Defense stocks to take off ahead of 2020 election
The defense sector is up 6 percent year to date.
Oil craters after Trump emphasizes a de-escalation with Iran
"Iran appears to be standing down, which is a good thing for all parties concerned and a very good thing for the world," President Trump said.
Gold plunges from 7-year high after Trump says Iran 'standing down'
Investors flock to gold during periods of geopolitical uncertainty.
Defense gain after Iran strikes US forces
Last week's killing of Gen. Qassim Soleimani prompted threats of "harsh revenge" from Tehran.
Lenders condemn Borden Dairy for 'surprise and value-destructive bankruptcy'
One lender said Borden had "no economic justification" for its decision.
China pork tariffs ruined 'opportunity of a lifetime' for U.S. farmers
The majority of China's pigs were destroyed by an African swine fever epidemic.
Stocks slip as traders eye Middle East tensions
All three of the major averages traded within 0.4 percent of their respective flat lines for the entire session.
Apache, Total make 'significant' oil discovery off South American coast
It was the second significant discovery in the region in less than a month.
Tesla has toppled two American auto icons
Tesla nabbed a key milestone against Ford and General Motors.
What types of companies could be targeted by Iranian cyberattack?
Target will depend on the type of message the country is trying to send, analysts say.
USMCA will have a minimal impact on economic growth: Harvard economist
The USMCA appears destined to become law, but while the agreement will be beneficial for Mexico, Harvard economist Kenneth Rogoff argued its effects will be "marginal" in the U.S.
Goldman Sachs makes sweeping changes to match peers
The changes will take place in the fourth-quarter earnings scheduled for Jan. 15.
Iran’s oil muscle weakened by US energy dominance
Oil shocks aren’t the recession risk that they used to be for the U.S.
Stocks rise as investors shake off Iran conflict
President Trump warned Iran about additional sanctions if U.S. forces are expelled.
Lockheed Martin scores $1.9B F-35 contract
Lockheed Martin has secured a $1.9 billion contract to support operations and sustainment of its global F-35 fleet.
Gold best protection as US-Iran tensions heat up: Goldman Sachs
Gold is the best way to protect your portfolio from rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran, according to Goldman Sachs.
Varney: Iran less threatening than Democrats to US prosperity
"The Soleimani killing has made no discernible difference to the economy’s performance," FOX Business' Stuart Varney said in his latest "My Take."
Why markets aren't in chaos amid escalating tensions with Iran: El-Erian
The benchmark S&P 500 has fallen about 1 percent following Solemani’s death while gold and oil have rallied more than 3 percent and 5 percent, respectively.
Boeing considering debt raise amid 737 Max crisis: Report
The aerospace giant could raise more debt in order to help deal cover expenses related to the 737 Max, according to a report.
US-Iran tensions drag down Mideast markets as oil prices rise
Brent crude traded up 3.5% to $68.60 a barrel.


















