Investors betting on Treasurys like it’s the 2016 election all over again could be making a big mistake

The market backdrop for this presidential election isn’t remotely like 2016, says Jamie Patton, co-head of global rates at TCW

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

Democrats feel 2016 all over again in Harris-Trump battle

Democrats started election night feeling genuinely optimistic about Vice President Harris’s chance of becoming the nation’s first female president. But as the evening wore on and former President ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

5 common mistakes new gold investors make

Gold can benefit your portfolio in many ways, but it's important to understand these critical mistakes first.

Trump election win spurs US stocks to strongest week in a year

S&P 500 breaks through 6,000 for first time

Business - Financial Times - November 8

U.K. Budget Makes a Big Bet on Spending for Growth

The Labour Party is betting that extra spending on public services and more investment will eventually revitalize the country’s stagnant economy.

Business - The New York Times - October 31

Concerns over 2024 election betting

New data shows more than $100 million has been legally wagered on the Kamala Harris and Donald Trump presidential race. Koleman Strumpf, the Burchfield Presidential Chair of Political Economy at ...

10-year Treasury yield posts huge leap to 4.43% on Trump win, possible GOP Congress sweep

The pop for bond yields comes as the Trump win carries expectations that more tax cuts and steep tariffs could widen the fiscal deficit and reignite inflation.

Business - CNBC - November 6

Coinbase's big election bet is about to be tested

Coinbase emerged as a top corporate donor this election cycle, backing candidates the company viewed as supporting its pro-crypto agenga.

Business - CNBC - November 5

Investors step up bets that US election will trigger market volatility

Jitters sweep through bond and currency markets before presidential vote

World - Financial Times - November 1

Re-drafting the 2024 NFL Draft

In our re-draft, the Chicago Bears opt for Jayden Daniels over Caleb Williams.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 7

Sabres Make History In Big Win Over Rangers

The Sabres did something special in their win over the Rangers.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 8

Trump Media Stock Jumps Again as Traders Bet on Election

Shares of the Truth Social parent company continue to soar, pushing the market value of the firm above $10 billion.

Business - The New York Times - October 29

Election outcome could bring big changes to Medicare

How the U.S. election plays out could have a major impact on the millions of Americans enrolled in Medicare. Here's what to know.

Big Tech stocks rally, as tech now drives S&P 500 more than on Election Day 2016

Big Tech stocks rallied Tuesday as Americans cast their vote for the next U.S. president, fueling the S&P 500’s sharp gain.

Business - MarketWatch - November 5

Red Bull makes mistake with rear wing in Las Vegas that could stall Verstappen's title chances

Max Verstappen is suddenly in jeopardy of being denied a fourth consecutive Formula 1 title

Sports - ABC News - Yesterday

The Hyper-Close House Race That Could Make All the Difference

If Democrats have any hope of taking control of the House, they need to win races like this one.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 5

10-year Treasury yield ends lower after strong auction as investors await election results

Long-dated Treasury yields erased their rise to end lower Tuesday following an auction of 10-year notes that met solid demand as investors awaited the outcome of the U.S. presidential election.

Business - MarketWatch - November 5

Notable firsts that made history on Election Day

Tuesday brought a historic 2024 election in congressional races, as well as the one for the White House.

Gambling on 'vibes' — why the betting markets are getting the election all wrong

The betting markets currently have Donald Trump at a 62% chance of winning Tuesday's election, but this is based on the bettors' models that rely on social media engagement, which may not ...

Politics - The Hill - November 3

Jennifer Lopez campaigns with Harris in Las Vegas, as Donald Trump is joined by Tucker Carlson at Arizona rally – live

Kamala Harris addresses supporters in Reno, saying ‘we’re fighting for a democracy’. Don’t miss important US election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for election alerts A lot of money ...

World - The Guardian - November 1

Why Cowboys are making mistake starting Cooper Rush over Trey Lance in Dak Prescott's absence

Dallas' situation in 2024 is markedly different than when Rush last filled in for an injured Prescott two years ago

Sports - CBS Sports - November 7

Trump could take US trade policy all over the place

Unpredictability and an aggressive nationalistic tone are likely to characterise the former president’s approach if he wins again

World - Financial Times - November 4

How the 2024 election compares to 2016

Comparisons are being made between Hillary Clinton's 2016 loss and Vice President Kamala Harris' 2024 defeat. Evan McMorris-Santoro, political reporter for NOTUS, and Sabrina Rodriguez, national ...

Why the election outcome could bring big changes to Medicare

Democrats and conservatives are divided over whether the federal health program for people over 65 should be run almost entirely by the private sector.

Trump Taps Investor Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary

The hedge fund manager will be responsible for steering President-elect Donald J. Trump’s unconventional economic agenda.

Business - The New York Times - 22 hours ago

Trump names investor Scott Bessent as Treasury secretary

President-elect Trump on Friday named billionaire investor Scott Bessent to be his Treasury secretary. Bessent would be the key leader of the president-elect’s economic team, which will be tasked ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Trump’s Treasury Selection Seen as Calming for Investors

Donald Trump has picked Scott Bessent to serve as Treasury secretary.

Business - Inc. - 50 minutes ago

Delta Just Announced a Big Change that Will Make Travelers Happy. It All Starts Next Month

The airline is partnering with Shake Shack to elevate its first class meals.

Business - Inc. - 3 days ago

‘Make IMOEX Great Again’

A quick look at a largely untradeable Trump trade

World - Financial Times - November 6

4 big gold investing mistakes to avoid this November

Don't let the rising price of gold lead you to make one of these four costly mistakes.

Team Trump's big mistake in Madison Square Garden

Trump’s hate-fest in New York is another warning to voters about the grim future he offers the American people. If Trump prevails next week, his second term will look an awful lot like that chaotic ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Over $2.8 billion bet on bitcoin topping $90,000 as it hits all-time high

Bitcoin hit a new record high as futures premiums soared, in a clear sign that investors believe the record-run will continue.

Business - CNBC - November 10

Biden says men voting for Trump making ‘mistake’

President Biden warned against men voting for former President Trump in the general election, dubbing it a “mistake” while boarding Air Force One on Saturday. The president made the comment in ...

Politics - The Hill - October 27

The 'huge mistake' 1 in 13 homeowners are making with their money

More and more homeowners are skimping on insurance, despite the financial risks.

Business - CNBC - October 29

Wall Street is going all-in on election betting markets. What you need to know.

Political betting markets aren’t new, but a too-close-to-call, high-stakes presidential election and wariness over traditional polling has led Wall Street investors to look to the shifting ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 26

Musk's big bet

Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Elon Musk's big bet pays off Elon Musk's massive bet on former President Trump appears to have paid off, ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

Exercising like this could give those over 40 extra years of life, research says

Exercising like the most active 25% of Americans can help those over 40 add an extra 5 years to their life on average, according to new research.

Dollar weakens as investors rein in bets on Trump victory

Markets move after poll shows unexpected groundswell of support for Kamala Harris ahead of Tuesday’s election

Business - Financial Times - November 4

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