Jason Katz on going long on gold, new 401(k) alternative asset rule
UBS managing director Jason Katz explains why investors should go long on gold and the Labor Department proposing a 401(k) alternative asset rule on 'Varney & Co.'
Markets
China-Russia's cooperation hands the US a ‘grievous loss’ as Iran conflict escalates, expert warns
Gordon Chang warns China and Russia likely supplied Iran with targeting data for a U.S. AWACS loss, saying Beijing must face costs for its support.
Money
Average tax refund up nearly 11% from a year ago, IRS data shows
IRS data shows average tax refunds have climbed to $3,571 in the 2026 filing season through March 20, a 10.9% jump from last year as the April deadline nears.
Lifestyle
Power strips sold on Amazon recalled over fire risk, consumers urged to stop using 'immediately'
CCCEI-branded power strips sold on Amazon are being recalled due to a fire risk. The Consumer Product Safety Commission urges consumers to stop using the affected products.
Real Estate
Dave Ramsey warns young hopefuls locked out of housing market: 'Corporate America has screwed you'
Rising debt and post-pandemic housing prices are pushing first-time buyers out, Dave Ramsey says, urging younger generations to clear debt first.
Best of Business
Dave Portnoy blasts self-checkout tip kiosks over gratuity guilt: ‘I don’t do it to be a nice guy’
Barstool Sports founder and President Dave Portnoy weighs in on the new tipping trend that has caused consumers to further squeeze their bank accounts.
Tech
Power strips sold on Amazon recalled over fire risk, consumers urged to stop using 'immediately'
CCCEI-branded power strips sold on Amazon are being recalled due to a fire risk. The Consumer Product Safety Commission urges consumers to stop using the affected products.
Sports
Cam Newton excited to amplify authentic content as his Iconic Saga Productions joins Offscript Worldwide
Cam Newton's Iconic Saga Productions joined Offscript Worldwide, expanding its reach across sports, culture, and lifestyle content creation.
Small Business
Maine lobster industry hit by harsh winter, falling catch and rising costs
A decline in lobster catch because of brutally cold temperatures this season may have the price tag of lobster rolls going up.
Personal Finance
Average tax refund up nearly 11% from a year ago, IRS data shows
IRS data shows average tax refunds have climbed to $3,571 in the 2026 filing season through March 20, a 10.9% jump from last year as the April deadline nears.
Luxury Properties
Johnny Carson's former Bel Air mansion hits the market for staggering $40M price tag after decades
Johnny Carson's former Bel Air mansion hits the market for $40 million. The 9,052-square-foot luxury home features six bedrooms, a tennis court and a pool.
Rich & Famous
Dolly Parton opens Dollywood's 41st season, promises more projects ahead: 'I ain’t near done'
Dolly Parton kicked off top-ranked Dollywood's new season and reassured fans about her health. The park unveiled a major new attraction for this year, and continues to expand.
Gadgets
Over 1.1M power banks recalled after reports of fires, explosions
Anker Innovations is recalling more than 1.1 million power banks because consumers could be at risk of burns if the lithium-ion battery inside the product overheats.
Your Money
Fox-owned Credible promotes Robert Humann to CEO role
Credible promotes Chief Revenue Officer Robert Humann to CEO after nearly 10 years with the Fox Corporation-owned consumer finance technology platform.
Future Tech
'Romantic' or real? Lighter-than-air zeppelin travel may just make it off the ground, if the market agrees
In an era of “green" gimmicks and sky-high risk, author John J. Geoghegan says only capitalism can determine if lighter-than-air travel has legs.
College
Major Texas university adds Shein to list of banned Chinese companies
University of Texas at Austin bans Shein from campus networks following Gov. Abbott's directive targeting Chinese companies over cybersecurity concerns.
Personal Real Estate
This California town tops the most expensive rental market in the nation for third year running
Santa Cruz County in deep blue California was named the least affordable U.S. rental market in 2025, requiring $81.21/hour to rent a modest two-bedroom apartment.
Retirement
BlackRock: As Americans struggle to save for retirement, 71% back this Trump proposal
BlackRock survey reveals 30% of Americans have no retirement savings, but more than 70% support proposed Trump Accounts for newborns.
Money in Politics
Gold Trump coin moves forward after Treasury invokes rare authority
The U.S. Mint is advancing a gold commemorative coin featuring President Trump after the Commission of Fine Arts approved a design, Treasury officials say.
Business Leaders
Delaware Judge reassigns Musk cases following allegations of bias over LinkedIn-emoji claims
Musk's lawyers accused a Delaware judge of bias over a LinkedIn post, but she denied the claim and reassigned his lawsuits to avoid media disruption.
Travel
Air Canada CEO announces his retirement 1 week after deadly crash
Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau will retire by Q3 2026 after facing backlash over an English-only condolence video following the fatal LaGuardia Airport crash.
US Markets
LARRY KUDLOW: #FreeKevin
It looks like the incumbent Fed chairman, Jay Powell, wants to be the Fed’s first forever board member
Food & Drinks
Thousands of bread, pizza items recalled in 10 states over possible metal contamination
More than 25,000 cases of pizza and focaccia bread products were recalled due to possible metal fragments, affecting 10 states, according to the FDA.
NFL
Cam Newton excited to amplify authentic content as his Iconic Saga Productions joins Offscript Worldwide
Cam Newton's Iconic Saga Productions joined Offscript Worldwide, expanding its reach across sports, culture, and lifestyle content creation.
AI
Trump names David Sacks co-chair of tech advisory council, expanding AI, crypto role
Trump names David Sacks as PCAST co-chair, expanding his AI and crypto czar role, with Nvidia's Jensen Huang, Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and Oracle's Larry Ellison also joining.
Elections
LARRY KUDLOW: GOP must message better to win the midterms
Rather than forecast energy prices, I think a better message would remind Americans what the mission is in Iran
Oil
Multiple Chinese vessels retreat at Strait of Hormuz after Iran warnings in rare ally move
At least three Chinese-linked vessels reportedly turned back at the Strait of Hormuz after IRGC warnings, signaling an unusual development in China-Iran relations.
Arts
Gold Trump coin moves forward after Treasury invokes rare authority
The U.S. Mint is advancing a gold commemorative coin featuring President Trump after the Commission of Fine Arts approved a design, Treasury officials say.
