Bitcoin clawed back some of its steep weekend losses in Monday trading, though the broader digital asset sector and related equities remained under significant selling pressure as investors digested a wave of forced liquidations and awaited key U.S. economic data.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has suspended data collection and delayed the January employment report as a partial government shutdown cuts off its funding, echoing disruptions from last year's historic closure.
An examination of price data reveals that tariffs imposed during the previous administration continue to contribute to higher costs for everyday goods, from groceries to home utilities, adding financial pressure on U.S. households.
While Intel's struggles capture public attention and government subsidies, a less-heralded semiconductor titan, Broadcom, is forging a formidable path in AI through its deep partnership with Alphabet and a business model built for the long haul.
Major European neobanks like Revolut, Monzo, and bunq are renewing their push for a U.S. banking license, betting on regulatory shifts and market potential. Yet, the path is fraught with complexity, geopolitical uncertainty, and fierce competition.
The Labor Department has postponed the release of January's highly anticipated employment report, citing the ongoing partial government shutdown. This marks the second major delay in recent months for a key economic indicator that markets and policymakers rely on.
The parent company of Fatburger, Johnny Rockets, and Twin Peaks files for bankruptcy in Texas, citing inflationary pressures and shifting consumer demand, while vowing to keep restaurants open.
A Memphis man’s anxiety over a company-paid vacation while carrying $20,000 in debt spotlights the psychological tightrope millions of Americans walk between opportunity and financial discipline.
Aerospace giant Boeing is joining a major U.S. public-private initiative to build a national stockpile of critical minerals, a strategic move aimed at reducing dependence on foreign sources and bolstering domestic manufacturing resilience for defense and commercial programs.
Coinbase stock fell over 2% as a broad cryptocurrency sell-off dragged Bitcoin to a 10-month low. The decline was exacerbated by sustained net withdrawals from Spot Bitcoin ETFs, indicating shifting institutional sentiment.
The actively managed Schwab Core Bond ETF (SCCR), launched in early 2025, is gaining attention for its monthly distributions and a current yield of 4.32%. The fund focuses on high-quality U.S. dollar-denominated debt, offering retirees and other investors a potential source of predictable income in a shifting rate environment.
Regional banks like Fifth Third are betting on a historic profit surge if Kevin Warsh reshapes the Fed. But Wall Street warns his ambitious plan to slash rates and shrink the balance sheet faces fierce internal and political headwinds, threatening market stability.
U.S. equities edged higher Monday, buoyed by a rebound in semiconductor and AI infrastructure stocks, alongside a surge in rare earth companies following a new strategic initiative. Gains were tempered by falling energy shares, cryptocurrency volatility, and ongoing concerns over a partial government shutdown.
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner faces mounting pressure and bipartisan condemnation after publicly threatening to 'hunt down' ICE agents, comparing them to Nazis. A Republican congressman has formally urged the Justice Department to open a criminal investigation into the remarks.
U.S. stocks opened higher Monday, reversing earlier futures losses, as a stronger-than-expected manufacturing report boosted sentiment. The Dow Jones and Russell 2000 led the gains.
A landmark Senate hearing this week will examine the potential cultural and economic fallout of Netflix's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, amid fears it could create an unprecedented 'stream-opoly'.
A record number of individuals and businesses found themselves locked out of their bank accounts last year. We examine the opaque reasons behind 'debanking', the immediate steps to take if it happens to you, and the new rules offering a glimmer of transparency.
Syrian government security forces entered the key northeastern city of Hasakeh on Monday, implementing a landmark integration deal with Kurdish authorities. The move marks a significant step in Damascus's campaign to reassert control over the entire country, reshaping the political landscape of northern Syria.
Following the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father from ICE detention, Texas Representative Joaquin Castro accompanied them home and penned a heartfelt letter, telling Liam he 'moved the world' and highlighting the ongoing debate over U.S. immigration enforcement.
Amid a sharp crypto market downturn, Binance has begun converting $1 billion into Bitcoin for its SAFU insurance fund, starting with a $100 million buy. The move comes as Bitcoin's plunge below $80,000 leaves many ETF investors underwater and reignites debate over the causes of October's market crash.
