Top 10 desirable metros where homes cost less than $300K
These 10 desirable metro areas offer median home prices under $300,000, providing affordable alternatives to the $425,000 national median for budget-conscious homebuyers.
Small businesses sound the alarm as inflation, high rates crush Main Street
‘The Big Money Show’ panel discusses whether small businesses are being squeezed by inflation, high borrowing costs and corporate dominance as Wall Street profits soar and bankruptcies on Main Street hit record highs.
Starbucks CEO calls AI 'co-pilot,' not replacement for workers amid company turnaround efforts
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol reveals how the coffee giant uses artificial intelligence as a "co-pilot" for workers and not as a replacement.
ETF race hits $1T at record speed with more gains coming
Money is flowing into ETFs so fast this year that the industry hit $1 trillion in October, months ahead of last year's pace, as gold, bonds and crypto lure investor dollars.
National gas prices hit lowest level since March 2021
GasBuddy Head of Petroleum Analysis Patrick De Haan discusses the latest national gas price average, with multiple states seeing prices below $2 per gallon and the factors driving the recent decline on 'Varney & Co.'
Falling gas prices, interest rates fuel GOP optimism about economic turnaround
Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Wis., joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to address government shutdown concerns and economic growth.
Wall Street eyes strong finish to historic year as Dow and S&P pull back in premarket
Constellation Research founder R. ‘Ray’ Wang joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to discuss AI-driven market gains, Nvidia’s latest chip deal, the fight for real assets and what investors should watch as 2026 approaches.
Is now the right time to refinance a mortgage?
An economist warns that refinancing may not benefit homeowners planning to move soon, emphasizing the importance of the "breakeven point" rule.
Jack in the Box shut down more than 70 stores with more expected by year's end over financial struggles
Jack in the Box is closing dozens of restaurants as part of a major cost-cutting plan, with 72 locations shuttered so far and more expected in the near future.
Holiday barks sold at Aldi recalled over potential undeclared pecans, wheat: FDA
Silvestri Sweets recalled Choceur-branded holiday bark sold at Aldi stores after a packaging mix-up led to undeclared allergens in the popular treats.
Where you can shop for your last-minute Christmas needs
Need last-minute holiday essentials? Find out which major retailers like Target have modified hours on Christmas Eve and will close for the holiday.
It's ‘no surprise at all’ that inflation is higher in blue states, GOP lawmaker says
Rep. Buddy Carter, R-Ga., weighs in on a report regarding the difference in inflation between Democratic and Republican states, whether there is a solution to health care and the Minnesota fraud scandal on 'Varney & Co.'
Mortgage rates fall ahead of Christmas holiday
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.18%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released on Wednesday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.21%.
Low inflation and rising wages set stage for strong growth ahead
‘The Big Money Show’ panel breaks down falling gas prices, record stock gains and why strong economic data has critics scrambling.
R 'Ray' Wang forecasts ‘interesting action’ ahead for markets in 2026
Constellation Research founder R 'Ray' Wang breaks down his expectations for markets and trends in the year ahead, as well as ServiceNow’s anticipated acquisition of Armis, on ‘Varney & Co.’
Why cheaper beef prices are still a long way off
Beef prices may drop but consumers face "slow and painful" wait for relief, warns a Wells Fargo economist. Cattle shortages continue to keep costs high.
Ex-Toys'R'Us CEO downplays fear mongering over tariffs: ‘The sky is not falling’
Storch Advisors CEO Gerald Storch joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss consumer resiliency during the holiday season and how retailers have dealt with the impact from tariffs.
Turmoil inside China’s military as Xi Jinping loyalists disappear
Gatestone Institute senior fellow Gordon Chang joins ‘Varney and Co.’ to discuss turmoil inside China’s military, growing missile threats to the U.S. and mounting economic instability under Xi Jinping.
Bull market has 'room to run' heading into 2026: Market expert
Morgan Stanley senior vice president of investments Jim Lacamp joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss a potential Santa Claus rally, AI-driven market gains and why the outlook for interest rates could shape stocks and housing in 2026.
Rep. Russell Fry urges Congress to take ‘back to basics’ approach in budgeting
Rep. Russell Fry, R-S.C., weighs in on the economic state of the U.S. in 2026, the Supreme Court ruling on President Donald Trump’s National Guard deployment to Chicago and more on ‘Mornings with Maria.’