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This chart pinpoints the moment American voters started getting upset about the economy
MarketWatch ran a regression of key economic variables, against the long-running University of Michigan consumer-sentiment index, to see if attitudes had changed.November 6 - Business -
Six Flags’ revenue beats as theme-park operator says consumers flocked to its parks in October
Six Flags Entertainment Corp.’s stock rose 2.9% early Wednesday, after the theme-park operator’s third-quarter revenue beat consensus estimates and it said strong consumer demand continued through ...November 6 - Business -
If you’re rich and 59, the new 401(k) ‘super catch-up’ may be for you
The IRS rule starting in 2025 allows people ages 60 to 63 to add $11,250 extra to their 401(k).November 5 - Business -
Boeing’s stock turns lower, as short-term technical boost fades after the open
Boeing’s stock reversed into the red on Tuesday, to erase a positive short-term technical signal, even after the aerospace giant’s unionized machinists voted to end the nearly two-month-long strike.November 5 - Business -
‘This election season has worn me out’: I love this country, but I’m no better off financially than I was 10 years ago. Why vote?
“I’m in my mid-40s, female, single, and working a nine-to-five job.”November 5 - Business -
‘I don’t want to stop her from moving on with her life’: If I die first, how do I make sure that my second wife doesn’t disinherit my children?
“Is there a way to protect everybody’s interests?”November 5 - Business -
Here’s what Super Micro’s struggles may mean for Nvidia and Dell
Dell might not see immediate financial benefits, but an analyst thinks customers are paying attention to Super Micro’s auditor exit, which could start helping Dell next year.November 5 - Business -
Palantir’s stock surges as AI drives a further acceleration in growth
Palantir’s CEO says the latest earnings are ”a slap in the face of people who continue to believe that the value of AI is solely in building AI large language models.”November 4 - Business -
Viking Therapeutics’ weight-loss pill shows ‘great outcome’ in trial
The stock, which enjoys the unusual position of having all buy ratings from the 13 analysts offering coverage on FactSet, has been on a tear this year, gaining 270% to date in 2024.November 4 - Business -
Our son lived in our basement ‘finding himself.’ We give him an allowance — and now he lives off gig work in a studio with his girlfriend. What can we do?
“He isn’t interested in further formal education.”November 4 - Business -
Consumers are anxious ahead of the election. Corporate America is feeling it
Like it or not, there’s an election on Tuesday. Voters are stressed. And to at least a small degree, so are corporations.November 3 - Business -
Berkshire’s Apple position now down by two thirds in 2024 after latest sales
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway unloaded 25% more of its Apple position during the third quarter.November 2 - Business -
JPMorgan sues four people over ‘Chase Bank glitch.’ Here’s how much money they allegedly stole.
JPMorgan Chase filed lawsuits against four people or entities on Monday, accusing the customers of withdrawing money that was never in their accounts.November 2 - Business -
Election 2024: How Trump vs. Harris could shape taxes, home prices and grocery costs
Your guide to where the presidential candidates stand on key economic and money issues.November 2 - Business -
Don’t let the stock’s selloff fool you. Nvidia had a great week.
Big cloud companies aren’t backing down from their AI spending, which bodes well for Nvidia.November 1 - Business -
Construction spending ticks up to four-month high in September
Construction spending rose 0.1% in September, the Commerce Department reported Friday.November 1 - Business -
Roblox ‘rising like a phoenix’ after ‘outstanding’ third-quarter results, Wedbush says
Roblox shares surged following the online-gaming company’s third-quarter results Thursday.November 1 - Business -
Rams QB Matthew Stafford lists 2 neighboring L.A. homes, asking a total of $12.5 million
It looks like the Staffords are finally ready to cash in on their investment, setting the price tags at $5.7 million and $6.8 million.November 1 - Business -
How the WNBA’s Angel Reese lives the good life in her $8,000-a-month Chicago apartment, even though her paycheck doesn’t cover her rent
Despite her WNBA salary, Reese enjoys one of the city’s most exclusive and luxurious high-rises.October 31 - Business -
Shell shares rise as oil major brushes off impacts of global refining slump
The British oil major beat forecasts in posting a 4% drop in its third-quarter profits to $6 billion in the face of a global slump in the market for refined products including diesel, jet fuel and ...October 31 - Business -
October jobs forecast shaved to 110,000 after Boeing strike and hurricanes
The final U.S. jobs report before the presidential election is expected to be a crummy one, but it’s not Washington’s doing. Instead, a major strike at Boeing and a pair of deadly hurricanes would ...October 31 - Business -
DoorDash keeps investing in expansion, as more consumers use platform in third quarter
DoorDash Inc. on Wednesday reported third-quarter results and a fourth-quarter demand outlook that topped expectations, as the company continues to invest in expansion and improving service.October 30 - Business -
‘DJT’ shares see sharpest decline in nearly 7 months with election days away
Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group fell more than 22% Wednesday.October 30 - Business -
Biogen’s stock hit by soft sales of Alzheimer’s treatment
“We continue to see momentum with ongoing product launches and we are increasingly excited about the potential of our pipeline,” the company’s CEO said.October 30 - Business -
Stocks have rarely been this expensive versus bonds. Now, UBS expects that to change.
Stocks are now expected to weaken versus bonds, argue UBS strategists.October 30 - Business -
Amazon ‘has never been stronger.’ So why isn’t its stock getting more love?
Amazon’s stock has trailed the S&P 500 over three months, owing in part to concerns about operating income and margin compression. Will Thursday’s earnings alleviate fears?October 30 - Business -
J. Lo and Ben Affleck: Why it’s taking so long to sell their $68 million home with 24 bathrooms
Lots of attention has done little to attract a buyer. The Beverly Hills estate has now sat on the market for 100 days.October 30 - Business -
10-year Treasury yield closes below 4.3% after Tuesday’s initial selloff fades
Long-dated Treasury yields finished lower on Tuesday after a selloff of U.S. government debt that began during European trading hours faded by the end of the New York session.October 29 - Business -
Pfizer’s earnings crush estimates as company raises guidance
Drug company Pfizer saw strong growth for its heart-disease drugs and migraine treatment.October 29 - Business -
The biggest U.S. homebuilder misses on earnings as it says buyers are staying on the sidelines
D.R. Horton, the largest U.S. homebuilder by market cap, on Tuesday reported earnings well below estimates as it said interest rates were keeping buyers on the sidelines and forcing the company to ...October 29 - Business -
Stocks are expensive, but their rally can continue for at least another year. Here’s why.
Stocks’ stellar run over the past 18 months has given investors plenty of reasons to celebrate. But it has also saddled them with some of the most expensive valuations in recent memory.October 29 - Business -
The story behind the viral Taco Bell house listing and NFL star Davante Adams’ move to the NY Jets
When Taco Bell posted a house listing with pictures of the fast-food restaurant inside, the internet naturally assumed it was Adams’ Nevada home.October 29 - Business -
Vans maker VF Corp. rallies 23% on results, and CEO says he feels good about Q3
Shares of VF Corp. rocketed higher after hours on Monday after the parent company of Vans and the North Face reported second-quarter results that beat expectations, as it looks to tighten up ...October 28 - Business -
Apple Intelligence is key to new iPhone sales, but don’t expect a big revenue jolt right away
With Monday’s rollout of Apple Intelligence on Apple Inc.’s newest iPhones, investors need to remember that the addition of generative artificial intelligence is unlikely to immediately lead to a ...October 28 - Business -
Palantir is now worth $100 billion — and may be like Nvidia in one regard
Palantir is helping companies incorporate AI into their businesses — and one analyst says it’s succeeded “more than any company (not named Nvidia).”October 28 - Business -
Robinhood is joining the election-betting party by offering wagers on Harris and Trump
With the U.S. presidential election a week away, another brokerage is letting people bet on whether Kamala Harris or Donald Trump will win.October 28 - Business -
Manchester United’s stock climbs after soccer club fires manager Erik ten Hag
Shares of Manchester United Ltd. were up 4.5% in premarket trading after the English soccer giant fired manager Erik ten Hag.October 28 - Business -
How a U.S. sovereign wealth fund could help Americans and challenge China’s global influence
Direct investment in long-term international development projects could boost Americans’ well-being for generationsOctober 26 - Business -
Considering Medicare Advantage during open enrollment? Watch out for this trap.
People age 65 need to understand this key risk before signing up.October 26 - Business -
Flagstar, formerly NYCB, reports a wider-than-expected loss as charge-offs jump
The bank formerly known as NYCB reported another wider-than-expected quarterly loss and provided a downbeat outlook.October 25 - Business