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MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

These stocks have been the biggest winners during the S&P 500's best month since 2020
The S&P 500 was up 9.6% for April, led by a gain of nearly 18% for the information technology sector.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

U.S. jobless claims sink to a 57-year low. Jobs aren't easy to find — or lose.
The U.S. jobs market is showing surprising staying power.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Oil prices retreat after touching four-year high as traders focus on Iran developments
Oil futures fall Thursday, reversing direction after reaching a four-year high on a report that President Donald Trump is considering escalating the war in Iran.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Here's what's worth streaming in May 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more
Netflix's ‘Lord of the Flies,' Apple's ‘Star City' and the return of Hulu's ‘Deli Boys' are among the highlights of the coming month

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Trump to sign order creating retirement plans for workers who lack them
President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order Thursday to create access to retirement plans for workers whose employers don't provide one, building on promises made during his State of the Union address to boost retirement security for millions of Americans.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

U.S. economy rebounded in first quarter, driven by sizzling-hot business investment
Consumer spending cooled slightly in the first three months of the year.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Inflation rate leaps to nearly 3-year high after Iran war. The Fed's hands are now tied.
A key measure of inflation used by the Federal Reserve to set interest rates posted the biggest increase in March in almost three years, marking another major hurdle for a resilient but harried U.S. economy.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

‘The numbers don't lie': If I had invested my Social Security in the S&P 500 I'd have $4 million. Is the system broken?
"I do better than many citizens because I've contributed at the highest level."

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Caterpillar handily beat Wall Street estimates — not for the first time
The construction manufacturer reported a 38% rise in sales in its construction industries arm.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Forget buy the dip. Now retail investors are ‘trading the mania' in chip stocks, and it's about to get messy.
Goldman Sachs' traders say investors have been chasing the hot semiconductor sector, but with some high-stakes bets that may be hard to get out of should things go wrong.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Inflation rate leaps to nearly 3-year high due to Iran war. Now the Fed's hands are tied.
A key measure of inflation used by the Federal Reserve to set interest rates posted the biggest increase in March in almost three years, marking another major hurdle for a resilient but harried U.S. economy.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Scammers are targeting student-loan borrowers trying to make payments. Do this to protect yourself.
Borrowers have been contending with major changes to the program in recent years, and scammers are capitalizing on their confusion.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

South Korean stocks just enjoyed their second-best month ever — and now the market is bigger than the U.K.
The primary factors behind the strength of the Korean market is the boom in the market for high-end memory chips used by AI developers

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Why the 60/40 portfolio is crushing it — despite market chaos and inflation fears
This time-tested mix of stocks and bonds thrives in uncertainty — and maybe because of it.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Will I get my deposit back on my rental if I make minor renovations — and paint the walls a different color?
"Why not just make my rental my project? Is this a bad idea"

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Royal Caribbean says people booking cruises aren't so worried about Iran anymore
Cruise bookings slowed in March and into April, but are now back above year-ago levels, Royal Caribbean says.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Lilly's stock rallies as sales of GLP-1 drugs nearly double
Sales of Mounjaro and Zepbound both beat expectations

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Oil prices drop after earlier reaching four-year high as Iran developments eyed
Oil futures tumbled in the early hours of Thursday, reversing direction after reaching a four-year high on a report that President Donald Trump is considering escalating the war in Iran.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

‘We are old school': I've been married for 40 years. Should I have kept my money separate?
"We have all of our financial accounts joint except for our IRAs."

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Why Morgan Stanley shifted its call on Federal Reserve rate cuts after the FOMC meeting
Core inflation is too sticky for the Fed to ease and it's likely to remain that way until events in the Middle East stabilize, says Morgan Stanley.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

Blake Lively's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni claims she lost $40 million over ‘mean girl' image
Actress Blake Lively has reportedly told a New York court that she lost more than $40 million as a result of "reputational damage" she suffered during her ongoing feud with her former costar, Justin Baldoni.

MarketWatch
Apr 30, 2026

I'm 59. My wife and I bought a second home for $484,000 at 6.2% interest rate. Will this be a drain on our retirement?
"I earn an annual salary of $116,000. My wife's annual income is about $55,000."

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Why Alphabet's stock is the standout gainer on Big Tech's monster earnings day
Alphabet's earnings beat and strong cloud growth are helping to justify raised spending projections.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Sandisk shares have soared over 3,000% in a year. Is a stock split next?
The S&P 500's top-performing stock of the year has crossed the $1,000 threshold, fueling some speculation that management could announce a 10-for-1 stock split.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

‘I hope to retire early': I'm 56 and have 80% in a traditional IRA and 20% in a Roth. Am I in trouble?
"We have $3.5 million in savings — $2.5 million of which are in retirement accounts."

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Is the Intel stock hype overdone? How to make sense of the latest big move.
"The excitement is at a point where every little bit of possible good news is driving shares higher," one analyst says.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Lululemon has lost its cool, and is stuck with customers who only follow ‘generic athletic brands,' founder says
After a weeklong silence following Lululemon's new CEO pick, Chip Wilson, the struggling yoga-wear's founder-turned-most vocal critic, weighed in on Wednesday.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

More diners are eating at Chipotle despite higher prices, bucking Wall Street's concerns about restaurants
Shares of Chipotle jumped 6.2% after hours on Wednesday, after the company managed to eke out a surprise same-store sales gain for the first quarter.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Bitcoin is having its best month in a year — but the retail crowd is looking elsewhere
Robinhood and other retail trading platforms have seen bitcoin trading volumes tumble.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square USA flops in its first day of trading
The closed-end fund sank more than 18% from its $50 offering price. Shares of the hedge-fund firm itself struggled, too.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Powell won't leave the Fed, pushing back further against Trump
"I will continue to serve as a governor for a period of time to be determined," the outgoing Federal Reserve chair said Wednesday.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Why Qualcomm's stock is soaring even in the face of a weak outlook
Investors are looking beyond the current quarter at hints of meaningful AI opportunity ahead.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Iran war fuels bond-market selloff, as inflation fears put future Fed rate cuts in doubt
The oil shock and elevated inflation were top worries for investors in the bond market Wednesday, as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell concluded his final press conference at the helm of the U.S. central bank.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

The U.S. produces the most oil in the world. So why are gasoline prices so high?
Americans are paying the highest prices for gasoline in nearly four years, leading to frustration at the pump and to worries about higher inflation and a weaker economy.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Ford's profit jumps as carmaker powers through an EV slowdown
Ford gets hefty tariff refund and raises outlook for the year.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Stocks may be missing this looming danger in the oil market
Iran is running out of places to put its oil — and in just a few weeks, global crude supply could take another hit that few investors are prepared for.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square USA flops on first day of trading
Shares of PSUS sank 18% in the first few minutes of trading

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Powell says he'll stay at Fed as governor after his term as chair ends in mid-May
"I will continue to serve as a governor for a period of time to be determined," the outgoing Federal Reserve chair said Wednesday.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Can Shake Shack's new sandwich challenge the McRib, one of the most celebrated menu items in fast-food history?
The McDonald's McRib has become an icon. Just ask Homer Simpson.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

The chicken-wing trade keeps collapsing and Wall Street is left seeking a Wingstop bottom
Executives at the chicken-wing chain say higher gasoline prices affected first-quarter sales.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Why it's time for ‘sell in May and go away' to die
One of the most popular pieces of conventional investing wisdom couldn't be more misguided, according to a recent analysis from Bloomberg Intelligence.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Micron's stock is gaining. Here's why the semiconductor trade has sprung back to life.
Strong results from Seagate and NXP are boosting semiconductor-sector sentiment.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Did the economy actually get stronger during the Iran war? Here's what the numbers tell us.
The U.S. economy got off to a slow start in 2026, but it appears to have finished strong at the end of the first quarter, despite the war with Iran.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

These workers are allowed to save $35,000 a year in their 401(k)s. Here's how many actually do it.
Super catch-up contribution rates are low: "Most people don't have that kind of discretionary income."

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Iran war is fueling a bond selloff ahead of Fed Chair Jerome Powell's final press conference
The oil shock and elevated inflation are top worries for investors in the bond market as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell prepares to deliver the final press conference of his career at the central bank's helm.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Construction on new homes hits 15-month high, but it doesn't mean home buyers can rejoice
Home builders ramped up construction in March as the weather warmed and housing starts hit a 15-month high, but an industry slump appears no closer to ending.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Construction on new homes jumps to a 15-month high, but the real-estate slump isn't over
Home builders ramped up construction in March as the weather warmed and housing starts hit a 15-month high, but an industry slump appears no closer to ending.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Government waste, fraud and abuse rose 13% last year — despite Musk and DOGE saying they'd cut $1 trillion from the budget
Cutting it all still won't save the budget.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

‘I'm very late to the game': I'm 48, earn $65,000, have $48,000 in debt and no retirement. Am I doomed?
"I do not have any inheritance from anyone coming my way as I lost most of my immediate family when young."

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

SoFi just set a slew of lending records, but here's why its stock is falling
The company didn't raise its full-year outlook despite beating expectations in the latest quarter.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

The next recession could actually be a win for stocks — if you can tune out the market noise
Corporate profit margins and P/E multiples — not GDP forecasts — are the real tools to surviving a bear market.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon says a credit-led recession would be ‘worse than people think'
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon says an economic downturn sparked by weakness in credit would encompass more than just the private credit segment and be more severe than many expect.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

The key global oil contract tops $115 as Strait of Hormuz impasse continues
Oil futures rallied further Wednesday, with the key contract nearing its highs reached in the early days of the Iran war with little progress made on getting oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

I'm 33, single, and like my carefree lifestyle. Do I need a financial planner?
"I want to know what responsible budgeting looks like if you're single."

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

‘Dirty soda' is going mainstream. Coke and Pepsi are trying to cash in.
Drinks like Dirty Mountain Dew and Coca-Cola Cherry Float are helping the two beverage giants prop up sales. Other major brands are jumping in on the trend as well.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Why this Soros alum is betting on copper and cables over AI chips
Renaud Saleur is looking past politics to bank on megatrends like electrification, natural resources and AI bricks and mortars.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Can Shake Shack's new sandwich challenge the McRib, one of the most celebrated items in fast-food history?
The McDonald's McRib has become an iconic menu item. Just ask Homer Simpson.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

$200 oil - and two other scenarios - could tip the world into a recession, says this global bank
Oil prices reaching $200 — and two other scenarios — could tip the global economy into a recession, according to the latest quarterly outlook from BNP Paribas, the French banking giant.

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

The key reasons why one bank now says U.S. stocks will outperform European equities
Earnings, consumer resilience, positioning and corporate buybacks are the fundamental pillars on which the HSBC call to upgrade U.S. stocks rests

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

‘I am her scapegoat': My mother-in-law squandered all her money. Do we buy her a house so she's not homeless?
"She blames me for her poor relationship with her son and grandchildren."

MarketWatch
Apr 29, 2026

Actor Patrick Dempsey recalls fond memories of his tiny home town in Maine
"Grey's Anatomy" star Patrick Dempsey has lifted the lid on his childhood growing up in a quaint Maine town—revealing the stark differences between that experience and the life he lives today.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Starbucks is seeing a resurgence, thanks to younger and lower-income customers
Coffee chain hikes outlook as sales top Wall Street's hopes

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

The stock market's comeback from the Iran-inspired selloff hasn't been as powerful as you might think
Yes, the S&P 500 has powered back into record territory. But its equal-weighted sibling is still languishing below its previous peak.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

It's time for a Microsoft ‘reset.' Here's what investors should focus on now.
With the cloud narrative now better understood, Microsoft has an opportunity to refocus investors around software and dispel negative sentiment.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Bloom Energy is riding the AI wave with a major lift from Oracle
Wall Street is validating Bloom's ‘vision,' and AI accelerating it, CEO says.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Here's where Robinhood's retail traders have flocked as the Iran conflict rages on
Prediction markets have been a haven for Robinhood traders seeking to ride out volatility.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

This is the most critical question facing U.S. investors right now — and it has nothing to do with Iran
Chip stocks have pulled back from a parabolic rally, and there are technical and historical reasons for investors to worry that a deeper selloff in the sector will hurt the broader stock market.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Why buying crypto in a bear market may be a cheaper way to play the AI boom
Artificial intelligence may be one of the most crowded trades in financial markets right now — but bitcoin, which is currently mired in a bear market, could be a cheaper way to play the AI boom.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

The Elon Musk-Sam Altman trial has just begun. Here's what's at stake.
Musk claims OpenAI abandoned its core mission in the pursuit of profit, but OpenAI's lawyer says ‘we are here because Mr. Musk didn't get his ?way.'

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

These 5 AI-proof jobs are hiring — here's how much they pay and how to get them
Careers that are not as vulnerable to AI right now share a few common traits: they require physical presence, specialized training, or real-time human interaction.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

These two countries are the most likely to leave OPEC's orbit next
The U.A.E. was the "most likely" candidate to leave OPEC, but others may follow.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Trump's fight with Jimmy Kimmel escalates as the FCC puts ABC under review
The Federal Communications Commission says its review is looking at whether the network's diversity initiatives are discriminatory but it comes just a day after Trump called for Kimmel to be fired.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

U.A.E. is leaving OPEC but will still need to exercise caution as it increases oil production
The United Arab Amirates decision to leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries at the end of the week came as a surprise to some, especially during a time of severe global disruptions to oil production and passage through in the Middle East.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Amazon is back in Wall Street's good graces. Here's what will determine whether it stays there.
OpenAI, Anthropic and Meta Platforms are just a few of the companies relying on Amazon for support.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Can Meta make money on AI beyond consumer ads? That's a big question going into earnings.
While Meta Platforms has shaped up to be good at monetizing artificial intelligence in consumer-facing advertising, some analysts question whether the company's AI models have applications beyond that.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Americans are embracing this terrible car-buying habit. It's costing them thousands of dollars.
This mistake is easy to make, but hard to dig your way out of.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2' is here — but the glory days of magazines like Vogue are long gone
The original 2006 movie chronicled the world of fashion magazines at their peak, but since then ad pages and Vogue's legendary September issue have been cut in half.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Micron's stock has boomed on AI optimism. Now comes the ‘tricky part.'
One analyst says the next leg of the Micron rally needs to come from something other than what's driven the stock up so sharply over the past year.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

How to get into the best college possible and pay the least for it
Eight tips from admissions adviser Andy Lockwood shared on MarketWatch's "Don't Short Yourself Live."

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

These adviser fees are a hit to your portfolio — here are 2 questions to stop them
From revenue-sharing ‘kickbacks' to interest on idle cash, hidden costs may be quietly eroding your returns.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Frothy, but not like 1999: This new valuation indicator has stocks beating inflation
Shiller CAPE ratio predicts a lost decade, but this superior model shows a path to positive real returns.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Here's what will take center stage as Alphabet gears up for earnings
Alphabet needs to prove that its massive investments in AI are driving revenue growth. The biggest payoff could be in the cloud.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Americans are uneasy about gas prices and the Iran war. Are they getting over the shock now?
A survey of consumer confidence inched up in April to the highest level this year, though it is still depressed by historical standards.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

U.A.E. quits OPEC: Here's what it means for oil prices and the economy
The decision by the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday to quit the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries is a sign the cartel is losing its grip on the ability to control the worldwide supply and price of oil.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

GM's AI story is taking shape as the carmaker aims to distinguish itself from rivals like Tesla
It takes time for consumers' car-buying behavior to change, but appetite for EVs could grow in the event of a prolonged Iran conflict.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Two investment strategies for people who are afraid of the stock market
ETFs with protection features can help risk-averse investors increase returns while weathering market storms.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

California is one step closer to America's first billionaire tax. It shows how deep the divide between red and blue state taxes is now.
This year is shaping up to be a milestone moment for state income taxes after last year's massive changes to federal income taxes.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

The federal deficit is a mess — but fixing Social Security could help a lot
It's good policy and would restore confidence in America's most important program

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

What I wish I'd done with my first real paycheck after graduating
Plus: How to spot ‘ghost jobs' that could be sabotaging your employment search

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

U.A.E. quits OPEC. Here's what it means for the oil prices and the economy.
The decision by the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday to quit the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries is a sign the cartel is losing its grip on the ability to control the worldwide supply and price of oil.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Resist the temptation to close your eyes and buy into this S&P 500 rally, advises hedge-fund legend
Jones is concerned about excess leverage in the system, about the S&P valuations and a deluge of equity supply but he does sense an opportunity in Japan

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

GM is weathering the storm of higher gas prices — for now
It takes time for consumers' car-buying behaviors to change, but the appetite for EVs could grow in the event of a prolonged Iran conflict.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

‘I'm not interested in long-term care insurance': I'd like to retire at 55. How much will I have to pay for healthcare?
"The only thing holding me back is worrying about medical costs."

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Oracle, Nvidia and other buzzy tech stocks fall as the ‘OpenAI complex' comes under pressure
A Wall Street Journal report said that the ChatGPT maker missed some financial targets.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

After Arm's stock saw a seven-day winning streak snapped, it's on track for another sharp drop
Investors have been spooked by various matters linked back to OpenAI.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Global oil prices top $111 a barrel after reports that Trump is unhappy with Iran's proposal to end war
Brent crude futures for June delivery climbed to above $111 a barrel as the endpoint of the U.S.-Iran conflict remains unclear.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Could a jet-fuel shortage turn your European summer vacation into a nightmare?
Jet-fuel prices in Europe are among the most emblematic effects of the U.S.-Israel war with Iran and the disruptions the conflict has caused in energy markets.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

Watch for these 21 best-in-class stocks to keep powering the tech rally, analysts advise
Expect the push higher for tech stocks to keep going, says Barclays as Wall Street gets on board. They flag their favorite picks across tech sectors.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

How to spot the silent fees and hidden costs your adviser isn't mentioning
From revenue-sharing ‘kickbacks' to advisory fees on idle cash, here are the two questions you need to ask to protect your returns.

MarketWatch
Apr 28, 2026

What Paul Tudor Jones is warning us against doing as the S&P 500 hits record heights
Jones is concerned about excess leverage in the system, about the S&P valuations and a deluge of equity supply but he does sense an opportunity in Japan

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