Saturday, May 31, 2025
Paris Saint-Germain routs Inter Milan to win the Champions League for the first time
It’s the biggest winning margin in a Champions League final.
Hims to cut 4% of workforce amid ban on weight-loss drug copies
Telehealth platform Hims & Hers will cut about 4% of its workforce, as it adjusts to a U.S. ban on manufacturing mass copies of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Trump pardons drive a big, burgeoning business for lobbyists
With President Donald Trump issuing pardons on a rolling basis, lobbyists say clients are willing to pay significant sums to get their cases in front of the president.
Friday, May 30, 2025
Volkswagen flags 'massive' U.S. investments and says tariff talks constructive
Several foreign companies have announced U.S. investments in response to Trump's tariffs, but German carmakers have been more cautious.
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Ex-Goldman banker Leissner sentenced to two years in prison in 1MDB case
The former Goldman Sachs banker pleaded guilty in 2018 to a conspiracy to violate the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and participating in a money laundering conspiracy.
These big international ETFs are outperforming the S&P 500. How to add this exposure to your portfolio
Big ETFs with a focus on China, Europe and Mexico are beating the S&P 500. It may be time for investors to rethink their international allocations.
Stocks making the biggest moves Thursday: Boeing, Nvidia, Salesforce, E.l.f. Beauty and more
These are the stocks posting the largest moves in midday trading.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
An Abbott competitor drops out — plus, a special circumstance for Nvidia earnings
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
Fed worried it could face 'difficult tradeoffs' if tariffs reaggravate inflation, minutes show
Officials were concerned that tariffs could aggravate inflation and create a difficult quandary with interest rate policy.
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
A market options hedge as other risks lurking out there despite Tuesday's rally
Mike Khouw with a put spread on the SPDR S&P 500 Trust.
Every portfolio stock is higher in Tuesday's market rally. Here's our top performer
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
Monday, May 26, 2025
Cramer: Suddenly there are many reasons for hope heading into a new trading week
Since Liberation Day on April 2, we have rarely seen the futures up the night before trading. But suddenly there is a confluence of intriguing points.
Asia-Pacific markets set for muted open as investors assess Trump's tariff plans
U.S. futures jumped as investors welcomed Trump's postponement of tariffs on imports from the European Union.
Dow futures rise 400 points after Trump announces extension on EU tariff: Live updates
The three major indexes are coming off a losing week and long weekend.
Car collides with pedestrians at parade celebrating soccer win in Liverpool, England
Describing it as a “major incident” on X, Merseyside police said the car “stopped at the scene and a male detained.”
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Trump delays 50% tariffs on EU to July 9
President of the European Commission Ursula Von der Leyen said that she had a "good call" with Trump, but needed until July 9 to "reach a good deal."
Texas bill requiring Ten Commandments in public schools headed to governor's desk
Gov. Greg Abbott is expected to sign the legislation. The state's requirement of a Ten Commandments display follows similar laws in Louisiana and Arkansas.
U.S. stocks vs. European stocks — here is where Jim Cramer comes down on the debate
Investors may need to be more selective moving forward.
Saturday, May 24, 2025
South Korea frontrunner Lee suggests extending US tariff talks
Tariff negotiations with the U.S. will be one of the biggest challenges for the winner of the June 3 election, South Korean presidential frontrunner Lee Jae-myung said.
White House slashing staff in major overhaul of National Security Council, officials say
President Donald Trump is ordering a major overhaul of the National Security Council that will shrink its size.
Trump touts changes to military in campaign-style West Point graduation address
Trump promoted an "America First" worldview and he highlighted the strength of the U.S. military.
Friday, May 23, 2025
Why off-price retailer TJX is a buy after falling 3% on a rival's weak guidance
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Thursday, May 22, 2025
Stocks bounce back, and Honeywell's buying spree continues
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
Ray Dalio says to fear the bond market as deficit becomes critical
The billionaire investor is not hopeful politicians will be able to reconcile their differences and lessen the country's debt load.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Here are 6 portfolio stocks to buy right here, right now
I talked about them on the Investing Club's May Monthly Meeting on Wednesday afternoon.
We're upgrading TJ Maxx's parent company as the stock falls on earnings
The off-price retailer sits firmly within the industry's winner's circle.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
S&P 500's win streak may end — but, our newest stock gets a double-dose of good news
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
Monday, May 19, 2025
Trump tariffs create the ‘perfect storm’ for scams, cybersecurity expert says — 3 red flags to watch out for
President Donald Trump may be creating the perfect storm for scams around tariffs. Here’s what you know.
Stocks claw back earlier losses, and Capital One rises after Discover deal closes
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says markets are too complacent on tariffs, expects S&P 500 earnings growth to collapse
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon said markets and central bankers underappreciate the risks created by record U.S. deficits, tariffs and international tensions.
Sunday, May 18, 2025
China's April retail sales growth of 5.1% misses expectations as consumption remains a worry
The National Bureau of Statistics is scheduled Monday to release economic data in April showing impacts from the drastic U.S. tariffs.
Asia-Pacific markets fall as investors assess Moody's U.S. downgrade, await China data
With this downgrade, Moody's has joined the ranks of other major rating agencies. S&P made the first move in 2011, and Fitch followed suit in 2023.
Stock futures slide after U.S. debt downgrade highlights deficit risk: Live updates
The major indexes are coming off a winning week.
Former President Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' form of prostate cancer
Former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, his office said in a statement on Sunday.
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Wealthy shoppers are splashing the cash on jewelry — so long as it's the right brand
The world's wealthiest are continuing to adorn themselves with the finest jewelry even as broader luxury shoppers pull back.
It's Christmas time for Home Depot. What you need to know about this pivotal sales period
Warm weather and seasonal trends like gardening are huge sales generators for the Club name.
Talks aimed at ending New Jersey Transit rail strike to resume Saturday and Sunday, railroad CEO says
Talks aimed at settling a strike between train engineers and New Jersey's huge commuter railroad will pick up on Saturday and continue Sunday, New Jersey Transit CEO Kris Kolluri said.
Friday, May 16, 2025
These are the forces that fueled Wall Street's big week — and why 1 group lagged behind
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
Federal Reserve will reduce staff by 10% in coming years, Powell memo says
The staff cuts could result in more than 2,000 fewer jobs at the U.S. central bank.
Thursday, May 15, 2025
What we need to hear from Coterra's CEO after the energy company's stumbles
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Stock rally on pause — plus, Honeywell's quantum unit inks a deal and Nvidia goes green
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
New York AG sues Capital One after Trump-led CFPB drops similar case
New York Attorney General Letitia James sued Capital One, accusing it of "cheating" customers out of millions of dollars, after the CFPB dropped a similar suit.
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
How much you need to earn to be upper-middle class in every U.S. state
In some U.S. states, you'll need to earn a household income of more than $150,000 to be considered upper-middle class.
S&P 500 turns green for 2025 — plus, Microsoft cuts jobs and Disney rises again
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
Monday, May 12, 2025
Trump administration moves to garnish wages of defaulted student loan borrowers: What to know
A CNBC story about the Trump administration's move to garnish wages of defaulted student loan borrowers sparked many readers to write in. Here's what we know.
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Time spent in Europe gave me perspective on the U.S. and our stocks
It's almost as if you can see why these European markets are roaring, and we are way behind.
Asia-Pacific markets rise after White House announces U.S.-China trade deal
Officials from China and the U.S alluded to a positive conclusion of the high-stakes trade talks.
Dow futures jump 500 points as traders await details on U.S.-China trade deal: Live updates
Trump administration announced a "trade deal" with China following negotiations over the weekend in Switzerland.
White House announces U.S.-China trade deal, offers few details
The Geneva talks come after President Trump slapped 145% tariffs on U.S. imports from China and Beijing retaliated with a 125% levy on U.S. goods.
Saudi oil giant Aramco posts 5% dip in first-quarter profit on weaker crude prices
Saudi Aramco's first-quarter net profit fell 5% year-on-year amid lower oil prices and production.
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Kentucky Derby-winning jockey suspended, fined $62,000 for striking horse too many times
Junior Alvarado used his riding crop on Sovereignty "more than the permitted amount" during the race last week, according to the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority.
Ras Baraka arrest: Trump administration eyes charging three more NJ Democrats in ICE fracas
New Jersey Democrats accuse the Trump administration of spreading "lies and misinformation" about events that led to the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka.
Friday, May 9, 2025
5 industrial stocks ranked for their ability to perform in uncertain economic times
In this year's market turmoil, many of the perennial megacap winners fell out of favor and defensive names stepped up.
Affirm shares drop 13% on weak forecast, concerns over CEO's bet on 0% loans
Affirm shares plunged on Friday after the buy now, pay later provider issued a disappointing forecast for the current quarter.
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Palantir now among 10 most valuable U.S. tech companies — its earnings multiple is astronomical
After Palantir's stock surge, investors now have to pay over 520 times earnings to buy it.
Trump considering Jeanine Pirro for interim D.C. prosecutor after pulling Martin nomination
Martin is the second Trump nominee in as many days to be pulled after it appeared they would not have the Senate votes to be confirmed.
Bitcoin crosses $100,000 as President Trump announces UK trade deal: CNBC Crypto World
On today's episode of CNBC Crypto World, bitcoin crosses $100,000 for the first time since February. Also, CNBC confirms David Bailey, a key crypto advisor to President Trump, plans to launch a public bitcoin holding company. And, Robert Leshner of Superstate discusses a new product that tokenizes publicly traded shares.
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Fed keeps rates steady — plus, Apple's search revelation and our new DuPont price target
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
Fed holds rates steady as it notes rising uncertainty and stagflation risk
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday held its key interest rate unchanged as it awaits fluctuations in trade policy and the direction of a sputtering economy.
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Barbara Corcoran is selling the NYC penthouse she first visited in 1992 and bought 23 years later: 'I never thought I would ever leave'
Barbara Corcoran bought her 4,600-square-foot penthouse apartment on Fifth Avenue in New York City in 2015.
Wall Street takes another breather — plus, the 2 biggest headlines weighing on drug stocks
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
Trump downplays tariff talks: 'We don't have to sign deals'
U.S. markets moved lower Tuesday after Trump's comments on trade deals.
Monday, May 5, 2025
Warren Buffett's return tally after 60 years: 5,502,284%
Berkshire Hathaway has run circles around the S&P 500.
Sunday, May 4, 2025
Trump announces 100% tariff for movies produced outside U.S.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday a 100% tariff on movies produced outside of the United States.
Australian markets set to rally after Prime Minister Albanese's reelection; most Asian markets closed for holiday
Japanese, South Korean, Hong Kong and Chinese markets were closed for holidays.
U.S. crude oil prices fall more than 4% after OPEC+ agrees to surge production in June
OPEC+ is bringing more than 800,000 bpd of additional supply to the market over the course of two months.
Saturday, May 3, 2025
'The rain doesn't matter at all': Fans (and horses) are ready for the Kentucky Derby
On Saturday, even as the rain began in the morning and continued through the afternoon, the party raged on.
Warren Buffett to ask board to make Greg Abel CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at year-end
Buffett said he would still hang around with company.
Friday, May 2, 2025
Here are our biggest winners and losers from Wall Street's stellar week
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
Thursday, May 1, 2025
McDonald's lackluster quarter paints a murky picture for 2 portfolio stocks
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