Economy

The 10 Best Markets for Homebuyers in 2026

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The 10 Best Markets for Homebuyers in 2026

Zillow ranked the most buyer-friendly housing markets of 2026 among the 50 largest U.S. metros.

6 months ago

economy

Lloyd's of London in talks over Trump plan to backstop ships in the Strait of Hormuz

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Lloyd's of London in talks over Trump plan to backstop ships in the Strait of Hormuz

Lloyd’s of London is in talks with the U.S. International Development ​Finance Corporation regarding President Donald Trump’s plan to offer political risk insurance for ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz to permit the flow of oil despite the threats posed by the conflict with Iran.

6 months ago

economy

The metric we care most about when Costco reports earnings after the closing bell

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The metric we care most about when Costco reports earnings after the closing bell

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

6 months ago

economy

What the Iran War Market Turmoil Means for Those Nearing Retirement

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What the Iran War Market Turmoil Means for Those Nearing Retirement

Market shakiness may not concern long-term investors, but it could be a useful wake-up call for those on the precipice of retirement, experts say.

6 months ago

economy

Target makes it into Josh Brown's Best Stocks list as the retailer's charts show signs of life

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Target makes it into Josh Brown's Best Stocks list as the retailer's charts show signs of life

Josh Brown and Sean Russo break down what's going on with Target.

6 months ago

economy

Average gas price exceeds $3 nationwide for first time since November

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Average gas price exceeds $3 nationwide for first time since November

The average price of regular gas nationwide rose to $3.015 per gallon on March 2, exceeding $3 for the first time since the end of November as the United States and Israel wage war with Iran.

6 months ago

economy

We're dipping into our large cash pile to buy more of this health-care stock

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We're dipping into our large cash pile to buy more of this health-care stock

The stock's drop this week isn't tied to fundamentals.

6 months ago

economy

Home sellers are relisting properties at fastest pace in a decade, but spring supply is still low

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Home sellers are relisting properties at fastest pace in a decade, but spring supply is still low

Frustrated sellers who pulled homes off the market last fall are now relisting them at a quick pace, thanks to lower mortgage rates, but supply is still low.

6 months ago

economy

What gold investing alternatives are worth considering this March?

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What gold investing alternatives are worth considering this March?

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6 months ago

economy

Trump, Senate Democrats want to curb corporate homebuyers—but it may not make houses easier to buy

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Trump, Senate Democrats want to curb corporate homebuyers—but it may not make houses easier to buy

Proposed restrictions on large corporate homebuyers could affect less than 1% of total U.S. home sales, limiting their impact on overall housing affordability.

6 months ago

economy

Companies are entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court, judge rules

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Companies are entitled to refunds for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court, judge rules

Updated on: March 5, 2026 / 10:08 AM EST / CBS/AP

6 months ago

economy

U.S. crude oil tops $80 per barrel as escalating Iran war disrupts global fuel supplies

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U.S. crude oil tops $80 per barrel as escalating Iran war disrupts global fuel supplies

Oil prices have surged about 20% this week as the U.S.-Iran war engulfs the Middle East.

6 months ago

economy