Why stock investors have been on edge over the prospects of a total sweep for Republicans

A so-called “red wave” sweep of the White House and Congress would most likely make it easier to pass the Republican Party’s agenda, according to market participants.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Stock-market investors have ‘no clear playbook’ for Harris election win. Here’s why.

A victory by Vice President Kamala Harris over Donald Trump next week might leave investors temporarily lost, says a closely followed Wall Street research analyst.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

Sunak accuses Reeves of breaking election promises on tax

Tory leader says Labour chancellor is ‘fiddling the fiscal rules’ in her first Budget

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Capital gains tax calculator: how are you affected?

UK chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced an immediate increase in her first Budget

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Dow soars as these areas are ‘likely market winners’ of potential Republican sweep

Stocks surged Wednesday after Donald Trump won the U.S. election.

Business - MarketWatch - November 6

What a Republican sweep in Congress could mean for the stock market—in one chart

Stocks have posted a positive annual return in 13 consecutive years when control of Congress has been split between Democrats and Republicans.

Business - CNBC - November 7

Why bond yields are rising and what stock investors should do about that

Bond traders are at it again, pushing Treasury yields higher and signaling the Fed was too heavy-handed when it cut rates last month.

Business - CNBC - October 23

Trump tariffs: Why stock-market investors are underrating impact

Donald Trump’s most unconventional policy proposal is also one he’s been most consistent in promoting: universal tariffs.

Business - MarketWatch - October 26

Palantir’s stock is moving to the Nasdaq. Why investors are cheering the move.

The change positions Palantir for entry into the Nasdaq 100 index, after it joined the S&P 500 several months back.

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Why Have Fans Been So Quick to Judge a Soccer Legend?

England’s former captain has talked openly about the end of her international career and has been met with a lack of understanding.

Sports - The New York Times - November 10

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 2020

Business - Financial Times - November 4

FirstFT: Republicans complete Congress sweep

Also in today’s newsletter, France boycotts COP29 and renowned conservative lawyer dies

World - Financial Times - November 14

Military officials reportedly discuss how to handle illegal orders from Trump – live

Pentagon officials discuss what to do if Trump were to attempt to deploy the military domestically, CNN reports. Nancy Pelosi says Biden’s delay in exiting race blew Democrats’ chances ...

World - The Guardian - November 9

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.

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

We're buying more of two stocks that have been unfairly dinged in the past week

We can finally add to our positions now that our trading restrictions are cleared.

Business - CNBC - November 4

Here's why Dollar Tree and Dollar General stocks have plummeted

Dollar stores are dealing with a mix of both economic and self-inflicted problems.

Business - CNBC - 5 hours ago

‘DJT’ is booming. Here’s why other SPAC stocks haven’t been so lucky.

A surge of companies decided to go public via SPAC mergers in 2020 and 2021. Since then, not so much.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

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?

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

Why it’s good for the stock market that retail investors didn’t chase the post-election rally

Analysts at Vanda Research, who track retail stock-market activity, found buying relatively muted compared to the gains in the stock market.

Business - MarketWatch - November 8

Somebody moved UK's oldest satellite, and no-one knows who or why

Britain's oldest satellite is in the wrong part of the sky, but no-one's really sure who moved it.

Steph Houghton spoke from the heart – why have people been so quick to judge or condemn?

It feels like we’ve seen more of Steph Houghton since she’s retired. Not literally — although maybe her burgeoning media career means she is more visible to rival fans who would only glimpse her ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 9

Why are so many NFL kickers getting hurt? Specialist switches have been trending up this season

The kicker carousel has spun frequently around the NFL this fall

Sports - ABC News - 5 days ago

Why NWSL Playoffs have been so fun: Stars Trinity Rodman, Barbra Banda lead attack-minded approach

The Orlando Pride will face the Washington Spirit in the NWSL Championship on Saturday

Sports - CBS Sports - 15 hours ago

New Women's Pro Baseball League to launch in 2026: 'We have been waiting over 70 years'

The league, created by trailblazing coach Justine Siegal, says the WPBL aims to begin play in 2026 in the U.S.

Sports - CBS Sports - October 30

Pennsylvania Democrat says someone ‘should have been fired’ over Trump MSG rally

Rep. Madeleine Dean (D-Pa.) said she thinks someone “should have been fired” over former President Trump’s rally earlier this week at Madison Square Garden. “Why isn’t somebody fired for that?” ...

Politics - The Hill - November 1

How Eagles' Nick Sirianni took what should have been a blowout win over Jags and nearly turned it into a loss

Sirianni had some head-scratching decisions and we try to explain them

Sports - CBS Sports - November 4

Republicans retake control of US Senate

Republicans gain three seats, guaranteeing them at least 52 out of 100 in the new upper chamber.

Why investors are drawn to precious metals

There are multiple timely - and timeless - reasons why investors are drawn to precious metals. Here's what to know.

Tesla’s stock sees best day in 11 years. Why it’s still hard not to be bullish.

Tesla added $150 billion in market cap — more than the combined value of Ford, GM and Stellantis — as analysts cheered the growth forecast and increasing transparency.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Jim Cramer explains why the promise of tax cuts could have sent stocks lower on Tuesday

CNBC's Jim Cramer suggested that if Trump's new tax plans are similar to those he implemented in 2016, wealthy people will stand to benefit the most.

Business - CNBC - November 12

Amazon's satellite spending has investors on edge. The payoff may be worth the wait

Amazon is pouring money into satellite internet service Project Kuiper. Investors have questions on what it means for profits.

Business - CNBC - October 28

All Blacks games always have 'that edge' - Farrell

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell says Friday night's showdown with New Zealand will be a typically intense affair.

House majority still in play as Republicans eye a red sweep

President-elect Donald Trump won the presidential race against Vice President Kamala Harris and Republicans flipped Senate control.

Business - CNBC - November 6

How Trump’s Tax Cuts and Tariffs Could Turn Into Law

Republicans are juggling complex political and tactical questions as they plan their congressional agenda next year.

Business - The New York Times - Yesterday

US and European hydrogen stock prices collapse as prospects deflate

Projects face lower than expected demand, regulatory uncertainties and growing investor scepticism

Business - Financial Times - October 27

A Prominent Baseball Prospect Is Said to Have Falsified His Age

The prospect, who went by the name Cesar Altagracia, is five years older than documents indicated.

Sports - The New York Times - November 4

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