Economy

What Is Fueling Unrest Across the EU?

The bloc is facing an energy crisis due to the Strait of Hormuz disruption, with soaring diesel prices triggering protests

Here are the 3 big things we're watching in the stock market this week

Earnings season kicks off as investors remain focused on Middle East conflict.

Collapse of US-Iran talks heightens fears of prolonged energy shock

Oil prices and borrowing costs are expected to rise this week as tankers remain stranded in the Gulf

‘Disbelief and disappointment’: how Javier Milei’s bribery scandal may have derailed Argentina’s crypto investment

Just as the industry is set to capitalize on country’s political and economic instability, president accused in $5m scheme

Many Gen Z adults still get financial help from their parents

Financial support from your parents can help you to become independent. But that means treating the money "as a plan, not a lifestyle," one advisor said.

May Social Security direct payment worth $994 goes out in 19 days

The May 2026 Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to $994, will be issued to recipients in 19 days.

Baggage fees and shipping surcharges add to fallout from Iran oil shock

Rising fuel costs caused by the war in Iran are causing consumers to be hit with additional charges, from online delivery costs to airline baggage fees.

Morgan Stanley predicts these beaten-down Chinese stocks can rebound on easing Middle East tensions

The strategists looked at Chinese companies with significant revenue exposure to the region.

Earnings playbook: JPMorgan Chase and Netflix kick off the reporting season

The earnings season kicks into high gear this week, at a time when investors may be starving for corporate guidance.

California law drives up costs. Farm Bill serves food price fix

Should families living in Utah or Kentucky be footing the bill for foolish policy decisions made in California? Unfortunately, that is a reality facing Americans across the country who are paying higher prices for a pack of bacon or a dozen eggs at the grocery store thanks to an obscure California law. Congress should kick this California food tax to the curb.

Task for the week: limit the fallout from biggest oil shock in decades

As World Bank and IMF chiefs gather in Washington, the Iran war is driving up energy prices, fuelling inflation and testing voters’ patience

Stocks gain on Iran ceasefire, plus 3 more things that drove last week's market

Although the market rally cooled on Friday, the S&P 500 still ended the week 3.6% higher.