Betting markets show Mamdani maintains a big lead in NYC mayoral race
Zohran Mamdani is the frontrunner to win NYC mayoral race, according to prediction markets, leading rivals such like Andrew Cuomo, Eric Adams and Curtis Sliwa.
Inside the 'revenge of diversification'
J.P. Morgan Asset Management's Gabriela Santos discusses where investors should be focused on 'Making Money.'
Major retailer says 'no' to California, pulls zero punches outlining economic 'reality'
Marcus Lemonis says Bed Bath & Beyond will avoid California retail operations due to expensive regulations, instead offering online delivery within 24-48 hours.
McDonald's to slash combo meal prices to win back budget-conscious shoppers
McDonald's reduces combo meal prices to address consumer affordability concerns, offering $5 breakfast and $8 Big Mac specials as part of value strategy.
Trump hits Federal Reserve Chair Powell over housing industry in latest attack, blasting mortgage rates
President Donald Trump resumed attacks on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, this time claiming he is hurting the housing industry with high rates.
Trump calls for Fed governor's resignation as ally requests DOJ probe
President Donald Trump called for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to resign after the head of FHFA, Bill Pulte, sent a referral accusing her of mortgage fraud.
Powell faces economic crossroads in Jackson Hole speech as Fed chair tenure nears end
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole conference on Friday comes amid the labor market showing signs of weakness and inflation ticking higher due to tariffs.
Trump blasts appeals court for halting Resolution Copper land transfer
President Trump calls court blocking of Arizona copper mine project 'anti-American' as 9th Circuit temporarily halts land transfer needed for 3,800-job development
JPMorgan's Dimon spoke with dem socialist NYC mayoral candidate after calling him a 'Marxist': report
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon reportedly held a friendly call with New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani despite previously saying the Democratic nominee is "more of a Marxist."
Treasury's Bessent says interviews for potential Fed chairs will start around Labor Day
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said interviews for 11 Federal Reserve chair candidates will start around Labor Day as the White House searches for Jerome Powell's replacement.
Trump's MAHA movement is under fire from the agricultural community
Tennessee farmer Stephanie Nash discusses a report that claims American farmers are turning on Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the 'MAHA' initiative on 'Varney & Co.'
Bessent says tariff revenue could help pay down the nation's $37.2T debt
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says that tariff revenue is likely to exceed $300 billion this year, adds that the funds could help pay down the nation's debt.
Energy leader calls for probe into China’s mineral trade over potential weaponization
Energy Fair Trade Coalition executive director Bret Manley explains how China's rare earth mineral trade with the U.S. impacts national security on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Trump admin launches comprehensive federal review targeting state laws that hurt national economy
The Trump administration is reviewing state laws that negatively impact interstate commerce and national economic activity, led by the Justice Department and National Economic Council.
Trump advisor Navarro says India must stop buying Russian oil
White House advisor Peter Navarro criticized India's Russian oil imports in an op-ed after Trump announced new tariffs targeting India and other countries buying Russian energy.
Until real estate is improved, we're not going to be able to celebrate any victory in this economy: Market expert
Circle Squared Investments founder Jeff Sica discusses the impact of the real estate industry on the U.S. economy and markets.
Trump's economic polices will bolster growth 'well into 2026,' economist says
Former J.P. Morgan Chase chief economist Anthony Chan discusses whether President Donald Trump's policies will slow down the U.S. economy on 'Varney & Co.'
US debt tops $37 trillion and the 'big, beautiful bill' allows it to rise trillions higher
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act raised the debt limit by $5 trillion, causing concern among fiscal experts as it's projected to add over $3.4 trillion to the national debt over 10 years.
China, India are buying Russian oil in large quantities, Gordon Chang says
Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang weighs in on President Donald Trump holding off on China sanctions over purchases of Russian oil and the Chinese economy slowing sharply in July.
Air Canada strike grounds flights, causing travel chaos for 130,000 passengers
Air Canada cabin crew walked off the job early Saturday, grounding hundreds of flights and stranding thousands of passengers forced to seek alternatives or stay put.