Strategist on why China’s weak economy could backfire on Xi: ‘They’re losing leverage’
‘The Big Money Show’ panelists discuss President Donald Trump's escalating showdown with China, market reactions to new tariffs and whether Beijing’s economic struggles give the U.S. the upper hand in the global trade fight.
Government shutdown is a ‘gamble’ for Democrats, Sen. Lankford warns
Sen. James Lankford, R-Okla., joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to discuss the government shutdown, China’s rare earth trade restrictions, and their impact on U.S. security and the economy.
Trade tension impacts US alcohol industry
American Whiskey Association CEO Michael Bilello joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss a downward trend in alcohol exports and consumption as trade tensions increase between Canada and the U.S.
NBC News begins layoffs ahead of MSNBC split
NBC News has begun layoffs amid its MSNBC separation, prompting criticism from the NewsGuild of New York over corporate restructuring priorities.
Fox Business Briefs 10/15
Big banks post strong start to 3Q earning; Goldman Sachs warns of layoffs during A.I. overhaul; Jeep parent company Stellantis investing $13 billion in U.S. production; LVMH sales grow on China demand; Southwest Airlines preps new boarding plan.
Meta removes Facebook group accused of harassing ICE agents after DOJ pressure
Attorney General Pam Bondi says Meta complied with DOJ request to remove a Facebook group that violated policies against coordinated harm targeting ICE.
Letitia James challenger slams AG for ‘weaponizing the office against political opponents’
New York AG candidate Michael Henry joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to discuss Letitia James’ record, his plan to restore professionalism to the attorney general’s office and why he believes voters are ready for change.
Meta under scrutiny over child safety as Instagram rolls out ‘PG-13’ rules for teens
Meta spokesperson Tara Hopkins unveils PG-13 content filters for Instagram teen accounts to block age-inappropriate posts and risky behavior amid safety concerns.
Treasury Secretary Bessent says US wants to derisk with China, not decouple
Both Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer slammed China on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, for what they call the "Chinese chokehold." (Credit: Treasury Department)
Democrats face new scrutiny after government shutdown exposes cracks in Obamacare
Fox News senior congressional correspondent Chad Pergram has the details from Capitol Hill on 'Varney & Co.'
New Social Security COLA release date confirmed amid government shutdown
Social Security's 2026 COLA announcement was delayed by the government shutdown but will be released Oct. 24, with experts projecting a 2.7% to 2.8% increase.
Varney: If you need federal money, you’d better be nice to Trump
FOX Business’ Stuart Varney argues that Democratic-led states could pay a price for their anti-Trump stance as the president weighs how to distribute federal funding.
Topps launches NBA basketball cards for first time since 2010 season through Fanatics Collectibles partnership
Topps returns to NBA trading cards for the first time since 2009-10, launching Topps Basketball on Oct. 23 through Fanatics Collectibles' partnership with the league and the NBPA.
AI ‘agent war’ intensifies as tech giants race for dominance
Constellation Research CEO R 'Ray' Wang joins 'Varney & Co.' to explain how Oracle, Salesforce and others are leading the emerging 'agentic' AI race, reshaping business operations and fueling investor optimism as markets climb.
Whirlpool's $300M investment could create up to 600 jobs in the US
Fox Business' Lydia Hu joins 'Mornings with Maria' with Whirlpool CEO Marc Bitzer to discuss how President Donald Trump's international tariffs could create jobs and profitable returns for American industry.
Trump right to stop NYC funding if money is 'thrown out the window’: Rep. Malliotakis
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to weigh in on President Donald Trump threatening to withhold federal funding from New York City amid concerns over liberal policies, rising crime and wasteful spending.
Whirlpool announces $300M investment into Ohio-based factories
Whirlpool CEO Marc Bitzer joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss the company's $300M investment into Ohio-based factories following President Donald Trump's tariffs on foreign industry and how it could positively impact the U.S. economy.
Democrats' government shutdown is a giant gift to China: Doug Burgum
U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum discusses how the government shutdown could disrupt supply chains and impact gas prices nationwide on 'Varney & Co.'
Rep. Jordan calls for Jack Smith to testify before Congress for 'partisan prosecution' of Trump
'Mornings with Maria' panel weighs in on Bank of America’s strong earnings report, Goldman Sachs’ AI layoffs and Rep. Jim Jordan’s push for former federal prosecutor Jack Smith to testify before Congress.
ChatGPT to allow 'erotica for verified adults,' Altman says
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced ChatGPT will allow verified adult users to create erotica content in December as part of relaxed content restrictions.