays as Big Tech loses steam
A veteran money manager shares his top picks.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Medicare is about to start negotiating the prices of some medications administered by doctors
The 15 drugs selected for negotiation include Eli Lilly's breast-cancer drug Verzenio.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Investors are counting on two very different assets for safety as cracks in the world order widen in January
Gold and U.S. stocks aren't known for both reaching record highs at the same time. Welcome to the "haven" plays to start 2026.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

This top stock-picker spotted Nvidia and GLP-1s early — and made over 200%. Here's what he's buying now.
Citrini Research founder James Van Geelen identifies potential big money trends and stakes his claim far ahead of the crowd.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

When Intel's stock sank on earnings, this executive bought the dip
CFO David Zinsner recently scooped up $250,000 worth of stock, reflecting "belief in Intel and commitment to creating shareholder value."

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Why this hedge-fund veteran says investors should own both high-flying gold and the sinking U.S. dollar
The former head of commodities at Bridgewater says current dollar "freakout is overblown." Own dollar and gold, he advises.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

AT&T's earnings impress as subscriber growth booms and the stock soars
AT&T added 283,000 fiber subscribers and 421,000 net postpaid phone subscribers in the latest quarter, reflecting a push for "convergence" of connectivity offerings.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

How both sides of the ‘Sell America' debate can be right as dollar falls and stocks climb
There are two opposing views of whether the so-called "sell America" trade is happening.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

Despite questions about AI's long-term profitability, OpenAI and Anthropic accelerate investment
OpenAI's latest funding round suggests a valuation of up to $830 billion, while Anthropic's implies $350 billion

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

ASML bookings blow past estimates as SK Hynix plans capital-expenditure boost
Rarely have two earnings reports so neatly aligned, as microchip equipment maker ASML Holding reported surprisingly strong orders growth as memory-chip producer SK Hynix said it would make a "considerable increase" in capital expenditure.

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

This Intel executive bought the dip as the stock sank on earnings disappointment
CFO David Zinsner recently scooped up $250,000 worth of stock, reflecting "belief in Intel and commitment to creating shareholder value."

MarketWatch
Jan 28, 2026

‘I don't own a house': I'm 50 with $2 million and I'm scared about losing my job. Can I retire early?
"My monthly expenses are around $6,000. That includes rent."

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Apple CEO Tim Cook says he's ‘heartbroken' after Minneapolis shootings, calls for de-escalation
Apple CEO Tim Cook said Tuesday he's "heartbroken" by the recent events in Minneapolis, and that he has voiced his concerns about the situation with President Donald Trump.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Texas Instruments forecasts something that hasn't happened in 16 years, lifting its stock
The company's outlook implies revenue in the first quarter could be higher than what it was in the fourth quarter as a recovery takes hold.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Dollar tumbles to a four-year low as Trump claims it's ‘doing great'
The U.S. dollar fell to its lowest level in four years on Tuesday despite President Donald Trump claiming it was "doing great" in a speech in Iowa.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

These home buyers are suing one of the biggest mortgage lenders in America. Why you should pay attention.
A class-action lawsuit against mortgage-lending giant Rocket Companies accuses the company of illegally steering homebuyers toward using their services and away from cheaper alternatives.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

UnitedHealth's stock falls 20% after saying it expects revenue to decline in 2026
The health insurer was also surprised by a very small Medicare Advantage rate proposal.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Why shares of UnitedHealth, Humana and other insurers tanked — and took the Dow with them
Shares of UnitedHealth, Humana and other health insurers were clobbered Tuesday after a preliminary payment proposal for Medicare Advantage fell way short of analyst expectations.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

GM's stock pushes to a new record, as carmaker calls for higher profit ahead
GM is adjusting to declining customer interest in electric vehicles as the automaker boosted its dividend and announced a new stock buyback.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Investors are making a big bet on Big Tech's AI spending. They're about to learn if it paid off.
A reality check is coming as the Magnificent Seven report earnings. Here's what to watch.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

This chart tracks the ‘single greatest predictor' of stock-market returns — it's never done this before
Individual stock ownership is a contrarian indicator. It's flashing a warning.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Investors aren't scared of record gold and silver prices. Wall Street's price targets are struggling to keep up.
Price pullbacks in gold and silver are being treated as opportunities — and that says a lot about investor confidence.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Trump's ‘not a huge fan' of raiding your 401(k) to buy a home — and he's right
Workers shouldn't focus on homeownership at the expense of other financial goals.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

When Tesla reports earnings, this could be the biggest highlight
The Elon Musk-led EV maker has had trouble selling cars the way it once did. But a growing energy business and AI plans are helping pick up the slack.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

S&P 500 investors are making a big bet on Big Tech's AI spending. They're about to learn if it paid off.
A reality check is coming as the Magnificent Seven report earnings. Here's what to watch.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

This chart shows why upward pressure on long-term Treasury yields matters to borrowers and stocks
If the 10-year Treasury yield reaches or exceeds 4.5%, it could be a challenge to the market, says BNY

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Here's how Amazon is looking to take on Walmart at its own game
Amazon is looking into opening a supercenter retail location, while closing its Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh physical stores.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Here's what happens to your HSA when you go on Medicare — and how to keep the tax savings going
Tax planning becomes a priority if you're still working and can no longer fund an HSA.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Everyone's looking for political fireworks from Powell's press conference. Here's what to expect.
Experts debate Fed Chair Jerome Powell's future ahead of his Wednesday remarks, which will follow the central bank's decision on interest rates.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Higher Medicare premiums will eat up more than 25% of Social Security's COLA
Too much of our national and personal resources are being used to pay for healthcare.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

UPS will cut a lot more jobs as its Amazon business shrinks, and investors like it
UPS said it expects 2026 earnings per share to be about the same as 2025, which would snap a three-year streak of EPS declines.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Cloudflare's stock pops on viral Moltbot. Here's how a cybersecurity company became the newest AI winner.
The rise of autonomous personal assistants like Moltbot is creating a new bull case for companies that help secure digital identities and local data, analysts said.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Micron's stock is surging as the company looks to cash in on a ‘desperate' market
The memory-chip company is adding a new facility that will boost capacity, but not before setting the stage for two years of big price increases.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

More young adults are asking their parents to pay their bills: ‘I'm broke and it's an unfair society'
Parents may feel that the younger generation is entitled, while their children feel like they reached adulthood in a volatile economic environment.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Happy new year? Americans are in a foul mood despite a seemingly strong U.S. economy.
The stock market keeps hitting record highs, unemployment is low and the economy is growing surprising fast, but Americans were in a foul mood as the new year got under way.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

AI spending gets a reality check as Big Tech reports earnings this week. Here's what to watch.
S&P 500 index funds are heavily dependent on whether the Magnificent Seven are making profitable decisions.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

How the ICE turmoil in Minnesota is starting to spill over to Wall Street
After two fatal shootings by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis this month, chief executives of more than 60 Minnesota-based companies called in an open letter for "an immediate de-escalation."

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

I'm 46 and I'm still use my ex-boyfriend's Netflix account. Is that stealing?
"I'm still renting, believe it or not, and he has his own place."

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

These winning investing strategies let you hunt for value while hedging risk
Matt McLennan of First Eagle discusses the current set of risks that have led to soaring gold prices — even as stock markets keep rising.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

‘He even bragged about his Mercedes-Benz:' I rejected two egotistical advisers. I managed my life savings and they tripled over 25 years. Did I do OK?
"We do not take out-of-country or five-star vacations. Instead, we enjoy time with family and friends and hobbies."

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

‘They upset me every time I see them': How long do I keep my mother's IRS and medical records? She died 4 years ago.
"Her low income did not require her to file taxes, and once she moved to the care facility, I got her on Medi-Cal."

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Pinterest is slashing jobs and office space as it switches focus to AI roles
Pinterest's stock drops after a disclosure that it plans to cut about 15% of its workforce, as it reallocates resources to AI-focused roles and products.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Make this money move now to earn a lot more in your savings account
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MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Wall Street veteran who called the dot-com bust says the Magnificent Seven represent an even bigger bubble
Richard Bernstein says investors are ignoring a whole bunch of high-earning companies for the sake of a few tech giants.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

General Motors takes $7.2 billion charge on EV shift as it boosts dividend and sets new buyback
General Motors on Tuesday said it took a $7.2 billion charge as it adjusts to declining customer interest in electric vehicles as the automaker boosted its dividend and announced a new stock buyback.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Boeing beats revenue expectations by a wide margin, as airplane deliveries nearly triple
Boeing reported a surprisingly large fourth-quarter profit and beat revenue expectations by a wide margin.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

Here's how Microsoft can prove the doubters wrong this earnings season
Increasing its cloud capacity is key for Microsoft, as the company can't currently meet all is AI demand due to a shortage of graphics processing units.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

This chart tracks the ‘single greatest predictor' of stock-market returns — and it's never done this before
Individual stock ownership is a contrarian indicator. It's flashing a warning.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

American Airlines provides upbeat revenue outlook despite $200 million hit from winter storm
American Airlines' stock rallied, as quarterly revenue missed expectations only because of the government shutdown.

MarketWatch
Jan 27, 2026

This earnings number is the only one that matters as a gut check on Big Tech's AI spending
S&P 500 index-fund investors are locked into a big bet that AI capital expenditures will pay off.

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