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Fight over Trump’s Treasury secretary blamed for some stock-market jitters as candidate pool grows
Investors need a scorecard to keep track of the array of candidates vying to be President-elect Donald Trump’s Treasury secretary, and that was likely part of the reason for stock-market weakness, ...Business - MarketWatch - 3 hours ago -
After Flurry of Cabinet Picks, Trump Rethinks Candidates for Treasury Secretary
President-elect Donald J. Trump is expected to invite the contenders for the role, including Kevin Warsh and Marc Rowan, to Mar-a-Lago this week.Top stories - The New York Times - 20 hours ago -
Musk backs Lutnick over Bessent as Trump’s Treasury secretary
Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk threw his support behind Howard Lutnick, chair and CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, over Scott Bessent, founder of Key Square Group, as Treasury secretary in the next ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
Here’s an oasis of calm in markets, despite jitters about rising 10-year Treasury yields
Investment-grade corporate bonds are holding fairly steady, despite volatility in rates and equitiesBusiness - MarketWatch - October 24 -
Trump expands search for Treasury secretary
President-elect’s top economic appointment has kicked off fierce lobbying among loyalistsBusiness - Financial Times - 15 hours ago -
These 2 men are the front-runners to be Trump's new Treasury secretary
Two prominent supporters of President-elect Trump’s campaign have emerged as the front-runners to lead the Treasury Department during his second administration. Trump has reportedly narrowed his ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Graham: Bessent would be 'outstanding' as Trump Treasury secretary
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said that Key Square Group founder Scott Bessent would be an “outstanding” choice as President-elect Trump’s Treasury secretary. “I think he’d be outstanding. He’s ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Election-betting odds are swaying some stock-market investors as Trump’s chances improve
Stock-market investors appear to be taking cues from shifts in betting markets that show a rising probability not only of Donald Trump winning the presidency on Nov. 5, but of Republicans also ...Business - MarketWatch - October 24 -
Stock-market investors cheered the end of election uncertainty. Policy uncertainty remains.
Investors asked themselves whether the postelection rally could continue, and if Trump is really as good for the market as some think.Business - MarketWatch - 5 hours ago -
Treasury yields are red flag for markets’ Trump euphoria
Markets look through near-term loosening to medium-term picture for inflation and growthWorld - Financial Times - November 11 -
The stock market gives this candidate a 70% chance to be the next U.S. president
Incumbent political party is favored when the Dow is up year-to-date, according to a prediction model with a 99% confidence rating.Business - MarketWatch - November 2 -
The stock market is ready for its melt-up as investors ignore growing risks
Setting the stage for another show of irrational exuberance.Business - MarketWatch - October 22 -
Top Trump fundraiser lines himself up for Treasury secretary role
Billionaire hedge fund manager Scott Bessent canvasses for deputiesWorld - Financial Times - November 6 -
Trump backer John Paulson bows out as possible Treasury secretary pick
John Paulson said he would remain in involved in implementing economic policies of President-elect Donald TrumpBusiness - CNBC - 6 days ago -
Elliott pushes to break up Honeywell after taking $5bn stake
US activist investor wants to split the conglomerate’s aerospace and automation businessesBusiness - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
Trump’s Treasury secretary choice: Scott Bessent, Larry Kudlow or Howard Lutnick might be picked
Support for tariffs looks like a key qualification for this crucial job in the next Trump administration.Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago -
Musk publicly supports Lutnick for treasury secretary as Trump considers pick
Musk’s comments on X in support of candidate comes amid anxiety over entrepreneur’s proximity to Trump. . Elon Musk has publicly weighed in on Donald Trump’s choice for US treasury secretary, one ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Why U.S. stock market’s slump on rising Treasury yields may be short-lived
The U.S. stock market appears to be taking a breather from setting fresh highs as interest rates in the bond market climb, leaving the S&P 500 sharply lower Wednesday.Business - MarketWatch - October 23 -
Stocks and the Dollar Jump After Trump Wins Presidential Election
Bitcoin hit a record, Tesla stock soared and a wide range of markets around the world moved sharply as Donald J. Trump claimed victory.Business - The New York Times - November 6 -
Analyzing the stock market surge after Trump's victory
The stock market hit pause Tuesday on its record-setting spike after President-elect Donald Trump's victory, but what comes after the honeymoon? CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady ...Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
Doubts Grow Over the Booming Trump Trade
The stunning post-election stock market rally could be in jeopardy if the president-elect’s agenda spurs inflation, and adds to the deficit, analysts warn.Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Markets look past Trump tariffs, but they could be ‘life or death’ for some companies
Donald Trump’s most consistent policy commitment is to tariffs, or taxes paid by U.S. importers of foreign goods.Business - MarketWatch - November 6 -
Warren Buffett’s growing cash hoard makes stock-market bulls nervous. Should it?
Stock-market investors are desperately trying to separate the signal from noise when it comes to Warren Buffett’s latest portfolio moves.Business - MarketWatch - November 11 -
Foreign investors fear India’s stock market boom may be over
International investors pull out more than $10bn from Indian stocks as indices record largest fall since March 2020Business - Financial Times - November 4 -
Stock Market Rallies to Its Best Week in Over a Year
President-elect Donald Trump’s win, coupled with a quarter-point interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve, pushed major stock indexes into record territory.Top stories - The New York Times - November 8 -
Iranians Wonder if Trump Wins, Would Things Be Different This Time?
While Donald J. Trump is seen by many in Tehran as having been disastrous for their country, some hope he might be more open to negotiation in a second term as U.S. president.World - The New York Times - November 4 -
Possible Trump Treasury secretary says he'd work with Musk to cut federal spending
Hedge fund founder John Paulson, an ally of former President Trump, said in a new interview that he will work with tech billionaire Elon Musk to “reduce federal spending” if tapped to serve as ...Politics - The Hill - October 30 -
Former Treasury Secretary Mnuchin says Trump's top priorities will be tax cuts, Iran sanctions and tariffs
Tax cuts are 'a signature part of his program,' Mnuchin said in a "Squawk Box" interview.Business - CNBC - November 7 -
Elon Musk endorses Trump's transition co-chair Howard Lutnick for Treasury secretary
Elon Musk posted on X his endorsement of the billionaire CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald on Saturday.Business - CNBC - Yesterday