Trump nears final Fed decision as Kevin Hassett and Kevin Warsh emerge as top contenders
Mendon Capital Advisors President Anton Schutz joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to break down President Donald Trump’s looming Fed decision and the divide between a booming stock market and unaffordable housing.
November inflation, jobs reports set for release after government shutdown delay
Barron’s Investor Circle newsletter editor Josh Schafer discusses what to expect from the delayed November jobs and inflation reports on ‘Varney & Co.’
Powell says he wants to 'turn this job over' with economy in 'really good shape' before departure
Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell wants to leave office with inflation at 2% and strong job market when his term ends in May 2026, avoiding legacy talk.
Bessent expects taxpayers will see 'very large' tax refunds early next year
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said American households could receive substantial $1,000-$2,000 tax refunds in early 2026 under OBBBA tax law changes.
Arkansas to become first state to cut ties with PBS: 'Not feasible'
Arkansas becomes the first state to cut ties with PBS after a state commission voted to end its contract, citing $2.5 million annual dues and federal funding losses.
Paramount and Netflix face similar antitrust hurdles in Warner Bros Discovery bids, expert says
Netflix and Paramount would face similar antitrust challenges in their competing bids to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, with regulators expected to scrutinize both deals.
JP Morgan strategist reveals what should be investors’ ‘New Year’s resolution’ for 2026
J.P. Morgan asset management chief global strategist David Kelly analyzes the Fed's rate cut and inflation outlook for 2026 on 'Barron's Roundtable.'
If unemployment rate jumps, expect markets to move: Barron’s writer
‘Barron’s Roundtable’ panelists Megan Leonhardt, Ben Levisohn and Matt Peterson break down three topics investors should keep in mind.
US seizes oil tanker in waters near Venezuela
Alex Gray, former NSC chief of staff under President Trump, reports on the seizing of an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela amid rising tensions on ‘The Bottom Line.’
National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $38,349,795,034,550.24 as of 12/12/25
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.
Summary of economic projections is a 'nod' to Trump plan coming into focus in 2026: Charles Payne
FOX Business host Charles Payne weighs in on the positive developments during the week amid the Fed's rate cut decision on 'Making Money.'
Trump says Warsh, Hassett are leading contenders for Fed chair pick
President Donald Trump said that former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh and NEC Director Kevin Hassett are his top picks for Fed chair in a Wall Street Journal interview.
Real estate agent blames affordability crisis on tough housing market
American Real Estate Association co-founder Jason Haber unpacks the state of the housing market and assesses Redfin’s announcement of a ‘great housing reset’ coming in 2026 on ‘The Claman Countdown.’
White House official details new AI standard under Trump
White House 'A.I. and crypto czar' David Sacks discusses President Donald Trump's executive order on the national artificial intelligence standard on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Trump says he has brought down mortgage payments by nearly $3,000 a year
President Donald Trump highlighted savings on mortgage payments at a Pennsylvania rally, citing data showing annual decreases compared to increases under the Biden administration.
Real wages rise and job market strengthens as economic momentum builds
‘The Big Money Show’ panel discusses President Donald Trump’s upbeat economic forecast, rising real wages, private-sector job growth and how upcoming tax refunds could shape the 2026 midterms.
Lululemon CEO Calvin McDonald to step down
Lululemon CEO Calvin McDonald will step down in the first quarter of 2026 as the athleisure clothing brand faces significant competition challenges.
Cannabis stocks surge on report Trump seeks to ease restrictions
President Donald Trump is expected to push for marijuana reclassification from Schedule I to Schedule III status, sending cannabis stocks soaring.
Paramount, Netflix battle over WBD merger, Trump weighs in on CNN sale
Fox & Friends First co-host Todd Piro and entertainment lawyer Seth Berenzweig break down Netflix and Paramount's bidding war over the purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery and President Donald Trump's growing input and further emphasis on the sale of C
Instacart’s AI pricing experiment drives up costs for some shoppers, study says
Instacart's AI-pricing experiments can charge customers up to 23% more for identical products, potentially costing families $1,200 extra annually through hidden markups.