With a partial government shutdown underway, House Speaker Mike Johnson confronts a dual crisis: securing passage of a federal funding package and mediating an intensifying political battle over the scope and tactics of Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations.
House Speaker Mike Johnson stated on Sunday that he believes he has secured enough Republican support to pass a stopgap funding bill and end the partial government shutdown by Tuesday at the latest, citing logistical hurdles due to severe weather.
House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed confidence that Republicans have the votes to pass a stopgap funding bill by Tuesday, aiming to end a partial government shutdown triggered over the weekend amid ongoing immigration policy disputes.
Chevron CEO Mike Wirth signals the energy giant could significantly ramp up processing of Venezuelan crude at its U.S. refineries, following a pivotal Treasury Department license that eases trade restrictions with Caracas.
Buoyed by strategic brand exits and tariff mitigation, Church & Dwight enters 2026 with robust cash flow and a sharpened focus on its 'power brands' like Arm & Hammer and TheraBreath, despite a challenging consumer landscape.
Washington has formally accused Havana of orchestrating intimidation tactics against its chief envoy, following a series of heated public confrontations that underscore escalating bilateral tensions.
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'.
Hess Midstream Partners (HESM) capped off 2025 with robust operational results and the completion of its core infrastructure build-out. Management now signals a sharp pivot towards capital discipline, forecasting significantly lower spending through 2028 to fuel growing shareholder returns, even as severe winter weather tempers near-term volume expectations.
As the Federal Reserve holds rates steady, defying early-year cut expectations, investors are weighing tools for a potential policy pivot. The Fidelity Dividend ETF for Rising Rates (FDRR) offers a unique, tech-infused strategy designed to navigate—and potentially profit from—a higher-rate environment.
New federal data reveals a significant year-over-year jump in energy costs for November, with natural gas prices soaring and electricity rates climbing, squeezing household budgets amid fluctuating demand and generation patterns.
The health retailer unveils its first AI-powered 'Shoppe Advisor' in a Manhattan flagship, aiming to blend digital personalization with human expertise in a competitive market, following a year of ownership changes and executive reshuffling.
After years of aggressive rate hikes blamed for stifling manufacturing and squeezing truckers, the nomination of Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve suggests a pivotal policy shift. This analysis examines the toll of recent monetary policy on the freight sector and what a Warsh-led Fed might mean for its recovery.
A Wahneta, Florida, resident faces enhanced felony charges including arson and criminal mischief. The Polk County Sheriff's Office states the suspect's illegal immigration status factored into the severity of the allegations, reigniting debates around local enforcement and federal policy.
Ark Invest's founder bolstered positions in key holdings across e-commerce, fintech, and cryptocurrency sectors ahead of major earnings reports, signaling confidence amidst market volatility.
Congress faces a critical vote to avert a prolonged shutdown, while newly released documents shed light on the Minneapolis shooting involving immigration officers and the Epstein case continues to reverberate.
Despite a recent sales miss, AutoZone (AZO) is doubling down on store growth, drawing mixed analyst reactions. JPMorgan remains bullish with an $4,100 price target, while Wolfe Research downgraded the stock, highlighting the complex landscape for the auto parts retailer.
Shares of the packaged food giant have slumped over the past year, raising questions about whether the stock is a bargain or a value trap. A deep dive into valuation metrics suggests significant upside potential.
With a partial government shutdown entering its third day, the House prepares to vote on a Senate-crafted funding deal. While Speaker Johnson eyes a Tuesday resolution, deep partisan divisions over Homeland Security funding and procedural hurdles threaten to prolong the stalemate, leaving thousands of federal employees working without pay.
QatarEnergy awards McDermott a pivotal contract to plan the removal of 27 aging offshore platforms, marking the nation's first major step in responsibly retiring legacy oil and gas infrastructure.
For many Americans, the dream of homeownership is masking a harsh financial reality. Experts warn that being 'house poor'—where housing costs consume an unsustainable portion of income—is a growing, often unnoticed, threat to financial health and personal well-being.
