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Markets End Biden Era With a Roar. But Inflation Isn't Dead.
The S&P 500 index gained 2.91% to just short of the 6000 mark, its best percentage gain since the week of Election Day ended on Nov. 8.
Jim Cramer breaks down Big Banks earnings
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer looks at the recent slate of bank earnings.
Jim Cramer looks at next week's market game plan
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer looks ahead to next week's market game plan.
There was some concern banks couldn't cope with the bond market, says Jim Cramer
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer looks at the recent slate of bank earnings.
Market climbing on investors hopes for next administration, says Jim Cramer
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer looks ahead to next week's market game plan.
Big Returns In Surprising Places
In a recent paper, Bessembinder studied the performance of more than 29,000 stocks from 1925 through 2023. Looking back at stocks with a minimum of 20 years of returns, the study found that Nvidia had...
Fundamentals remain strong, says PIMCO's Dhawan on bull case for India
Pramol Dhawan, PIMCO Head of Emerging Markets Portfolio Management, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk PIMCO's global market playbook.
Markets Rally Ahead of Trump 2.0, Banks All-Time Highs, Quantum Stocks Whipsaw and TikTok Ban Looms
Equity markets soar into the weekend as investors eye a change in the Oval Office next week. Bank stocks JPMorgan Chase (JPM) and Goldman Sachs (GS) reached all-time highs after impressive 4Q earnings...
Stocks Finish Week Strong | Closing Bell
Comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the U.S. market close on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Romaine Bostick, Alix Steel, Scarlet Fu, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. ------...
Federal Reserve exits global climate change regulation group
The Federal Reserve announced that it has withdrawn from the Network of Central Banks and Supervisors for Greening the Financial System, which incorporated climate risk into financial rules.
Wall Street Rallies As Inflation Fears Recede, Banks Smash Earnings, Bitcoin Reclaims $100,000: This Week In The Markets
A benign December inflation report was all it took to ignite another strong rally on Wall Street, with major indices delivering their best weekly performance since the post-election surge in early Nov...
Bears Miss Window as Trumphoria Rallies Markets
"Price is King..." or is it "President?" Green lights shine as OJ says bears missed their shot to break bulls' Trumphoria this week.
Market Breadth, Ecodata & Yields: Data to Watch Ahead
Before markets close for an extended weekend, @CharlesSchwab's Joe Mazzola notes improving breadth pushing against still strong, though lighter than expected inflation. As volatility winds down in fix...
SPX Holds Rally While MACD Points to Continuation
Speculative catalysts are on the horizon with Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday. Kevin Green looks at today's rally to measure bullishness next week.
Near-term should be constructive for equities, says 3Fourteen's Warren Pies
Warren Pies, 3Fourteen Research co-founder, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss the markets, the return of the bull rally and the Fed's next move.
"Volatility is Here to Stay," Ways to Invest Ahead of "Overdue" Correction
Dale Smothers points to a "mixed bag" of ecodata he says will lead to an "overdue" market correction. Despite believing the markets will close in the green by year-end 2025, Dale says safer investment...
Consumer sector likely to see first impact of tariffs, says Seymour Asset Management's Tim Seymour
Tim Seymour, Seymour Asset Management CIO, joins CNBC's 'The Exchange' to discuss market outlooks.
NASDAQ 100 – Are New All-time Highs Around the Corner?
Our $20300-600 target zone was reached on January 13, and the subsequent current rally strongly suggests that $22825-23400 is next, as forecasted.
Trump is a ‘wild card' for the stock market, this trader says. He's buckling up.
Volatility is the “new norm,” market pro Jeff Bierman predicts.
Federal Reserve announces exit from regulatory climate change group
The Federal Reserve announced on Friday it had withdrawn from a global body of central banks and regulators devoted to exploring ways to police climate risk in the financial system.
Could the S&P see gains following Trump inauguration?
Yahoo Finance senior markets reporter Josh Schafer joins Catalysts host Seana Smith to discuss the potential for S&P 500 (^GSPC) gains following President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration this Monday...
Investors waiting for Trump's policy impact on markets, says Neuberger Berman's Holly Newman Kroft
Holly Newman Kroft, Neuberger Berman Private Wealth managing director, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss how Kroft interprets the most recent spate of economic data, what could impact the market going f...
Vanguard fined more than $100 million by SEC over violations involving target date retirement funds
The fine stems from a 2020 change by Vanguard that led to redemptions in one class of target date funds.
Trump set to break the all-time federal debt record amid inflation battle
“Don't hold your breath,” for deficit reduction, says a Bank of America economist.
The Stock Market Is Getting Ahead of Itself on Inflation
The consumer price index rose 2.9% from a year ago in December. That's still far from the Fed's 2% goal.
Can The Bull Market Sustain Itself?
Getting into a richer data-driven environment with recent earnings. The potential TikTok ban and its implications highlight the intersection of tech policy and government intervention, with broader im...
L&G: Fed to cut later in the year; Trump 2.0 to be inflationary
Ben Bennett, Asia Head of Investment Strategy from L&G Asset Management anticipates the Federal Reserve to continue cutting rates later this year, and he also discusses inflation concerns alongside po...
Tuchman: "Reactive" Market Hinges Too Much on Fed, Now Buying Back What it Sold
Peter Tuchman, the "Einstein of Wall Street," says "we're in a new market" that reacts quickly to harsh news. He points to today's rally in tech, communications and consumer discretionary sectors to s...
Trump and Biden's stock market returns compared
Wall Street expects that President-elect Donald Trump's pro-business administration may boost returns in sectors such as energy (XLE) and financials (XLF), but historical performance under both Trump ...
Trump's economy: Markets, tariffs, and energy
With President-elect Donald Trump set to be re-sworn into the White House this Monday, what kind of economic policy can Americans expect from his administration on Day One? Yahoo Finance senior column...
Mayar Capital Q3 2024 Letter To Partners
Mayar Capital provides investment management services to institutions, family offices, and high net-worth individuals. The Mayar Responsible Global Equity Fund has seen a net increase of 7.72% over th...
SPX Bolsters Strong Open, Expect "Fireworks" Near End of Trading Day
The index crossed the $6,000 mark to open the last trading day before an extended weekend. Kevin Green notes bullish trends but warns it's not "all clear" yet.
The Fed has been cutting interest rates, but they're still rising. Here's why
What's shaking Wall Street seems so backwards.Swings in the bond market recently sent the yield on the 10-year Treasury above 4.80% and its highest level since 2023. That's injected nervousness into t...
Tech is now betting on AI ‘agents.' Will they boost stocks or take your job?
Software companies like Salesforce are marketing their newest generative artificial-intelligence products as “agents” and “digital labor” — but analysts doubt agentic AI's ability to take jobs or make...
Fundamentals And Sentiment Are Bullish
Market indexes pulled back slightly after Wednesday's surge, driven by a 4% drop in Apple due to losing market share in China. Retail sales rose 0.4% in December, with the control group up 0.7%, indic...
This strategist nailed when the Trump bump would end, to the day. Now he says stocks can fall as much as 40%.
Volatility trader and founder of Kai Volatility Cem Karsan believes the Fed could provoke a sharp stock fall if it's not careful.
U.S. economy poised to lead the global pack in 2025, IMF says. Here's why.
The U.S. economy has separated itself from the global pack — and its lead could widen in the new year.
U.S. December Housing Data Reflects Mixed Signals for Construction Sector
Housing starts surged 15.8% in December, beating forecasts, while permits rose modestly. Builders signal optimism as completions slow.
Two Wall Street bank CEOs remain cautious on the economy. Here's why.
Inflation worries remain despite strong earnings as JPMorgan Chase's Jamie Dimon and David Solomon of Goldman Sachs weigh risks.
SP500: Trump's Day One Game Plan
The market is facing a volatile event on January 20th with the Day One of the Trump Administration - and the risk is to the downside. The risk is higher inflation if Trump invokes the International Em...
A stock market sell signal's been turned off. The market's more sober.
Fund-manager cash levels are rising, one of a number of indicators showing that last year's frothy market conditions have subsided and that sentiment has become more sober, Bank of America strategists...
10-year Treasury note yield falls, continuing retreat from 14-month high
U.S. Treasury yields continued to slide on Friday as investors awaited housing data.
Evan: Business leaders are showing increased confidence in the stock market.
Elizabeth Evans, Managing Partner at Evans May Wealth, discusses the current market sentiment and investment strategies. She notes that business leaders and retail clients are showing increased confid...
RBC: Despite a strong 2025, an inflation rebound could derail banking revenues
Gerard Cassidy, Head of U.S. Bank Equity Strategy from RBC Capital Markets discusses the company's positive revenue growth, while highlighting risks that could potentially derail bank stocks.
Abner: The best way to address volatility is to spread out your exposure
David Abner, Head of Global ETFs & Funds at Northern Trust Asset Management, discusses market inflows amidst volatility. He notes that despite recent swings, the market is up 1% for the year, with inf...
Very positive on small caps over the long term, says Needham's Chris Retzler
Chris Retzler, Needham Small Cap Growth Fund portfolio manager, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead for small caps, impact of the Fed's interest rate decisions, latest...
Expectations of cuts from BOK will keep bond yields down: Portfolio manager
Dayeon Hong, multi-asset portfolio manager at Shinhan Asset Management Asia, says although the Bank of Korea held rates in a surprise move, bond yields will remain "pinned down," as expectations of a ...
Treasury yields mostly lower; Morgan Stanley recommends 5-year note based on this contrarian call
U.S. Treasury bond yields were mostly pointing to a fourth day of declines, with disappointing U.K. economic data helping to extend this week's decline.
The bull market faces a Trump ‘reality check' next week, says this strategist. Here's the trade to make.
Stocks are very vulnerable to news of harsher-than-hoped-for tariffs
Morning Bid: Waller and Bessent help peg back Treasury yields
A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan
Wall Street banks sense opportunity for looser capital rules as Trump ushers in new era
Emboldened by a friendlier incoming Trump administration and their success last year in weakening draft capital hikes, big U.S. banks plan to push to overhaul other U.S. capital rules, according to in...
When market concentration bites. Europe's GRANOLAs offer a lesson for U.S. investors, says Goldman.
Europe's cream of the crop stocks have fallen on some tough times, and for U.S. investors, the lesson is clear, says Goldman Sachs.
Data Centre Growth To Drive U.S. Energy Policy And Continued Clean Energy Deployment
The rapid expansion of data centres, fueled by digitalisation and the adoption of artificial intelligence, is poised to supercharge power demand growth, posing major energy challenges for the new admi...
The Future Of AI: How Nvidia's Vision Is Shaping Our World
At CES 2025, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang unveiled a transformative vision for AI, highlighting its potential to redefine industries through innovations like generative AI, agentic systems and pioneering p...
AI Agents Can Help Your Company And The Economy—Eventually
AI agents “will come of age in 2025” writes AI futurist Steve Brown. But another AI expert, Tobias Zwingmann, argues that this year “the growing adoption of AI agents won't deliver the productivity ga...
Investors In Australia's Biggest Banks Face Muted 2025 After Strong Gains
Shares of Australia's largest banks face a subdued outlook in 2025 amid slowing economic growth and anticipated interest rate cuts. The robust stock gains of Australia's four biggest banks contrasted ...
The Market Has Undergone A Necessary Reset Of Investor Sentiment
Markets often react contrary to widespread expectations; Trump's 2024 victory was largely priced in, leading to sideways trading and corrections. Excessive optimism post-election and the Fed's reduced...
Ready for Trade War 2.0? Markets Might Not Be.
Markets might not be fully prepared for the potential fallout for Trump's proposed tariffs.
Rand Paul slams ‘ridiculous notion' about inflation
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., reacts to Trump OMB director nominee Russ Vought's confirmation hearing on 'Kudlow.
Stock Market Valuation Looks High Based On Earnings Yield Model
The trailing earnings yield for the S&P 500 Index continues to slide below the recently rising US 10-year Treasury yield. The gap in favor of the 10-year note suggests that the long-run risk premium f...
Jim Cramer reflects on how the Biden administration might have affected the market
CNBC's Jim Cramer on Thursday mused about how President Joe Biden impacted stocks and reviewed a prevalent question among executives — whether the market performed because or in spite of the administr...
The ‘January defect' could slam stocks if buyers don't step up quick
For the bulls to reassert control, the S&P 500 would have to rally to all-time highs.
‘Regime shift' in market volatility likely underway, according to Cboe's Mandy Xu
Mandy Xu, Cboe Global Markets head of derivatives, joins 'Fast Money' to discuss what she expects volatility to look like in 2025.
Inflation is moving in the right direction, says Neuberger Berman's Joseph Amato
Joseph Amato, Neuberger Berman president, joins 'Closing Bell: Overtime' to discuss the market, the Fed's progress on inflation and playing the Trump trade.
Preparing for Friday Fireworks in Stocks, Crypto
Bulls need to reclaim 6,000 in SPX, coiners want Bitcoin back at all-time highs, and Friday's expiry could be the battleground to make it happen, according to OJ, who's holding the red light on stocks...
We could see a buyback recession this year, says Charles Schwab's Jeffrey Kleintop
Jeffrey Kleintop, Charles Schwab chief global investment strategist and Adam Crisafulli, Vital Knowledge founder, join 'Closing Bell: Overtime' to discuss the markets, Apple's worst day in months and ...
Major Averages Close Negative | Closing Bell
Comprehensive cross-platform coverage of the U.S. market close on Bloomberg Television, Bloomberg Radio, and YouTube with Matt Miller, Alix Steel, Vonnie Quinn, Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. --------...
That big one-day stock-market surge we just had? Don't make too much of it.
Price spikes happen in bear markets more often than in bull markets.
Fed's Rate Cutting Path Through Trump Pressure
@CharlesSchwab's Kathy Jones and Mike Townsend join the Big Picture panel. They discuss where the Fed stands in 2025 and how it might respond to pressure from the Trump administration to keep cutting ...
January Options Expirations Have Been Extremely Bullish
Bulls couldn't push markets higher, but they did hold their ground. Kevin Green notes a potential reversal in a bull flag pattern, though past seasonal trends may signal upside potential.
Stock Market Today: Stocks Pause After a Big Rally
The Nasdaq continues to lag the S&P 500 and the Dow so far in 2025.
2-year yield near 2025 low
CNBC's Rick Santelli joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss the latest news on the bond market.
NRA Warns Of Legal Confusion Over Guns And Cannabis: Could Fed Ban Expand?
The National Rifle Association warns that court rulings challenging the federal gun ban for marijuana users have created a confusing legal landscape for cannabis users and gun owners alike.
AAII Sentiment Survey: Optimism Drops
Bullish sentiment decreased 9.2 percentage points to 25.4%. Neutral sentiment increased 6.0 percentage points to 34.0%.
There is plenty of scope for the Fed to continue easing, says PGIM's Tom Porcelli
Matthew Miskin, co-chief investment strategist at John Hancock Investment Management; Tom Porcelli, chief U.S. economist at PGIM Fixed Income; and Dan Clifton, Strategas head of Washington policy rese...
Scott Bessent says he would work with Trump, Sen. Warren to eliminate debt ceiling
The Senate Finance Committee holds a confirmation hearing for Scott Bessent, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for the U.S. Treasury Secretary.
The January Fed Meeting And How To Play It
The Federal Reserve is likely to maintain the current federal funds rate, considering economic indicators like rising bond yields, employment, and CPI. Lower rates have reduced interest payments from ...
Waller: I don't expect tariffs will have significant impact on inflation
Christopher Waller, Federal Reserve governor, on the potential impact of tariffs on inflation.
Fed may cut rates sooner and faster than expected if inflation keeps cooling, key official predicts
As many as three or four quarter-percentage-point rate reductions could still be possible this year depending on how inflation behaves, Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said.
No Landing In A Growth World, Corporate Credit Bullishness
ETFs have seen significant inflows from CLOs. Potential outflows from CLO ETFs could widen spreads, negatively impacting the market, highlighting the volatility of daily liquidity products.
Fed's Waller: If conditions are stable, rate cuts could restart several months from now
Christopher Waller, Federal Reserve governor, discusses his outlook on rate cuts.
Scott Bessent: 'Nothing I can think of' from Trump's policies would stoke inflation
Trump Treasury Secretary pick Scott Bessent testifies during his Senate confirmation hearing.
Scott Bessent: Federal Reserve 'of course' should be independent of the President
Trump Treasury Secretary pick Scott Bessent testifies during his Senate confirmation hearing.
Fed Governor Waller sees potential for multiple interest rate cuts in 2025
Fed Governor Christopher Waller told CNBC on Thursday that the central bank could lower interest rates multiple times this year if inflation eases as he is expecting. "As long as the data comes in goo...
J.P.Morgan forecasts spending on data centers could boost US GDP by 20 basis points in 2025-26
J.P.Morgan estimated spending on data centers could contribute between 10-20 basis points to U.S. economic growth in 2025-2026 as technology companies race to benefit from the artificial intelligence ...
This Has Happened Twice In 240 Years, And It Is Happening Again Now
The bond market is experiencing one of the greatest bear cycles in the last 240 years. The S&P 500's dividend yield hit 1.27%, the lowest level since the 2000s.
Investor disappointment could 'risk' a sell-off
Investors navigate market uncertainty around the Federal Reserve's next move and President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House. The latest economic data suggested inflation is cooling, squa...
Interest Rates: Rising for the Right Reasons?
Will the U.S. economy's growth machine keep on humming? Surging bond yields are rattling investors, fueling concerns that stocks may face turbulence ahead, driven by persistent inflation, fewer-than-e...
Fed's Waller: Rates could fall in the first half of the year if data stays on trend
Christopher Waller, Federal Reserve governor, joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the recent spate of economic data and the picture it's painting for the Federal Reserve governor.
November business inventories meets expectations, January homebuilder sentiment rises to 47
CNBC's Rick Santelli and Diana Olick reports on the latest economic data to cross the tape.
Latest Retail Sales Report Supports Growth Outlook Despite Modest Pace
December 2024 retail sales were positive but slightly below expectations, with an increase in month-on-month sales by 0.4%. This was the fourth consecutive monthly expansion in retail sales and Decemb...
Market Breadth, Mega Caps & Volume Needed for SPX Bull Run
Markets opened higher this morning, but Kevin Green notes yesterday's lower volume could pose a problem today if it doesn't increase. One part of the market showing more strength: market breadth.
US Stocks Edge Lower; Retail Sales Increase Less Than Expected
U.S. stocks traded slightly lower this morning, with the Dow Jones index falling around 0.2% on Thursday.
CPI, PPI, LA Fires & the Fed: Measuring Inflation's Toll Ahead
@CharlesSchwab's Liz Ann Sonders offers a wide perspective on inflation following this morning's retail sales numbers. She talks about the "nature of the beast" behind all the data, saying it will mov...
U.S. Public Energy Companies Record Highest Median Default Risk At 2024-End
The energy sector recorded the highest median odds of default at the end of 2024 as risk scores were mixed across other sectors, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence's RiskGauge model. Oil and ...
Sen. John Cornyn on Scott Bessent's confirmation hearing, Fed independence and fate of TikTok
Senate Finance Committee member Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the confirmation hearing of President-elect Trump's Treasury pick Scott Bessent, Trumps' tariff proposals, the ...
Not much inflation here: The cost of imports are barely rising ahead of Trump taking office
Most of the lingering problem with U.S. inflation is coming from within the nation's borders. Not outside of it.
Inflation Cools, Earnings Rock, Rates Fall, And Stocks Soar
A better-than-expected CPI report and strong bank earnings led to a sharp drop in 10-year Treasury yields, boosting stock prices. Core CPI rose less than expected, indicating a disinflationary trend, ...
Wall Street could get a boost from $1 trillion in buybacks, Goldman says
Investors have been hoping Donald Trump's return to the White House next week will boost the U.S. stock market, while Goldman Sachs sees stocks benefiting from the biggest expected company buybacks in...
Jobless claims rise in latest week, boosted by California disaster
Claims up to 217,000 above forecast of 210,000