Charles Payne: There's 'bubbling optimism' for this market heading into 2026
FOX Business host Charles Payne breaks down what's driving market optimism ahead of 2026 on 'Making Money.'
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.
US fusion strategy stuck in past as China moves ahead, CEO warns
The U.S. faces a potential "Sputnik moment" as China accelerates fusion energy development, Commonwealth Fusion Systems CEO Bob Mumgaard tells FOX Business.
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.
Meta's big investments in 2025 will be part of its 2026 revival, The Futurum Group CEO says
The Futurum Group CEO Daniel Newman discusses Meta's purchase of Manus as well as Nvidia's acquisition of Groq on 'Varney & Co.'
2026 economic outlook remains cautiously optimistic as markets continue to grow
Piper Sandler chief investment strategist Michael Kantrowitz joins 'Mornings with Maria' to weigh in on the U.S. economy in 2026 as tech growth continues to dominate the market and the race for a new Fed chair draws closer.
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.
Chipmakers brace for a strong 2026 demand of computing power
Barron's Market reporter Jacob Sonenshine joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss the market outlook for tech entering 2026 after a historic AI boom dominated 2025, predictions for Trump's Fed chair pick and more.
Warren Buffett pens last letter as Abel prepares to take over
Warren Buffett's Thanksgiving letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders outlined his plans to step back from his past duties when Greg Abel takes over as CEO.
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.’
China, Taiwan is a 'risk' we must be aware of in 2026, Nancy Tengler warns
Laffer Tengler Investments CEO and CIO Nancy Tengler reviews her successful '5 for '25' stock picks, introduces her '6 for '26' picks and more on 'Making Money.'
AI is ‘magnificent’ and will change the world for generations: Paul Dietrich
Wedbush Securities chief investment strategist Paul Dietrich weighs in on the best way to invest in and value A.I. on 'The Claman Countdown.'
Charles Payne reveals his lesson to take away from 2025
FOX Business host Charles Payne breaks down the market activity in the final days of 2025 as well as the lesson to take away from the year on 'Making Money.'



















