Stocks fell Friday, but have now advanced for two straight weeks after a rough October. The Wall Street Journal's Jessica Menton says investors will monitor retail earnings and retail sales, to gauge consumer demand as we head toward the holidays.
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Nov 10, 2018
Stocks fall sharply as oil prices slide again. The Wall Street Journal says Democrats will try to reverse tax cuts for the wealthy when they assume control of the House. The FDA reportedly wants to ban menthol cigarettes. Charlie Turner reports.
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Nov 9, 2018
P.M. Edition for November 9: A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's permit to build the long-delayed Keystone XL pipeline. The Wall Street Journal's Miguel Bustillo says this raises questions about whether Keystone XL will ever be built.
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Nov 9, 2018
U.S. crude oil prices enter bear territory, pulling stocks lower. The Keystone XL pipeline is on hold after a federal judge blocks the Trump administration's permit. The FDA plans to restrict the sale of e-cigarettes and limit their access to children. J.R. Whalen reports.
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Nov 9, 2018
The impact of the midterm results, an MIT invention and the backstory of a $4 million healthcare company
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Nov 9, 2018
Wall Street Journal reporter Ryan Tracy explains how House Democrats, once they take office in January, will try to legislate changes when it comes to Wall Street and the big banks.
Google responds to employee walkouts. Walt Disney Company reports record profits. Coca-Cola plans to launch Coke-branded energy drinks, but its partner Monster beverage lodges a complaint. J.R. Whalen reports.
A.M. Edition for November 9th: McDonald's is getting caught in the middle of tensions between the U.S. and Russia. But its solution there, so far, is using more local suppliers, and launching a new marketing campaign. The Wall Street Journal's Thomas Grove has more.
U.S. stocks fell, as U.S. crude oil entered a bear market. Saudi Arabia studies the oil-market impact of an OPEC breakup. The Federal Reserve gives a mostly upbeat assessment of the economy. And Walt Disney posts a record annual profit. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
P.M. Edition for November 8th: A split Congress will have several issues to wrangle with, including U.S. trade policy. And Democrats taking the House majority - and demanding concessions - could complicate those efforts. The Wall Street Journal's William Mauldin explains.
Police search for a motive after at least 12 people were shot and killed at a Thousand Oaks, Calif. country-western bar. Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg hospitalized after fracturing three ribs in a fall. Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani among candidates to replace former Attorney General Jeff Sessions. J.R. Whalen reports.
President Trump vows to retaliate against any investigations launched by Congress. Russia could be a winner in U.S. sanctions against Iran. Google plans to significantly raise its staff levels in New York City. J.R. Whalen reports.
Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu explains why equity markets are likely to show gains following the Nov. 6 midterm elections.
A.M. Edition for November 8: Now that Democrats will control the House, Trump and Republicans will likely find it harder to enact policies on issues such as trade and taxes. More from the Wall Street Journal's Chester Dawson.
Stocks skyrocket after midterm elections result in a split Congress. Analysts say it could make radical policy chances less likely. Trump fires Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Charlie Turner reports.
Election Insights: Executive Washington editor Gerald Seib analyzes the midterm elections that saw Democrats win control of the House. He discusses how the relationship between Democrats and President Trump could play out.
Wall Street indicates optimism following Tuesday's midterm elections. U.S.-North Korean nuclear talks have been postponed until further notice. Investigation into the Lion Air jet crash in Indonesia reveals different settings on equipment used by the pilot and co-pilot. J.R. Whalen reports.
As expected, the Democrats re-took the House and the GOP kept hold of the Senate. Bill Stone of Avalon Advisors says Wall Street likes the lack of surprise. He also predicts zero chance of a rollback in tax cuts.
Americans now have a divided Congress on Capitol Hill. Democrats pick up key governorships. And President Trump reacts to Tuesday's results. John Wordock reports from Washington.
The midterm elections have resulted in a split Congress, with Democrats taking control of the House and Republicans maintaining control of the Senate. The Wall Street Journal's Natalie Andrews, Shelby Holliday, and Byron Tau have analysis and discuss what comes next.
The midterms elections were just the start of a busy November that Wall Street is watching closely. Reporter Amrith Ramkumar outlines key domestic and international events that could impact markets.
International airfares to increase; Eliminating home internet with your cell phone plan
Stocks rise as investors await midterm election results. Is a post-election rally in the offing? Maybe, but experts say the markets face new challenges such as higher interest rates, geopolitical tensions and earnings. Charlie Turner reports.
P.M. Edition for November 6: Acting on a tip from law enforcement, Facebook said it took down over 100 accounts engaged in misinformation on the eve of the midterm elections. More from the Wall Street Journal's Deepa Seetharaman.
Election Day could tilt the balance of power in Washington and among gubernatorial seats. Toyota could drop some models in the U.S. including some variants of the Prius. J.R. Whalen reports.
Despite controversy and expected upsets surrounding the 2018 midterm elections, Heard on the Street columnist Justin Lahart explains why investors should let the election results distract them from planning and managing their portfolios.
Election Day features 36 governors' races, one-third of the Senate and the entire House of Representatives up for grabs. Georgia's governor race could result in the nation's first female African-American governor. J.R. Whalen reports.
A.M. Edition for November 6th: Tuesday is Election Day, and there are several key races to watch across the nation, as Democrats look to flip the House. The Wall Street Journal's Josh Jamerson has a closer look.
Falling tech shares lead to a mixed close. Apple's valuation falls below $1 trillion. Shares of Amazon fall, as the company considers splitting its second headquarters between two locations. And fewer Asian investors are buying U.S. government bonds. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
P.M. Edition for November 5th: There are several tight House races heading into the midterms. And one of the groups to watch is white men with college degrees, whose party affiliation has been shifting. The Wall Street Journal's Aaron Zitner has the details.
The White House launches a second round of sanctions on Iran. Amazon moves closer to naming the city that will host its second headquarters. Lowe's to close about 50 home-improvement locations in the U.S. and Canada. J.R. Whalen reports.
Wall Street Journal tax reporter Richard Rubin outlines likely changes to tax laws if Democrats retake control of the House of Representatives in the midterm elections. He also lists likely changes if Republicans retain control.
A.M. Edition for November 5th: The new week packs plenty of economic data around election day, including consumer sentiment and a statement from the Federal Reserve on Thursday. The Wall Street Journal's Harriet Torry has the details.
All eyes are on this week's midterm elections. New sanctions begin on Iran. A trial over the citizenship question on the 2020 census is cleared to begin. And the Federal Reserve holds its November policy meeting. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
Apple's disappointing holiday outlook snuffed out a 3-day market rally. The Wall Street Journal's Jessica Menton says techs have been priced to perfection so news like Apple's hurts sentiment. She adds investors eagerly anticipate Tuesday's midterm elections.
Stocks break a 3-day winning streak, pressured by Apple. GM will shut down its Cadillac subscription service. There's been a bounce-back in stock buybacks. Charlie Turner reports.
P.M. Edition for November 2: How much is your cell phone's location data worth to Wall Street? The Wall Street Journal's Ryan Dezember says a handful of companies are supplying investors with smartphone data detailing where you go and where you may spend your money.
U.S. troops begin assembling along the U.S.-Mexico border. Apple shares stumble in early trading over concerns about the company's holiday season outlook. The SEC levied nearly $4 billion in fines in 2018. J.R. Whalen reports.
Special Edition for November 2: Analysis of the October employment report. Employers added 250,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, and the unemployment rate held steady at 3.7%. Principal Global Investors chief global economist Bob Baur discusses how wage growth is benefiting nearly all income classes, and how the Federal Reserve is likely to respond.
The unemployment rate held steady at 3.7% in October, and 250,000 jobs were added to the U.S. economy, significantly more than Wall Street was expecting. J.R. Whalen reports.
Midterm elections, the rise of Gab and ways to beef up staffing during holiday season
Wall Street Journal 'Middle Seat' columnist Scott McCartney explains how international travelers can score some low airfares thanks to loopholes in aviation laws.
All eyes are on this week's midterm elections. New sanctions begin on Iran. A trial over the citizenship question on the 2020 census is cleared to begin. And the Federal Reserve holds its November policy meeting. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
U.S. and European companies are on track for double-digit profit growth. A group of Tesla shareholders wants the company to overhaul its board. And the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation suspends work with a charity in Saudia Arabia. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
A.M. Edition for November 2nd: As U.S. companies face higher costs due to tariffs and other factors, more are passing them along to consumers, by increasing prices. The Wall Street Journal's Austen Hufford has more on how that's raising fears of inflation.
P.M. Edition for November 1: Open enrollment began Thursday for the Affordable Care Act. Republican efforts to chip away at the ACA are causing new uncertainty about the law's stability. More from the Wall Street Journal's Stephanie Armour.
Stocks extend their rally. Apple reports another record quarter, but delivers a disappointing revenue outlook. Starbucks brews strong same-store sales. Charlie Turner reports.
Robert Bowers enters a plea of not guilty after being charged with killing 11 people at a Pittsburgh synagogue. President Trump discusses trade with Chinese president Xi Jingping. Subaru recalls more than 400,000 vehicles worldwide. J.R. Whalen reports.
The S&P 500 took a beating in October, down nearly 7%. Wall Street Journal reporter Michael Wursthorn explains why the market uneasiness isn't going away, and why it leaves investors with little room to hide.
A.M. Edition for November 1st: U.S. economic growth hit a milestone touted by the Trump Administration, growing at a rate of 3% over the course of the 12 months ending in September. The Wall Street Journal's Greg Ip argues that rate isn't sustainable.
President Trump doubles down on a plan to send U.S. troops to the southern border. Apple reports earnings. And wages for private-sector workers rose at their fastest rate in a decade. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
Stocks surge Wednesday, capping a brutal month. Facebook's stock rises after better than expected earnings. Trump says he may send up to 15 thousand troops to the southern border. The U.S. loses ground in World Bank economic ranking. Charlie Turner reports.
P.M. Edition for October 31: Bitcoin was meant to be a payments network. But that's not exactly how it's turned out for the digital currency, now ten years old. The Wall Street Journal's Paul Vigna talks about bitcoin's turbulent, eventful history.
Commerce Dept. questioned over tariff exclusions not granted to enough American companies. Lion Air ordered to suspend several technical personnel following Monday's jetliner crash in Indonesia. Bitcoin turns 10 years old. J.R. Whalen reports.
Wall Street Journal columnist James Mackintosh explains how investors should read into October's rocky stock market performance, which included several broad selloffs. He also explains what the volatility might mean for 2019.
Gender and education are playing a pivotal role in this year's midterm elections. Apple is using higher prices to boost growth. Facebook is a stock to watch after posting lower-than-expected revenue. J.R. Whalen reports.
A.M. Edition for October 31st: Big tech companies like Facebook and Twitter are under new pressure to root out hate speech on their platforms. But it's still finding a home online. The Wall Street Journal's Keach Hagey has more details.
Are work surveys really anonymous; Marine housing issues; Hotel best price guarantees
U.S. stocks show signs of stabilizing. Facebook reports lower-than-expected revenue. Shares of General Electric fall after the company reveals a federal investigation. And annual home-price gains continue decelerating. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
P.M. Edition for October 30th: President Trump is considering an executive order that would end the automatic right to U.S. citizenship for children born to non-U.S. citizens. But legal experts say such a move is unconstitutional. The Wall Street Journal's Aaron Zitner has more.
President Trump plans an executive order that would terminate the automatic citizenship rights to children born in the U.S. to noncitizens. GE slashes its dividend and announces criminal accounting investigations. Apple announces the first upgrade to its MacBook Air laptop since 2010. J.R. Whalen reports.
Some credit card companies, unsure how long the current economic recovery will last, have begun tightening lending standards and reducing consumers' spending limits. Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains.
President Trump and Melania Trump to visit Pittsburgh. Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase will return to recruiting students in their junior year of college. August home prices highlight economic data due out Tuesday. J.R. Whalen reports.
A.M. Edition for October 30th: Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has invested about $600 million in two big financial-technology companies. The investments mark a departure for the company, which typically invests in blue-chip companies. The Wall Street Journal's Nicole Friedman has the details.
A decline in tech shares drags down major indexes. Concerns over growth push global stocks to their lowest valuation in over two years. And Capital One and Discover tighten lending standards. Annmarie Fertoli reports.
P.M. Edition for October 29th: The U.S. plans to send 5,000 troops to the southern border, as thousands of migrants make their way toward the U.S. The number marks a major increase from initial plans to send 800 troops. The Wall Street Journal's Nancy Youssef has the details.
U.S. significantly ramping up the number of troops being sent to the southwest border. Divers off Java searching for bodies in the aftermath of the crash of a Boeing 737. German chancellor Angela Merkel plans to step down as chairwoman of the country's biggest party. J.R. Whalen reports.
American Airlines has seen its profit margin per passenger increase, yet investors have turned up their noses at the carrier. Heard on the Street columnist Jon Sindreu explains why.
There's a slew of economic data on tap for this week. The big report is Friday's October jobs data. The Wall Street Journal's Eric Morath says we should watch for how fast wages grew during the month.
Ahead of a highly anticipated jobs report Friday, earnings season remains in full force with Apple and Facebook set to report. Tanya Bustos previews the week's economic and earnings calendars.