Economy & Policy


Is DOJ Antitrust Chief’s Departure the Triumph of Lobbyists?

The Live Nation civil suit was brought under the administration of Joe Biden, but carried forward under the Trump administration.

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Goldilocks Data Has Not Spurred a Stock Rally. Here’s Why.

A dovish inflation report may not be enough to offset the market’s AI slump.

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SEC’s New Enforcement Chief Says Criticism About Lax Approach Is ‘Flat-Out Wrong’

Margaret Ryan reiterated the commission’s focus on fraud but says she’s more concerned about the impact of cases than “chasing numbers.”

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The Quiet Economic Force of Healthcare Jobs

Midlevel healthcare jobs more than doubled to 505,000 between 2010 and 2022.

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AI Fears Are Spooking Stocks. Why It’s an Overreaction.

Trump revokes environmental regulations, DraftKings plans steep 2026 spending, Berkshire’s new CEO to debut shareholder letter, and more news to start your day.

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Stock Market Reels From ‘Sell First, Ask AI Questions Later’ Tech Slump

Investors fear disruptions from artificial intelligence, and big capex. That’s not a recipe for near-term gains.

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Gold Climbs Toward $5,000. Inflation Data Will Dictate the Next Move.

The price of gold will be impacted by the Friday's CPI data release.

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High Prices for Cattle Are Luring Thieves. This Man Knows How to Catch Them.

Business is up for special ranger H.D. Brittain, who is part cop and part cowboy.

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Trump Wants Lower Rates. The Fed Sees Little Reason to Comply.

Strong employment numbers and stubborn inflation are reasons the central bank could be in no hurry to lower interest rates.

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Trump Scraps EPA Climate Rules. Auto Makers Face Winners and Losers.

Ending the EPA’s endangerment finding rolls back vehicle emissions rules, reshaping incentives for EV makers and boosting profits for truck-heavy auto companies.

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U.S. Senators Question CFTC Enforcement in Wake of Staff Departures

The CFTC recently lost the last enforcement attorney at its flagship Chicago office. Multiple U.S. senators say the downsizing could hurt consumers.

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House Rebuke on Canada Raises Questions About Future Trump Tariffs

Analysts expect tariffs to stay in the mix as a source of leverage not just for economic but also geopolitical and security issues

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Home Sales Fell Off a Cliff in January. Why That Could Change Soon.

It’s a bleak start to a year that is expected to be slightly better for the housing market.

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The S&P 500 Can't Break 7000. Here's What Is Holding It Back.

The S&P 500 first tested 7000 back in late October.

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The Jobs Market Looks Strong. These Warning Signs Show AI Is a Growing Threat.

Jobs report complicates Trump’s rate-cut push, Ackman reveals new stakes in Meta, Amazon, and Hertz, McDonald’s affordability push is paying off, and more news to start your day.

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Review & Preview: Powell’s Vindication

An early rally lost steam after a strong payrolls report. Plus, the Fed looks smart.

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Federal Deficit Shrinks for the Fourth Straight Month

The gap between government revenue and spending has narrowed for four straight months, helped by President Donald Trump’s tariffs and major cuts in spending on education.

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Bitcoin, XRP, Ether Are Falling Again. Why Cryptos May Soon Get a Boost.

Economic data releases this week have the power to move crypto prices.

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The Atkins SEC Is Jackhammering the Foundations of Capitalism

Chair Paul Atkins is removing transparency and accountability from U.S. markets, Tyler Gellasch writes in a guest commentary.

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El Paso Airport Closure Shows the Direction of Military Drone Technology

The El Paso airport was closed late Tuesday.

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Brace for a New Trade Fight With Canada and Mexico

The Trump administration is signaling tougher USMCA talks—and companies tied to North American supply chains could face months of volatility.

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SEC's Atkins Outlines How He's Different From His Predecessor on Crypto, Enforcement, and Disclosure

The chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission appeared Wednesday at a House oversight hearing.

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Worried About a Stock Selloff? The Economy Isn’t.

There are a few times throughout history, such as 1946, 1962, and 1987, when losses in the S&P 500 did little to impede the global economy.

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Home Builder Stocks Are Breaking Out. Why It’s the Best Start to the Year in a Decade.

Builder stocks are getting a boost from the expectation of a busier spring homebuying season.

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The House Is Poised to Rebuke Trump on Tariffs. What It Signals About His Power.

A resolution would end the levies on tariffs the president imposed by executive order on Canada last February.

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