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MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

The options market is flashing an ominous sign about Nvidia's looming earnings
The options market is sending investors a warning: Things are about to get bumpy.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Trump's IRS settlement features a $1.8 billion ‘anti-weaponization' fund for allies. Here's who may get the money.
Critics blast the potential taxpayer-funded payouts to Trump supporters and make an effort to stop them

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

U.S. physician tests positive for Ebola: He and six other Americans in Congo will be transported to Germany
The government is also banning entry for people without U.S. passports who were recently in Congo, Uganda or South Sudan.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

These 4 market sectors look frothy — and Nvidia's isn't even the biggest bubble
S&P 500 has a 30% chance of crashing over the next two years. That's the good news.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Kevin Warsh will be the first Fed chair sworn in at the White House in almost 40 years
President Donald Trump will host a swearing-in ceremony for incoming Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh at the White House on Friday, a White House official said.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Elon Musk has lost his case against OpenAI and Sam Altman
Musk intends to appeal the verdict, according to his lawyer.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Elon Musk loses his case against OpenAI and Sam Altman after just two hours of jury deliberation
Musk intends to appeal the verdict, according to his lawyer.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

The bond market has a warning for the Fed: Get serious about inflation and potential rate hikes ASAP
Tough talk from the Federal Reserve about rate hikes may be needed to ease the Treasury market's rout.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Nvidia's earnings will play second fiddle to these big investor debates
Morgan Stanley is looking to see how Nvidia is managing the memory crunch and whether it can generate significant revenue outside of GPUs.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

‘How much money do you make?' Since you can't ask your date that, ask this instead.
Intentionally discussing aspirations and values can help daters determine if they're financially compatible

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Oil climbs as Trump warns the ‘clock is ticking' on Iran, but there's a bigger danger lurking on the horizon
Oil futures climbed on Monday, getting a boost after President Donald Trump warned that the "clock is ticking" on Iran, but a loss of the buffers used to cushion supply disruptions could spark the next significant move higher for prices.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Some people lose far more weight than others on GLP-1s like Wegovy. Here's why.
Emerging research shows there are ‘super-responders' to GLP-1 drugs, and others who don't respond at all.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Lululemon hits back at its founder after months of attacks, saying he's just jealous
Lululemon says Chip Wilson has "coveted" the company since he left, and that his vision "appears to be frozen in time."

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

ServiceNow's stock heads for best day in a year — flashing a green light for the software sector
Application-software stocks are getting more love from Wall Street.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Ford takes its first big step toward being an energy business
Ford just inked a deal with a French electric-utility company.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

The oil market is reaching a ‘tipping point' that could create problems for stocks, according to this Wall Street legend
Evercore's Roger Altman said in a CNBC interview on Monday that a sharp rise in crude could destabilize markets before it may trigger "the second big inflation shock of this decade after COVID," especially if oil prices climb toward $150 a barrel or higher.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Arm's stock could rise another 45% as the ‘renaissance of CPUs' takes hold, analyst says
Arm is destined to play a starring role in the market for server CPUs, which could quadruple to $137 billion by the end of the decade, according to Bernstein.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Medicare Advantage brokers rake in $10 billion a year in commissions — but how many people are they helping?
Your insurance broker is getting a hefty commission to put you — and keep you — in a Medicare Advantage plan.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Elon Musk compares his company's work to that of Jesus
In an interview on Monday, the billionaire said his Neuralink brain-implant company is progressing in its development of "Jesus-like technologies."

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

These 10 tech stocks have been models of consistency for a decade — none are chip stocks
Investors caught up in AI euphoria may need to be reminded that some industries go through slow periods.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

‘He didn't really pay attention': I told my friend he left millions on the table in retirement. Did I do the right thing?
"He lived very frugally and maxed out his 401(k)s."

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Trump administration backs nuclear fusion — as a company tied to Trump invests in it
Trump Media & Technology is set to merge with a fusion power company, as the broader fusion sector is seeing new regulations and receiving boosts from the White House.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Wall Street is set to reap a fee bonanza that could reach $1 billion from the SpaceX IPO
‘It's likely to be the biggest underwriting payday ever for an IPO in terms of the total dollar amount'

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

This chart shows why AI will eventually mean lower bond yields
Potential labor-market weakness following the widespread adoption of AI practices in the workplace should eventually lead to lower interest rates, Dario Perkins contends.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

I inherited a house. My CPA says I should sell within a year to avoid capital gains. Is he right?
"We plan to sell it to another family member for the appraised value."

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Three ways the AI boom may fizzle — and what happens to stocks next
A pullback in big tech capex may rattle markets, say Panmure Liberum strategists.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

‘He didn't really pay attention': I told my friend he left millions of dollars on the table in retirement. Was I right?
"He lived very frugally and maxed out his 401(k)s."

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

As these market drivers start to weaken, it's time for investors to buy protection, says Deutsche Bank
After Nvidia posts numbers on Wednesday, the positive impact of the U.S. earnings season is in the rear-view mirror and investors may once again be more focused on the disruption caused by events in the Middle East.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Here's where Treasury yields will peak and open up a rare opportunity to buy stocks and bonds, says Wall Street veteran
The Treasury yield could peak near 5% in coming weeks, which will be a chance to buy stocks, says Ed Yardeni.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

A ‘private celebrity compound': Selena Gomez lists her L.A. estate for $6.5 million
Selena Gomez is preparing to bid farewell to her former bachelorette pad, listing the sprawling Encino home for $6.49 million, just 6 months after she married Benny Blanco.

MarketWatch
May 18, 2026

Musician Sheryl Crow is selling part of her Nashville estate for $1.8 million
Country music legend Sheryl Crow is offloading a small slice of her extravagant Nashville estate for $1.8 million—more than a decade after adding the 2.2-acre parcel to her longtime Tennessee compound.

MarketWatch
May 17, 2026

Dow futures drop, oil prices push higher as Iran war remains stuck in stalemate
U.S. stock-index futures fell and crude prices rose on Sunday, after the market's rally stalled last week as oil prices rose sharply amid the impasse in the war with Iran.

MarketWatch
May 17, 2026

Dow futures slip, oil prices push higher as Iran war remains stuck in stalemate
U.S. stock-index futures fell and crude prices rose on Sunday, after the market's rally stalled last week as oil prices rose sharply amid the impasse in the war with Iran.

MarketWatch
May 17, 2026

Your 3-6 months of emergency savings won't cut it — why the job market now demands an 18-month cash cushion
Artificial intelligence will displace some jobs and replace others. Here's how to make sure you're on the right side of change.

MarketWatch
May 17, 2026

Health officials declare Ebola outbreak a public health emergency
A rare strain of Ebola virus likely caused 80 deaths in Congo and Uganda, prompting the World Health Organization to declare a public health emergency.

MarketWatch
May 17, 2026

Walmart and Target are about to show just how much shopping habits have changed due to the Iran war
Walmart has said that customers start to cut spending when gas prices hit $4.50 to $5 a gallon.

MarketWatch
May 17, 2026

Nvidia is getting some help as it props up S&P 500 earnings growth
Micron is expected to be the second-largest contributor to the index's overall earnings growth — behind Nvidia, whose impact will likely diminish.

MarketWatch
May 17, 2026

These hidden forces are driving the runaway stock-market rally
Bullish options traders and heavy buying of leveraged ETFs are playing a role in the historic swing higher for stocks. They're also being tested.

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

AI investment ‘advice' is 50% more likely to pump you up — and trip you into costly blunders
AI fuels impulsive actions — a human ‘defense coach' is your best bet to win the market's ‘loser's game.'

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

I have $310,000 in cash from a maturing CD. Where should I put it next?
A "tsunami" of CDs coming due is vexing savers who are worried about redeploying their money.

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

‘She is very angry with me': My daughter, 30, has issues with drugs. Should I take half the profit from the sale of her house?
"My thought is to invest it on her behalf for someday, when she gets her life together."

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

Few Americans can afford long-term care — but this state program could be a game changer
Washington state has embarked on a bold experiment that bolsters families by giving all workers a way to earn access to $36,500 worth of long-term care when they need it.

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

Meet the Nvidias of power — 5 stocks winning Big Tech's $700 billion AI energy grab
Infrastructure giants such as GE Vernova and Bloom Energy are the new gatekeepers of the AI grid.

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

Social Security's COLA could rise as much as 4.2% in 2027, boosted by Iran war impact and inflation
Surging gasoline and energy prices, as well as the cost of groceries, have pushed the forecast for the cost-of-living adjustment higher.

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

What former poker champion turned investing coach Annie Duke says most of us get wrong about risk
The author of ‘Quit' talks about market bubbles, costly investing mistakes and why investors freeze at the worst time.

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

My wife and I retired with 22 times our income. Why don't more people do what we did?
"The vast majority of people I've known are intimidated by money's power, imbue it with almost magical qualities."

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

‘I'm already feeling anxious': My ex-husband offered to give me a $30,000 lump sum for child support. Is there a catch?
"He has not paid the last two months, and it is not court-ordered."

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

High gas prices and inflation are stressing people out — but the economy will be fine as long as they keep spending
Nearly three months into the Iran war, Americans are still spending plenty of money to keep the economy on the up and up.

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

Small caps are still riding high despite latest setback. But more trouble could lie ahead.
The small-cap Russell 2000 led U.S. stocks lower on Friday — yet it has outperformed all major indexes except the Nasdaq in 2026.

MarketWatch
May 16, 2026

‘He is retired': Should my husband take his Social Security at 62 and invest it?
"His Social Security benefit would be $1,600 per month, since he stayed home with the kids while I worked."

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Are you ‘doomjobbing' while looking for work? Know the signs — and do this instead.
"It was soul-crushing," says one job hunter, who only found work once she stopped making this popular application mistake.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

This hedge fund just dumped the ‘big three' airline stocks, as the industry faces soaring fuel costs
Appaloosa sold off its entire positions in Delta, American and United, while loading up on shares of Amazon and Uber.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Berkshire's Abel sours on some of Warren Buffett's picks, while betting big on Delta
Warren Buffett exited U.S. airlines back in 2020, but successor Greg Abel placed a $2.8 billion fresh bet on Delta.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

George Soros's fund buys Berkshire Hathaway stock — now that Buffett is gone
The value of Soros Fund Management's equity holdings increased during the first quarter in a down market, as it boosted stakes in Nvidia and Apple.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

$668,603,360,342 — that's how much people have legally bet on sports since the Supreme Court's 2018 ruling
States have collected over $12 billion in tax revenue from sports betting since it was legalized in some states.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Stocks and bonds get swept up in a selloff, as Trump's China visit fails to pry open the Strait of Hormuz
Fears of a 2022-style inflation problem are bubbling back up, but there's also hope for a Trump pivot on the Iran conflict.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

This ‘safe haven' bond is projected to pay 5.1% this year — with almost no risk
The April 2032 inflation-protected U.S. TIPS bond looks like a pretty good deal.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Your 3-6 months of emergency savings is dangerous — the new job market forces an 18-month cash cushion
Artificial intelligence will displace some jobs and replace others. Here's how to make sure you're on the right side of change.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Your 3-6 months of emergency savings won't cut it — why the job market demands an 18-month cash cushion
Artificial intelligence will displace some jobs and replace others. Here's how to make sure you're on the right side of change.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Optical stocks are booming. Here's how to invest in one of the most explosive areas of tech.
Investors are pouring money quickly into a new ETF that invests in companies involved with photonics and photolithography.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Don't fear a summer stock crash: Market history shows this massive spring rally isn't a trap
The stock market's momentum is not built on borrowed time.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Stephen Colbert's show is ending. Is it a sign of what's to come for late-night TV?
The worsening economics of television have put pressure on networks to reconsider the value of late-night shows, although the specter of President Trump also hangs over Colbert's departure.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

5 money moves that made this 32-year-old dad a millionaire in just 9 years
A low starting salary, global pandemic, unaffordable housing market, graduate school and two kids didn't stop Blake Edwards and his wife from becoming millionaires by their early 30s.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Your 6-month emergency savings won't cut it: The AI layoff wave is forcing an 18-month cash cushion
Artificial intelligence will displace some jobs and replace others. Here's how to make sure you're on the right side of change.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

10 stocks to protect you from the risky AI trade
Also in Weekend Reads: Tips for selling a home, the bond market's reaction as Kevin Warsh takes over at the Fed and advice from the Moneyist.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Nvidia, Intel and other hot chip stocks fall as AI exuberance fades
"Even a little bit of China disappointment is enough to cause ripples throughout the industry," an analyst says.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Stocks and bonds are swept up in selloff as Trump's China visit fails to pry open Strait of Hormuz
Fears of a 2022-style inflation problem are bubbling back up, but also hope for a Trump pivot on the Iran conflict.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Cerebras's stock looks like a risky bet on AI hype
The chip company's shares trade at a very expensive sales multiple on a trailing basis.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Memorial Day sales mark down fridges and dishwashers. Too bad many Americans aren't buying them right now.
Many consumers say they're uncomfortable buying big-ticket appliances while gas prices are so high

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

The most prestigious role in AI has no job description
Everyone from Anthropic to tiny startups is hiring for the "member of technical staff" — but does anyone know what it means?

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

You now need 18 months of emergency savings because of how much AI is disrupting the workforce
Artificial intelligence will displace some workers and replace others. Here's how to make sure you're on the right side of change.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

The big dogs of the dot-com era are barking again, 25 years later. Will they suffer the same fate?
Former dot-com darlings Intel, Cisco, Qualcomm and Texas Instruments are all hitting record highs — some for the first time since their heyday.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

My husband took out a $100,000 Parent PLUS loan for his daughter. She dropped out, citing mental-health issues. Should we refinance?
"There is little to no chance that she will ever be able to repay these loans."

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Space stocks fall as SpaceX's ambitious IPO draws near
Whether the blockbuster IPO is good news or bad news for much smaller space stocks remains to be seen.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

You may be making a big mistake with your Roth conversion, this expert says
If you have a high IRA or 401(k) balance, you should consider doing this instead.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Stocks tumble, bond rout deepens as Trump's China visit fails to pry open Strait of Hormuz
Hopes for an end to the Iran conflict faded after President Trump failed to secure a commitment from China to help pressure Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Powell's legacy as Fed chair is fighting inflation and Trump. He may lose the battle against both.
Jerome Powell will be remembered for how the struggles against inflation and to preserve Federal Reserve independence ultimately end.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Cerebras's stock pulls back after a blowout opening day
The chip maker's shares opened 89% above the IPO price before trading was briefly halted for volatility, but then pared some gains.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Here are the new bulls on the block for 2026
The impact of AI capex, the geopolitical race for resources, rising defense spend and a housing shortage in America all argue in favor of exposure of materials in conjunction with tech for a "barbell" approach to risk

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

‘I experienced many years of poverty': I worked until 70. Why do wealthy retirees look down on those with less savings?
"I worked until 70 to delay taking Social Security."

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

The stock market surge has delivered a rare signal. Here's what history suggests happens next, says Goldman Sachs.
Momentum and risk appetite are ascendant, but that may be a problem, say Goldman Sachs strategists.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Can't afford to buy a new fridge or dishwasher over Memorial Day? A better holiday sale is coming up.
Many Americans are uncomfortable buying big-ticket appliances while gas prices are so high

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

The U.S. dollar has barely budged this year — but that could be about to change
Currency traders are not convinced that high interest rates are here to stay.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

Container shipping routes are shifting due to the Iran war — prices of goods could go higher.
Ships are increasingly sailing through India and Sri Lanka, and through the Panama Canal.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

The ‘Munificent 7': Why energy stocks are the best way to play the AI build-out, says former Goldman strategist
The commodity complex is in a structural bull market, and capital should be flowing away from the companies desperate for commodities and towards those who have them, argues Jeff Currie.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

The stock market surge has delivered a rare signal. Here's what history suggests happens next, says Goldman Sachs
Momentum and risk appetite are ascendant, but that may be a problem, say Goldman Sachs strategists.

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

My husband took out a $100,000 Parent PLUS loan for his daughter. She dropped out. Should we refinance?
"There is little to no chance that she will ever be able to repay these loans."

MarketWatch
May 15, 2026

‘I experienced many years of poverty': I don't judge other people. Why do wealthy retirees look down on others?
"I worked until 70 to delay taking Social Security."

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

Figma has a fix for its ailing stock — a new way to make money off its AI products
Figma's stock soars after earnings beat expectations again, and the full-year outlook was raised.

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

The bond market is already hiking rates as Kevin Warsh takes over as Fed's new chair
There is a perception that new Fed chairs are tested by market turmoil.

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

‘I nearly made a major misstep': I claimed my Social Security benefits at 64 instead of 70. Here's why.
"It's remarkable — and discouraging — how many people are disengaged from their own financial lives."

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

This summer's World Cup will be no match for Taylor Swift when it comes to live events
The World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, with games being played in cities across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Tickets went on sale in October and have sold for as much as $10,000, with the cheapest options to see the U.S. team running around $1,640.

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

Nvidia earnings alone won't rescue the S&P 500 from its new sell signal
Overbought warnings come ahead of a massive tech and retail earnings lineup.

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

All-you-can-eat deals are back at restaurants like Red Lobster and Applebee's. Here's how to get your money's worth.
As inflation has tightened household budgets, several chain restaurants have brought back all-you-can-eat deals to drive foot traffic.

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

Trump's big trip was supposed to sell 500 Boeing planes. China is only buying 200 of them.
Boeing's stock on Thursday headed for its steepest fall in six months after President Donald Trump said China is buying 200 of the company's jets, disappointing investors who had expected more than double that number.

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

Most people make this retirement mistake. You might still have time to fix it.
Are you prepared for the retirement you might get?

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

Cerebras's stock rockets out of the gate, in a sign the AI boom is as strong as ever
The chip maker's shares opened 89% above the IPO price before trading was briefly halted for volatility, before rallying further.

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

Analysts say this restaurant chain has figured out how to feed everyone — GLP-1 users included
J.P. Morgan upgraded Cheesecake Factory's stock, as weight-loss drugs and cautious consumers make the restaurant industry more anxious.

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

Trump discloses big buys of shares in Boeing and Nvidia as the companies look set to gain from his China trip
President Donald Trump has filed a disclosure showing massive buying and selling of U.S. stocks, index funds and other securities, including purchasing at least $1 million in shares of Boeing and Nvidia as those companies expect to score new business during his trip to China.

MarketWatch
May 14, 2026

Dead people claiming Social Security? Here's one — but we're still looking for the other 19,999,999.
After a year of hunting down Social Security cheats, here's where we stand.

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