IRS hands workers bigger tax break for business expenses in 2026
Gig workers get a tax break with higher mileage rates for 2026. The IRS increased business driving deductions to 72.5 cents per mile from last year.
Goldman Sachs raises US growth forecast as economic outlook brightens
‘The Big Money Show’ panel weighs Wall Street optimism against voter frustration as strong GDP data clashes with household reality.
Trump calls Fed chair Powell a 'fool,' threatens lawsuit over headquarters renovation
Trump accuses Fed Chair Jerome Powell of "gross incompetence" and threatens lawsuit over costly headquarters renovation project in latest attack on central bank leader.
Luxury retail giant Saks weighs bankruptcy filing, report
Luxury retailer Saks reportedly faces potential bankruptcy as parent company weighs Chapter 11 filing amid $100+ million debt payment due in December.
Renting vs buying: What's the better option in the current economy?
Renting remains more affordable than buying starter homes in 49 of 50 major metros across the country, but economists warn this advantage may disappear soon.
Workers in 19 states get pay boost as minimum wages jump nationwide on New Year's Day
Major minimum wage increases take effect in 22 states during 2026, benefiting millions of American workers as wages rise above the federal $7.25 minimum.
Outback Steakhouse sued after man suffers 'serious bodily injury' from toilet shattering under him
A Florida man sued Outback Steakhouse after a handicapped toilet seat allegedly shattered and collapsed while he was on it, causing severe bodily injury.
Ground beef recalled in 6 states over possible E. coli contamination
Grass-fed ground beef that was distributed to six states has been recalled over possible E. coli contamination, affecting more than 2,800 pounds of beef.
Rate cuts, tax cuts could fuel strong S&P 500 growth in 2026
UBS managing director and senior portfolio manager Jason Katz discusses his predictions for the market in 2026 on ‘Varney & Co.’
National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $38,380,536,147,996.03 as of 12/29/25
The United States' national debt is on track to double over the next three decades amid a rush of spending by the White House and Congress.
S&P 500 pushes toward 7,000 as year-end rally accelerates
KERUX Financial CIO David Laut discusses market growth as year-end approaches and what to expect heading into 2026 on ‘The Claman Countdown.’
Two airlines nearly collide taking off from Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport
Two planes nearly collided at Houston's Bush Intercontinental airport after Volaris flight made unauthorized turn into United Express path, FAA investigating.
Stabilizing home prices could restore affordability, experts say
'The Big Money Show' panel examines how tax cuts, small business incentives and falling inflation could shape the economy and upcoming midterm elections.
This South Carolina community is becoming a housing hotspot
US homebuyers discover new opportunities in Greenville, South Carolina, as the Blue Ridge city grows 4.1% since 2020 despite national housing market challenges.
Musk sounds alarm on silver as China restricts exports needed for critical industrial processes
Elon Musk warned that China's new silver export restrictions could hurt industries using the metal as an input with the precious metal's prices hit record highs.
Steve Forbes poses 'real question' about Fed's operation
Forbes Media Chairman and Editor-in-Chief Steve Forbes joins 'Varney & Co.' to weigh in on the Bank of America CEO's remarks regarding the Federal Reserve's independence and President Donald Trump's economic messaging and accomplishments.
These major metro areas are seeing the most moves
New data reveals which U.S. metros have the highest housing turnover rates, with Missouri, Texas, Indiana and Nevada markets leading the pack nationwide.
Housing affordability emerges as key economic test for Trump administration
Circle Squared Alternative Investments’ Jeff Sica joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to warn about a looming trillion-dollar real estate loan crisis, rising housing affordability risks and the growing impact of AI on Hollywood.
We're in the midst of a productivity boom not seen since the 1960s: Peter Morici
Former U.S. International Trade Commission chief Peter Morici discusses the unemployment rate going into the the next year on 'Varney & Co.'
US economy expected to grow faster in 2026 despite stagnant job market: Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs economists predict U.S. economic growth will accelerate to 2.6% in 2026, driven by tax cuts, reduced tariff drag and Federal Reserve rate cuts.