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MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

Anthropic's Claude suffers an outage. Here's what to know.
Claude had been gaining more respect with users following ChatGPT backlash and the introduction of new coding tools, though an outage might erode some of that goodwill.

MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

‘I don't earn enough to support us and our baby': My husband is unemployed and lost $22,000 trading sports cards. What now?
"I intervened, shut the business down and got him into therapy and support for gambling-type behaviors."

MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

The economy looks great on paper — but this split in consumer mood spells trouble
Recession is more likely when consumers are gloomy about the economy and their own finances.

MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

Why Big Tech's slide is the best thing to happen to your portfolio
Megacap tech stocks are becoming more realistically valued and still offer solid growth.

MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

Conflict in the Middle East won't stop market's rotation away from U.S. tech stocks but accelerate it, says BCA strategist
BCA Research reiterate their conviction in energy and oil services companies, while adding a shipping tanker ETF

MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

Cruise stocks drop, as there's more than just the Iran conflict to worry about
Norwegian's sales miss and downbeat booking and profit outlooks spark concern about demand for cruises.

MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

Here's how far oil is away from dragging stocks into a bear market, according to Morgan Stanley
History shows market can recover quite quickly from geopolitical shocks

MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

Here's oil's path to $120 per barrel, according to JPMorgan
The question is how high could oil prices go in the case of a sustained conflict.

MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

Gasoil is spiking more than crude. What it is and why prices are soaring amid Iran conflict.
The workhorse of the fuel world was climbing on Monday, with a strike on a major Saudi Arabia refinery getting the blame.

MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

Iran conflicts just adds to wall of worry for U.S. stocks, says Citi strategist
The rising oil price is just one more addition to the growing list of concerns that have stalled U.S. equity performance so far in 2026.

MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

‘Wonder Woman' star Gal Gadot lists her elegant beachfront penthouse in Malibu for $8.75 million
Gadot and her husband have carried out extensive renovations of the home, which sits right on the beach.

MarketWatch
Mar 02, 2026

‘Home Alone' star Macaulay Culkin sells California estate for $14.25 million
Macaulay Culkin has quietly sold his sprawling California estate for $14.25 million—one year after he opened up about his role as a "homebody dad" with longtime partner Brenda Song.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

Anthropic's Claude tops App Store charts as backlash builds against OpenAI's ChatGPT
OpenAI faces some user criticism over its new deal with the Department of Defense.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

Allegations of insider trading emerge over prediction-market bets tied to Iran conflict
This weekend was a big one for prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi, but allegations of insider trading and a controversy surrounding the handling of one particularly sensitive market appear to have set off a firestorm of criticism.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

‘I spend $7,500 a month': I'm 47, earn $260K, and have $3 million. Can I retire at 50?
"I own a home worth $520,000 and do not have a mortgage on it."

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

Here's where traders expect crude-oil prices to open after this weekend's attack on Iran
Crude-oil markets won't officially open for a few more hours, but traders are already using prediction markets like Kalshi to take bets on where prices will settle on Monday.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

The whole world is watching this critical energy chokepoint as Iran conflict enters more dangerous phase
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dropped off amid warnings from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. What happens next could have major implications for the global economy.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

Stocks face Iran jitters and a crucial jobs report in the week ahead
"You've got this somewhat dystopian narrative permeating the psychology of the market" with respect to AI and jobs, asset-management firm's CIO says.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

Stocks face Iran jitters and a crucial jobs report in the week ahead as AI layoffs loom large
"You've got this somewhat dystopian narrative permeating the psychology of the market" with respect to AI and jobs, asset-management firm's CIO says.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

Iran strikes by Israel and the U.S. mean you'll be paying a lot more for gasoline this spring, forecasts GasBuddy
Why prices at the pump look to be headed as much as 50 cents higher by May — and possibly even more.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

Has the retail industry rebounded? We'll find out this week from Target, Costco, Best Buy and others' earnings
Some analysts felt the retail industry was due for a modest recovery in 2026. Results from some of the biggest chains this week will offer a sense of how that rebound is going.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

Iran conflict risks Strait of Hormuz standstill and sparks talk of $100-a-barrel oil
Reports indicate Iran's military is not allowing passage through the crucial waterway connecting the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. But there appears not to have been a formal closure announcement.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

As investors wait for crude-oil trading to reopen amid Iran conflict, shares of the world's biggest producer are climbing
Oil futures will begin trading later on Sunday. Saudi Aramco shares were climbing as trading resumed in Saudi Arabia, possibly hinting that crude is headed for a surge.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

A big AI worry? It will destroy old jobs faster than it creates new ones. The only thing lacking is proof.
Artificial intelligence might lead to a revolution in the U.S. economy and dramatically reshape the jobs market. That's precisely why so many people are worried about it.

MarketWatch
Mar 01, 2026

Here's how much you could pay for a gallon of gas by May because of the attacks on Iran
U.S.-Israel strikes against Iran will push up oil prices, as well as how much Americans pay for gasoline at the pump: GasBuddy

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Investors should brace for more than a brief military campaign in Iran
President Trump said Saturday that Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed by U.S.-Israel strikes

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Drone warfare could mean investors need a new guidebook for this Iran conflict
Use of ‘shoot and scoot' drone warfare could prolong Iran conflict, warns Papic at BCA Research

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

‘I found out too late': My stepmother cheated me out of $500K from my father's estate. What can I do?
"Within a week or two after the deadline to contest the will expired, my stepmother sent me an email stating she would not share anything."

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

‘She spent $1,000 a month on weight-loss drugs': My son wrecked his finances after meeting his girlfriend. Who's to blame?
"My son is smart — he really is — but he was in love."

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

‘I won't take out a loan': I need $18K in house repairs. Do I take it from my Roth, 401(k) or IRA?
"I plan to be debt-free in less than two years."

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

‘I dread the snow': My heating and air conditioning always breaks down. Do I spend $15,000 on a new one?
"Is there a formula or method for figuring out when replacement becomes more cost-effective than ongoing repairs?"

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Middle Eastern airports are crossroads of the world. Here's how the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran will sow chaos on air travel.
Dubai and Doha airports are among the largest international hubs for air travel.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

The U.S.-Israel attack on Iran will wreak havoc on international air travel
Dubai and Doha airports are among the largest international hubs for air travel.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Iran conflict raises talk of a return to $100-a-barrel oil
The U.S. and Israel attacked Iran on Saturday, putting a key regional source of the world's crude oil at risk and raising talk of a return to $100-a-barrel oil prices.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

More than 80% say affordability has not improved under Trump, exclusive YouGov-MarketWatch poll finds
Trump touted his record on cost-of-living issues during Tuesday's State of the Union address.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Why more CEOs are taking a page from Elon Musk and chatting directly with customers
Executives say it's all about learning how to better run their businesses, but some corporate watchers question if this is just a PR move.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

How boomers became the richest generation — and why Gen X, Gen Z and millennials may never catch up
There's never been a generation like the baby boomers — and there probably never will be again.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Mortgage rates fall below 6% for the first time since 2022, giving buyers a glimpse of affordability
Falling rates could "drive more potential buyers into the market for spring home-buying season," says Freddie Mac's chief economist.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Need a side hustle to support your retirement dreams? Here's how to find work right now.
7 tips for navigating this tricky job market.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Stanley Druckenmiller says this is how he'd build a portfolio from scratch right now
The legendary investor says he's been shifting his investment focus and AI is no longer playing a starring role.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Trump calls for regime change after U.S.-Israel attack on Iran. Markets should brace for more than June's brief military campaign.
The next 24 to 48 hours of conflict will be crucial for markets after the U.S. and Israel launched military strikes against Iran.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

‘I have a legal and a moral question': My dad left when I was 9, reconnected with me in my 50s and now needs money. What do I owe him?
"After the divorce was finalized, he and his partner moved out of state to a place where there would be no child-support enforcement."

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

This could be Nvidia's next big move, with the stock in search of a positive catalyst
A report says Nvidia is planning a new chip platform that seeks to address evolving customer needs as the AI era transitions more toward inference workloads.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Berkshire Hathaway shrinks cash pile in Buffett's last act as CEO. Here's how successor Greg Abel is now looking to spend.
Company's cash hoard at end of 2025 — which Abel noted was not a sign of an investment retreat — was down 2.1% from September to $373.3 billion.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Trump blacklists Anthropic — and OpenAI swoops in
Claude developer Anthropic refused to let its products be deployed for autonomous weapons or mass surveillance.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Any chance of a Fed interest-rate cut in 2026 is ‘evaporating before our very eyes' with Iran war set to stoke oil prices
U.S. and Israel strike several locations in Iran, which responds with missile attacks on Gulf nations.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

‘Can't sell house' searches are higher now than during the 2008 housing crisis
Here are some expert tips to help you sell your house in a slow market.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

The week, FOBO — ‘fear of becoming obsolete' because of AI — became real for workers and markets
Massive jobs cuts at Block and a cataclysmic Citrini blog post stoked anxieties — but some CEOs and researchers are skeptical about doomsday scenarios.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Can China just steal America's AI brain that's costing trillions to develop?
American companies are spending enormous sums to develop high-performing AI models. Distillation attacks are attempting to maliciously extract them — and nobody is doing much to stop it.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

My boss told me to dress better. Now I feel uncomfortable. He is a white man and I am a Black woman.
During my first review last year, he said, "I just feel like you don't dress for the occasion."

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

‘I dread the snow': My heating and air conditioning always breaks down. Do I spend $15K on a new one?
"Is there a formula or method for figuring out when replacement becomes more cost-effective than ongoing repairs?"

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

These fintech stocks are loved by analysts and could bounce back in a big way
Shares of PayPal and Block are both cheap relative to historic levels, but only one of them commands heavy enthusiasm from analysts.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Any chance the Fed cuts rates this year is ‘evaporating before our very eyes' as Iran tensions raise oil prices
With oil prices rising in response to growing tensions with Iran, the rationale for additional interest-rate cuts by the Federal Reserve is disappearing.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

U.S. strikes on Iran will likely boost defense stocks. Here's what will keep the cash flowing even after the conflict ends.
A massive backlog of maintenance and software contracts will ensure recurring revenue.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

The U.S. and Israel attack Iran. Bitcoin and oil offer a glimpse at how markets could react.
Bitcoin was tumbling on Saturday after military action was carried out against Iran by the U.S. and Israel.

MarketWatch
Feb 28, 2026

Trump says ‘massive' strike against Iran underway — bitcoin plunge offers a glimpse of how markets could react
Bitcoin was tumbling on Saturday after military action was carried out against Iran by the U.S. and Israel.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Private-credit ‘cockroaches' and the AI ‘scare trade' hammered stocks in February. Here's what else has investors shaken up.
Stocks were caught up Friday in a whirlwind of market-moving headlines, making for a wild final trading day in a rough month for U.S. equities.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Trump blacklists Anthropic, opening the door to Elon Musk and xAI
Grok will let its model be used for classified purposes, while Anthropic has refused to let its products be deployed for autonomous weapons or mass surveillance.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Here's what's worth streaming in March 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more
Shows like HBO's ‘DTF St. Louis' and ‘Rooster,' Paramount's ‘The Madison' and Netflix's ‘Peaky Blinders' movie jump out of the gate as Emmy season gets underway

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Trump warned ‘sometimes you have to' use force on Friday. Oil markets now see high odds of a U.S. strike on Iran.
Oil prices jolted higher on Friday, booking their biggest daily gains in over a week, after President Trump signaled the window for using diplomacy to end Tehran's nuclear program may be closing.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

United's stock had its worst day in months on rising oil prices, market jitters
United Airlines' stock on Friday suffered its worst drop in 10 months, with other airline stocks also seeing steep declines amid rising oil futures prices and increased market jitters.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

My wife's credit-card payment is three months overdue. As an authorized user, am I in trouble?
"All correspondence regarding the account was sent to my wife's email."

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

‘Many politicians work well into their 80s': I'm 71 and earn $300K for a Fortune 200 company. Do I work until I'm 75?
"My company is eager to retain me because of the 45 years of knowledge and experience I bring."

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

The bond market has been doing something strange despite a hot inflation report
Worries over the destructive impact of artificial intelligence on the U.S. economy were sweeping through the $30 trillion bond market on Friday.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

10 rock-solid financial rules to live by — no exceptions
100% of us should be doing these things.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Palantir's stock nabs another upgrade, with its valuation now less of a ‘struggle'
Palantir Technologies' stock has been a fan favorite among retail investors. Now, Wall Street analysts are warming to the software company's story.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

The real winner in the battle for Warner Bros. isn't who you think it is
Also in Weekend Reads: How to invest during the AI transition, what OpenAI needs to do and a warning for aspiring day traders.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

United's stock is having its worst day in months on rising oil prices, market jitters
United Airlines' stock was leading S&P 500 index decliners on Friday and heading for its worst drop in 10 months, with other airline stocks also seeing steep declines amid rising oil futures prices and increased market jitters.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Software stocks fall as Block's big job cuts stoke further AI fears
Block's layoffs exacerbated concerns that artificial-intelligence could decimate employee counts and hurt demand for software.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Her accountant went to prison. Now the IRS is coming after her for $328,000.
She didn't intend to evade taxes when she hired the accountant in 1993, but she's still on the hook for his actions.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

My brother is paranoid, alone and has forgotten that he sold his house. How can we help?
His lawyer said, "He's gone off the deep end."

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Oil prices rise as Trump signals military attack on Iran is still on the table
Oil prices were up sharply Friday after President Donald Trump reportedly suggested that a U.S. military strike on Iran is still being considered after a deal to end Tehran's nuclear ambitions didn't materialize this week.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Medicare will run out of money 12 years earlier than expected
The Congressional Budget Office warns America's public retirement programs are deteriorating at a shocking rate.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Did Paramount overpay and Netflix get away scot-free? Taking stock of the Warner Bros. deal.
Paramount must now absorb a troubled asset at a high cost, while Netflix investors seem overjoyed to not have such problems.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

After 46 years working, I'm not retiring — instead, I take a vacation every month. Is that a good life in your 70s?
"I've owned my own company for the last 15 years. It's worth $8.5 million."

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Boomers waste money, too. These are the spending traps tripping up the richest generation.
Baby boomers may not be the "avocado toast" generation, but they have plenty of their own wasteful and financially damaging habits.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Most banks fail miserably at helping grieving families make this vital financial move
When a loved one dies, the last thing you want to hear is hold music.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

February's ‘panic' rotation in stocks sets the stage for more tumult in March
February's anti-AI trade has been driving a dramatic rotation under the surface of the stock market. Has it gone too far already?

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

I'm turning 50 this year and want to walk away from my $200,000 job. Should I do it?
"I can officially retire from my employer at age 55, but I'm not sure I can gut it out."

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Block says AI will allow it to cut more than 4,000 jobs. Some argue that's not the whole story.
Block's "audacious" move ignites debate over whether the company is using AI as an excuse to walk back reckless hiring.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

‘I am fearful': My ailing relative is being forced into assisted living. What can I do?
"My relative also has no idea what they are being charged for these services."

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Amazon, Nvidia and SoftBank pour $110 billion into OpenAI — raising the stakes for AI monetization
OpenAI's new $730 billion valuation is more than double what it was a year ago, but the company's financials pale in comparison with those of its public peers.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Jump in oil prices may reflect worry about Iran delays on nuclear deal, analyst says
Oil prices were climbing on Friday, shaking off losses from the previous session, as markets get increasingly nervous about delays in reaching a deal to end Tehran's nuclear ambitions.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

I told my boss I need an ADHD coach and his response was unhelpful. Can we fix our working relationship?
"I feel like I'm just in shut-down and discouraged mode."

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

His lawyer said, ‘He's gone off the deep end.' My brother is paranoid and forgot he sold his house. What can I do?
"My sister and I are his only family, the will is made and we would inherit his estate."

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Wholesale prices rise sharply and point to persistent inflation
The cost of wholesale goods and services rose at an accelerated pace in January for the second month in a row, suggesting persistent inflation could dog the economy at least through the early part of the new year.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Wholesale prices rise sharply, pointing to persistent inflation — but there's some good news
The cost of wholesale goods and services rose at an accelerated pace in January for the second month in a row, suggesting persistent inflation could dog the economy at least through the early part of the new year.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

FanDuel parent's stock tumbles as the house just can't seem to win for its investors
Shares of FanDuel's parent were pointing down after disappointing earnings. Its users lost too many bets and left for competitors.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Beware of banks breaking bad, warns top B. of A. strategist. He casts a wary eye on bank-loan ETFs.
Problem loans in the financial-services sector imply mounting risks for markets.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Howard Marks of Oaktree makes 180-degree turn on AI after Claude tutorial. Here's how he suggests investors approach it.
Legendary investor is still undecided about the AI bubble but the technology is revolutionary, he thinks. He believes AI has the capacity to be a better investor than most.

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Nine out of 10 bets this fund manager made outperformed over the past year. Here's his next two plays.
Gold miners, Japan stocks and nuclear plays boosted Man Group's portfolio

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

Nine out of 10 bets this fund manager made over the past year have outperformed. These are his next two plays.
Gold miners, Japan stocks and nuclear plays boosted Man Group's portfolio

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

‘My sister and I are his only family': My brother is paranoid and forgot he sold his house. What can I do?
In an email, his lawyer said, "He's gone over the deep end."

MarketWatch
Feb 27, 2026

KISS rocker Gene Simmons lowers price of Beverly Hills home to $12.5 million after months on the market
This is the second time KISS bassist Gene Simmons has cut the price of the luxury home.

MarketWatch
Feb 26, 2026

Yes, consumers in China are consuming again. It's just not their No. 1 priority these days.
Retail sales are still rising, but record household savings, stepped-up gold buying and reined-in income expectations suggest the population of the world's second largest economy is now prioritizing security over splurges — with consequences for global brands and investors.

MarketWatch
Feb 26, 2026

Trump allies David and Larry Ellison win battle for Warner Bros. Discovery after Netflix bows out
The streaming giant said countering Paramount's bid was "no longer financially attractive."

MarketWatch
Feb 26, 2026

This travel hack could save you hundreds on your summer vacation — just in time for the World Cup
Millions of international visitors are expected to flock to the U.S. this summer to experience the 2026 FIFA World Cup. And with hotel prices on the rise due to increased demand, tourists are seeking alternative lodging options.

MarketWatch
Feb 26, 2026

Duolingo is making some changes to contend with the threat of AI. Its stock is sinking.
Following a slowdown in user growth, the language-learning company is stepping up investment and changing how it thinks about its tiers of service

MarketWatch
Feb 26, 2026

Sweetgreen's disappointing sales offer a reality check for restaurants, after Cava's rally
A day after Cava's upbeat sales forecast raised hopes for the restaurant industry, rival fast-casual chain Sweetgreen is bringing them back to earth.

MarketWatch
Feb 26, 2026

Netflix drops out of bidding for Warner Bros. in the wake of Paramount's improved offer
The streaming giant said countering Paramount's bid was "no longer financially attractive."

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