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Stocks edge lower as 2025 winds down while gold and silver rise
Stocks edged lower in morning trading on Wall Street Tuesday as 2025 nudges closer to the finish line. The S&P 500 fell 0.1%. The benchmark index is still on track for a gain of more than 17% for the
Emboldened activist investors are circling US banks
The Trump administration’s deregulation push could give activists more room to target banks, where big campaigns are rare.
World shares are mixed in the final stretch of 2025
Shares opened mixed in Europe on Tuesday after slipping in Asia as some regional markets wrapped up trading for the year. Crude oil prices edged higher and gold and silver resumed their ascent. U.S.
Is the 4% rule too stingy for your retirement? Try spending 5%.
Investment researchers have been playing around with the 4% rule, looking for ways that retirees can safely spend more on every retirement dollar.
What to expect from the Federal Reserve in 2026
Key Takeaways The Federal Reserve is likely to cut rates in 2026, but internal divisions and mixed economic data could limit the extent and pace.Even with a new Fed chair appointed by President
SocGen’s model says 'yes, silver’s in a bubble' but its analysts say 'no' it isn’t
There are structural tailwinds favoring silver, plus potential export restrictions by the U.S. and China that could tighten the stretched physical market even further.
7 signs you need a financial adviser in 2026
You don’t have clear, detailed financial goals. Those without clear and detailed financial goals might benefit from the guidance of a professional, says Ryan Haiss, a certified
Gold, silver, copper keep rallying. Newmont, Freeport stocks are rebounding.
Metals prices pushed higher on Tuesday as the rally in gold, silver, and copper continued after a selloff to start the week
Workers in 19 states get pay boost as minimum wages jump nationwide on New Year's Day
Major minimum wage increases take effect in 22 states during 2026, benefiting millions of American workers as wages rise above the federal $7.25 minimum.
These stocks doubled the S&P 500’s return in 2025 — why a 2026 repeat looks likely
Non-U.S. stocks have produced twice the return in 2025 than the S&P 500 and it’s a good bet they’ll continue this outperformance in 2026. That’s positive for those of you who want to remain heavily
Why copper is on pace for its best year since 2009
Copper prices are set for their strongest year since the Great Financial Crisis. The metal is up 42% year to date, its largest gain since 2009. Factors pushing it higher include supply-demand
US tariff rates will end 2025 above 15%. Experts don't expect these rates to come down much in 2026
When 2025 began, the average US tariff rate stood near 2.5%. That same rate now stands north of 15% after just less than a year of President Trump's second term in office. And as the calendar flips
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