Markets Edge Lower Ahead of Key Labor Data, Earnings Deluge
U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday as investors braced for a flood of corporate earnings and crucial labor market reports that could sway Federal Reserve policy expectations.
U.S. stock futures pointed to a lower open Monday as investors braced for a flood of corporate earnings and crucial labor market reports that could sway Federal Reserve policy expectations.
As mortgage rates fluctuate and ambitious policy ideas emerge, economists warn that financing tweaks cannot solve the core issue: a chronic shortage of homes.
Eli Lilly's CEO sees Medicare's new policy covering obesity treatments as a pivotal moment, poised to unlock access for millions of beneficiaries to its incoming oral drug, orforglipron, and intensify the market battle with Novo Nordisk.
A new valuation model suggests Eos Energy Enterprises' stock could be significantly undervalued, presenting a potential opportunity for investors amid a shifting energy policy landscape.
Gold and silver prices plunged to multi-year lows as markets reacted to former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh's nomination, signaling a potential shift toward a more hawkish central bank policy and stronger dollar.
India's government has reaffirmed its stringent cryptocurrency taxation framework in the latest budget, leaving the controversial 30% levy and 1% transaction tax unchanged, dashing industry hopes for reform and cementing a policy that has already driven billions in trading volume offshore.
A quiet crisis is eroding the foundation of U.S. economic decision-making. As key federal data agencies face budget cuts, political pressure, and operational challenges, the resulting information gap could leave policymakers and businesses 'flying blind,' increasing the risks of policy missteps, deeper recessions, and prolonged unemployment.
Igor Runets, founder and CEO of Russia's largest Bitcoin mining operator BitRiver, has been detained and placed under house arrest on charges of large-scale tax evasion. The case unfolds against a backdrop of Western sanctions and operational challenges for the once-dominant firm.
Precious metals continue their sharp retreat from January's record highs, with silver leading the decline as market sentiment shifts following key U.S. policy signals.
The American-born pontiff has issued a public plea for peace amid reports of a covert U.S. plan to destabilize Cuba's government, marking his latest critique of Trump-era foreign policy.
As political pressure on the Federal Reserve intensifies, the legacy of Marriner Eccles—the Utah banker who architected its modern independence—offers a crucial lesson. A BYU expert explains why shielding monetary policy from politics remains vital for economic stability.
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.
Tens of thousands gathered in Prague's Wenceslas Square on Sunday, voicing support for President Petr Pavel in his escalating constitutional dispute with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's coalition government. The protest, organized by pro-democracy activists, highlights deep divisions over Ukraine policy and a controversial ministerial appointment.
American Financial Group (AFG) is scheduled to release its fourth-quarter earnings after the market closes on Tuesday, with analysts anticipating flat revenue growth. The report comes as the property & casualty insurance sector faces headwinds from policy uncertainty and market volatility.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has publicly addressed the deep divisions within America's most storied political family, following the death of his cousin Tatiana Schlossberg and amidst ongoing policy controversies that have placed him at odds with his relatives.
Hyundai Motor has allowed its option to repurchase its former St. Petersburg factory to lapse, marking a decisive step back from the Russian market it once dominated, as the ongoing conflict and sanctions reshape the automotive landscape.
An analysis of wealth accumulation among the world's top billionaires reveals staggering gains during the current presidential term, with policy and market dynamics fueling unprecedented fortunes.
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.
A 24-year-old's father asked her to pay the premiums on his life insurance policy, framing it as an investment for her future. Personal finance expert Dave Ramsey and his co-host Ken Coleman weighed in on the emotional and financial pitfalls of such an arrangement.
The U.S. dollar staged a sharp rally Friday, while gold and silver prices plunged, following President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank. The move, interpreted as a hawkish signal for monetary policy, combined with strong economic data to reshape market expectations.