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Breaking news hits the wire that President Trump and NATO agreed on a framework for the future of Greenland. Dave Mazza explains how this headline serves as just the latest as a way to play volatility in 2026.
Six out of nine US Supreme Court justices have indicated support for keeping a central bank interest rate-setter in her job, in defiance of the Donald Trump administration.
Wall Street staged a sharp midday rebound on Wednesday as President Donald Trump told the World Economic Forum he would not use military force to acquire Greenland. The remarks eased the most acute worry roiling markets since his tariff threats sparked the week's heaviest selloff on Tuesday.
Trump says he reached Greenland deal 'framework' with NATO, backs off Europe tariffs
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments on Wednesday over President Donald Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Here are some takeaways from the arguments in the case, a crucial test for the central bank's independence.
Fighting fire with fire is rarely a winning strategy for investors. When markets are volatile and geopolitical tension soars, it seldom makes sense to invest in speculative assets or risky pre-profit stocks.
Markets have persistently rallied despite mounting macroeconomic and asset-specific concerns. However, surging Japanese debt yields, rising gold and silver prices, and the challenge of interest rate normalization signal heightened systemic risks.
Stocks in the nuclear energy sector climbed Wednesday morning after President Donald Trump spoke at the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, framing nuclear energy as a safe and efficient solution to fuel the growth of manufacturing and AI in the United States.
Market timers ran for the exits after Tuesday's big drop. That's a good sign.
After Tuesday's sharp sell-off, triggered by renewed fears of potential U.S. tariffs on Europe tied to President Donald Trump's stance on Greenland, Wall Street attempted a cautious rebound in Wednesday's session.
Charles Bobrinskoy, Ariel Investments vice chairman, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the tariff threat to markets, the inflationary forces in the world and much more.
S&P500 recovers today as Trump rules out Greenland military action. “Sell America” trade and EU retaliation threats create rangebound forecast ahead.
David Zervos, Jefferies chief market strategist, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the Supreme Court's decision on Fed governor Lisa Cook's firing.
Citadel CEO Ken Griffin says Biden administration's regulatory policies created 'constant friction' for businesses, calling Trump's approach an 'extraordinary boom.'
Former Deputy Assistant Attorney General John Yoo joins ‘Varney & Co.' to discuss why the Supreme Court may be delaying its decision on President Donald Trump's tariffs and the legal uncertainty surrounding the case.
U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order restricting Wall Street investors from buying up single-family homes could boost demand for homes while doing little to address tight housing supply, a key reason for house price inflation, investors said.
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Yesterday's sell-off struck many Wall Street strategists as a good buying opportunity, and investors appeared to agree.
US Supreme Court justices suggested they are wary of President Donald Trump's effort to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over unproven mortgage-fraud allegations, saying the move could upend the Fed's independence and rattle markets. Bloomberg's Tyler Kendall reports on Bloomberg Intelligence.
Cathie Wood, Ark Invest CEO and CIO, joins 'Halftime Report' to discuss Wood's top ideas for 2026, Wood's market outlook and much more.
The restaurant industry group is up over 20% so far this year, according to MarketSurge.
The Investment Committee debate how to navigate the market and trade around the noise.
The S&P 500 and NASDAQ 100 have stalled after record highs, while small caps advance, signaling potential market rotation and topping. High valuations (CAPE ~40), record margin debt, and low cash levels heighten the risk of a significant pullback, especially in the volatile 2026 midterm election year.
Scott Alvarez, former general counsel to the Fed board of governors, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss the Supreme Court, the federal reserve, and more.
Geopolitical tensions at Davos, especially over Greenland, signal a shift toward economic multipolarity and potential de-globalization. Markets are reacting to President Trump's stance on Greenland and broader trade conflicts, with increased volatility and currency pressure, notably a declining dollar.
News from the Australian miner Lynas is helping the U.S. sector.
Gold notches a record high, eyes $5,000 as President Donald Trump speaks in Davos. Bond buying rebounds, Treasury yield eases.
Technology stocks bounced on Wednesday as President Donald Trump ruled out military force in Greenland during a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Chip stocks rallied, led by Intel, Micron Technology and Advanced Micro Devices.
Geopolitical risk has surged as President Trump intensifies efforts to acquire Greenland, raising global market uncertainty. Recent tariff threats against EU nations and escalating rhetoric at Davos highlight the fragility of the transatlantic alliance.
European Parliament halts U.S.-EU trade talks, accusing Washington of threatening Denmark and Greenland's sovereignty through tariff measures.
The European Union will stop working to legally implement the U.S. trade deal touted by President Donald Trump in response to threats to the bloc's “territorial integrity,” the chairman of the European Parliament's Committee on International Trade said on Wednesday, days after Trump threatened retaliatory tariffs on some European nations if they did not negotiate over ownership of Greenland.
Pending home sales posted a sharp downturn in the latest report. Kevin Green talks about why the 9% drop is so staggering compared to Wall Street's near-flat expectations.
With valuations stretched and global tensions rising, Stifel's Barry Bannister says the stock market could be underestimating major risks.
CNBC's Eamon Javers delivers the latest news surrounding Greenland-related tariffs.
Pending home sales dropped 9.3% month over month, according to the National Association of Realtors. Analysts were expecting a slight gain.
EU lawmakers have suspended the approval of the U.S.-EU trade agreement over President Trump's Greenland-related tariff threats.
Archer Aviation said on Wednesday it had partnered with Serbia as the country's preferred electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft partner, in a move to expand into global markets.
De-dollarization has had mixed success. Other nations aren't ready to follow suit.
The number of homes going under contract in the U.S. slipped unexpectedly in December, according to a monthly index.
iShares MSCI Denmark ETF (EDEN) is rated a buy, supported by Denmark's strong fundamentals and macroeconomic tailwinds. EDEN offers reasonable valuation metrics, solid sector diversification, and a 2.60% dividend yield, though portfolio concentration in Novo Nordisk warrants monitoring.
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US stocks rebounded on Wednesday after President Donald Trump told the World Economic Forum that he would not use military force to acquire Greenland. The speech eased a major geopolitical concern that had rattled global markets and triggered a sharp “sell America” trade a day earlier.
President Donald Trump speaks at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
President Donald Trump speaks at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
President Donald Trump, in his address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, said Europe is "not heading in the right direction. Trump said "certain places in Europe are not even recognizable" and they could learn from what he has done economically in the U.S. His speech comes as markets, and many U.S. allies, are raising alarms about Trump's ongoing push to acquire Greenland from Denmark.
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he wouldn't use force to obtain Greenland and called for negotiations, with his remarks coming during a speech to the World Economic Forum's annual gathering in Davos, Switzerland.
President Donald Trump says the US will not use the military to take Greenland. “People thought I would use force.