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MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

How Trump's control over Venezuela's oil gets him close to a seat at OPEC's table
‘Control of Venezuela oil is shifting rapidly from boardrooms to governments', says Nigel Green of deVere Group.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

The S&P 500 is losing the momentum that had been fueling stock investors
Lack of follow-through to new highs is concerning but not necessarily bearish — yet.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Americans just spent a record $20 billion with buy-now-pay-later. Here's what to do if you overdid it.
Here are 5 tips for getting your debt under control in 2026.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Nvidia had a chilling effect on these power stocks. Are investors being too harsh?
Nvidia's new, more efficient racks could lessen the need for products that use cold water to remove excess heat from data centers.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Why Alphabet's stock can further reign as ‘king' of the AI trade in 2026
As the Google parent company edges closer to a $4 trillion market capitalization, a new bull cheers AI advantages that can keep the rally going.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Supposedly ‘normal' U.S. jobs report could throw curveballs. Here's a cheat sheet.
The pivotal U.S. jobs report for December is supposed to be the first normal one since the government shutdown, but it could prove devilishly hard for investors to parse.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Aerospace, defense stocks surge after Trump's proposed $1.5 trillion military-spending budget — but are investors too optimistic?
ETFs that target aerospace and defense stocks are beating the S&P 500 so far in 2026.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

‘It's been a struggle getting payments from her': I rent a house to our daughter. Do I just gift her the house?
"She would be responsible for taxes and insurance, which should be manageable."

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Trump wants oil at $50. He thinks Venezuela can help — but oil drillers might not go along.
The president seeks to provide some relief at the nation's gas pumps, but some consider crude prices at $50 a barrel as too low for U.S. drillers.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Even Warren Buffett couldn't keep beating the market without fail. Here's why.
Would you have invested in Berkshire Hathaway stock at the start of Buffett's career?

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Nike needs more than Tim Cook to rescue its stock, amid ‘longer than expected' turnaround
Needham analysts downgraded Nike stock on slow turnaround progress, while China "has become a puzzle that management is struggling mightily to put back together."

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

GM's stock gets an almost ‘silly' upgrade. Why this analyst is now bullish on its prospects.
Shares of Ford and GM have logged nice gains in the past year, and Piper Sandler says that capitulations on EVs bode well for their performance going forward.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Bessent touts Trump's tariffs as markets gird for Supreme Court ruling
In a speech Thursday, the Treasury secretary also pressed the Federal Reserve for more interest-rate cuts.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

MarketWatch Money Challenge, Day 5: Set up these helpful alerts to control your spending
You've done a ton of hard work to figure out a path to becoming wealthier in 2026 and beyond. It's time to put up simple guardrails to keep things on track in part five of our seven-day challenge.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Could ‘Trump accounts' make your kids millionaires? Maybe — with this strategy.
The accounts, which are set to become available on July 5, are for children born between 2025 and 2028.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Why does Australia's retirement system outrank America's?
Our Social Security program is well-structured, but with one major flaw

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

U.S. economy's secret weapon surges in third quarter, raising hopes of AI payoff
Economists think investment in technology is helping companies do more with less labor.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

The IRS just announced when you can start filing your taxes. Here's what to expect this tax season.
It's the first tax season with the latest Trump tax cuts — and also the first since deep staff cuts at the IRS.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Stock investors and oil companies could have a long wait before making any real money in Venezuela
Infrastructure and economic rebuilding hinges on the U.S. lifting sanctions.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Amazon and these four tech stocks can benefit most from the next AI wave, according to Bank of America
The next phase of the AI trade will depend on autonomous agents. These five stocks could lead the rally.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

The Fed is facing these 5 powerful forces now boosting the economy and markets
Businesses are managing tariffs, and AI is raising productivity — the Fed will need to be cautious.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Jobless claims stay very low and show no sign of rising layoffs
There might not be a bigger tell for the health of the economy than the number of layoffs, but the story remains the same: Businesses aren't cutting many jobs, and the U.S. economy is still expanding.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Softer sofas, fewer coat sizes and simpler packaging: tariffs are changing more than just the prices of products
Efforts to manage higher import costs have led some companies to tweak product design, packaging and selection.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Trade deficit plunges to 16-year low due to U.S. gold rush and shrinking imports
Still, the trade deficit is growing — not shrinking

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Copper looks better than aluminum medium-term, says JPMorgan as it downgrades Alcoa
Alcoa cut to underweight on valuation grounds but JPMorgan sticks with overweight call on Freeport McMoRan.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

These 5 portfolio moves to make now can help you stay invested in volatile markets
Wells Fargo investment strategists expect lower interest rates, tech-sector growth and international-stock gains in 2026.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Warren Buffett's legendary investing record reveals this tough truth about the stock market
Would you have invested in Berkshire Hathaway stock at the start of Buffett's career?

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Running a business in a failed state: Cargill veteran's firsthand account of corruption and chaos in Caracas — and what comes next
The author of a viral post on Venezuela, relating from personal experience its difficult day-to-day conditions, admits he was shocked by how far his message spread.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

The best money advice that I ever got was boring — and life-changing
How the quiet money decisions can matter more than the loud advice — and why we're launching a newsletter to help you focus on what actually matters

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

The history doesn't look good four years into a bull market. Why these strategists are optimistic anyway.
The stock market's valuation has never been in year four of a bull market.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Defense-contractor stocks rebound after Trump follows criticism with pledge to lift military budget by 50%
Traders bemoan whipsaw action in the sector

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

These 5 economic and market forces can power solid growth for jobs and stocks in 2026
Businesses are managing tariffs, and AI is boosting productivity — improving prospects for the economy, profits and financial markets.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

5 portfolio moves to make now that could pay off this year
Expect lower interest rates, tech-sector growth and international-stock gains in 2026. Here's why.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Would you have invested in Berkshire Hathaway stock at the start of Warren Buffett's career?
Buffett's legendary investing record reveals a hard truth about the stock market.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Oil's ‘Maduro trade' faded fast — and won't come back until Venezuela stabilizes
Economic rebuilding depends on the U.S. lifting sanctions. The wait for Venezuela — and U.S. companies — could be long.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

‘We track our finances religiously': Are we obliged to pay for our daughter's medical school? We have $2.6 million saved for retirement.
"I am retired, and my wife is an employed physician. She is 56 and would like to retire as well."

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

How to compete with AI in a bleak job market, according to this software giant's CEO
Simply having a computer-science degree isn't enough as AI replaces low-level coders.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Investors are stalking riches in Venezuela, and it's not only about oil
Venezuela's defaulted debt has become the hot ticket on Wall Street as the White House tightens its grip of oil from the South American nation.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Some savvy investors are seeking riches in Venezuela. It isn't only about oil.
Venezuela's defaulted debt has become the hot ticket on Wall Street as the White House tightens its grip of oil from the South American nation.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

The history doesn't look good four years into a bull market. Why these strategists are still optimistic.
The stock market's valuation has never been in year four of a bull market.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 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 08, 2026

Even wealthy Americans are starting to worry more about their jobs
Fresh surveys of consumers have found more higher-income Americans are starting to feel the pressure of a weaker labor market, which will likely lead to less spending and weaken the economy.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

We paid my daughter and son-in-law's mortgage when it reached $76K. Here's why we chose that magic figure.
"My husband, daughter, son-in-law and I all went to the bank."

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Running a business in a failed state: Cargill's man with a ringside seat on the chaos in Venezuela
The author of a viral post on Venezuela, relating from personal experience its difficult day-to-day conditions, admits he was shocked by how far his message spread.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 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 08, 2026

Actor Mickey Rourke faces eviction for claim of $59,000 unpaid rent at L.A. home
Hollywood icon Mickey Rourke is facing eviction from his leased Los Angeles home after his landlord accused him of falling behind on nearly $60,000 in rent.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Defense stocks rebound after Trump follows criticism with pledge to lift military budget by 50%
Traders bemoan whipsaw action in the sector

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Are you too old to see a shrink? As loneliness soars among seniors, the question is more relevant than ever.
Even people who are confident and resilient may struggle with anxiety, depression or grief.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Why a weaker construction market has become a problem for Constellation Brands' beer business
Corona maker Constellation Brands said that economic stress among its large segment of Hispanic consumers and a weaker construction market continued to weigh on beer demand.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Why Trump banning institutional investors like Blackstone from buying homes won't bring down housing costs, according to experts
‘Institutional investors are a tiny share of the market, and a tinier share of the total U.S. housing market,' one expert says

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Goldman Sachs' Apple Card saga is finally coming to an end
JPMorgan will take over the card program, which had been a major headache for Goldman.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

These stocks are in play as Trump and China feud over Greenland
Greenland possesses 39 of the 50 minerals the United States has classified as critical to national security.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

AI investment won't pay off unless employees can do the work it demands
The U.S. urgently needs an education and workforce effort that can handle the significant changes stemming from AI.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Here's how much oil Venezuela is producing and exporting, as the country's future hangs in the balance
A guide to what's happened with Venezuela's crude-oil production and exports since President Donald Trump ordered a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers linked to Venezuela.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Investors are waiting on Friday's jobs numbers. They should be more worried about this other labor report.
AI-driven productivity gains are hindering the Fed's effort to juice the labor market.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

This 100-year-old stock-market indicator just flashed a buy signal. Here's how investors should read it.
A stock-market indicator that has been used by investment analysts for more than a century flashed a bullish signal this week.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Dow gets off to its best yearly start since 2018 despite Wednesday's 466-point drop
The Dow Jones Industrial Average is having its best start to any new year since 2018, bolstered by financial and industrial names like Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and Caterpillar Inc., despite pullbacks in the blue-chip index and both companies' shares on Wednesday.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Lockheed and Northrop shares dive as Trump says he'll ‘not permit' dividends and buybacks in defense sector
President targets executive pay as he calls for faster production and maintenance of military equipment

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Pittsburgh's largest newspaper says it's shutting down just weeks after end of 3-year strike
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's owner, Block Communications, says a November court ruling ordering the paper to restore an earlier employee contract made continuing unsustainable

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Why is Intel's stock surging? Here's what Wall Street has to say.
As the AI trade broadens out, Intel's stock was leading the S&P 500's gainers.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Supposedly ‘normal' U.S. jobs report could throw a few curveballs. Here's a cheat sheet.
The pivotal U.S. jobs report for December is supposed to be the first normal one since the government shutdown, but it could prove devilishly hard for investors to parse.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

A shift in leadership is taking shape in the U.S. stock market. Here's where investors can find fresh opportunities.
The S&P 500 has barely budged since late October. Yet beneath the surface of the U.S. equity market, big shifts have been taking place.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

MarketWatch's 7-day money challenge to get rich(er) in 2026, Day 1: Know your worth.
Are you ready to take control of your money so it works harder for you in 2026? Here's part one of our seven-day playbook to get your finances in top shape.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

MarketWatch Money Challenge, Day 3: Make a plan to save 25% to 40% of your pay.
Now that you're warmed up, here's part three in our seven-day playbook to get your finances in top shape — and it's not an easy one.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

MarketWatch Money Challenge to get rich(er) in 2026. Day 2: Save more — automatically
In day two of our seven-part playbook to get your finances in top shape, we discuss the easiest way to increase your saving rate. Take control of your money so it works harder for you in 2026.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Kraft Heinz and Mondelez shares drop as Trump officials blast ultraprocessed foods and unveil new food pyramid
Shares in giant food companies such as Kraft Heinz and PepsiCo lost ground Wednesday as top officials in the Trump administration criticized ultraprocessed foods and sugary drinks while releasing new dietary guidelines.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

CNBC parent's stock is in turmoil: Versant shares pummeled for the third day in a row after Comcast spinoff
The new corporate home to the cable channels CNBC, MS Now and USA Network has started off losing 25% of its market value following separation from Comcast.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

How Alphabet surpassed Apple to become the second-most valuable company in the world
The Google parent company has become an AI superpower with a footprint that spans the entire industry.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

For the first time in years, more homeowners have a 6% mortgage rate than a 3% one. That's great news for frustrated buyers.
Why it's actually a good thing for the housing market that so many homeowners have mortgage rates over 6% now.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

MarketWatch Money Challenge, Day 4: Refinance your loans to possibly save thousands of dollars
Americans spend a lot on interest, an invisible expense. We tackle this in the fourth part of our seven-day playbook to get your finances in top shape.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

These ‘underappreciated' AI stocks could finally get their chance to shine
Other networking-oriented stocks have more than tripled in the past year, but not Cisco and Arista.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Merck could lose up to $630 million in revenue after CDC changes HPV vaccine recommendation
The U.S. now only recommends one dose of an HPV vaccine. It used to say all children should get two to three doses of the vaccine, depending on their age.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Why Big Tech stocks are so much more attractive than they were only two months ago
For most Big Tech stocks, forward price/earnings ratios have declined recently, and it is not only because share prices have fallen.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Are you too old to see a therapist? As loneliness soars among seniors, the question is more relevant than ever.
Even people who are confident and resilient may struggle with anxiety, depression or grief.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

These rare-earth stocks could benefit as Trump and China feud over Greenland
Greenland possesses 39 of the 50 minerals the United States has classified as critical to national security.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Why Elon Musk now says it would be a ‘distraction' for SpaceX to go to Mars this year
SpaceX had initially planned to send a rocket filled with robots to Mars in 2026. Then progress stalled.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Help wanted? Not really. U.S. economy is barely adding new workers.
Job openings stay stuck near a five-year low.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Help wanted? Not really. U.S. economy is barely adding workers.
Job openings stay stuck near a five-year low.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

‘Women deserve an apology': For menopause, hormone therapy is now considered safe — just in time for aging millennials
The FDA no longer requires a safety warning on hormone-replacement therapies, at a time when more attention is being paid to perimenopause and menopause.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Taking out a loan? First make these 5 smart moves to raise your credit score — whether you have weeks or months
MarketWatch talked to credit experts to develop an order of operations to improve your credit score ASAP and get better loan rates in 2026

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

The U.S. services sector picked up in December, as employment expanded for first time in seven months
Economists see the services sector continuing to expand moderately as long as consumer spending holds up.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Investors are waiting on Friday's jobs numbers. They should be more worried about this productivity report.
AI-driven productivity gains are hindering the Fed's effort to juice the labor market.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

I'm in my 30s and my parents pick up the tab for family dinners. Should I chip in?
"My cousins and I are in our 30s, so a boozy brunch a couple of times a year sounds more fun."

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

AI investments won't pay off unless employees can do the work required
The U.S. urgently needs an education and workforce effort that can handle the significant changes stemming from AI.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Warner Bros. tells shareholders that Larry Ellison's wealth isn't enough to best Netflix bid
Paramount's latest offer, backed by Ellison's personal fortune, remains inferior to Netflix's accepted proposal, Warner Bros. says, urging shareholders to reject the hostile bid.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

ADP says businesses add 41,000 jobs in December — U.S. jobs market isn't getting any worse —
ADP said businesses created 41,000 jobs in December, suggesting a weak U.S. labor market showed mild improvement heading into the new year.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

AI won't pay off if employees can't do the work it demands
The U.S. urgently needs an education and workforce effort that can handle the significant changes stemming from AI.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

GameStop follows Tesla's lead by tying its CEO's pay to these ‘extraordinary growth' targets
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen would see a huge stock-options package if he can grow the company's market cap by about 1,000% and hit new profit targets.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

5 easy 401(k) moves to make now to start building long-term wealth
By starting early, even with small contributions initially, 401(k) accounts can be a powerful tool for building long-term wealth.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

The Supreme Court could rule on Trump's tariffs as soon as Friday. Here's how it could play out.
One key will be whether the court's ruling is a clean decision, or if some IEEPA tariffs are permitted.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

The calm before the systemic reckoning. Here's what keeps one top economist awake at night.
Former central banker is alarmed by the prospect of runaway inflation and governments unable to sustain their debt. loads.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

The last bearish overhang for crude — Venezuela — is now gone. Why one trader says oil will follow in gold's footsteps.
Energy bears had one last hope: a Venezuelan production ramp. That's over and the energy sector has never been cheaper, says Kevin Muir.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

Why stocks will sidestep 1920s and 1987 parallels, according to Goldman Sachs
In a new note, strategists led by Ben Snider warn the market is about to navigate a difficult environment.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

My friend, who had no children or wife, died suddenly. His sister is contesting his will. Will she succeed?
"He did not intend to leave anything to his sister, his only living relative."

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

‘Opening up to possibilities': Olympic diver Greg Louganis on his new life in Panama at 65, after auctioning off his gold medals
Olympic star Greg Louganis has offered a glimpse inside his life after leaving the U.S.—months after he auctioned his medals to raise the funds he needed to relocate to Panama.

MarketWatch
Jan 07, 2026

An ounce of gold now buys 80 barrels of oil, and other eye-opening stats
Silver's market capitalization has overtaken that of America's most valuable company, Nvidia, as one ounce of gold buys 80 barrels of oil.

MarketWatch
Jan 06, 2026

Trump says Venezuela will send U.S. up to 50 million barrels of oil — and he'll control the proceeds
President Donald Trump late Tuesday said Venezuela will send the U.S. 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil, which will then be sold by the U.S. and the proceeds controlled by him.

MarketWatch
Jan 06, 2026

Why Sandisk's stock just soared to its best day in 11 months
Memory and storage stocks reigned supreme in 2025 and are leading the pack once again to start 2026.

MarketWatch
Jan 06, 2026

Strategy's stock is rising as investors get some much-needed good news
Strategy gets to stay in MSCI indexes for now — though the index provider says it will launch a more general review of whether investment-oriented companies can keep their spots.

MarketWatch
Jan 06, 2026

I'm retired and selling my home after 35 years — what's changed since the ‘90s?
Retirees need to learn a lot before undertaking the task. They are wise to begin long before listing their homes.

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