Economy

Polymarket is back in the U.S. with a free grocery store—what to know about it and other prediction markets

Prediction markets such as Polymarket and Kalshi let users win money by correctly guessing the outcome of practically any event.

ECB makes euro backstop global to bolster currency's role

Used when banks can't get funding on the market, the repo line allows lenders to borrow euros from the ECB against collateral, to be repaid with interest.

Here are 3 factors that drove the big swings in the stock market last week

Industrial names surged while financial stocks buckled under the growing weight of artificial intelligence fears.

Early estimates point to lower Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2027

Social Security beneficiaries saw a 2.8% boost to their checks in 2026. New estimates for 2027 find the cost-of-living adjustment may not be much higher.

Lunar New Year gives luxury brands a chance to win back big spenders in China

The Chinese luxury market is expected to turnaround this year, but Western brands can't afford to be complacent, analysts said.

March Social Security Direct Payment Worth $994 Goes Out in 13 Days

The March 2026 Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to $994, will be issued to recipients in 13 days.