Mortgage rates fall to 10-month low
The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.56%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.58%.
Trump's energy agenda delivers lowest holiday gas prices in half decade
Trump administration's energy policies are driving gas prices to five-year lows at $3.15 per gallon, down from $3.29 in 2024 and $3.77 in 2022.
Former Labor secretary warns Trump is moving US toward stagflation
First Trust Advisors chief economist Brian Wesbury joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to discuss former Labor Secretary Robert Reich’s warning that President Donald Trump is pushing the U.S. into stagflation.
US economy grew at a faster pace in Q2 following Commerce Department revision
The U.S. economy grew at a revised 3.3% rate in Q2 2025, exceeding initial estimates and economist predictions based on the Commerce Department's latest GDP data.
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook sues Trump
Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, is suing President Donald Trump over his attempt to oust her from the U.S. central bank.
Companies shift business focus to wealthy customers as lower-income consumer spending stalls
Airlines unveil luxury suites while retailers like Walmart add premium brands to attract higher-earning customers who continue spending despite rising prices.
Inside efforts to stop Chinese-made nicotine products in the US
Former North Carolina Senator Richard Burr discusses stopping the products at the border on 'The Bottom Line.'
Bessent vets potential Powell successors; Trump's shortlist is starting to take shape
President Donald Trump has decided against firing Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell for the time being, but the lineup of possible replacements is becoming increasingly clear.
We expect AI demand to continue, Constellation Research CEO says
Constellation Research CEO R 'Ray' Wang unpacks Q2 earnings on 'Mornings with Maria.'
New Jersey GOP candidate reveals proposed 'executive order number one' as governor
New Jersey Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli outlines the two 'crises' facing the state and pitches his agenda as governor on 'Kudlow.'
Trump’s tariffs haven’t had an impact on consumer pricing yet, financial expert says
Former JPMorgan Chase chief economist Anthony Chang discusses projections of the United States’ tariff revenue amid President Donald Trump’s economic policies on ‘Varney & Co.’
Trump pauses $6.2B offshore wind boondoggle, touts 'clean coal' project
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum discusses President Donald Trump's order to end an offshore wind energy project and the approval of a new 'clean coal' undertaking on 'Varney & Co.'
Trump's policies make US 'incredibly attractive' to investors around the world, expert says
Citi head of wealth Andy Sieg provides his stock market outlook and analyzes the state of the U.S. economy on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Trump fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage fraud: What did she do?
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is facing mortgage fraud allegations raised by Trump official Bill Pulte and vowed a legal challenge against President Trump's attempt to fire her.
GM recalls more than 23,000 Corvettes over fuel leak issue linked to fires
General Motors has recalled more than 23,000 Chevrolet Corvettes in response to a fuel leak issue connected to multiple reported fires.
Expert weighs in on whether AI market boom is nearing its end
Essex Investment senior portfolio manager Nancy Prial joins ‘Making Money’ to discuss whether the market excitement around artificial intelligence is coming to a close.
Trump takes victory lap on economy during Cabinet meeting
‘The Big Money Show’ panelists discuss President Donald Trump’s remarks touting the success of the economy under his administration.
AI boom reshaping daily life as tech giants warn of 'profound risks'
Artificial intelligence development accelerates as 11% of voters use AI daily, while tech leaders debate benefits and risks of rapidly advancing technology.
Elon Musk's xAI sues Apple, OpenAI over AI competition and App Store rankings
Elon Musk's xAI filed a lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI in federal court, alleging the companies conspired to prevent competition in the market for artificial intelligence tools.
US debt set to surge to 120% of GDP as federal deficits spiral over next decade under new projections
A new analysis by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget shows that federal deficits and the national debt are expected to grow at a faster pace over the next 10 years.



















