Initial unemployment filings in Missouri fell by nearly 25% last week, a significant improvement that contrasts with mixed results seen in other states across the nation.
President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank sets the stage for a pivotal confirmation battle, raising questions about monetary policy direction and the erosion of the Fed's political firewall.
Drivers across the Midwest are feeling another pinch at the pump as regional gasoline averages rose for a second consecutive week, now sitting just below the national average.
A federal judge has removed the death penalty as an option for Luigi Mangione, accused of assassinating a top health insurance executive in New York. The ruling narrows the federal case while state murder charges proceed.
Secretary-General António Guterres warns the United Nations could exhaust its regular budget cash by July, citing chronic non-payment of dues by member states and a "Kafkaesque" financial cycle that threatens its core operations.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed legislation to prohibit state and local law enforcement from collaborating with federal immigration authorities, a move the Department of Homeland Security warns will compromise public safety.
A stunning reversal wiped out months of gains for precious metals on Friday, with gold futures tumbling to $4,800 and silver recording a historic single-day drop, sparking fears of a volatile new phase for commodity markets.
Three years after securing $1.3 billion in state incentives, Volkswagen-backed Scout Motors' planned electric vehicle factory faces mounting public costs amid wetland mitigation and inflation, raising questions about risk allocation.
Canadian National CEO Tracy Robinson has delivered a stark assessment of the proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger, stating the railroads have "a long way to go" to satisfy regulatory concerns. In CN's earnings call, she criticized the application for failing to address competitive harms and warned of impacts on shippers, setting the stage for a contentious review process.
President Donald Trump's selection of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank is widely seen as a move to accelerate the rollback of post-crisis financial rules and align regulatory policy more closely with White House objectives, analysts say.
New unemployment filings in Maryland fell significantly last week, offering a spot of positive news for the state's labor market as national claims also edged lower.
A New York federal judge has dismissed murder and weapons charges against Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare's CEO. The ruling deals a significant setback to federal prosecutors and removes the possibility of a death penalty in the high-profile case.
As Nike shares face pressure, CNBC's Jim Cramer points to the company's ongoing turnaround and potential in the Chinese market as key catalysts for recovery, despite recent analyst downgrades.
Despite a 129% share price surge, Cassiar Gold (CVE:GLDC) faces a critical test with a cash runway of just 8 months. We examine the risks and options for the pre-revenue miner as it balances growth ambitions with financial sustainability.
Reports of U.S. officials meeting with Alberta independence advocates have ignited a diplomatic row, as Canada's western province weighs a contentious push for sovereignty with an eye toward Washington.
Federal officials have issued provisional approval to relocate 30 beluga whales and four dolphins from the shuttered Ontario park to accredited U.S. aquariums, averting an immediate euthanasia threat pending final health and care plans.
Despite a recent price target cut by KeyBanc, On Holding AG (NYSE: ONON) remains a top growth pick for 2026, with Goldman Sachs upgrading the stock to Buy. Analysts highlight the brand's global momentum and product strength as key drivers.
Shareholders of New Gold Inc. (TSX:NGD) and Coeur Mining, Inc. have given resounding approval to Coeur's plan to acquire all outstanding shares of New Gold. The vote clears a critical path for the merger, which now awaits final regulatory and court nods to create a significantly larger, diversified precious metals producer with enhanced scale and exploration prospects across North America.
President Donald Trump is set to announce his nominee for Federal Reserve Chair on Friday, with multiple reports indicating former Fed governor Kevin Warsh is the leading candidate to succeed Jerome Powell, a move already rippling through currency markets.
