Trump's attempts to rename institutions after himself are facing legal challenges and backlash. Critics argue it's a power grab, but allies claim it's recognition of his achievements.
Trump's Christmas message blended faith, fury, and politics, boasting about the economy and criticizing Democrats. Other leaders shared softer greetings.
Dynavax Technologies shares jumped more than 38% Wednesday after Sanofi announced a $15.50-per-share acquisition offer, valuing the company at roughly $2.2 billion.
The EU launched pilot measures to standardize plastics recycling rules, support the struggling recycling sector, boost circular materials, and prepare for a wider Circular Economy Act targeted for 2026.
Toyota plans to sell U.S.-built Camry, Highlander, and Tundra models in Japan from 2026, aiming to ease U.S.–Japan trade tensions amid Trump-era tariff pressure, though analysts expect limited demand due to vehicle size and left-hand drive barriers.
In this week's podcast, I provide (with apologies) the delayed Precious Metals update. The metals have been very dynamic, with gold, silver, and platinum rallying strongly over the last week or so.
Spot VIX looks calm, but forward volatility tells another story. A steep VIX term structure and extreme skew show institutions aggressively hedging, signaling elevated risk and potential volatility spikes into year-end and early 2026.
Unexpected expenses do not care how tight your budget is. A flat tire, a lost shift at work, a sick pet, a higher heating bill in winter — any of these can throw off your month if every dollar already has a job. An emergency fund is simply a small pile of money that keeps [...]
Could Crocs be more than just a fad? Join us as we evaluate the company's strengths and weaknesses, and discover if this stock is a hidden gem waiting to be uncovered.
