Economy

Trade deficit soared 94% in November and was higher than a year ago, despite tariff efforts

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Trade deficit soared 94% in November and was higher than a year ago, despite tariff efforts

The U.S. deficit with its global trading partners nearly doubled in November as the shortfall with the European Union swelled.

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India bets on up to 7.2% growth next year, outpacing most major economies

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India bets on up to 7.2% growth next year, outpacing most major economies

India's economy is growing faster than most, but it is still seeing capital outflows.

7 months ago

World’s largest sovereign wealth fund made $247 billion in 2025, driven by tech and banking rally

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World’s largest sovereign wealth fund made $247 billion in 2025, driven by tech and banking rally

Norway's $2 trillion sovereign wealth fund holds stakes in many of the world's biggest companies, including Apple, Nvidia and JPMorgan Chase.

7 months ago

European markets close lower on 'super Thursday' earnings day

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European markets close lower on 'super Thursday' earnings day

European stocks closed higher on Thursday, with traders focused on a raft of earnings reports from some of Europe's biggest companies.

7 months ago

Gold and silver keep hitting record highs. But is the precious metals market 'broken'?

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Gold and silver keep hitting record highs. But is the precious metals market 'broken'?

Gold and silver prices keep notching fresh records. The question now facing investors is whether the surge reflects genuine demand.

7 months ago

Why Singapore is becoming a refuge for investors

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Why Singapore is becoming a refuge for investors

Investors like Singapore for its location, English common-law, large private capital markets and access to emerging economies, experts say.

7 months ago

ICE presence threatens small business in Minneapolis and Minnesota, some owners say: 'I can hardly do my normal job'

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ICE presence threatens small business in Minneapolis and Minnesota, some owners say: 'I can hardly do my normal job'

Some Minneapolis small-business owners say they fear for their personal safety, their community's safety and their businesses' survival amid ICE's presence in the city.

7 months ago

Get caught up on portfolio earnings already out before 2 megacaps after the bell

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Get caught up on portfolio earnings already out before 2 megacaps after the bell

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

7 months ago

Where to still find solid yields on cash as the Fed holds rate steady

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Where to still find solid yields on cash as the Fed holds rate steady

Some money market funds yield over 3.5%, while certain certificates of deposit offer annual percentage yields of 4%.

7 months ago

Fed holds interest rates steady: What that means for mortgages, credit cards and loans

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Fed holds interest rates steady: What that means for mortgages, credit cards and loans

From mortgage rates and auto loans to credit cards and savings accounts, here's a look at how the January Fed decision could affect your finances.

7 months ago

Fed holds key interest rate steady as economic view improves

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Fed holds key interest rate steady as economic view improves

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released its decision on interest rates.

7 months ago

A compelling chart pattern is emerging in this railroad stock

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A compelling chart pattern is emerging in this railroad stock

Frank Cappelleri of CappThesis walks CNBC Pro readers through the charts of this railroad stock.

7 months ago