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MarketWatch
Jan 12, 2026

20 bank stocks expected to rise as much as 17% during 2026
Regional-bank stocks trade at lower valuations than those of the largest U.S. banks.

MarketWatch
Jan 12, 2026

Is Walmart now a tech company? Stock surges after AI moves, Nasdaq-100 inclusion.
Walmart's focus on technology to drive sales helps lift its stock into record territory.

MarketWatch
Jan 12, 2026

As big banks kick off earnings season, these are the critical numbers to watch
Expectations are building for the largest U.S. banks to set higher performance targets as regulators take a lighter approach to industry supervision.

MarketWatch
Jan 12, 2026

Credit-card stocks are sliding, but Trump's plan for a 10% rate cap isn't a done deal
A 10% cap on interest rates could mean a big hit to earnings at companies like Capital One and Synchrony. But a Jefferies analyst says it's "highly unlikely" that Trump gets his way.

MarketWatch
Jan 12, 2026

Why the market is now more sensitive to the latest battle between Jerome Powell and President Trump
Precious metal prices surge as conflict intensifies

MarketWatch
Jan 12, 2026

‘We track our finances religiously': Are we obliged to pay for our daughter's medical school? We have $2.6 million saved for retirement.
"I am retired, and my wife is an employed physician. She is 56 and would like to retire as well."

MarketWatch
Jan 12, 2026

‘I'm on a fixed budget': Silver and gold are too rich for my blood. What else can I gift my adorable grandchildren?
"I've already listed them as beneficiaries on my 401(k)."

MarketWatch
Jan 12, 2026

‘I would like to quit working': I'm 65. My son wants to live in my second home for less than the market rent. Do I say yes?
"Our son would like to stay there and start a family."

MarketWatch
Jan 12, 2026

Credit-card stocks are slumping. But analysts say a 10% rate cap is far from a done deal.
A 10% cap on interest rates could mean a big hit to card companies' earnings. But a Jefferies analyst says it's "highly unlikely" that Trump gets his way.

MarketWatch
Jan 12, 2026

Here's your chance to rent tennis champ Novak Djokovic's luxury penthouse in Serbia
Tennis fans can now lounge at Novak Djokovic's sprawling Serbian retirement home for an eye-watering sum of $17,542 a night.

MarketWatch
Jan 12, 2026

Singer Lily Allen and ‘Stranger Things' star David Harbour cut price of Brooklyn townhouse amid split
Lily Allen and actor David Harbour have cut $695,000 from the price of their Brooklyn townhouse—just over 2 months after the estranged couple listed it amid their acrimonious divorce.

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

Trump says he's ‘inclined to keep Exxon out' of Venezuela after CEO's skepticism
President Donald Trump on Sunday threatened to exclude Exxon Mobil from any oil deals in Venezuela, after the oil giant apparently didn't display enough enthusiasm during a Friday meeting at the White House.

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

Apple's stock can climb 35% this year — if these four scenarios play out
The biggest bull on Apple's stock is looking for the company to address its "invisible AI strategy' and keep Tim Cook around as CEO for this transformative period.

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

Why investors shouldn't panic yet about Trump's plan to cap credit-card rates
A 10% cap on interest rates could mean a big hit to card companies' earnings. But a Jefferies analyst says it's "highly unlikely" that Trump gets his way.

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

Powell says criminal investigation by Trump's Justice Department threatens Fed's independence
The Justice Department served the Federal Reserve with grand jury subpoenas on Friday, Fed Chair Jerome Powell said Sunday, threatening an "unprecedented" criminal indictment against him over cost overruns for the renovation of the Fed's headquarters building.

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

U.S. stock futures sink after Powell accuses Trump of intimidation over DOJ probe
With earnings season about to kick off, U.S. stock futures slipped Sunday, after the Dow and S&P 500 closed Friday at record highs.

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

U.S. stock futures dip ahead of a busy week on Wall Street
With earnings season about to kick off, U.S. stock futures slipped Sunday, after the Dow and S&P 500 closed Friday at record highs.

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

Allegiant to buy rival budget airline Sun Country for around $1.5 billion
Budget air carriers Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines will merge, the companies said Sunday, the latest move toward consolidation in a heavily competitive industry.

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

We paid my daughter and son-in-law's mortgage when it reached $76K. Here's why we chose that magic figure.
"My husband, daughter, son-in-law and I all went to the bank."

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

Why investors shouldn't panic yet about Trump's credit-card rate-cap proposal
On the surface, a 10% cap on APRs could mean a big hit to credit-card companies' earnings. But a Jefferies analyst thinks it's "highly unlikely" that Trump gets his way.

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

‘I have absolutely no idea what to do': I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and inherited $400K. How do I invest it?
"I'm retired and 72."

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

I'm afraid my financial adviser will steal my money. I've read too many cautionary tales. How can I be sure?
"I am 66 years old and have been retired for about a year and a half."

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

Stocks are signaling that another commodities ‘supercycle' is afoot in 2026
Parts of the financial market linked to hard assets and tangible items appear to be settling into what could become a prolonged boom.

MarketWatch
Jan 11, 2026

I'm 46 and I'm still use my ex-boyfriend's Netflix account. Is that stealing?
"I'm still renting, believe it or not, and he has his own place."

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

‘I'm ready to walk away': I have $400K in retirement savings and want to quit my job of 30 years. Can I do it?
"I really, really hate my job. I do work from home, but I'm very burned out."

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

The eldercare crisis is about to get much worse as millions more Americans turn 85
The "silver tsunami" is about to crest. Watch out for the undertow.

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

The AI ‘tsunami' is coming and workers need to prepare — because we can't dodge it
4 steps to strengthen training and skills so employees can meet AI head-on.

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

How you could benefit from Trump's plan for buying mortgage bonds
Borrowers with 6% and 7% mortgage rates might see a refinancing opportunity if things work out as Trump foresees.

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

Trump's plan for U.S. economic growth has a new twist — include Venezuela and Greenland
Charlie Garcia responds to readers' concerns about oil, rare-earth minerals and America's foreign policy.

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

A bad year for the U.S. jobs market can't get any worse. Or can it?
The best thing that could be said about the U.S. jobs market at the end of 2025 is at least it didn't get any worse. And maybe — just maybe — hiring might improve in the new year.

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

Tax the rich in '26? These 3 crucial questions about wealth taxes could be answered this year.
A new year has unleashed a new round of debate on how much more money America's super-rich should be paying in taxes.

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

The new food pyramid and brands like Starbucks and Chipotle want us to eat more protein. We're already getting plenty.
The Trump administration is urging Americans to eat more protein, and corporate brands are on board. But how much is too much?

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

‘There's nothing we can do': The Great Millennial Career Crisis has workers giving up on ever owning homes or paying off their student loans
What's happening with a generation feeling burned out by the "broken promise" of the American dream.

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

These 8 stocks could form the backbone of AI as chips get more powerful
Beyond obvious AI plays like Nvidia, experts see opportunity in shares of infrastructure companies, some of which remain cheap.

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

‘I have no mortgage': Is it reckless to cancel my homeowner's insurance? I can't justify $4K a year anymore.
"My deductible is $5,000."

MarketWatch
Jan 10, 2026

The real AI bubble may be in the private market
xAI, OpenAI and Anthropic have been rapidly raising more money, adding to the notion of "aspirational" valuations across the AI startup scene.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Trump says he'll cap credit-card interest rates at 10% as Americans battle soaring debt
Carrying credit-card debt has become increasingly expensive over the past several years, but some warn that lower interest rates could reduce credit access.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

My wife, 74, collects survivor benefits on her first husband. Can she now claim on her own Social Security record?
"My wife began receiving survivor benefits at age 60 from her deceased husband."

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Intel's stock soars anew — but some say the recent momentum doesn't quite make sense
Intel shared encouraging updates around its PC-chip business this week, but any turnaround for the chip maker is still years away.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Trump's new prediction for ‘massive wealth' from Venezuelan oil may take a while to play out
President Donald Trump called on major U.S. energy companies, traders, refiners and others who met at the White House Friday to be part of his nation-building ambitions for Venezuela, with the future of that country's major asset, crude oil, at stake.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

My friend, who had no children or wife, died suddenly. His sister is contesting his will. Will she succeed?
"He did not intend to leave anything to his sister, his only living relative."

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Friday's stock-market rally reveals what investors are really focused on in 2026
U.S. stocks pressed higher on Friday after the December jobs report helped quiet concerns about the state of the U.S. labor market.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Mortgage rates drop below 6% for the first time in 3 years as Trump official says purchases of mortgage bonds are starting
The average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to a near two-year low following Trump's announcement about mortgage bonds.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Oracle and Amazon are AI ‘loser' stocks — but here's why that's primed to change
Deutsche Bank named the two tech giants top stock picks for 2026 thanks to their massive AI infrastructure footprints and overlooked revenue streams.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Trump sees ‘massive wealth' from Venezuela's oil as energy companies meet at White House. Experts doubt how soon it could flow.
President Donald Trump has invited U.S. oil companies to a meeting at the White House on Friday, which is expected to begin at 2:30 p.m. Eastern time.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Mortgage rates drop below 6% for the first time in 3 years as Trump administration starts purchasing mortgage bonds
The average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to a near two-year low following Trump's announcement about mortgage bonds.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Oil rises 3% this week — and not just because of Venezuela
Control over Venezuela's oil has been in the spotlight all week, but developments in Iran are key to crude's latest rise.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Want to retire from a soul-sucking job? Here are the financial factors to consider.
Also: Buy signals for bonds and stocks, words of wisdom from the Moneyist and how to navigate a tech career as AI disrupts the labor market.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

10 rock-solid financial rules to live by — no exceptions
100% of us should be doing these things.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

White House says it's reviewing protocols after Trump reveals embargoed data before jobs report's release
A social-media post by President Donald Trump ahead of an important jobs report may have again violated federal guidelines barring officials from commenting on such information before its release.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Looking for a new job in 2026? Here's where the jobs are — and how to stand out.
The U.S. labor market is stuck in a cautious holding pattern that feels very different depending on where you sit.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

MarketWatch Money Challenge, Day 6: Add up to $72,000 to your retirement savings this year — even if you're in your 30s
This next-level move isn't for everyone, but high earners, particularly younger ones, can consider this tax strategy.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Trump says Big Oil will invest $100 billion in Venezuela as Chevron, Exxon and other major players come to the White House today. Here's what to watch.
President Donald Trump has invited U.S. oil companies to a meeting at the White House on Friday, which is expected to begin at 2:30 p.m. Eastern time.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Apple's stock falls for the eighth straight day. Here's what investors might be missing.
Apple's stock could rebound thanks to overlooked strength in iPhone demand and a new AI strategy, according to Evercore.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

10 rock-solid financial rules to live by — no exceptions or ‘it depends'
100% of us should be doing these things.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

This quietly dominant stock — plus Nvidia and Broadcom — are Mizuho's top chip picks
Lumentum's stock has quadrupled over the past year, but the optical component company plays into key AI themes that could fuel further gains.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Trump renews his assault on shareholder democracy, siding with CEOs over stockholders
A few weeks after Elon Musk visited the White House in November, President Donald Trump launched an attack on the shareholder advisory firms that had recommended against the Tesla CEO's $1 trillion pay deal.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

The elder-care crisis is about to get much worse as millions more Americans turn 85
The "silver tsunami" is about to crest. Watch out for the undertow.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Consumer sentiment improves on signs of ‘modest improvement' in economy
Sentiment readings are continuing to inch higher.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Trump says Big Oil will invest $100 billion in Venezuela as Chevron, Exxon come to the White House today. Here's what to watch.
President Donald Trump has invited U.S. oil companies to a meeting at the White House on Friday, which is expected to begin at 2:30 p.m. Eastern time.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Would you rather make $120K working from home or $240K being in an office every day? Here's what people are saying.
The latest stage in the remote work vs. in-office debate sees people arguing on TikTok and Reddit over whether to take a remote job paying half as much as a fully in-office gig

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Gloom, Boom and Doom author recommends buying gold but not bitcoin
Bonds offering 4% yields are losing their purchasing power when real inflation is somewhere between 6% to 12%, according to celebrated economist

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Oklo's stock surges. Why Meta's new nuclear bet is so significant.
Meta's newly announced deal with Oklo is the pre-revenue nuclear company's first major commercial agreement.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

The Social Security crisis could leave U.S. retirees worse off than those in poorer countries
Things are already hard for America's seniors. In less than a decade, they'll sink even further.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Trump deals blow to Fannie, Freddie privatization hopes. But there are other options that could lift the stocks.
The directive of President Donald Trump for government-backed-mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to buy $200 billion worth of mortgage securities would seemingly spell the end to the idea that the giants would go public again in massive initial public offerings.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Choppy quarter to come but stocks will take off afterwards, says this strategist
Darius Dale thinks there are at least two more rate cuts to come from the Fed but he's worried about bonds owing to the government's unsustainable deficit.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

The tech investment bubble is going to end — and what comes next may be surprising, this strategist says
History suggests AI investment will falter in 2026, says BCA Counterpoint strategist. But the investment implications are notable.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

Rio Tinto may buy Glencore to form mining leader with copper prices near record
Rio Tinto may buy Glencore to create the biggest mining company, both companies said on Friday, in a deal that comes as metals prices have soared.

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

‘I'm at a crossroads': I have $35K left on my mortgage at 3% interest. Do I dip into my $700K IRA to pay it off?
"Over the last year, my two retirement accounts averaged a 15% gain."

MarketWatch
Jan 09, 2026

The world's biggest miner may be created with copper prices near highs
Rio Tinto may buy Glencore in an all-stock deal, companies say

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Trump wants purchase of $200 billion in mortgage bonds. What that means for mortgage rates.
Freddie and Fannie have been growing their mortgage bond holdings in recent months, but the 30-year fixed mortgage is still above 6%.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

U.S. stocks are up this year even as tech slides, with some already rallying more than 10%
The U.S. stock market has climbed so far this year despite tech losses, in a positive sign of the broadening rally in early 2026.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

GM becomes the latest carmaker to write down billions in pivot away from EVs
General Motors warns of yet another EV-related writedown, less than a month after rival Ford Motor announced its own multibillion-dollar charges related to fading demand for EVs.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Stocks face their first real test of 2026 with Friday's pivotal jobs report and possible tariff ruling
Markets are off to a strong start in 2025 — but investors could face their first real test on Friday with the December jobs report and, potentially, a Supreme Court decision on the legality of most of President Trump's tariffs.

MarketWatch
Jan 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.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

The S&P 500 is losing the momentum that had been fueling stock investors
Lack of follow-through to new highs is concerning but not necessarily bearish — yet.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Americans just spent a record $20 billion with buy-now-pay-later. Here's what to do if you overdid it.
Here are 5 tips for getting your debt under control in 2026.

MarketWatch
Jan 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.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Why Alphabet's stock can further reign as ‘king' of the AI trade in 2026
As the Google parent company edges closer to a $4 trillion market capitalization, a new bull cheers AI advantages that can keep the rally going.

MarketWatch
Jan 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
Jan 08, 2026

Aerospace, defense stocks surge after Trump's proposed $1.5 trillion military-spending budget — but are investors too optimistic?
ETFs that target aerospace and defense stocks are beating the S&P 500 so far in 2026.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

‘It's been a struggle getting payments from her': I rent a house to our daughter. Do I just gift her the house?
"She would be responsible for taxes and insurance, which should be manageable."

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Trump wants oil at $50. He thinks Venezuela can help — but oil drillers might not go along.
The president seeks to provide some relief at the nation's gas pumps, but some consider crude prices at $50 a barrel as too low for U.S. drillers.

MarketWatch
Jan 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?

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Nike needs more than Tim Cook to rescue its stock, amid ‘longer than expected' turnaround
Needham analysts downgraded Nike stock on slow turnaround progress, while China "has become a puzzle that management is struggling mightily to put back together."

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

GM's stock gets an almost ‘silly' upgrade. Why this analyst is now bullish on its prospects.
Shares of Ford and GM have logged nice gains in the past year, and Piper Sandler says that capitulations on EVs bode well for their performance going forward.

MarketWatch
Jan 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.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

MarketWatch Money Challenge, Day 5: Set up these helpful alerts to control your spending
You've done a ton of hard work to figure out a path to becoming wealthier in 2026 and beyond. It's time to put up simple guardrails to keep things on track in part five of our seven-day challenge.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Could ‘Trump accounts' make your kids millionaires? Maybe — with this strategy.
The accounts, which are set to become available on July 5, are for children born between 2025 and 2028.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Why does Australia's retirement system outrank America's?
Our Social Security program is well-structured, but with one major flaw

MarketWatch
Jan 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.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

The IRS just announced when you can start filing your taxes. Here's what to expect this tax season.
It's the first tax season with the latest Trump tax cuts — and also the first since deep staff cuts at the IRS.

MarketWatch
Jan 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.

MarketWatch
Jan 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.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

The Fed is facing these 5 powerful forces now boosting the economy and markets
Businesses are managing tariffs, and AI is raising productivity — the Fed will need to be cautious.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Jobless claims stay very low and show no sign of rising layoffs
There might not be a bigger tell for the health of the economy than the number of layoffs, but the story remains the same: Businesses aren't cutting many jobs, and the U.S. economy is still expanding.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Softer sofas, fewer coat sizes and simpler packaging: tariffs are changing more than just the prices of products
Efforts to manage higher import costs have led some companies to tweak product design, packaging and selection.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Trade deficit plunges to 16-year low due to U.S. gold rush and shrinking imports
Still, the trade deficit is growing — not shrinking

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

Copper looks better than aluminum medium-term, says JPMorgan as it downgrades Alcoa
Alcoa cut to underweight on valuation grounds but JPMorgan sticks with overweight call on Freeport McMoRan.

MarketWatch
Jan 08, 2026

These 5 portfolio moves to make now can help you stay invested in volatile markets
Wells Fargo investment strategists expect lower interest rates, tech-sector growth and international-stock gains in 2026.

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