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Stocks Poised for Lower Open
Markets are set to extend last week's losses ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision on Wednesday.
‘Corrections are healthy,' Bessent says, dismissing market worries after a dismal week
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday that he's not worried about a market downturn, despite a miserable stretch for Wall Street.
Consumer Spending Is Under Pressure. Retail Sales Will Show How Much.
Economists expect sales ticked up in February from January's slump. There are still concerns about spending.
Stock-market bulls abandoned by Trump won't be saved by Jerome Powell and the Fed
President Donald Trump signaled to stock-market investors last week that they're on their own. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will likely deliver a similar message when monetary policymakers meet...
Treasury's Bessent Isn't Worried About Stock Market
The administration official wouldn't rule out a recession amid new polling showing a majority of Americans disapprove of President Donald Trump's handling of the economy.
Slumping Stocks Threaten a Pillar of the Economy: Spending by the Wealthy
Consumer spending is highly dependent on the affluent, who are highly dependent on the stock market.
It may be a good time for investors to look at less risky ways to stay in the stock market
Buffer and covered call funds may offer more predictable outcomes for investors amid choppy trading.
As consumers fret, executives have been talking a little less about inflation — and more about this
Despite consumer sentiment hitting a 29-month low by one measure, executives have focused less on inflation — and more on AI — during their quarterly earnings calls.
Fed Looms As Sentiment Dims
US equity markets remained under pressure this week as encouraging inflation data and a deal to avoid a government shutdown were offset by further tariff escalations and weak sentiment data. Markets s...
A Rally Is Coming, But Then What
Expect a substantial rally for the next 8-18 trading days, followed by months of volatility and uncertainty for US equities. After a sharp rally, we expect a scenario with range-bound trading for 1-3 ...
Economist reveals his frustrations with Trump's 'messaging' regarding tariffs
Economist Stephen Moore breaks down how President Donald Trump's messaging on tariffs and a recession impacts the markets and the economy on 'Varney & Co.' #foxbusiness
Wall Street Week Ahead
All eyes are on the Federal Reserve next week, with the central bank scheduled to deliver its second interest rate decision of the year. Markets expect the Fed to keep rates steady, and the real focus...
The Fed Has A Big Problem - And No Clear Solution
The Fed faces challenges in 2025 due to Trump administration policies, rising inflation expectations, and shifting market rate cut predictions. Market expectations for Fed rate cuts in 2025 have incre...
Where to Invest Ahead of the Fed's Interest Rate Decision and Trump Trade War
WSJ's Take On the Week co-host Telis Demos talks with interest rate strategist Ed Al-Hussainy about what to expect from the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, how policy in Washington is intersecting w...
Why a recession isn't in the cards right now: Economist
As recession risks persist, Mizuho Americas chief economist Steven Ricchiuto joins Morning Brief to discuss how investors' concerns about an economic slowdown may be overshadowing strong data and othe...
Wild ride for stocks reminder to focus on portfolio vs. politics
The stock market had investors on a wild ride this week, but many portfolio managers are telling clients to sit tight with calmer days on the horizon in the second-half of the year.
Expert sounds alarm on U.S. consumer spending
Here's why experts are so concerned about the U.S. consumer. Transcript: GEORGE SEAY: I think we should be concerned about the American consumer.
The Fed Preview: Stagflation Means No Fed Put
The recent soft data is pointing to a stagflation; thus, the Fed will be unable to respond as the S&P500 starts the next leg lower in an unfolding bear market. Possible changes to SEP: lower growth, h...
The Stock Market Correction Is Likely Just Getting Started - Where I'm Investing Instead
The market has entered correction territory. Key indicators suggest the worst may still be ahead.
What Moved Markets This Week
Wall Street on Friday slumped to a four-week losing streak, as sentiment continued to be slammed by jitters over the trade war and an economic downturn. Favorable inflation data did little to alter th...
Weekly Commentary: Q4 2024 Z.1 And The Start Of Deleveraging
The thesis holds that a multi-decade super cycle Credit Bubble - over recent years succumbing to 'terminal phase excess' - has turned increasingly fragile. Treasury Securities increased $589 billion d...
Correction For Large, Near-Bear For Small
As of Thursday's close, the S&P Small Cap 600 index was down -19.2 percent from the November 25 high, just shy of the technical bear market threshold of minus 20 percent. By comparison, the S&P 500 in...
There's a 'lot of buying going on' in the market, expert says
'Barron's Roundtable' discusses what investors should keep in mind ahead of a fed rate decision.
Is Europe Becoming Great Again? Find Out
Global uncertainty is rising, weighing on US stocks, while strategic sectors in Europe are showing strength. Trump's decision to cut aid to Ukraine has boosted defense spending in Europe.
Dow Jones and Nasdaq 100: Volatile Week Ends with a Rally – but Is the Selling Over?
Dow Jones and Nasdaq rebounded today, but US stocks logged a fourth weekly loss. Will volatility persist as Fed policy and economic concerns weigh on markets?
A Bounce, But No Breakout
Just when traders were about to start selling apples on street corners, the S&P 500 notched its best session since November, proving that even a deflated balloon can catch a gust. Despite today's hero...
Citi turns bearish on US equities
Stocks (^GSPC, ^IXIC, ^DJI) are showing signs of recovery, but Wall Street remains cautious amid ongoing concerns. Citi global head of macro and emerging market strategy Dirk Willer joins Market Domin...
When everything sells off, you tend to get some incredible bargains, says Jim Cramer
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer looks at buying opportunities in the sell-off.
Jim Cramer looks ahead to next week's market game plan
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer looks ahead to next week's market game plan.
Jim Cramer: At any point the president can wreak havoc on the markets with a gratuitous post
'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer looks ahead to next week's market game plan.
The Week the Smart Money Got Whipsawed by the Market
Hedge funds usually like to take advantage of stock-market unrest. Lately, they have helped spread it instead.
Stocks close higher, understanding Trump's economic policy, Big Tech and antitrust
On the latest Market Domination Overtime, Julie Hyman, Jared Blikre, , and Myles Udland report on the latest stock moves after markets close higher following a volatile week. Senior columnist Rick New...
‘Uncertainty Is Real:' Swonk on US Consumer Sentiment
Diane Swonk, KPMG Chief Economist, discusses US consumer sentiment dropping and if President Trump's changing tariff plans are adding to this drop. She also talks about whether or not executives will ...
'Fast Money' traders talk Friday's market bounce
The 'Fast Money' traders talk Friday's market action.
Market bounce won't last because because Big Tech's dominance is over, warns investor Peter Boockvar
Peter Boockvar, Bleakley Financial Group chief investment officer, joins 'Fast Money' to talk why he believes market pain isn't over.
Recession indicators and misconceptions explained
The word "recession" is starting to pop up more and more in conversation. But sometimes people don't quite understand what a recession is.
This Wall Street strategist saw the stock-market chaos coming. He says investors should wait to buy shares again.
When Wall Street strategists were cheering on President Trump's electoral victory and projecting another rosy year for U.S. stocks, J.P. Morgan's Michael Cembalest was taking a decidedly different tac...
Market was thankful for no tariff news, says Interactive Brokers' Sosnick on Friday's bounce
Scott Chronert, Citi U.S. equity strategist, and Steve Sosnick, Interactive Brokers chief strategist, joins 'Closing Bell Overtime' to talk the day's market action.
Krugman on Trade War, Lack of Consumer Confidence
Nobel laureate Paul Krugman, a distinguished professor at the City University of New York, says the US is in a trade war. He also says he's shocked at how fast consumer expectations have deteriorated ...
Munster Says the Bull Market Will Return This Year
Gene Munster, Deepwater Asset Management managing director, says the bull market will return this year. He is on "Bloomberg The Close.
Recession indicators and misconceptions, protecting your portfolio, passive income safe havens
Wealth anchor Brad Smith looks at the best ways to protect your portfolio and build wealth, taking a look at recession indicators and common misconceptions as well as how to protect your investments a...
Best Defensive Stocks to Buy Now
Investors are concerned about tariffs, inflation, interest rates and economic growth. The best defensive stocks can protect your portfolio against these risks.
"Bonds are Back:" Munis in Focus Amid Volatility & Incoming Fed Rate Decision
"March is a difficult month for muni market," says @CharlesSchwab's Cooper Howard. He doesn't consider bonds the catalyst for volatility but admits it's a factor behind it.
Stock Market Today: Dow Jumps 674 Points in Friday's Relief Rally
The gains weren't limited to stocks, though, with gold futures closing above the $3,000 per ounce mark for the first time.
Be defensive now since fundamentals are unlikely to v-shape recover, says Trivariate's Adam Parker
Hightower's Stephanie Link, Trivariate's Adam Parker and Neuberger's Shannon Saccocia, join 'Closing Bell' to discuss growth outlook. the market sell-off and rally and where the markets go from here.
Stock market moves since Trump's election
Major U.S. indexes and DJT stock performance since election day.
Markets rebound, crypto volatility, impact of Trump's tariffs and US wine
Yahoo Finance host of Catalysts Madison Mills breaks down the day's financial news, including the market rebound following the S&P 500 entering correction territory, what investors should know about c...
There's a high likelihood a tariff solution is coming, says Fundstrat's Tom Lee
Laffer Tengler's Nancy Tengler and Fundstrat's Tom Lee, join 'Power Lunch' to discuss the market sell-off and rally and the impact of Trump's tariffs.
Howard Lutnick rips Atlanta Fed GDPNow contraction prediction
Trump's Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick was left astonished by an Atlanta Fed estimate claiming Q1 GDP will shrink by 2.4%, calling it "ridiculous."
Amid Market Turmoil, Compelling Earnings Coming
Investors are seeking safe havens in a volatile market, with ConocoPhillips and ExxonMobil outperforming the S&P 500 year-to-date. Weight-loss drugmakers Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly saw significant dec...
Howard Lutnick stunned after learning of Atlanta Fed's economic prediction
Trump's Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick was left astonished by an Atlanta Fed estimate claiming Q1 GDP will shrink by 2.4%, calling it "ridiculous."
Dow surges over 600 points to cap off chaotic week sparked by Trump tariff war
Stocks staged a recovery on Friday, after a turbulent week marked by a broad selloff as investors assessed the economic fallout of the Trump administration's chaotic trade policies, putting major inde...
Looking For Safe Havens During A Stock Market Correction
The US stock market fell on Thursday, Mar. 13, closing 10.1% below its previous peak – a decline that many analysts define as a “correction,” which is a slide ranging from 10% to 20%. Short-term US Tr...
Inflation Expectations Have Become Detached From Reality
Inflation expectations have surged, with one-year expectations at 4.9% and five-year expectations at 3.9%, the highest since the early 1990s. The Fed's efforts to anchor inflation expectations appear ...
Market will see short-term tactical rally despite poor equity environment, says Cantor Fitzgerald
Eric Johnston, Cantor Fitzgerald, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss Johnston's thoughts on the overall equity markets, why there may be a technical rally in the next few weeks, and much more.
Josh Brown breaks down the Dow Theory on transports being a recession indicator
Josh Brown, CEO of Ritholtz Wealth Management, joins CNBC's "Halftime Report" to detail his Dow Theory and what it means for the future of the market.
Friday Could Be a Turning Point for the Stock Market. Why This Rally Might Last.
The S&P 500 has gone on to gain 13.6% on average over the following 12 months after notching a reading as low as it is now.
Trump stays focused on tariffs despite market sell-off
t is another week of President Trump's tariffs taking focus in the news as the commander in chief issues new threats against Canada and the EU. On this week's episode of Capitol Gains, anchor Madison ...
Walser: "We're Not Done" with Downside, Global Headwinds Persist
Rebecca Walser (@walserwealth) still expects further correction in the markets despite Friday's rally erasing some red marks on the week. President Trump's tariff volatility is something Rebecca expec...
Why recent market turbulence doesn't mean economic doom
Despite a sharp market selloff, this analyst says the economy remains stable—for now. Transcript: ART HOGAN: Does this sell off actually indicate that we're seeing worse fundamentals as the economy ac...
Tactical Rules Turn More Bullish
By Kevin Nicholson, CFA Green Light – Excessive Pessimism Breeds Opportunity Since our last update of our ‘Three Tactical Rules' on February 4th, equity markets have been under pressure as the S&P 500...
AI-related spending may be more resilient in economic downturn, says Wolfe's Chris Caso
Chris Caso, Wolfe Research senior analyst, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss the opportunities available in the semiconductor sector, areas in the sector that are safe, and much more.
Williams says it welcomes Trump's support for Constitution gas pipeline
Williams Cos said on Friday it appreciated U.S. President Donald Trump's support for its cancelled Constitution natural gas pipeline project through New York, and that it was interested in dusting off...
Stocks open higher, government shutdown latest, Nvidia GTC preview
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Dow Jumps Over 600 Points; US Consumer Sentiment Tumbles In March
U.S. stocks traded higher midway through trading, with the Dow Jones index gaining more than 600 points on Friday.
Peak market disruption will come in weeks rather than months, says BMO's Yung-Yu Ma
Yung-Yu Ma, BMO Wealth Management CIO, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss if the market volatility will settle down, how to consider the road ahead for stocks, and much more.
Fed still expected to cut interest rates in 2025 despite trade war — but not until later in year
The Federal Reserve is still expected to cut interest rates this year -- but not until the fall -- as policymakers weigh the fallout from President Trump's tariffs on trade partners, according to a su...
Treasury yields rise as expectations for more inflation increase
U.S. Treasury yields rose on Friday as investors awaited consumer sentiment data and were relieved after tame inflation data this week.
U.S. consumers are starting to crack as tariffs add to inflation, recession concerns
Executives from across the retail and travel industries are bracing for a slowdown in demand amid President Donald Trump's trade war. CEOs of strong companies like Delta, Walmart and Dick's Sporting G...
Trump threatens 200% tariffs on European alcohol in retaliation against EU trade measures
President Donald Trump threatened on Thursday to impose a 200% tariff on European alcoholic beverages in response to the EU's retaliation on his aluminum and steel tariffs. In a Truth Social post, Tru...
Why this Wall Street strategist says investors should stick with U.S. stocks despite recession fears
Oppenheimer's John Stoltzfus, the most bullish strategist on Wall Street with a target for the S&P 500 to hit 7,100 by the end of 2025, is standing firm, even as other strategists have cut their outlo...
The Certainty Of Uncertainty
The sharp climb in uncertainty in the last seven weeks since President Trump was inaugurated for his second term has been brought on by on-again, off-again tariff policies that have even Congress conf...
Dow Jones: Rebounds 400 Points, But US Indices Face Worst Weekly Drop in Two Years
Dow jumps 400 points, but US stocks remain on track for steep losses. S&P 500 enters correction, Nasdaq nears bear market.
It's Still All About The Fed
I argue the US market's future still rests on the Fed; they focus on inflation and won't cut rates without a recession, which I think President Trump is trying to induce. I think the Fed's QE and zero...
Consumer Sentiment Nosedives on Gyrating Economic Policies
Consumer sentiment in the U.S. sank this month, reflecting increasing unease over shape-shifting economic policies and their potential to drive inflation higher.
US Economy Faces Series of Shocks, Slok Says
Apollo Chief Economist Torsten Slok talks about how the trade war and thousands of government worker layoffs are impacting the US economy. He is on "Bloomberg Surveillance.
Preliminary consumer sentiment surprises to the downside
Rick Santelli breaks down the latest economic data to cross the tape.
Jim Cramer reflects on 20 years of 'Mad Money'
Jim Cramer and Carl Quintanilla take a look back at 20 years of 'Mad Money' on the show's anniversary on CNBC.
Economic Forecast: Gloomy, with a Strong Chance of Rate Cuts
Ellen Zentner, chief economic strategist at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, expects economic growth to slow due to tariffs and reduced immigration.
Consumer sentiment drops in March to 57.9, according to University of Michigan survey, worse than expected
The University of Michigan's Survey of Consumers was expected to show a reading of 63.2 for March.
Consumer sentiment falls to 29-month low. Uncertainty rises due to Trump actions.
Burst of optimism after presidential election fades
Former Dallas Fed President Kaplan: Inflation issue will make the Fed more reactive than proactive
Robert Kaplan, Goldman Sachs vice chairman and former Dallas Fed president, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the state of the economy, the Fed's inflation fight, rate path outlook, and more.
"Markets are Very Fragile"
As markets continue to experience volatility and sensitivity to headlines around tariffs, Jonathan Corpina of Meridian Equity Partners says that some profit taking is to be expected from investors. De...
Tariffs, Schmariffs! Why some Wall Street power players aren't worried about stocks
Tariffs have a history of igniting economic gloom.
The Stock Vigilantes Are At War With Trump
The Trump administration's protectionist trade policies are causing market declines, with a 10% correction in the S&P 500 due to retaliatory tariffs. Investor sentiment is collapsing as businesses and...
Banks see cracks in the economy as consumers blink at inflation, tariffs
Banks are seeing lower credit-card spending, while delinquencies are rising.
Wieting: We've made reductions in U.S. equities, pushing assets into treasuries
Stephen Wieting, Chief Investment Strategist and Chief Economist at Citi Private Wealth, discussed economic uncertainty, the impact of tariffs on GDP, and the outlook for the U.S. economy.
U.S. stock market loses $5 trillion in value in three weeks
The S&P 500 has fallen more than 10% from its record high, entering a correction and shedding trillions of dollars in market value.
We don't see a recession on the horizon, says Edward Jones' Mona Mahajan
Mona Mahajan, Edward Jones head of investment strategy, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, what to make of the recent market pullback, why she doesn't see a recession on the horiz...
Chart Of The Day: If Everyone's Bearish, Who's Left To Sell?
The MoneyShow Chart of the Day shows the AAII bearish sentiment index, with 59.2% of the investors surveyed reported being bearish in the most recent week. That's essentially tied with the readings we...
How to Tell if the Market Selloff Has Hit Bottom
It doesn't quite feel like it's time to buy just yet. But here are three tests to help you decide.
Why the worst of this stock-market correction may be over
If this downturn is typical, the S&P 500 will lose 13.6% in total, bottom in mid-May and be recovered by September.
Market turmoil has been caused by restrictive economic policies, says Jim Paulsen
Jim Paulsen, ‘Paulsen Perspectives' author and former chief investment strategist at The Leuthold Group, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the latest market trends, state of the economy, impact of the Fed...
Big bank deals stalled by Trump volatility even as officials signal deregulation
Big banks are holding off on acquisitions and staying cautious about the Trump administration's pledges to unleash dealmaking, according to industry executives.
As stocks stumble, investors should take a lesson from the Cuban Missile Crisis, says this bull
Markets are able to rally even before periods of intense angst end, notes Tom Lee
There could be a nearly $1 trillion sale in U.S. stocks, regardless of what Americans do
Foreign investors reallocating money away from the U.S. could fuel a $1 trillion sell order on U.S. equities, a UBS strategist said Friday.
One More US Stocks Washout Before FOMC?: 3-Minute MLIV
Lizzy Burden, Guy Johnson, and Mark Cudmore break down today's key themes for analysts and investors on "Bloomberg: The Opening Trade." -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this vide...
Here's Where to Look for Early Signs of a Recession
We already know what the jobs report tells us. But what about other indicators—like sales of mini liquor bottles?
Bond yields rise after Senate Democrats appear poised to back funding bill
Bond yields rose on Friday, responding to the general risk-on environment on news a U.S. government shutdown will be avoided.
How Wall Street and Business Got Trump Wrong
They thought his second term would be like the first, giving priority to economic growth and the stock market. Trump had other ideas.