Economy

Trump eyes Venezuelan critical minerals in addition to oil

As President Donald Trump looks to boost oil production in Venezuela, another strategic resource could emerge: critical minerals.

Here are Evercore ISI's best stock picks for 2026

Evercore singled out several stocks that could offer big returns this year, including Delta Airlines and CVS Health, among other names.

We're exiting a spin-off winner but putting it in the Bullpen to continue to watch

The new year has been excellent, with shares up more than 8% in the first five trading sessions of 2026.

Josh Brown: These are the two best energy names in our Best Stocks list

Josh Brown and Sean Russo take a look at the energy names on their Best Stocks list.

U.S. trade gap shrinks to lowest level since 2009 as imports fall

January 8, 2026 / 10:37 AM EST / CBS/AFP

What are today's mortgage interest rates: January 8, 2026?

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How much should you pay for 1 ounce of silver right now?

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Treasury Secretary Bessent says more Fed rate cuts are 'only ingredient missing' for stronger economy

Bessent on Thursday pressed the administration's desire for lower interest rates, saying they are the key to future economic growth.

Investing in Venezuela? Caveat emptor

President Donald Trump is irrationally exuberant about rebuilding Venezuela’s economy and its oil industry. The reality on the ground is far less encouraging. Venezuela is a broken nation-state. Over the past decade, its economy has contracted by roughly 75%. The country’s institutions have collapsed, and its currency is effectively worthless after years of hyperinflation.

European defense stocks close higher amid geopolitical tensions

European stocks finished lower on Thursday despite defense rallying as Donald Trump called for greater U.S. military spending.

Asia-Pacific markets mostly fall as Trump rattles defense firms and oil prices slide

Overnight, the S&P 500 and the Down Jones Industrial Average snapped a three-day winning streak.

Trump’s Complex Claims on Venezuelan Oil

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