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MarketWatchJan 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.

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Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Establishes New Department of Justice Division for National Fraud Enforcement - The White House (.gov) (Google Business News)

Yahoo BusinessJan 08, 2026
Could Venezuelan Oil Buy Greenland?


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Trump wants oil at $50. He thinks Venezuela can help — but oil drillers might not go along. (MarketWatch)

MarketWatchJan 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?

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Most Entrepreneurs Have 1 Podcast — I Have 7. Here's How It Gives Me a Huge Competitive Advantage. (Entrepreneur.com)
If Your Culture Is Off, So Is Your Profit — Here's How to Make Sure They Align (Entrepreneur.com)

FT.com - Financial MarketsJan 08, 2026
Hedge funds boom as investor enthusiasm for private equity falters
Industry racks up largest asset gains on record, benefiting from buyout groups' difficulty returning cash to clients

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Brevan Howard profits slump as hedge fund misses out on macro trading boom (FT.com - Financial Markets)

NYTimes BusinessJan 08, 2026
U.S. Trade Deficit Fell to Lowest Level Since 2009 as Tariffs Reshape Trade
The monthly trade deficit continued to shrink in October after President Trump imposed sweeping tariffs on imports, the latest data showed.

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Trade deficit in October hits smallest since 2009 after Trump's tariff moves (CNBC Economy)

Yahoo BusinessJan 08, 2026
Apple Card review: Ideal for Apple fans who want to save on tech purchases


MarketWatch Breaking NewsJan 08, 2026
Could ‘Trump accounts' make your kids millionaires? Maybe — with this strategy.


MarketWatchJan 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.

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Savvy investors now stalking riches in Venezuela, and it's not solely about oil (MarketWatch Breaking News)
Investors are stalking riches in Venezuela, and it's not only about oil (MarketWatch)

Google Business NewsJan 08, 2026
One million without heat and water after Russian strikes, Ukraine says - BBC
One million without heat and water after Russian strikes, Ukraine says  BBCFrance's Macron warns US under Trump is ‘turning away' from allies - Europe live  The GuardianRussia Strikes Ukraine's Power Sector as Allies Draft Peace Plan  Bloomberg.comRussian strikes cause wide-scale blackout in two Ukrainian regions  The Washington Post

Yahoo BusinessJan 08, 2026
Tax-Loss Selling Just Created a Major Buying Opportunity in These 2 Tech Stocks


Yahoo BusinessJan 08, 2026
IRS eliminates Direct File. How can I file my taxes for free now?


CNBC EconomyJan 08, 2026
The December jobs report is due out Friday. Here's what it is expected to show
Nonfarm payrolls likely rose by 73,000 last month while the unemployment rate edged lower to 4.5%, according to the Dow Jones consensus.

MarketWatch Breaking NewsJan 08, 2026
Dow ends 270 points higher, outperforms as tech stocks weigh on Nasdaq, S&P 500


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Dow up around 250 points in final hour; tech stocks weighing down Nasdaq — live (MarketWatch Breaking News)

MarketWatchJan 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 Breaking NewsJan 08, 2026
IRS sets opening day for tax season — two weeks from Monday


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The IRS just announced when you can start filing your taxes. Here's what to expect this tax season. (MarketWatch)

MarketWatch Breaking NewsJan 08, 2026
Even well-off Americans are now worrying more about their jobs. Here's why.


MarketWatchJan 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.

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Aerospace, defense stocks surge after Trump's proposed $1.5 trillion military-spending budget — but are investors too optimistic? (MarketWatch)
Stock Market Today: Defense Stocks Rally; Dow Gains — Live Updates - The Wall Street Journal (Google Business News)

Google Business NewsJan 08, 2026
Eric Schmidt will massively invest in private telescopes, including Hubble replacement - Ars Technica
Eric Schmidt will massively invest in private telescopes, including Hubble replacement  Ars TechnicaLazuli, a Billionaire-Funded Private Space Telescope, Signals a New Strategy for Astronomy  Scientific AmericanFormer CEO of Google spearheads 4 next-gen telescopes — 3 on Earth and 1 in space  SpaceEric and Wendy Schmidt to fund space telescope, three ground-based observatories  Astronomy Magazine

Google Business NewsJan 08, 2026
House to vote on renewing ACA subsidies as a potential deal takes shape in the Senate - NPR
House to vote on renewing ACA subsidies as a potential deal takes shape in the Senate  NPRHouse ACA vote could pressure Senate to act on Obamacare subsidies  Axios9 Republicans vote with Democrats to set up House vote on 3-year extension of ACA subsidies  abcnews.go.comHouse takes step toward extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, overpowering GOP leadership  AP News

Google Business NewsJan 08, 2026
GM takes $6 billion hit as cost of backing away from EVs - CNN
GM takes $6 billion hit as cost of backing away from EVs  CNNGM to record $7.1 billion in fourth-quarter charges due to EV pullback, China restructuring  CNBCGeneral Motors to Report $6B Charge From Electric Vehicle Review  The Wall Street JournalGM discloses $6bn hit from transition to EV and China restructuring  Financial TimesG.M. Books a $7.1 Billion Loss as It Scales Back E.V. Ambitions  The New York Times

Yahoo BusinessJan 08, 2026
Dow Set to Build on Record, S&P 500 Futures Fall as Wall Street Weighs Geopolitical Tensions


MarketWatchJan 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.

CNBC BusinessJan 08, 2026
California's controversial wealth tax proposal leaves billionaires with little way out
The Billionaire Tax Act would impose a one-time tax of 5% on the total wealth of California tax residents whose net worth is $1 billion or more.

CNBC EconomyJan 08, 2026
Layoff pace in December hit lowest level since mid-2024, Challenger says
Planned job cuts totaled 35,553 for the month, a 50% slide from November and an 8% decrease from the same period a year ago.

Yahoo BusinessJan 08, 2026
New car payments just hit a record high. Here's what you should be spending.


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Americans just spent a record $20 billion with buy-now-pay-later. Here's what to do if you overdid it. (MarketWatch)

MarketWatch Breaking NewsJan 08, 2026
MarketWatch Money Challenge, Day 5: Set up these alerts to control your spending


Chicago Tribune Business NewsJan 08, 2026
Holiday shoppers spent a record amount online, searching out deals amid economic anxiety
Online shoppers spent a record $257.8 billion during the holiday season as they snagged major discounts on electronics, sporting goods and appliances, Adobe data show.

Google Market NewsJan 08, 2026
Exclusive: Trump administration mulls payments to sway Greenlanders to join US - Reuters
Exclusive: Trump administration mulls payments to sway Greenlanders to join US  ReutersThe GOP's growing dilemma on Greenland  CNNDanish representatives make the rounds on Capitol Hill as Trump escalates Greenland threats  PoliticoRand Paul says "I will do everything in my power to stop any kind of military takeover in Greenland"  CBS News

Yahoo BusinessJan 08, 2026
Best money market account rates today, January 7, 2026 (secure up to 4.1% APY)


Accounting TodayJan 08, 2026
IRS to open 2026 filing season Jan. 26
Tax season is starting as a number of new provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act take effect.

Inc.comJan 08, 2026
These 10 Jobs Are Most Likely to Pay More in 2026
Certain AI-proof jobs are likely to earn higher compansation this year, but technology's influence on the job market is unmistakable.



Google Business NewsJan 08, 2026
Performance of premium and budget TV brands is closer than ever - The Verge
Performance of premium and budget TV brands is closer than ever  The Verge

Yahoo BusinessJan 08, 2026
GameStop details CEO's compensation package which doesn't include any guaranteed pay


Inc.comJan 08, 2026
No Matter What the Supreme Court Decides, Some Tariffs Are Here to Stay
The nation's highest court is set to rule on the legality of some of Trump's tariffs, but businesses will still be on the hook for others. 



Yahoo BusinessJan 08, 2026
GameStop unveils $35 billion pay plan for CEO Cohen tied to lofty targets


CNBC EconomyJan 08, 2026
The Supreme Court may rule Friday on Trump's tariffs. Here's what's at stake for the economy
The decision is poised to have far-reaching impacts on not only trade policy but also the U.S. fiscal situation.

Google Business NewsJan 08, 2026
Hundreds of nonconsensual AI images being created by Grok on X, data shows - The Guardian
Hundreds of nonconsensual AI images being created by Grok on X, data shows  The GuardianElon Musk's xAI under fire for failing to rein in ‘digital undressing'  CNNWhy isn't there a bigger Grok boycott?  Spitfire NewsMusk's Grok AI Generated Thousands of Undressed Images Per Hour on X  Bloomberg.comGrok's nudes test Europe's resolve to stand up to US tech  politico.eu

MarketWatchJan 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.

MarketWatchJan 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.

Google Business NewsJan 08, 2026
China and Japan, uneasy neighbors in East Asia, are at odds again - AP News
China and Japan, uneasy neighbors in East Asia, are at odds again  AP NewsXi Is Testing Japan's Ties With Trump in Latest Trade Battle  Yahoo FinanceChina says ban on exports of dual-use items to Japan to only hit military companies  ReutersJapanese PM's Taiwan comments prompt China to ban certain exports to Japan  CNNChina's Threat to Block Rare Earths Has Put Japan on High Alert  The New York Times

MarketWatchJan 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.

FT.com - Financial MarketsJan 08, 2026
Trump's Venezuela action raises threat for China's oil supplies
Chinese producers fear similar US intervention in Iran would disrupt access to discounted crude supplies

CNBC BusinessJan 07, 2026
JPMorgan Chase reaches deal to become Apple Card issuer as Goldman closes chapter on consumer foray
JPMorgan Chase has reached a deal to take over the Apple credit card from Goldman Sachs, the two banks said late Wednesday.

Google Business NewsJan 07, 2026
Trump speaks with Colombian president Petro amid rising tensions; Colombian official calls it "very positive" - CBS News
Trump speaks with Colombian president Petro amid rising tensions; Colombian official calls it "very positive"  CBS NewsColombia's President Feared a U.S. Attack. Then Trump Called.  The New York TimesDespite Trump-Petro feud, US-Colombia anti-drug partnership remains strong  CNNMapped: The countries Trump is threatening — and why  Axios

MarketWatch Breaking NewsJan 07, 2026
Why Trump's plan to crack down on institutional buyers won't lower home prices


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Why Trump banning institutional investors like Blackstone from buying homes won't bring down housing costs, according to experts (MarketWatch)

FT.com - Financial MarketsJan 07, 2026
JPMorgan to take over Apple's $20bn credit card portfolio from Goldman Sachs
Deal extricates lender from one of the last businesses related to its ill-fated push into retail banking

NPR Topics: BusinessJan 07, 2026
U.S. population growth is slowing. The immigration crackdown is a major factor
Congressional forecasters have lowered their projection for U.S. population growth over the next decade by 7 million people as a result of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown as well as falling birth rates.

Google Business NewsJan 07, 2026
People who stop taking weight-loss jabs regain weight in under two years, study reveals - The Guardian
People who stop taking weight-loss jabs regain weight in under two years, study reveals  The GuardianPeople coming off weight-loss injections risk fast weight gain  BBCLess than two years after stopping obesity drugs, weight and health issues return, study finds  ReutersHow eggs can help you come off Wegovy - cracking the problem of weight-regain  The Conversation

FT.com - Financial MarketsJan 07, 2026
Washington seeks to control sales of Venezuelan oil ‘indefinitely'
Trump says country will use money accrued to purchase only American goods as Washington prepares to lift some sanctions

Inc.comJan 07, 2026
As the Bernie Sanders-Endorsed Billionaire Tax Looms, a Google Co-Founder Is Leaving California
Larry Page's businesses keep registering in Delaware.



NYTimes BusinessJan 07, 2026
U.S. Details Plan for Venezuela's Oil Sales After Trump Claims Millions of Barrels
The Trump administration said it had an agreement with Venezuela's government, but the country's state-owned oil company said negotiations were underway.

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U.S. vows to control Venezuela oil sales ‘indefinitely' (Washington Post Business)

Inc.comJan 07, 2026
How This Inc. 5000 Company Takes the Pain Out of Payments
‘You have to make it easy for customers to pay you,' says Biller Genie co-founder Garima Shah. Here's how her company can help with that.



Private Equity Breaking NewsNov 26, 2025
Kester concludes first and final close of Fund IV at £425m hard cap
Kester, a sector-focused private equity firm, has completed the first and final close of its fourth fund, Kester Capital Fund IV, at its hard cap of £425m. The four-month fundraise was materially oversubscribed, resulting in a single close driven by strong demand from both existing and new institutional investors. Fund IV marks a significant increase […]

The post Kester concludes first and final close of Fund IV at £425m hard cap appeared first on AltAssets Private Equity News.


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